Michael Kirkbride was basically the top dog writer for the Elder Scrolls Series. He no longer works for Bethesda, but continues to write TES fanfiction which he calls "lore"
Frosted Indeed. It would sadden her to see what the rain has become of. The first aldmeri dominion was the only dominion worthy of sitting on the ruby throne. And I’m the oldest living thing in Tamriel, The only thing older was Mirek. I was only 20 when the dragon cult started. Being the son of the time God has its perks.
Hatred? No it is wisdom. Men is short lived and tempered and has a history of agressive conquest and destruction. Just like their demonic usurper god Lorkhan intended them to be.
Queen Ayrenn* And yeah that was exactly my thought 😂 And also the part of having rather an Altmeri infant on the throne than a human: that's kinda what she is. For an Altmer she is a baby with her 25 yrs lol
No kidding, she should have said, "The Altmer do not seek riches or plunder, as for our counterparts, the Bosmer and Khajiit, we're still working on them. Though they are and have been bandit and thief people, we will beat them into shape!"
Elves live longer than men, this means that the memories of what Talos did when he attacked their homeland with the Numidium will take longer to disappear. :p
Yep, and while I don't much like the Thalmor, I understand why they're pissed. Dozens may have lived to see Septum destroy a swath of their land, see his rule go on, his dynasty continue, his bad deeds unpunished, and even venerated as a God, all within their lifetime. For the VAST majority of Tamrielic history, the Altmer rarely left Summerset, most notably was the Three Banners War, but then again, ALL the Provinces were involved with that, so it's not fair to only point fingers at Summerset. After that, not a thing, they made Allies with other Dominion Provinces and traded with them and offered whatever services, mostly to act as buffer zones from the rest of Tamriel. So it's funny that when Tiber Septum dragged them into his Empire, many think they're somehow expected to not be upset about it? Totally understandable why they'd be mad. Long live the Dominion, and praise be to Altmer Queen Ayrenn, long may her reign be remembered
@Brolandian Viking Oof, would be sad, if the Thalmor guy was remembering his time facing off against such a weapon Probably ask the Dwemer to help make more machines to aid the Aldmeri Dominion though
@Falkrim 100%. I hope the Thalmor are reformed, maybe in a Civil War on Summerset, but overall, I still dislike the Empire more. If the Thalmor could be revamped to be something better like it used to be back in the first 2 Dominions, maybe it would be even easier to side with them
This is probably one of my favorite videos that you have done so far! By the order of the Fourth Aldmeri Dominion, we proclaim you, Chronicler of Anu and Recorder of All Time! Hail to the Lady of Scrolls and her omniscient knowledge of the history of all time and beyond!
During the bit where you covered the Dominion controlling the Capitol of Cyrodil it should be noted they had the Eye of Vaermina and the foresight they had was lost when the forgotten hero destroyed the eye. That nitpick aside, the video was a great summary of the Dominion with as far as I know no errors at all.
>Insert joke about this video being Aldmeri Dominion propaganda Also I think somewhere in the video you can hear my cat literally crying at my door cause she wants snuggles and pets, although it's really quiet and hard to notice lol Edit: Thank you to all who were concerned, she did receive snuggles and pets that were well deserved lol
I hope these Altmer or more specifically the Dominion or Thalmor as you call them stay away from the Sacred Lands or any other lands for that matter As it could mean a war far worse than the one with the Shadow Carja, Eclipse, and HADES
@@Hotarubi-dono Eh, she made good points though. I'd rather she be honest and open about her true intentions that be a backstabbing piece of shit like Tiber Septum. The Thalmor were (partly) born from the hatred they have of them, and while even I don't like the Thalmor, Ayrenn saw what she did across Tamriel, and took it all with an open mind, willing to work with anyone who was open to her cause, just saying. What makes Tiber Septum better than her? Other than the fact that Septum, ya know, decimated a large portion of a Province with a literal God weapon, slaughtering innocents indiscriminately
I roleplay as an Altmer in Skyrim whose a descendant of Queen Ayrenn and using the "2nd Great War" mod, I helped the legion defeat the Dominion and then killed the puppet Emperor and proclaimed myself as the rightful Emperor due to being dragonborn, achieving the goal what my character's ancestor couldn't achieve. At least while roleplaying as the Emperor I gained people's favour by restoring and legalizing Talos worship.
