What happens if I don't join Imperials or Stormcloaks?

There aren't many other repercussions of not choosing between Stormcloaks or Imperials except for losing out on each side's unique armors and other quest rewards.
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What is the best side to choose in Skyrim?

Conclusion: The Empire is the better choice. It will benifit everyone better, and every reason you have to dislike them would be gone after the defeat of the Thalmor/Aldmeri Dimionion. Skyrim, the Empire, and even the independant bottom half of Hammerfell.
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Does joining 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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Can you beat Skyrim without choosing sides?

Just the the main quest, of you choose not to do them the quest remains in limbo. Nobody makes any progress, there aren't any major battles, they remain in a perfect, tense stalemate - because nothing in Skyrim can happen without player approval.
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What happens if you go to solitude as a Stormcloak?

Skyrim doesn't have the same faction reputation system that the Fallout games have, so you can join the Stormcloaks and march into Solitude in full Stormcloak regalia with no consequences whatsoever.
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Which Faction Should You Choose In Skyrim? | Stormcloaks or Imperials

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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Who becomes Jarl of Solitude if Stormcloaks win?

Elisif is the only Imperial Jarl who stays in power if the Stormcloaks take control of her hold.
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Can you peacefully end the Skyrim Civil war?

If you have yet to bring the Skyrim Civil War to a conclusion, you can bring the conflict to a temporary halt by calling peace talks. Using the Graybeards' authority, you bring leaders from each side to the negotiating table. There is no diplomacy skill tree, and there will be consequences for these decisions.
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What is the hardest enemy to be in Skyrim?

The Wispmother, Falmer Warmonger, and Hagraven are some of the most challenging enemies in Skyrim due to their unique abilities and powerful attacks. Giants and Sabre Cats are formidable opponents that can deal massive damage to players, but they have specific weaknesses that can be exploited.
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Can you change from Imperial to Stormcloak?

Only when you go get the crown. Instead of taking it to say, Ulfric, you can instead take it to Tullius and you'll be joined up with the Imperials and betray the Stormcloaks. And vice versa. You can't change anytime before (but it's only one mission so not bad) and you can't change anytime after.
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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 you choose Ralof but join the Imperials?

Ralof is instanced in a few missions ONLY if you join the Stormcloaks. By the same token, Hadvar is instanced in a few missions ONLY if you join the Imperials. So saving either without joining their side gives you warm fuzzies (I guess), but you never see them again. Not much.
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What happens if I take the Stormcloak oath?

If you go to Windhelm, speak to Jarl Ulfric, complete the test, then take the oath from Galmar, you automatically fail the "join the legion" quest. You can delay all you want or even do the test for both side, but the story won't advance until you have taken the oath for either side.
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Which gender is better in Skyrim?

If your focus is the 'Agent of Dibella' perk, then yes: it is, objectively, the better option to use a female avatar. My personal opinion, however, is that the difference between avatar genders is negligible to the point that a single perk does not influence my decision in character creation.
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Does it matter who you side with at the start of Skyrim?

It doesn't matter. Just changes which people you fight during the escape, and which family you talk to in Riverwood.
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Which property is best to own in Skyrim?

10 Best Houses In Skyrim, Ranked
  • 4 Breezehome Is Usually the First Home Players Unlock. ...
  • 3 Windstad Manor Is a Homestead Players Can Build to Their Specifications. ...
  • 2 Lakeview Manor Offers the Dragonborn a Glorious View. ...
  • 1 Heljarchen Hall Overlooks Whiterun, Which Holds Sentimentality for Most Dragonborn.
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What is the rarest enemy in Skyrim?

Here are the rarest creatures in Skyrim.
  • 8 Spriggan.
  • 7 Werewolf.
  • 6 Hagraven.
  • 5 Chaurus Hunter.
  • 4 Dwarven Centurion.
  • 3 Dragon Priest.
  • 2 Wispmother.
  • 1 Dremora.
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Who is the most overpowered follower in Skyrim?

10 Strongest Followers In Skyrim, Ranked
  • 4 Lydia Is One Of The First Followers, But Also One Of The Best. ...
  • 3 Despite His Bizarre Personality, Cicero Perfectly Accents Stealth Builds. ...
  • 2 Frea Is A Fighter With Few Equals. ...
  • 1 Serana Earns Her Popularity Through Wit, Charm, And Necromancy.
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Is Ulfric a Dragonborn?

Ulfric is the odd one out as he is not dragonborn. Ulfric had been training to become a greybeard then the Great War started. He felt he had to go fight for Skyrim and The Empire and left High Hrothgar having already learned some shouts.
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Should I give up Riften or Winterhold?

Should I give the Empire Riften or Winterhold in exchange for Markarth? There is no consequence whatever you choose. It doesn't matter you are gonna take everything from those Imperial milk drinkers anyway. TC hasn't picked a side, they've stayed neutral and are in peace negotiations for the Main Quest.
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Can I betray Stormcloaks?

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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What happens if I give Riften to the Imperials?

Phase 3: You must give up either Riften or Dawnstar to the Imperials. Giving up Riften pleases the Imperials, giving up Dawnstar pleases the Stormcloaks. Phase 4: Imperials want compensation for a battle at Karthwasten. Giving it to them pleases the Imperials, denying it pleases the Stormcloaks.
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Who becomes Jarl of Riften if Imperials win?

Civil War. Maven becomes Jarl if the Imperial Legion gains control of Riften. She will appoint Hemming as her steward and Maul as her housecarl.
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Who becomes the Jarl of Riften if you side with the Stormcloaks?

Siding with the Stormcloaks results in Vignar Grey-Mane becoming the new Jarl of Whiterun, Laila Law-Giver reclaiming her position as the Jarl of Riften, and Skald the Elder retaking his role as Jarl of Dawnstar.
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Who kills Ulfric Stormcloak?

General Tullius will then prepare to kill Ulfric, but Ulfric will request that his death be at your hands. You will then be given the choice of executing Ulfric or making Tullius do it himself.
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