Imperial or Stormcloak?

[Kandy]

I am an Imperial myself. Of course. But what are you?

[Grubbs008]

If you are a nord, do whatever you want. If you are anything else, probably go Empire, but not that you have to, but it does not really make sense that a Redguard would join the storm cloaks, a group that only wants nords in skyrim. I've beated the game probley six times overall, and The stormcloak missions are alot harder when you get up there. The Imperial missions seems to almost be too easy.

Saying that, think back if you chose Hadvar, you can take almost all of Alvor's ore, bars, and items, without worry, in the stormcloaks, you get nothing to start off with, just a sack of gold in gerdur's house, and some misc items.

The spirit of Skyrim, i got to say, rests with the Stormcloaks, in my opinion. If you are a nord that is, It really is a good story line, and i felt more part of the story, Kinda like an underdog sports team, rises to the top after unbeatable odds.

[nackjiggleson]

Reverend Belial původně napsal:

Imperial. Literally the only redeeming qualies that the Stormcloaks have are that some of their soldiers actually want to better Skyrim (SOME) and Galmar is a badass. Other than that Ulfric is a racist and powermonger who's using the rebellion for nothing but personal gain. At least Mitc... er... Tullius is honest about his intentions and distaste for Skyrim (though I think that's more of a "I just want to go home" thing than a "stupid Nords" thing)

Legate Rikke is a grand example of who should lead the Imperials. Not Tullius. Although Tulluis issssss way better than Mr. Adolf Stormcloak.

[IndyJen]

Make LOVE not WAR, join the companions

[Skyrimnut]

My current Nord Barbarian will join the Empire as he followed Hadvar. Other Nords I've done have joined the Stormcloaks. It's a tough choice, but I think the Empire can ultimately beat the Thalmor. Galmar is always fun to hang around with. Rikke grows on you too. I tend to like the second in commands better than the actual leaders. I don't feel like Betraying Balgruf this time around. I also think Hadvar is nicer to you as you rise the ranks. Ralof get a bit jealous when Ulfric starts calling you Stormblade or whatever and after the war, Ralof is downright bitter saying that you stole his glory basically. That's gratitude for you. It doesn't matter what side you pick ultimately, next moot, you know high king is going to go to the Dragonborn. It makes a great deal of sense and it's history repeating itself.

[morphius morbius]

STORMCLOAK 4 LYFE

[Kayeka]

Stormcloaks. Since both factions have their fair share of bigoted racist idiots, I kept my eyes on beating the guys that most deserve a beating: the Thalmor. The Empire is a relic that has been falling apart for a long time, being in full control of only High Rock and Cyrodiil. Any attempt to keep it together would only prolong the infighting that weakens the defences of all nations.

[IndyJen]

Ullfric is an evil racist. Thats all i care

[Skyrimnut]

Kayeka původně napsal:

Stormcloaks. Since both factions have their fair share of bigoted racist idiots, I kept my eyes on beating the guys that most deserve a beating: the Thalmor. The Empire is a relic that has been falling apart for a long time, being in full control of only High Rock and Cyrodiil. Any attempt to keep it together would only prolong the infighting that weakens the defences of all nations.

You're absolutely right, the Empire under Titus Mede II IS a relic, and the Whitegold Concordat was a BIG mistake. And you could well go your path, and many warriors of mine have.

Or, you could do this...

Side with the Empire and as Dragonborn you'll have three provinces under your belt instead of one if you just sided with the Stormcloaks, and possible allies in the Royal houses of Hammerfell if you sided a certain way in a certain quest. I really do think the eventual path of the Dragonborn leads to the throne; first Skyrim's, then the Empire's. The Nords of Skyrim will love you no matter what, you are Dragonborn. Killing Ulfric gets rid of your one possible rival. We don't want other people running about knowing how to shout, stealing your "Fus... Ro Dah", now do we? With Ulfric out of the picture, I'm pretty certain that in a Moot, the Dragonborn would be declared High King and if he/she isn't... Oh, Elisef, you are indeed a lovely, and now, very available creature, shall I perhaps console you in your time of grief? Oh! You love me? I blush, well, I AM the hero of Solitude. Lol, she should have been made a candidate for marriage.

Wouldn't it be awesome if ESVI was just that, a continuation of the Dragonborn's story, where he/she finds a new Empire and then sends the Thalmor packing back to Summerset Isles with their pointy ears between their legs! The thing that frustrates me most about Skyrim as a game is that the Dragonborn helps everybody, becomes leader of every guild, displays aptitude as a warrior, kills dragons up the wazooo, and yet only can ever be thane. Bleh... At least in my imagination, the Dragonborn goes on to kick some serious butt.

[Storm_at_Sea]

Kayeka původně napsal:

Stormcloaks. Since both factions have their fair share of bigoted racist idiots, I kept my eyes on beating the guys that most deserve a beating: the Thalmor. The Empire is a relic that has been falling apart for a long time, being in full control of only High Rock and Cyrodiil. Any attempt to keep it together would only prolong the infighting that weakens the defences of all nations.

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[lordpitex]

I prefer the Stormcloaks but the Imperial campaign is better.

[Nereus_Mabeta]

Imperial

[Maloy20]

Honestly wish I could stay out of the war, but that only helps the Thalmor in the long run.

Stormcloak

[IndyJen]

I killed a bunch of Thalmor at North Watch, the Stormclockes were happy about it. I killed a bunch of Thalmor at North Watch, the Imperials were also happy about it. F*** the Thalmor

[Leo Star Dragon 1]

Zefram Cochrane původně napsal:

Imperial. As a Khajit its the only choice to make, joining the Stormcloaks would be like a black jewish guy joining the Ku Klux Klan. Technically posible, but probablly Not A Good Idea.

Not that the Imperials are perfect, they have a nasty habit of hacking peoples heads off, but I feel its the lesser of two evils.

Hi! #00: I like your screen name, so I feel compelled to ask, which actor did you favor in the role? #01: Your post has me wondering if you saw that show on "Military Channel" called, "Mafia vs. Ku Klux Klan", because I thought of Sammie Davis, Jr. right away. (But I'm also reminded of a scene from "Blazing Saddles".) #02: But anyway, good analogy! :-)

[Leo Star Dragon 1]

Storm_at_Sea původně napsal:

If he's had too much skooma, then what's the Imperial's excuse for being pompus, dictatorial @$$es? :D

Hi! Ahem. Well, to be an Emperor is to be a dictator. That's part of the definition of being "Imperial". It isn't a Democracy like the USA, but is just short of being a Theocracy like Vatican City. Though inspired by the Roman Empire, they remind me more of the British Empire, especially under Queen Victoria's Reign.