35:00 Allegedly* By the Dragonborn. The only "Canon" outcome that the DB has achieved is the death of Alduin, Miraak and to play some role in the war. Great video, I always loved the first Aldmeri Dominion in ESO!
Just came across this channel. I really enjoyed how calm and steady your voice is, unlike most video game content creators on UA-cam who communicate through guttural screeches and revolting utterances. keep up the good work!
If anything it doesn't make me hate the High Elves (I love the race actually) or the Aldmeri Dominion. It makes me hate the 3rd Aldmeri Dominion and love the High Elves more. Edit: Also I've been waiting for this since the Khajiit video amazing work LOS!
I know, I love the Altmer! I play as one, though he fled the Summersets due to the third Aldmeri Dominion, and is currently plotting their downfall. He will then set up the fourth and unite the races to protect all of Tamriel and all of the races! Also, the fourth Aldmeri Dominion will not only accept Altmer, Bosmer, and Khajiit. They will accept any race and will protect them forevermore!
I hate AD as a whole. The idea of one just coming in trying to take control of an entire nation is sickening. First AD was no better. Talk about a savior complex
Every video, a gift. Every word spoken is a jewel. And every time I see that upload my heart beats just a little bit faster. You are UA-cam royalty in my book. Worthy of rule in any of the highest courts in the Dominion. I bow to you my Lady. 👑👸
Even from the beginning, the Aldmeri Dominion was incredibly hypocritical. Ayrenn claimed to wish to see a mer on the Ruby Throne because of the childishness of men, while being the elven equivalent of a child ruler herself. They claimed not to be seeking any kind of gain or domination while simultaneously conducting raids on the other factions and seeking even then to wipe out the worship of the pantheons of man. In the end, their haughty stances that they take on the world are not principled at all, and you can even see in the first Dominion's manifesto that it all ultimately boils down to an age-old religious disagreement. The Nords and Imperials revere Shor/Shezzar, as he is responsible for their creation, while the mer, with the exception of the Dunmer/Chimer, universally condemn him. It should be noted that the Chimer were driven from the Summurset Isles for this and for other religious disagreements regarding the Daedra in the first place. It has always boiled down to religion for the Dominion. They, in their arrogance, often do not recognize that, in desiring to rule the continent by right of conquest over such things, that they are displaying the very same tendency toward warmongering and barbarism that they condemn the other races for. Hell, even the Tribunal tolerated the practice of religions other than their own within their own borders, and never waged war to try and force the rest of Tamriel to follow their faith. To be more nationalist and sectarian than even the Tribunal Temple is really saying something. Upon that, one begins to think that the Aldmeri Dominion and the Sixth House have a lot in common.
@@jonytequileiro Not true. Ysgramor came with his 500 Companions bringing death to the Falmer only after the elves wiped out Saarthal to the last child for reasons that are still not really understood to this day. Before then, men tried to coexist with elves. Ysgramor's war was in response to this genocide.
@@spaceangelmewtwo9074 not true either, sources are not entirely correct about the Saarthal incident. And as you said "they killed everyone" how can Ysgramor survived and traveled to Atmora and united 500 people? It doesn't make any sense. There is a Falmer alived that can actually state their version? If no then you are wrong.
@@jonytequileiro The sources, including elven ones, (Author of "Night of Tears" is Dranor Seleth) state that Ysgramor was the sole survivor. And if we're going to judge whether something is true or not in lore by whether or not there's someone alive to talk about it, then I guess you could also say that no lore further in the past than the birth of Divayth Fyr is not true by your standard, which I hope you realize is completely ridiculous. Sources are only not true when the sources aren't in agreement. The sources all agree that the elves slaughtered everyone in Saarthal. The only area where the sources conflict are on the reasons why the elves attacked. If you wanted to make a pro-elven argument here, the best you can say is that they wanted to safeguard the Eye of Magnus, but nobody can agree that the Nords even knew about the Eye at the time, and it still doesn't justify the Night of Tears.
