Who Won Stormcloaks or Imperials?

The Civil War in Skyrim ultimately leads to the Imperials winning, as they have more resources and a larger population at their disposal, including half of Skyrim and the entire province of Cyrodiil. The outcome of the war is determined by the player’s choice, but from a lore perspective, the Imperials are more likely to emerge victorious, as they have a stronger military presence and more support from other provinces.

Understanding the Conflict

The Stormcloaks, led by Ulfric Stormcloak, seek independence for Skyrim and the right to worship Talos, while the Imperials, led by General Tullius, aim to maintain control over Skyrim and enforce the White-Gold Concordat. The conflict is fueled by political and religious tensions, with the Stormcloaks viewing the Imperials as oppressors and the Imperials seeing the Stormcloaks as rebels.

Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

1. What happens if the Stormcloaks win?: A Stormcloak victory leads to Ulfric becoming the High King of Skyrim and declaring independence, resulting in the Tamrielic Empire losing control over Skyrim.
2. Can you side with both Imperials and Stormcloaks?: No, the player must choose one side, and the other faction’s questlines will be closed off.
3. Who kills Ulfric Stormcloak?: The player has the option to kill Ulfric themselves or have General Tullius do it.

Imperial Perspective

4. What do the Imperials want in Skyrim?: The Imperials aim to maintain control over Skyrim and enforce the White-Gold Concordat, which bans the worship of Talos.
5. Why should I join the Imperials?: Joining the Imperials makes sense if the player’s character is not from Skyrim or if they believe in the Empire’s authority.
6. What happens if the Imperials win?: An Imperial victory means the Stormcloak rebellion is crushed, and Skyrim remains under Imperial control.

Stormcloak Perspective

7. What do the Stormcloaks want?: The Stormcloaks seek independence for Skyrim and the right to worship Talos, which is banned by the White-Gold Concordat.
8. Why should I join the Stormcloaks?: Joining the Stormcloaks makes sense if the player believes in Skyrim’s right to self-governance and the importance of Nord culture and traditions.
9. Is Ulfric a bad guy?: Ulfric is a complex character with motivations that are both noble and flawed, and his actions can be seen as either heroic or villainous depending on the player’s perspective.

Neutral Perspective

10. Can you peacefully end the Skyrim Civil war?: The only way to end the war is for one side to emerge victorious, as there is no option for a peaceful resolution.
11. Do you lose Lydia if you join the Stormcloaks?: No, Lydia remains the player’s housecarl and follower regardless of which side they choose.
12. Will I lose my house in Whiterun if I join the Stormcloaks?: No, the player’s house in Whiterun remains theirs regardless of which side they choose.

Lore and Consequences

13. What happens to Skyrim if the Stormcloaks win?: A Stormcloak victory leads to Skyrim becoming an independent province, with Ulfric as its High King.
14. Are the Stormcloaks good or evil?: The Stormcloaks are a complex group with both noble and flawed motivations, and their actions can be seen as either heroic or villainous depending on the player’s perspective.
15. Is it good if the Stormcloaks win?: The outcome of the war depends on the player’s perspective, but a Stormcloak victory can lead to a more independent and self-governed Skyrim, while an Imperial victory maintains the status quo and Imperial control.