Is Ulfric a Thalmor puppet?

10 Villain: Thalmor Puppet
Ulfric seems completely blind to this, yet it's even hinted in the game that the Thalmor are using him to their advantage.
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Is Ulfric a Thalmor?

Skyrim: The Thalmor Manipulated And Brainwashed Ulfric

By rebelling against the Empire, Ulfric worked toward the Aldmeri Dominion's plots and weakened their biggest rival. Though Ulfric believes he is working toward a free and independent Skyrim, he is inadvertently furthering the Dominion's plans for Tamriel.
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Why is Ulfric an asset to the Thalmor?

Ulfric is an asset to them, the Thalmor aid him and his Stormcloaks, providing them with indirect aid to continue the war against the Legion. Operational Notes: Direct contact remains a possibility (under extreme circumstances), but in general the asset should be considered dormant.
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Is Ulfric a Thalmor agent Reddit?

This has led to Ulfric having a... questionable mental state. In the Thalmor Dossier on Ulfric, it's stated that Ulfric is a valuable asset to the Thalmor. It's said that he is an unwilling asset however, but attempts at contact are a thought the Thalmor have had.
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Was Ulfric brainwashed?

Coincidentally the second most powerful province the empire has is worshipping Talos. Ulfric was brainwashed in his youth by Elenwen or otherwise "suggested" later that the empire betrayed Skyrim.
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Can Balgruuf join the Stormcloaks?

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(1) You can convince Jarl Balgruuf to join Stormcloaks (compatible with Open Civil War).
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Is Ulfric a Dragonborn?

A lot of the Dragonborn's abilites and Ulfric's does seem to line up, and yet he isn't the Dragonborn. And this is because Ulfric is quite simply wasn't chosen. This may have been due to his imprisonment by the Thalmor in the Great War, but the Greybeards did not call him to High Hrothgar.
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Could the Stormcloaks defend against the Thalmor?

The Dragonborn could personally keep Skyrim very competitive in a defensive war against the Thalmor. With the Dragonborn, the Stormcloaks could defeat the entire dominion in a defensive war. If they were to invade the Summerset Isles, they would need allies.
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Did the Thalmor start the Civil war?

The Thalmor plays a role in the Skyrim civil war, certain sources indicate that they are the (indirect) cause of the Civil War in Skyrim.
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Is Ulfric Stormcloak evil?

Ulfric Stormcloak is not evil, he just doesn't see the bigger picture. He sees his cause as saving Skyrim, but all it is is handing it to the Aldmeri Dominion on a silver platter. The Thalmor have forcefully extended this war several times already, because the longer Skyrim is in chaos, the weaker the Empire gets.
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What would happen if the Stormcloaks win?

A Stormcloak victory in the civil war leads to Ulfric becoming High King of Skyrim and declaring the country's independence. This leaves the Tamrielic Empire with only the Cyrodiil and High Rock territories, alongside several smaller provinces.
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Is Ulfric helping the Thalmor?

Although Ulfric despises the Thalmor, in many ways it could be said that his behavior and actions are helping the Thalmors achieve what they want in Skyrim. If the province became independent from the Empire, it would be easier for the Aldmeri Dominion to conquer it.
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How old is Ulfric?

Ulfric is around 21-22 when the Great War Ends and 22 - 23 when he takes back Markarth from the Foresword, being dubbed the Bear of Markarth. The Great War happened 30 years prior to 4E 201 so Ulfric would be 53 - 54 which seems fairly reasonable.
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How did Ulfric learn to shout?

In summary: Ulfric himself says he studied at High Hrothgar for years to learn the ONE shout (fus... roh dah!), and that his shout merely stunned/staggered the High King so that his blade could pierce his heart.
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Is General Tullius evil?

General Tullius, also simply known as Tullius, is a major anti-villainous/anti-heroic antagonist in The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim.
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Should a Nord be imperial or Stormcloak?

So, Should You Pick The Imperials Or The Stormcloaks? Ultimately the choice to go with the Imperials or the Stormcloaks is a personal one that depends on the direction you want to take your character. Nord characters will find a home among the Stormcloaks, as long as they agree with their point of view on the Empire.
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Are Stormcloaks only Nords?

EDIT: To answer the forum's question, I occassionally play as a Khajiit and Imperial, so yes, I do support the Stormcloaks when non-Nord.
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Do the Thalmor leave if Stormcloaks win?

it just changes things up a little. Thalmor patrols hauling Stormcloaks to prison will no longer be present. Encountering the Thalmor in the field, however, is still possible, and they will now be hostile. The Thalmor will no longer have a Markarth presence.
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Can Thalmor beat Skyrim?

Either scenario involves them fighting a combined force of Thalmor and Imperial legions. Possibly with troops from High Rock under imperial control. The Empire would be in no position to join Skyrim in defeating the Thalmor, who would probably bring the Empire to its knees if the stormcloaks win.
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Can you lose the battle of whiterun?

Failing to defend the drawbridge has little consequences, as the quest is impossible to fail unless you die. There will be a percentage count of how many Stormcloak soldiers are left. Once that count reaches 0%, your new objective will be to meet with Jarl Balgruuf the Greater to hear a short victory speech.
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What shout did Ulfric use?

If you'd listened to what he said you'd know he used Unrelenting Force (Fus Ro Dah) to knock him down then stuck a sword in him.
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What does Ulfric say in Sovngarde?

"Soon enough, we will march on Solitude. And on that day, the heroes of Sovngarde will march with us.
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How is Miraak the first Dragonborn?

Because Miraak was lost to the influence of Hermaeus Mora, Akatosh later created a new Dragonborn in Alessia. After the death of Empress Hestra (who was supposedly childless) Reman Cyrodiil was the next Dragonborn to be born.
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