I love this channel. It gives the most in-depth yet interesting history on the elder scrolls lore but i just hope you eventually feel comfortable enough to branch out with lores. I for one would watch
My son is 7 and has started playing Skyrim and if he plays a agame he's like me we have to know the lore. He wanted to know about Skyrim lore and I found your videos we both love them. You can tell you put ALOT into them and really know what you are talking about thanks a million for your time and work!
Thankyou so much for the captions! I struggle to process the spoken word sometimes and I can really follow the videos much better. And also be even more impressed how well you pronounce everything XD
I love the level of detail you put into your lore videos. I would like you do one for the dinner and their direct ancestors, the chimer. They are my personal favorite of all the races.
Ik I made a request about the Dumner but, maybe you could do a video on Akavir at some point. Think it would be an interesting thought to delve upon. As well as to even find lore on the other Continent but also lore on it's people and inhabitants.
This is why vampires are so important amongst elves, they transcend the average life span of both men and mer. Making them Omni-Wise compared to most creatures of Tamerial. Elves wanting to again receive immortality, understandably give there souls to Molag Bal. This also explains the prejudice against men, as The High Elves simply ignore the concerns of man as youthful ignorance. This channel is so great that I think it triumphs every other Elder Scrolls channel, because it’s to the point and ensures no confusion is made with wordplay or suggestion♥️🐉
Absolutely love your videos, have done for a long time! Often listen to them before bed, getting my daily dose of ES lore! Please keep up the fantastic work!
What happened you you lady of the scrolls I miss your videos you are good and just as good as fudge muppet and camel works. Your way of telling lore with the artwork you use is amazing
Lady, would you consider adding subtitles to your videos? Don't get me wrong your voice and pronounciations are clear as day but subtitles would certaintly help us non-native speakers understand the video better. :)
Humans might be short minded brutes, but elves have always been manipulative megalomaniacs. Tbh my vote for the rulers of Tamriel goes to Argonians, they seem chill.
Argonians: we don’t really have strong opinions, we just like to chill in our marshes and talk to the trees! Daedra: **invade** Argonians: Scratch that; we just like to chill in our marshes, talk to trees, and *dominate the filthy dremora!* **start invading Oblivion again**
Hammerfell seceding from the Empire relieved Titus Mede II from honouring a portion of the White Gold Concordat - that being giving the lands of Southern Hammerfell that the Dominion wanted from the Treaty as Hammerfell is no longer part of the Empire, there is nothing Mede can do to actually grant those lands to the Dominion. Also meaning there is nothing the Dominion can do to force Mede to grant them those lands. The part on the ban on Talos worship was never going to be honoured whether you're a Nord or Imperial, as there is no way the Dominion can check on every single person within the Empire to ensure that they are not worshiping Talos - worship in secret with no large public ceremonies and the Thalmor will be none the wiser.
Like any good fantasy universe, all of the major mortal factions have some good, and a whole lot more bad. We got racists everywhere, nationalism inciting conflicts all over....... Ah yes, what a perfectly realistic fantasy indeed.
Oh shut it, you damned imperialist. Wishing for the whole of Tamriel to be united under one ruler I imagine. Like in real life, the peoples of Tamriel are too different to be united. Nationalism and patriotism don't mean hateing other peoples or countries. It's to love one's country and people and to respect the sovereignty of other countries.
@@miroslavmalivukovic1534 Bruh, chill. They're video games. No-one said anything about imperialism. Literally at no point did I say that, you are putting words in my mouth. I was simply commenting on the fact that the people of this fictional continent hate each other and that's sadly too realistic.
@@ee4724 "Nationalism inciting conflicts." Those are your words. I was talking to you from a in-universe perspective (calling you an imperialist). It was my intention to draw parallels between fiction and real-life. I just commented without malicious thought. You are free to believe what you wish as am I. Have a nice day.
