Board Thread:Lore Discussion/@comment-98.232.175.28-20140410065653/@comment-3524435-20140412211522

I'm well aware of Michael Kirkbride's work. I'm also cognizant of the fact that his work outside of Bethesda isn't "official" canon.

I don't want to start another flame war, but his work does not need to be considered fact unless Bethesda officially endorses it. Some of his stuff has indeed made it into the games (The Towers) but other things (KINMUNE) will almost certainly never show up.

I'm not saying that everybody should ignore him, but he doesn't have the final say. If others want to embrace everything he says, they can. Yes, I think that this is most likely the Thalmor's ultimate plan. MK's post is interesting evidence, but not solid proof.