Was Ulfric brainwashed by the Thalmor?

Due to his high birth, the Thalmor took Ulfric in for interrogation and manipulation. Given the treatment of prisoners beneath the Thalmor Embassy, it can be assumed Ulfric was tortured and perhaps even brainwashed by his interrogators.
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Do the Stormcloaks hate the Thalmor?

However, they both hate the Thalmor and want the same things so why not join together and wipe them out? It's a win win situation: The stormcloaks get talos and many other freedoms back and because the empire is still here, the amount of racism would also decrease.
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Why didn't they execute Ulfric first?

One possibility is that they wanted to dishearten Ulfric, and make sure that he went to the block without any resistance. If they called him up first, and he put up a fight, it would bring a fight, which the Imperials don't want.
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Is Ulfric a Thalmor Pawn?

no he's not. they captured him (after being betrayed to them by the empire btw). then they tortured the crap otu of him for awhile. they then found out he'd become jarl of eastmarch if he got out, and that he'd probably start a civil war because he hates the thalmor so much, and by extension the empire.
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Why is Ulfric Stormcloak bad?

According to the in-game book The Bear of Markarth, Ulfric also executed every Nord who did not aid him in retaking Markarth, including farmers, shopkeepers, the elderly, and even children. This book quotes Ulfric as saying “You are with us, or you are against Skyrim” as he killed his fellow Nords.
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Does Ulfric hate the empire?

The Rebellious Nord Ulfric Stormcloak is the self proclaimed ''High King of Skyrim'' and the Jarl of eastmarch. He rules his hold with an iron fist; his people either follow him or die. He has many enemies, but his hatred for King Gronar Iron-Hand and The Empire truly runs deep.
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Is General Tullius a villain?

General Tullius, also simply known as Tullius, is a major anti-villainous/anti-heroic antagonist in The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim.
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Does General Tullius hate the Thalmor?

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Although Tullius is on speaking terms with people like Elenwen, that doesn't mean he's a fan of the Thalmor himself. In fact, Tullius seems extremely aware of what the High Elves are doing and even admits to despising them.
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Do the Thalmor want Ulfric to win?

They don't even want either side to win/lose, because they want the civil war to go on as long as possible. Ulfric Stormcloak is one of their old informants (read the dossier on him). So, they're in it just to see Skyrim become weakened to the point that it falls.
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What did the Thalmor do to Ulfric?

Given the treatment of prisoners beneath the Thalmor Embassy, it can be assumed Ulfric was tortured and perhaps even brainwashed by his interrogators. The Thalmor led him to believe that information he'd given up during his interrogation allowed the Dominion's armies to breach the Empire's capital city and win the war.
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Why was Ulfric gagged?

At the beginning of the game, Ulfric is captured, hands tied, with a gag around his mouth to stop him from using a shout.
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Did Ulfric win fairly?

No, he challenged Torygg to one on one combat based on their skills (shouts included) it was by all means a honorable victory but the empire of course did not recognize this as such.
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Who killed Ulfric?

After being defeated, Ulfric will ask to be killed by the Dragonborn. You can grant his wish or let Tullius end him.
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Do the Thalmor fear the Dragonborn?

However, that does not mean they outright fear the Dovahkiin/Dragonborn or their power. For one the Thalmor have a superiority complex that does not allow for them to fear someone they view beneath them which the Dragonborn would fall under.
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Why does Ulfric hate Dark elves?

In Skyrim they hate the elves because of course the Thalmor started a civil war and conquered the Empire. Ulfric (and many other Stormcloaks and Nords) were members of the Imperial legion and fought in the Great War agaisnt the Thalmor and their dominion.
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Why do people hate Thalmor?

the same sentiment is carried by the thalmor. also they claim to be the direct decendens from the Aedra and their ''secret'' plan is to destroy the world and return to the heavens. another reason is the Great war because they started it. these just a few of the many reasons people hate the Thalmor.
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Is Ulfric good or bad?

While some fans believe he's nothing but another villain furthering the cause of the Thalmor, others argue that his main motivation continues to be the freedom and independence of Skyrim from an oppressive Empire.
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Is Ulfric Stormcloak a good guy?

Some believe Ulfric to be a hero, while others label him an opportunist, leading him to play the role of one of the main anti-heroes/villains in the game. He was voiced by Vladimir Kulich.
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Are the Thalmor evil in Skyrim?

They are the most powerful organization of The Elder Scrolls' Fourth Era, effectively crippling The Empire and sowing the seeds of a Civil War in Skyrim. In the course of securing that power, they have committed atrocities that cement their status as corrupt and wicked zealots.
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What magic are Thalmor weak to?

The Thalmor are some of the toughest humanoid enemies in The Elder Scrolls: Blades, so be sure to come prepared when embarking on missions where you will encounter them. To take advantage of their weaknesses, use weapons enchanted with Poison.
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Is Imperial or Stormcloak better?

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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Who is right in the Skyrim Civil war?

Like many wars, Skyrim's Civil War is a morally grey affair where there is no clear right or wrong answer. Regardless of the player's choice, neither side can truly win for long, as the war seems more of a prelude to another bloody confrontation with the Aldemeri Dominion.
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Who is the main bad guy in Skyrim?

Who is the main villain in Skyrim? Alduin, also known as The World-Eater, is the Nordic God of Destruction and the main antagonist of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim .
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Who is the big bad in Skyrim?

Alduin, also known as the World Eater, the First Dragon, and the Twilight God, is one of the main antagonists of the action role-playing high fantasy video game franchise The Elder Scrolls.
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Who is the good guy in Skyrim?

If that's your definition of good, then the empires. If your definition of good is fighting back against opressors like the thalmor, then you might see the stormcloaks as the good guys. The only fact is that both factions are morally complex. Oh and the thalmor are definitely the bad guys.
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