Oh man, you really have a great voice! Very gentle and soothing :) I really like the way you write your scripts and you deliver them well along with your choice of music. You rank up there with many of my favorite lore channels :3 Ever checked out The Exploring Series? His stuff is dope, and he did a comprehensive short series on ES which I loved to re-watch, but your niche work certainly scratch my ES itch even better :D Keep it up! #newfan
It's a shame you haven't made any more videos, your voice is really pleasant and charismatic. If I ever get to make my pie-in-the-sky fantasy RPG, I'll be sure to hire you to narrate the loredumps and books.
Queen Ayrenn is flipping in her grave lmao. I just started playing ESO in 2020 and desperately needed this video since online takes place at the very beginning. I hope the next elder scrolls game takes place after the events of Skyrim with eso's aesthetic.
the author of this beautiful video, please make a video with Russian subtitles. My country’s people who don’t know your language want to watch it, we really appreciate the history of this beautiful universe !!! My friends would be very happy if you added Russian subtitles))) Unfortunately, only 2 channels are devoted to the history of ancient scrolls, and my interested fellow citizens have to find information abroad. I hope you ask for patience and respect for me. The translation does not have to be of high quality, it’s enough that we understand the fate of this beautiful video. Thanks to the one who read it no matter who you are))))) PS. This letter was written with the help of a Google translator since few Russians know English. With respect, a loyal fan.
Incredible high quality content as always! Do you do your own in-game screenshots? And if so, have you considered doing a tutorial? It's pretty masterful stuff
we elves do not desire conquest or domination. Which is why we must conquer and dominate tamriel. To make sure men do not conquer and dominate tamriel.
Great stuff! I absolutely adore the Elder Scrolls and the whole storyline. I started with Skyrim and then I got Oblivion then got Morrowind. Unfortunately my first Oblivion playthrough I went straight for the portal to the Shivering Isles because, why the hell WOULDN'T I?! Messed around, explored, did some qweests... Then my Xbox red ringed... So i got another and played some Morrowind and spend all my time jumping everywhere to get my character to have some insane leaping abilities while talking smack to everyone to make them fight me so I could yoink their shizz lol. I wish the option to taunt, admire, intimidate and uhhh something else were still around. I'm a taunter. Gotta go. Love your stuff and keep doing you!
The most likely canon Nerevarine is an Elf a Dunmer but an pointed eared fuck nonetheless. (Mine was a Lizard so he wouldn't give a single fuck who wins in the end. Just as long as he's got his mud and water he good.)
@@flamesofchaos13 Seriously? After all the Nerevarine has done, and you'd still hate him and call him a "pointed eared fuck"? What the hell man, you're discrimination against all Mer regardless of what they do or don't do is as bad as the Thalmor. Even most Aldmeri Dominion fans don't like the Thalmor all that much, but your racism is just as bad as the Thalmor's, no question. People like you is why the situation between Man and Mer will continue in bloodshed. Is it too much to as a Dominion of Mer and an Empire of Man to coexist to protect either of the 2 main races? Protect their own kind against the others? I mean, look at the Dominion now in comparison to the previous ones. None of this would've happened if Tiber Septum hadn't gotten his Greedy hands on Summerset after gaining the Numidium. Now the Altmer are pissed off that the backstabbing piece of crap is now being venerated as a God.
