
The Ebonheart Pact believe that they are the rightful rulers of the empire, since they have shielded Tamriel from the Second Akaviri invasion. The third faction is the Ebonheart Pact, who reside in Skyrim, Morrowind and Black Marsh, with their capital being in Mournhold. They are renowned for their speed and intelligence, making them an excellent choice for thieves. Then there’s the Khajit, who you may notice from their catlike appearance. Inhabiting Valenwood, the Bosmer are a more informal race compared to others, though don’t mistake their ability of being effective in the shadows with their stealth abilities. If archery is more your thing, then you could choose the wood elves known as Bosmer.

Those who wish to create a magic character would do well to choose the Altmer as their race. These are inhabitants of the Summerset Isles, and are steeped in history with prominence in art and culture. Their main goal is to protect their beloved continent from any danger.Īs for their races, we start with the high elves known as the Altmer. The Aldmeri Dominion are up next, who oversee the Summerset Isles, Valenwood and Elsweyr, with their capital being Elden Root. These will be your best option for warrior or thief characters that you want to create. Said appearance also contributes to their traits of being hardened warriors, so go with them if a tank character is what you desire.įinally, the Redguard hail from Hammerfell, and are considered one of the most powerful races in Tamriel. Meanwhile, Orcs are Tamriel natives who formed the city of Orsinium where equality is preached despite their brutish appearance. They have the ability to wield magic, so if healing and spellcasting is your bag then you should feel right at home here. The Breton race hail from High Rock, a mountainous area who serve as descendants of Altmer and Nedic. Their goal is to bring peace to Tamriel by making a member of the Daggerfall Covenant the true emperor.

Starting with the Daggerfall Covenant, this faction has its capital as Wayrest, and unites the Hammerfall regions, as well as High Rock and Orsinium. Aside from their individual races, there is also a difference in their goals. The three factions differ in a number of different ways. The three alliances to choose from are the Daggerfall Covenant, the Aldmeri Dominion, and the Ebonheart Pact.Įach of these factions are then divided into races, so let’s take a look at what the factions are, and what races can you choose from. It won’t prevent you from completing certain quests or limit your exploration, but it will give you an allegiance that won’t alter in the PvP aspect of the game. Depending on the faction that you choose, it will give you a specific starting area, and you will choose a Race that will start in that particular zone.

So factions are a way for you to decide where you character’s allegiances stand.
