Skyrim Factions Leave Much to Be Desired

Snowy Skyrim

The Elder Scrolls games are known for their open-ended style of gameplay, where a player can join many different factions. Unfortunately, I feel that the factions within Skyrim are not as well done as I wish they could be, and this post outlines some of my reasons why I think this way.

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Enderal: Total Conversion Skyrim Mod

Enderal: The Shards of Order

Enderal: The Shards of Order is a total conversion mod for Skyrim and is the sequel to on of the best Oblivion mods ever released. This mod will take place in a different world than the Elder Scrolls, and if it is as good as Nehrim, it will definitely be a mod worth downloading.

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RolePlaying in Skyrim

Kilkreath Ruins From the Road

Roleplaying in Skyrim can be as complex as you would like. There are a few “rules” that many roleplayers use to enhance their immersion in the game, and provide a level of difficulty that isn’t found in the vanilla version. Here are several ideas to think about if you wish to roleplay in Skyrim.

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How I Choose My Skyrim Mods

Mountains

I have always modded the Elder Scrolls game since I first started playing the series with Morrowind. With Skyrim I have tried to install mods that meet specific requirements to ensure I am always immersed in the story from the beginning. There are several factors I use before installing a mod, and I explain those factors in this post.

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Chapter 4 – The Dangerous Road

4 - The Dangerous Road

Leaving Whiterun behind, Avingard journeys north along a road that will take him to Solitude. The route to Solitude can be long and treacherous at times, but with a little help, and all the skills that he has developed since arriving in Skyrim, Avingard seems ready to make the journey and finally join the Imperial Legion.

Chapter 3 – Bounty Hunter

3 - Bounty Hunter

Realizing that he is in need of some money for supplies, Avingard accepts offers to rid two locations from bandits in the Whiterun hold. The battles test the skill and strength of Avingard as he fights to stay alive in order to continue his journey to Solitude to join up with the Imperial Legion.

Chapter 2 – The Traveler

2 - Traveler

After his successful battles with bandits, Avingard decides to head towards Solitude. Lod, on the other hand, advises Avingard to travel to Whiterun to pick up supplies before making the trek. Trusting Lod, Avingard begins his journey to Whiterun, and begins to see the true power and beauty that Skyrim has to offer. During his trip, he also learns how the Civil War is affecting the citizens of Skyrim.

Chapter 1 – On Arrival

1. On Arrival

Skyrim is plunged into a Civil War between the Imperial Empire and the Stormcloaks. A young Avingard travels to Skyrim to fulfill a promise he made to his Nord father by joining the Imperial Legion. He arrives in Falkreath located in the southern region of Skyrim from Hammerfell and learns that surviving one day in the region can be challenging.

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    I'm Paul Salmon and have been a fan of the Elder Scrolls series of games since Morrowind. I have since played both Oblivion and Skyrim, and the latter is what this website is about. This website contains character journals that I created while exploring the province of Skyrim. I also include posts regarding my thoughts on the game in general. Read more...

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    • Skyrim Factions Leave Much to Be Desired
      Skyrim Factions Leave Much to Be Desired

      The Elder Scrolls games are known for their open-ended style of gameplay, where a player can join many different factions. Unfortunately, I feel that the factions within Skyrim are not as well done as I wish they could be, and this post outlines some of my reasons why I think this way. Read more →

    • Enderal: Total Conversion Skyrim Mod
      Enderal: Total Conversion Skyrim Mod

      Enderal: The Shards of Order is a total conversion mod for Skyrim and is the sequel to on of the best Oblivion mods ever released. This mod will take place in a different world than the Elder Scrolls, and if it is as good as Nehrim, it will definitely be a mod worth downloading. Read more →

    • RolePlaying in Skyrim
      RolePlaying in Skyrim

      Roleplaying in Skyrim can be as complex as you would like. There are a few "rules" that many roleplayers use to enhance their immersion in the game, and provide a level of difficulty that isn't found in the vanilla version. Here are several ideas to think about if you wish to roleplay in Skyrim. Read more →

  • Recent Chapters

    • Chapter 4 – The Dangerous Road
      Chapter 4 – The Dangerous Road

      Leaving Whiterun behind, Avingard journeys north along a road that will take him to Solitude. The route to Solitude can be long and treacherous at times, but with a little help, and all the skills that he has developed since arriving in Skyrim, Avingard seems ready to make the journey and finally join the Imperial Legion. Read more →

    • Chapter 3 – Bounty Hunter
      Chapter 3 – Bounty Hunter

      Realizing that he is in need of some money for supplies, Avingard accepts offers to rid two locations from bandits in the Whiterun hold. The battles test the skill and strength of Avingard as he fights to stay alive in order to continue his journey to Solitude to join up with the Imperial Legion. Read more →

    • Chapter 2 – The Traveler
      Chapter 2 – The Traveler

      After his successful battles with bandits, Avingard decides to head towards Solitude. Lod, on the other hand, advises Avingard to travel to Whiterun to pick up supplies before making the trek. Trusting Lod, Avingard begins his journey to Whiterun, and begins to see the true power and beauty that Skyrim has to offer. During his trip, he also learns how the Civil War is affecting the citizens of Skyrim. Read more →