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Unknown Soldier · 02-02-2012, 04:57 PM

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Originally Posted by James

The Stormcloaks aren't all bad. I'm a Bosmer and I managed to join their ranks so they can't be all that racist. I chose their side just cause I am pretty much against anything thalmor related.

At the moment I'm in Windhelm toying with the idea of joining the Stormcloaks or not. I've not had any real dealings with the Thalmor, but I know the Aldmeri Dominion is the big rival of the Empire (Imperials). I guessed the Stormcloaks might have sided with them, but having learnt that they despise the Elves that's not going to be the case. Saying that though, the Stormcloak dislike of the Elves is focused on the Dark Elves from Morrowind who arrived in Windhelm as refugees, so I'm not sure if their hatred is focused on the Thalmor as well. Basically I'm much further behind in the game than you guys and this is the info I've picked up so far.

Unrelenting · 02-02-2012, 05:16 PM

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Originally Posted by James

The Stormcloaks aren't all bad. I'm a Bosmer and I managed to join their ranks so they can't be all that racist. I chose their side just cause I am pretty much against anything thalmor related.

For reasons pertaining to gameplay you can join as any race of I'm not going to ruin any spoilers that I've run into.

~~James~~ · 02-03-2012, 12:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Unrelenting

For reasons pertaining to gameplay you can join as any race of I'm not going to ruin any spoilers that I've run into.

Yeah I know it's more of a technical thing but in my mind it kind of makes me feel better about the racism!

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Originally Posted by Unknown Soldier

At the moment I'm in Windhelm toying with the idea of joining the Stormcloaks or not. I've not had any real dealings with the Thalmor, but I know the Aldmeri Dominion is the big rival of the Empire (Imperials). I guessed the Stormcloaks might have sided with them, but having learnt that they despise the Elves that's not going to be the case. Saying that though, the Stormcloak dislike of the Elves is focused on the Dark Elves from Morrowind who arrived in Windhelm as refugees, so I'm not sure if their hatred is focused on the Thalmor as well. Basically I'm much further behind in the game than you guys and this is the info I've picked up so far.

The Empire aren't exactly their biggest fans but they allow them to do hwat they want in Skyrim out of fear, hence the embassys and such. The Thalmor are total douchebags.

Guybrush · 02-03-2012, 02:02 AM

If we're talking faction politics, then surely any Stormcloak success in creating an independent Skyrim would only create a new nation with a war on two borders, one against the empire and another against the Thalmor. The new nation Skyrim would also have inner turmoil because many Skyrimmers (ho-ho) support the empire and these people would have to be fought/defeated by Stormcloaks which really makes them even more assholy. Plus, the empire would also be weakened against the Thalmor and their scheme to put the whole continent under their rule.

Add to that the funny fact that the God they think so highly of actually founded the empire and it should be clear to anyone that siding with the Stormcloaks for religious/political reasons is not sound reasoning

~~James~~ · 02-03-2012, 09:04 AM

In regards to gameplay I loved palying as the Stormcloaks. It felt like being part of a proper uprising. Ulfric is a pretty badass guy too.

Unknown Soldier · 02-03-2012, 02:58 PM

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Originally Posted by tore

If we're talking faction politics, then surely any Stormcloak success in creating an independent Skyrim would only create a new nation with a war on two borders, one against the empire and another against the Thalmor. The new nation Skyrim would also have inner turmoil because many Skyrimmers (ho-ho) support the empire and these people would have to be fought/defeated by Stormcloaks which really makes them even more assholy. Plus, the empire would also be weakened against the Thalmor and their scheme to put the whole continent under their rule.

Add to that the funny fact that the God they think so highly of actually founded the empire and it should be clear to anyone that siding with the Stormcloaks for religious/political reasons is not sound reasoning

Based on these politics the Stormcloaks are in a no win situation. To side with them and expect them to win would be simply futile

Dr_Rez · 02-04-2012, 12:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Unknown Soldier

Based on these politics the Stormcloaks are in a no win situation. To side with them and expect them to win would be simply futile

Yea unless your the absolute ****, which my guy just so happens to be. I should have just killed both sides and became king myself.

Guybrush · 02-04-2012, 01:52 AM

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Originally Posted by RezZ

Yea unless your the absolute ****, which my guy just so happens to be. I should have just killed both sides and became king myself.

Oh man! It would be cool if you could

Unfortunately, Skyrim's not free enough to allow you to kill Ulfric and the general. It would be interesting if that was the case, though. As far as I know, you can complete the main story line without siding with a faction so how much could they ruin the game by allowing you to kill both?

Unknown Soldier · 02-04-2012, 08:03 AM

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Originally Posted by RezZ

Yea unless your the absolute ****, which my guy just so happens to be. I should have just killed both sides and became king myself.

What level is your character on?

Unknown Soldier · 02-04-2012, 08:10 AM

General question here. As everybody knows you can choose your character and race at the beginning of the game. But does the character you choose influence the flow of the game? For example, can an Orc join the Stormcloaks and say if you are a Khajiit can you be excluded from certain places!!!

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Guybrush Juicious Maximus III Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Scabb Island Posts: 6,525	If we're talking faction politics, then surely any Stormcloak success in creating an independent Skyrim would only create a new nation with a war on two borders, one against the empire and another against the Thalmor. The new nation Skyrim would also have inner turmoil because many Skyrimmers (ho-ho) support the empire and these people would have to be fought/defeated by Stormcloaks which really makes them even more assholy. Plus, the empire would also be weakened against the Thalmor and their scheme to put the whole continent under their rule. Add to that the funny fact that the God they think so highly of actually founded the empire and it should be clear to anyone that siding with the Stormcloaks for religious/political reasons is not sound reasoning __________________ Something Completely Different

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~~James~~ Account Disabled Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Scotland Posts: 4,483	In regards to gameplay I loved palying as the Stormcloaks. It felt like being part of a proper uprising. Ulfric is a pretty badass guy too.

02-04-2012, 08:10 AM	#270 (permalink)
Unknown Soldier Horribly Creative Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: London, The Big Smoke Posts: 8,265	General question here. As everybody knows you can choose your character and race at the beginning of the game. But does the character you choose influence the flow of the game? For example, can an Orc join the Stormcloaks and say if you are a Khajiit can you be excluded from certain places!!!