When should I join the Imperial Legion?

Joining the Legion Hadvar suggests that the Dragonborn join the Legion at the end of Unbound if he is followed during the escape from Helgen. Imperial Soldiers and Legates will also suggest joining the Legion if encountered.
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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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What happens if you side with Ulfric Stormcloak?

Ulfric, a veteran of the Great War, rallied his allies and began Skyrim's civil war to secure his country's freedom. Players who side with the Stormcloaks will serve under Ulfric and fight against the Imperial Legion. Both of Skyrim's civil war questlines require players to raid opposing Holds and Forts.
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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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Are the Imperial Legion good?

No. There is no "good" or "evil" faction, really. The gist of things is this: There was a recent war with some Elven country... and the Tamriel Empire LOST.
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Which Faction Should You Choose In Skyrim? | Stormcloaks or Imperials

Is it better to join Stormcloaks or Imperials?

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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Can you betray the 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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Will I lose Lydia if I join the Stormcloaks?

After I've received the Gold, you will find Lydia safely returned to your home in Whiterun.
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Will I lose my house in Whiterun if I join the Stormcloaks?

No,you want lose anything however the guards and quest for whiterun may change. Join the side you like the most. You don't lose anything, a new Jarl just takes over.
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What happens to Lydia if you side with 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.
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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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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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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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What happens if you save Ralof but join the Imperials?

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 to Skyrim if Stormcloaks win?

If the Stormcloaks won, the Aldmeri Dominion could take Skyrim on it's own without the Empire supporting the nords, but it would require an investment of resources (due to poor Aldmeri logistics in the region) that the remaining provinces of the Empire could potentially take advantage of.
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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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What is the best faction to join in Skyrim?

Skyrim: All Joinable Factions, Ranked From Worst To Best
  • 8 The Stormcloaks. ...
  • 7 The Imperial Legion. ...
  • 6 The Companions. ...
  • 5 The Volkihar Clan. ...
  • 4 The College of Winterhold. ...
  • 3 The Dawnguard. ...
  • 2 The Thieves' Guild. ...
  • 1 The Dark Brotherhood. Engaging Quests, Plot Twists, and Fabulous Characters.
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Which faction destroys 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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Can you switch sides after joining the Stormcloaks?

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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Can I revive Lydia if she dies?

Revive her using a console command.

Open the console and click on her body. A code will appear. Simply type “resurrect” into the console, press enter, and close the console. She will be resurrected.
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What kills Lydia Skyrim?

Same as any other companion: she can only get killed by three things: your own attacks, an enemy with DoT damage inflicting poison or something on her when she hits 1 HP, or accidentally getting plastered by an attack meant for you.
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Is Lydia the best wife in Skyrim?

5 Lydia Is a Devoted Skyrim Wife

While Nord housecarl Lydia may not be the most original marriage choice, she is still one of the most steadfast and familiar companions in the game. Depending on how the player tends to their tasks early on, Lydia may become the player's first housecarl and free travel companion.
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Does joining the Stormcloaks affect any quests?

It does affect which quests are available, because joining one blocks your access to the other. However, it does not block your access to any achievements, because the civil war achievement is awarded upon completing either the Imperial questline or the Stormcloak questline.
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Can you switch sides in Skyrim?

After retrieving the Jagged Crown you can actually go to the opposing faction to the one you retrieved it with and give them the crown. They will allow you to switch sides with some unique dialogue.
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Does joining the Stormcloaks affect anything?

Joining up mostly affects the camps you can visit. Being a Stormcloak makes Imperial camps and forts hostile and vice versa but the major cities generally won't be affected. We are all Uniformly Unique. The respective camps will become hostile if you join the other side, but the cities and towns don't react.
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