Are Altmer and Thalmor the same?

No, Altmer (High Elves) and the Thalmor are not the same; the Thalmor are an extremist political faction of Altmer who believe in their race's supremacy, but they do not represent all Altmer, many of whom oppose them. Think of it like this: all Thalmor are Altmer, but not all Altmer are Thalmor, similar to how not all citizens of a country belong to its ruling extremist party.
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Are Thalmor and Altmer the same?

The Thalmor are Altmer supremacists who seek to end the Empire and the dominance of man, imposing a new Merethic Era. They also claim that they were the ones who ended the Oblivion Crisis, using that as a basis for their authority.
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Are Thalmor High Elves?

Yes, the Thalmor are High Elves (Altmer) and are the ruling political/religious body of the Aldmeri Dominion, but not all High Elves are Thalmor. Think of it like this: all Thalmor are Altmer, but only extremist Altmer who support the Dominion's supremacy and anti-Talos agenda are Thalmor; many other High Elves just want to live peacefully or oppose the Thalmor's actions.
 
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Do some High Elves hate the Thalmor?

there are multiple reasons why a High Elf does not like the Thalmor. Maybe they disagree with their ideas of Altmeri supremacy, or they dislike them due to being exclusively upper-class Altmer.
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Why do Altmer hate Talos?

Those elves hate Talos cause Talos was a human who became a god. Those same elves were at war with the Empire and made it part of their treaty to cease aggression against the Empire that the Empire outlaw the worship of Talos.
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Why do Altmer hate Dunmer?

The Altmer would most likely see the Dunmer as a bastardization of purity, a diseased group, a plague.
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What is the most liked race in Skyrim?

The Nord is consistently the most popular race in Skyrim, largely because they are the native people of the land, offering thematic fit, frost resistance, and strong warrior skills, though Dunmer (Dark Elves) and Khajiit are also very popular for their versatility and stealth, respectively, according to various player surveys and analyses.
 
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Is Legolas a high elf or wood elf?

He is a Sindar Elf of the Woodland Realm and son of its king, Thranduil, becoming one of the nine members of the Fellowship who set out to destroy the One Ring. Though Dwarves and Elves are traditionally rivals, he and the Dwarf Gimli form a close friendship during their travels together.
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Which race is strongest in Skyrim?

In Skyrim the Orc race is by far one of the best races, as the unique race skill is absolutely incredible for a wide variety of builds.
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Can you touch elves behavin badly?

Can you touch one of the Elves Behavin' Badly? The first rule of adopting an Elf is that your children must not touch it; it will lose its magic if they do. However, if they accidentally touch an elf, leaving cinnamon next to it overnight will help revive its magical powers.
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What is the rarest kind of elf?

The "rarest elf" depends on the lore, but common contenders include Startouch Elves (from The Dragon Prince) for their cosmic origins, Svartálfar (Pathfinder) for dwelling underground, Lythari (D&D) for their wolf forms, and Gold Elves/High Elves in some settings due to near extinction, alongside rare collector's items like specific Funko Pops or vintage figurines. 
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Who is the real villain in Skyrim?

The main villain in The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is Alduin, also known as the World-Eater, a powerful dragon and the firstborn of the dragon god Akatosh, who seeks to destroy the world (Nirn) and enslave mortals, requiring the Dragonborn to stop him to fulfill their destiny. While DLCs introduce other antagonists like Lord Harkon and Miraak, Alduin drives the core main questline, aiming to end the world prematurely. 
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Was Ulfric a Thalmor agent?

Yes, Ulfric Stormcloak is considered a Thalmor asset, but not necessarily a willing, direct agent; a hidden dossier reveals the Thalmor manipulated him after capturing him during the Great War, using his hatred for the Empire and Talos ban to fuel the Skyrim Civil War, which serves their goal of weakening both sides, though Ulfric is largely uncooperative with direct Thalmor contact.
 
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Is Molag Bal in Oblivion?

Molag Bal is a Daedric Prince, and the focus of a Daedric Shrine Quest that can be found in The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion.
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Which race in Skyrim is best for magic?

For a pure mage in Skyrim, the High Elf (Altmer) is generally considered the best due to their +50 starting Magicka and the powerful Highborn ability for rapid Magicka regeneration, while the Breton is excellent for battle mages or those wanting magic resistance and a defensive playstyle, thanks to their natural magic resistance and Dragonskin power. Dark Elves (Dunmer) also offer good options with Fire Resistance and Destruction skill boosts, making them versatile choices. 
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Who is the shortest race in Skyrim?

The shortest playable race in The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is the Wood Elf (Bosmer), especially male Wood Elves, though female Bretons are also very short, with all Bosmer generally having the lowest height values, making them feel slower in movement. High Elves (Altmer) are the tallest, while other races like Bretons and Khajiit fall in the shorter to average range.
 
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What race makes the most sense in Skyrim?

This tier is about races which seem to fit just fine into the idea of Skyrim's story - as simple as it is.
  • 1) Nord. It's an obvious one. ...
  • 2) Imperial. Imperials are, or at least used to be, considered as the "main" race of Tamriel. ...
  • 3) Breton. ...
  • 4) Altmer. ...
  • 5) Dunmer. ...
  • 6) Khajiit. ...
  • 7) Orsimer. ...
  • 8) Argonian.
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Did Legolas shoot a Nazgul?

Late in The Fellowship of the Ring, the companions encounter a mysterious being that we only later discover to be a Winged Nazgûl. Though they aren't able to identify it, Legolas succeeds in shooting down its flying steed.
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What kind of elf is Arwen?

Arwen is a Half-Elf, daughter of the Half-Elf Elrond and the Elf Celebrían, making her of mixed Elven and Mannish descent, but she fully embraced her Elven heritage and immortality before choosing a mortal life to marry Aragorn. She's known as Arwen Undómiel, the "Evenstar," and is famed for her great beauty and her choice to share the fate of Men, uniting Elf and Man in marriage like her ancestors Beren and Lúthien.
 
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Who is the tallest member of Lord of the Rings?

Some of the tallest actors in the Lord of the Rings cast include Christopher Lee (Saruman) at 6'4.5", as well as Hugo Weaving (Elrond), and Sala Baker (Sauron).
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Has anyone ever 100% beaten Skyrim?

I don't know whether to describe this as an act of herculean heroism or sisyphean torment, but someone has beaten Skyrim. No, really beaten it. Wrung every last drop of adventure out of it in a trial that left them with every spell, item, and perk in the game at level—wait for it—1,337, entirely without mods or cheats.
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What race is Senna in Skyrim?

Senna is a Hot Breton priestess at the Temple of Dibella, She spends all of her time in the entrance area of the temple at the top floor, informing visitors of the temple's closure.
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What is the most common NPC race in Skyrim?

Nord - half the population of Skyrim is Nord. Imperials are 2nd. Orc's are probably 3rd.
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