@@thalmoragent9344 I don't hate the Nerevarine. But Elves do have pointed ears and the Nerevar can indeed be an asshole. It was a semi joke bruh not an attack you take things far too serious. However if the Nerevarine came back and supported the Third Altmeri Dominion they'd be evil and a threat to Tamriel given their immorality...I'd hate them then but they wouldn't ever support the Dominion given canonically they're most likely Dunmer and the Dunmeri are neutral if not hostile to the Dominion and Empire both. Their priority would be to step in only if one invades Morrowind or seeks to enslave or genocide their kind. Like the Argonians as well. Also Elvhen Racism and Centrism and Supremacy existed in the First Aldmeri Dominion and Ayelid Empire and Falmer Kingdoms and Dwemer societies..Bullshit that this wouldn't ever happen if Talos didn't exist. People like the Thalmor would always exist and have power given the Mer are the ones that can't compromise even their radical view of existence as a whole..That they alone are worthy of being considered for godhood and the races of Men and Beasts are the spawn of evil gods. Also Talos was an asshole...The Empire is still the most progressive and egalitarian society on Tamriel that encourages free thought, autonomy, freedom of religion and philosophy, anti-slavery etc and Talos no matter what IS a God sorry Gods aren't inherently moral or benevolent they can be assholes and still be a God this is proven fact in Oblivion and how divinity works in the ES universe. He mantled the God of Humanity he becomes said fucking god and it's a damn good thing given no other god in existence favors Humanity's survival. Akatosh favors Elves and Dragons. Azura Dunmer and Khajiit. Sithis Argonians. Kyne favors Nature as a whole which doesn't favor any humans except Skall. The other races were already protected Humans were the ones left abandoned and discarded...So they appointed their fucking own. Don't like their pick? To fucking bad they're the ones that were constantly attacked and enslaved over and over by the other races so when they finally got the chance to even the playing field they took it and shouldn't feel a moment of regret. Can't condemn Humans for the crime of mass murder when you don't condemn the Elves crimes of mass murder and mass enslavement and the arrogance to see themselves as chosen ones with divine right to rule over others. Nope want to rule...Win it with Might, Smarts, Will and the Moral Responsibility to improve the world not try to revert it back to the old ways.
@@flamesofchaos13 Perhaps Morrowind would function best as Hammerfell does now, an independent Province. Empire technically dragged them into the fold too, with all the war and whatnot the Tribunal dealt with until finally speaking to Tiber Septum to end the bloodshed. Nerevarine in Morrowind, Dovahkiin in Skyrim, and the Redguards in Hammerfell... Empire is losing its grip more and more, ain't it? Skyrim is still up for debate, but at this point, Thalmor will end up getting more and more land to either seceded or war against the Empire until they themselves are ready.
"The First Aldmeri Dominion was also referred to the 'brainchild' of Queen Ayrenn. Before she was Queen however, she roamed much of Tamriel as an adventurer,..." Then she took an arrow in the knee............................. I just can't help it after hearing "adventurer"
So Queen Ayrenn Arana Aldmeri was a caring person at heart? She only wanted to end the problems that men were causing, because they weren't as skilled in ruling and diplomacy. Wow, I never thought that an Altmer could have a good heart. Queen Ayrenn Arana Aldmeri, I salute you mi'lady!
Video correction at 4:30. Implies it is an image of the Mane, but is instead Lord Gharesh-ri. I love your videos and only mention because of how you were specific with the other leaders. I understand why you may have chosen to speak generally here, but I do not believe it would be inappropriate to mention Mane Akkhuz-ri. We don't know how the war ended, nor do we know of the changes to leadership that could have occurred during the time of the 1st Dominion.
@@thalmoragent9344 I didn't draw it, no. I had it commissioned :) The picture after the Bosmer. The Breton and the Altmer! Highly recommend her if you ever want commissions!
Aloy despite the Nora and it doesn't matter if you side with the Empire or Stormcloaks, leaving the civil war unresolved is exactly what the Thalmor want
Never fear, dear friend, for you have the Altmer Agriffith, and Thalmor hater, at your side! Let us eradicate the Thalmor together, DOWN WITH THE THALMOR!
It's interesting to note the Aldmeri Dominion employs an "Eagle Banner" as their motif when actually, that was the symbol of the Imperial's real-life analogue, The Roman Empire. I wonder if it was intentional?
Scarlett I think that more of a reference to the Nazi party but in universe I would imagine the eagle is supposed to represent Auri-El the elven representation of akatosh where he is more associated with Eagles then dragons Some statues even depicting him as having eagle wings or having an eagle above his head.
The moment you realize the imperial city takes the shape of the wheel from a birds eye view. And then the tower if you look at it from the ground. Meaning the elves. Likely know the godheads design is uhh... Coincedence?
Actually, the thalmer could have used ancient dawn era magic to control the moons. If they got the knowledge from hermaeous mora. Just a thought, i’m not stating a fact.
How many Altmer still have the memory of Tiber Septim attacking though? Elves have about 2-3x the lifespans of humans, only some of the magically inclined (like the Telvanni) can extent their lifespans. By the time of Skyrim, most of the living Altmer should be their grandkids and great grandkids.
