Board Thread:Lore Discussion/@comment-27007772-20140611204941/@comment-26228374-20150321042049

Both sides have good and bad, however, I side with Stormclocks when playing Nord, and imperial for any other race. I really like Tullius and Galmar. Both sides have their fair share of good and bad Jarls.

In terms of who would be stronger against the Dominion, I would argue against those who say an independent Skyrim is weaker. History has shown how the Nordic peoples have literally taken down any powerful imperial forces that attacked them. They have defied the odds many times over. Having a nationalist and independent Skyrim fueled by angry Talos worshipping patriots may very well prove to prevent Thalmor control. Sure, the Dominion will send many ships and troops to land, but do we honestly expect they will stay for long? They would have a barbaric and hardy people determined to slaughter them, everything from men to children. They have to survive the elements and land, which is difficult in Skyrim. The Nords however thrive in such landscape, and can use this to their advantage. The Dominion is far from Skyrim as well, making reinforcements and supplies an issue.

Basically, if the dominion invaded a Independent Skyrim, they will be walking into a frozen hell.

However, if Skyrim relies on the Empire, and the Empire falls, they will likely be inadequately trained and prepared to fight the Dominion, thus sinking with the ship along with the Imperials.