Can you join the Imperials if you join the companions?

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Like can I join imperials, stormcloaks, companions, and the college of winterhold all at once? if not which one is the best? You can join whichever one you want, the best is the one you have the most fun with.
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Can you still join the Imperials after joining the Stormcloaks?

You can join one or the other. If you still haven't taken the oath, you still have time to choose.
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Is it better to go with the Imperials or Stormcloaks?

Pick Imperial if you want to play a character who is originally from a place aside from Skyrim, as it doesn't make sense to fight under a banner that ultimately won't accept you. Pick Stormcloak if you believe the Empire has no right to say what Skyrim denizens can and can't do, especially if you are a Nord.
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Does joining the Imperials affect anything?

I recently did a Skyrim playthrough as an Imperial, and joined the Empire. The only thing that changes is the outcome of the civil war between the Empire and the Stormcloaks - namely, that Ulfric is ultimately killed by either you (the Dragonborn), or by General Tullius/Legate Rikke - the choice is yours.
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What happens if I join the Companions?

The Companions are located inside Jorrvaskr in Whiterun near the Northeast section. Players who join the Companions will be given the opportunity to become a Werewolf. To begin The Companions Quests, simply visit Jorrvaskr and speak to Kodlak Whitemane.
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Skyrim - The PROBLEM with the Companions Faction & Questline.

What is the downside to joining the Companions in Skyrim?

The biggest downside to the Companion questline is that it forces you into lycanthropy. So, if that's not really your thing, well... there's no way around it. If you want Athis, then you must do it.
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What is the best faction to join in Skyrim?

The best Skyrim Factions and Guilds to join
  • The College of Winterhold. ...
  • The Dark Brotherhood. ...
  • The Thieves Guild. ...
  • Stormcloaks. ...
  • Imperial Army. ...
  • Bard's College. ...
  • The Blades. The Blades can be found in Sky Haven Temple. ...
  • The Greybeards. The Greybeards reside in High Hrothgar, found on the tallest mountain in Skyrim.
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Does Whiterun get destroyed if you side with Imperials?

It's been a while since I've done the civil war quest, I know for a fact that Whiterun gets attacked regardless. The side you choose just determines which side of the battle you're on, either the defending Imperials or the attacking Stormcloaks.
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What happens to Whiterun if I join the Stormcloaks?

Whiterun will not have any changes, except that it will now be counted as a Stormcloak city. Fast traveling to Windhelm after entering Whiterun will cause the same thing to happen, except Ulfric will not call the Dragonborn a coward.
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What happens if I side with Imperials?

When you side with the Imperials, the culmination of the Civil War questline ends when Ulfric is killed. This means Windhelm is in need of a new, more accepting Jarl and Brunwulf Free-Winter is the man for the job.
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Is Ulfric Stormcloak a bad guy?

He is the leader of the Stormcloak Rebellion who seeks to free Skyrim from the Empire of Cyrodiil. He becomes the main antagonist of the Civil War quest-line if the player joins the Imperial Legion to keep Skyrim under the Empire's control or its deuteragonist if the player joins the Stormcloaks instead.
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What are the benefits of being an imperial in Skyrim?

Compared to other races, Imperials are more skilled in magic spells, and their starting bonuses are +10 Restoration (25 total starting level), +5 Destruction (20), +5 Enchanting (20), +5 Block (20), +5 One-handed (20) and +5 Heavy Armor (20).
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Why do Stormcloaks hate Imperials?

Stormcloaks are the 'outlaws'. They want Talos worship to remain in Skyrim, as it is part of their old nord traditions. This is banned by the Concordant, so they rebel against the Empire, as they're enforcing it. They want a High King, with Jarls to govern the lands.
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Can you switch from Stormcloak to Imperial?

Nope, you're too late to change. During the Jagged Crown quest though, you can bring the crown to the other person and change sides by that, but you're past that quest.
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What are the consequences of Stormcloak?

A number of notable changes occur after completing the Stormcloak campaign: Vignar Gray-Mane becomes Jarl of Whiterun. Assuming that the Dragonborn gave Dawnstar and Riften to the Imperials in the negotiations, Skald the Elder is reinstalled as Jarl of Dawnstar, and Laila Law-Giver is reinstalled as Jarl of Riften.
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Do you lose Lydia if you join the Stormcloaks?

No, you don't lose anything. She and your baby will both stay safely inside your house until the fight is over and the town is cleaned/repaired. Good I would hate to lose her now I can continue my Stormcloak quest line.
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Can you betray the Stormcloaks after joining them?

Yep. If you get the Jagged Crown for the Stormcloaks, you can give it to General Tullius instead and join the Imperials after joining the Stormcloaks.
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Do you lose your house in Whiterun if you join the Stormcloaks?

No, you still keep your house regardless of which side you take. As for your follower, they will still be with you unless if they get killed.
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Which faction destroys Whiterun?

Fighting The Battle For Whiterun With The Stormcloak Rebellion. As the attackers, the Stormcloaks need to break through the barricades protecting the city to force Jarl Balgruuf to surrender. Starting at a Stormcloak Camp by city, you will be following the Stormcloaks through the city and all the way to Dragonsreach.
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Which side attacks Whiterun?

stormcloaks side

After talking to Ulfric about the previous quest, you will be sent to Galmar Stone-Fist for orders. It turns out Ulfric has decided to attack Whiterun, you are to meet your fellow soldiers at the camp outside Whiterun and assault the gate.
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Who do the Imperials hate in Skyrim?

The Imperials hate the other races especially the High Elves with a passion. They are tolerant of them but that doesn't mean they don't hate them. They see the other races beneath them. The Imperials despise Elvenkind with a passion because of their history of battles with the Elves.
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Can you become a Jarl in Skyrim?

Though the Dragonborn is able to become a member of secret societies like the Thieves Guild or curry favor with a city's authorities to become one of its Thanes, there is no way for players to officially ascend to the powerful Jarl position in Skyrim.
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Is it better to be a vampire or werewolf in Skyrim?

Speaking of benefits, it would seem that vampires do have more access to them as one can simply tap into their main powers without the need to transform, unlike a werewolf. Vampires also have better spellcasting abilities, making them perfect for mages.
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How to become a vampire in Skyrim?

You'll need to come in contact with another vampire. Each hit by a vampiric enemy has a chance of passing the Sanguinare Vampiris disease onto you. You can find vampires in Haemar's Shame, a cave to the southwest of Ivarstead. If you want to contract Vampirism, go there and let the vampires attack you.
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