I’ve heard from some people that elenwen (thalmor ambassador in Skyrim) was apart of the second Aldmari Dominion before Tiber Septim came into power and conquered it. But I don’t know if that is true though
Elves can live for thousands of years, take that dwemer from Morrowind or the snow elf from Skyrim's dawnguard DLC, those 2 likely were living since the 1st era.
High elves can easily reach about 500 years, with magic more. The third empire Last about 433 Years, 200 Years Later Skyrim take Place aso about 600 years. At least most altmer parents give their view about tiber septim to their childs, but many mer could still be alive when tiber lived.
*Cyrodil explodes due to political manipulation and begins one of the first plane melds led by Molag Bal* Ayreen: This is appalling! It should be OUR brand of aristocratic political manipulation that causes a plane meld! (completely missing the fact that the literal cause of this was Mannimarco who is a high elven former psijic order member)
The Aldmeri Dominion has become the very thing Queen Ayrenn fought against centuries ago.
She's probably turning in her grave during the 4th Era
@@wiibrockster Well, if you believe in MK's nonsense, she's actually a robot from far beyond the 4th Era, so she's prob just not giving a shit tbh.
@@coolblast3 what's MK?
Michael Kirkbride was basically the top dog writer for the Elder Scrolls Series. He no longer works for Bethesda, but continues to write TES fanfiction which he calls "lore"
Frosted Indeed. It would sadden her to see what the rain has become of. The first aldmeri dominion was the only dominion worthy of sitting on the ruby throne. And I’m the oldest living thing in Tamriel, The only thing older was Mirek. I was only 20 when the dragon cult started. Being the son of the time God has its perks.
Ironic that the queen of the first dominion thought man was ruled by emotion yet, the third dominion seems to be ruled by their hatred.
In my experience Elves are ALWAYS arrogantly hypocritical.
@@flamesofchaos13 especially high elves in every books and games i know
Hatred? Oh no, Elven Supremacy is the truth. That's just common sense
Hatred? No it is wisdom. Men is short lived and tempered and has a history of agressive conquest and destruction. Just like their demonic usurper god Lorkhan intended them to be.
@@099Nitro Finally, someone of a sane mind
Queen Iren: "They do not seek riches or plunder."
Me: (looks directly at Khajiit) "Are you sure about that?!"
Queen Ayrenn*
And yeah that was exactly my thought 😂
And also the part of having rather an Altmeri infant on the throne than a human: that's kinda what she is. For an Altmer she is a baby with her 25 yrs lol
Pelinal Whitestrake: "See? This is why I killed them even though I knew from the get-go that they are not Mer..."
No kidding, she should have said, "The Altmer do not seek riches or plunder, as for our counterparts, the Bosmer and Khajiit, we're still working on them. Though they are and have been bandit and thief people, we will beat them into shape!"
Racist fuck
I’m a khajiit and I will agree with that statement.
Elves live longer than men, this means that the memories of what Talos did when he attacked their homeland with the Numidium will take longer to disappear. :p
Yep, and while I don't much like the Thalmor, I understand why they're pissed. Dozens may have lived to see Septum destroy a swath of their land, see his rule go on, his dynasty continue, his bad deeds unpunished, and even venerated as a God, all within their lifetime.
For the VAST majority of Tamrielic history, the Altmer rarely left Summerset, most notably was the Three Banners War, but then again, ALL the Provinces were involved with that, so it's not fair to only point fingers at Summerset. After that, not a thing, they made Allies with other Dominion Provinces and traded with them and offered whatever services, mostly to act as buffer zones from the rest of Tamriel. So it's funny that when Tiber Septum dragged them into his Empire, many think they're somehow expected to not be upset about it? Totally understandable why they'd be mad.
Long live the Dominion, and praise be to Altmer Queen Ayrenn, long may her reign be remembered
@Brolandian Viking
Oof, would be sad, if the Thalmor guy was remembering his time facing off against such a weapon
Probably ask the Dwemer to help make more machines to aid the Aldmeri Dominion though
GOOD
They're right to hate Talos. Tiber Septim was a piece of shit.
