What race are Imperials?

Imperials also have slightly sharper faces than other races of men. They are descendants of the native Nedic and other Proto-Cyrod peoples that were enslaved by the Ayleids.
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Who are the imperials in Skyrim based on?

In the Elder Scrolls universe, the Nords are based on Vikings and the Imperials on Ancient Romans.
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Where do Imperials originate?

The Imperial race didn't begin as the diplomatic and powerful race many see them as throughout Oblivion and Skyrim. They are actually descendants of the native Nedic and Proto-Cyrod people who lived in Cyrodiil centuries ago. Interestingly, these descendants were actually slaves of a group known as the Ayleids.
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What race are the Nords based on?

Nords borrow so much from Scandinavian and Viking history and culture that Skyrim is one step away from being a bonafide Norse mythology simulator. The series' other human races are generally direct parallels for other ancient cultures, as well.
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What is the Imperial race power?

Voice of the Emperor: Imperials have the “Voice of the Emperor” racial power, which they can use once per day to calm nearby people for 60 seconds. This ability can be invaluable in tense situations, allowing the player to diffuse aggression and avoid unnecessary combat.
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The Deep Lore of the Imperial Race | Elder Scrolls

What is an imperial race?

Imperials are also known as Cyrodiils, Cyro-Nordics, and even Imperial Cyrods. Imperials reside in Cyrodiil and the Imperial City. They are considered to have a Nordic background yet appear as a race on their own. The Imperial culture is very cosmopolitan.
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Are Imperials or stormcloaks 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 are the Khajiit based on?

What are the Khajiit based on? Khajiit look like cats, and the typical Khajiit you find outside of Elsweyr are vaguely similar to gypsies. Apparently, that sort of khajiit are called “baandari” in Elsweyr, and ordinary khajiit don't trust them either.
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What race are the Akaviri?

It is the homeland of four seemingly unrelated races collectively referred to as the "Akaviri." These races are composed of the Demons of Kamal, the serpent-men of Tsaesci, the Monkey People of Tang Mo, and the Tiger Dragons of Ka'Po'Tun.
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What race are Redguards based on?

Redguards: Moors, Middle Eastern. Dunmer: Ancient Hebrew-ish. Dwemer: Ancient Babylonians, Atlantis. Altmer: Japanese.
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Are Imperials black?

Biology and culture. Imperials can be differentiated from Bretons and Nords by their fair to swarthy skin, as opposed to the typically fairer complexion of Bretons and Nords. The Imperial skin tone is not as dark as that of the Redguards, however.
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What culture are Imperials based on?

If you get down to the nitty-gritty, the Colovians are the more war-like Romans and the Nibeneans are the more philosophical and trade minded Greeks/Anatollians/Phoenicians. Together they make Imperial culture, which is a generic "Mediterreanean" in RL terms.
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What religion do Imperials follow?

Natives to Cyrodiil, the Imperials believe in the Eight Divines under Queen Alessia, who mixed Elven and Human gods together. Talos, once the mortal Tiber Septim, was included and turned the Imperial pantheon into the Nine Divines. From Akatosh to Mara, the Nords even took to worshipping the Divines - Talos especially.
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What race are Bretons?

Bretons (from the Ehlnofex beratu meaning "half") are a hybrid [UOL 1] race of both human and elven ancestry that primarily inhabit their ancestral homeland of High Rock, and the Systres Archipelago.
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Are Imperials Italian in Skyrim?

Niben Imperials are based off of Romans/early Italic cultures. Their appearance is also closely related to that of today's Italians. Their culture is also early Italic as well as some Japanese mixed in from years of Akaviri rule.
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Who are the Stormcloaks based on?

For example the Stormcloaks are like patriotic right wing organisations like Britain First, British National Party and the National Front whereas the Imperials are like Left Wing Globalists like the Labour Party, Green Party and Pro EU people.
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What race is Cyrodiil?

Female (left) and Male (right) Imperials in The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. Imperials, also known as Cyrodilics or Cyrodiils, are a race of men from Cyrodiil, the province in the center of Tamriel. Members of the Imperial race are some of the most well-educated, wealthy, and well-spoken people in Tamriel.
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What race is in Valenwood?

The Bosmer are the major species in Valenwood. Their strict "Green Pact" prohibits the use of wood or other vegetable derivatives as building materials. This pact also has other such rules as that a fallen enemy must be completely consumed before three days pass. They also cannot smoke anything of a vegetable nature.
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What is the cat race in Skyrim?

Who is Khajiit? In the Elder Scrolls fantasy video-game series, the Khajiit are a fictional race of cat-like creatures whose stealth and agility make them accomplished thieves and warriors.
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Who do the Khajiit hate?

Many Khajiit have a strong racial dislike for Argonians (a feeling required by their eastern neighbors). This causes tension in the southern Cyrodilic cities of Leyawiin and Bravil, where Elsweyr and Black Marsh are both fairly close, and which have strong populations of both races.
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Are the Thalmor using Ulfric?

The Thalmor are using the civil war to weaken the Empire for whenever they decide to make their next move. They're using Ulfric to drag the war on for as long as possible. They do not want him to win. Keeping "contact" with Ulfric could mean anything.
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Is Ulfric a dragonborn?

Ulfric Stormcloak, Dragonborn | Fandom.
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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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