User blog comment:Thedoucheinthenorth/A question of morality/@comment-5709731-20121215135055

I still haven't understood how the Empire can be blamed for everything. The Thalmor force them to do as they say, and if they don't, the Empire, and a lot of innocent soldiers, get slaughtered. I understand the Stormcloaks right to worship Talos and whatnot, but I really do not understand their hate for the Empire. If anyone can please tell me why it is the Empire's fault, then please do. In my opinion, the best solution would be to join forces, and let Ulfric and the Dragonborn lead a campaign against the elves. Nords are strong warriors, but they cannot force back the elves alone. The Empire is strong as well, but they can nether destroy the Thalmor. Unification seems like the best way of doing it, and if the Empire and Skyrim stands together, they could destroy the Thalmor and permit worship of Talos again. I do not understand the Stormcloaks. Their goals are the same as those of the Empire. Why not work together?