@Falkrim
100%.
I hope the Thalmor are reformed, maybe in a Civil War on Summerset, but overall, I still dislike the Empire more. If the Thalmor could be revamped to be something better like it used to be back in the first 2 Dominions, maybe it would be even easier to side with them
I’ve been binging these so much lately. I really like the amount of effort you put into production
This is probably one of my favorite videos that you have done so far! By the order of the Fourth Aldmeri Dominion, we proclaim you, Chronicler of Anu and Recorder of All Time! Hail to the Lady of Scrolls and her omniscient knowledge of the history of all time and beyond!
I only discovered this channel last night but I'm already addicted :D
Burnin' Leather enjoy the ride 😎
Same I found it couple days ago and it amazing
Welcome to the club.
Welcome to the cult
During the bit where you covered the Dominion controlling the Capitol of Cyrodil it should be noted they had the Eye of Vaermina and the foresight they had was lost when the forgotten hero destroyed the eye. That nitpick aside, the video was a great summary of the Dominion with as far as I know no errors at all.
Ah! I should have mentioned that! I did however mention it in my Vaermina video, as it is one of her artifacts 😄
23:46 "Was met with confusion, and worry." *Meanwhile on screen the most intensely suspicious nord you've ever seen.*
The music you use for these videos is always spot on.
>Insert joke about this video being Aldmeri Dominion propaganda
Also I think somewhere in the video you can hear my cat literally crying at my door cause she wants snuggles and pets, although it's really quiet and hard to notice lol
Edit: Thank you to all who were concerned, she did receive snuggles and pets that were well deserved lol
Don't worry. I got this. I'm always down for snuggles ❤️. Here kitty - kitty- kit-ahhhhhh, my eye!!!
Awww
You are the shit for doing all this research and making this AWESOME video! U have an ASMR voice too 💗💗💗
House Khajiit has affections, if you have time.
I hope these Altmer or more specifically the Dominion or Thalmor as you call them stay away from the Sacred Lands or any other lands for that matter
As it could mean a war far worse than the one with the Shadow Carja, Eclipse, and HADES
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FUCK THOSE ALTMERS AND THEIR ALDMERI ANCESTORS!!!
Barbara Lerner spectre LMAO
Eat a snickers!
WE ALL ARE BROTHER
*SOOOONG ENDS*
Damn, anybody else get shivers from the thirty seconds of that opening? Long live Queen Ayrenn!
God save the Queeeen 🙌
Excuse y'all? Fuck the bitch, she's full of shit like most of Aldmeri
@@Hotarubi-dono
Eh, she made good points though. I'd rather she be honest and open about her true intentions that be a backstabbing piece of shit like Tiber Septum. The Thalmor were (partly) born from the hatred they have of them, and while even I don't like the Thalmor, Ayrenn saw what she did across Tamriel, and took it all with an open mind, willing to work with anyone who was open to her cause, just saying.
What makes Tiber Septum better than her? Other than the fact that Septum, ya know, decimated a large portion of a Province with a literal God weapon, slaughtering innocents indiscriminately
@Falkrim nobody but Queen Ayrenn
I roleplay as an Altmer in Skyrim whose a descendant of Queen Ayrenn and using the "2nd Great War" mod, I helped the legion defeat the Dominion and then killed the puppet Emperor and proclaimed myself as the rightful Emperor due to being dragonborn, achieving the goal what my character's ancestor couldn't achieve. At least while roleplaying as the Emperor I gained people's favour by restoring and legalizing Talos worship.
How did I just discover your channel? These are some of the best lore videos I’ve ever seen!
35:00 Allegedly* By the Dragonborn. The only "Canon" outcome that the DB has achieved is the death of Alduin, Miraak and to play some role in the war. Great video, I always loved the first Aldmeri Dominion in ESO!
WHITESTRAKE INTENSIFIES
YOUR CHANNEL, YOUR VOICE, THE SONGS, YOU ARE AN ARTIST MY LADY, THANKS FOR THIS BEUTIFUL TRIBUTE TO THIS GREATEST GAME FOR ALL TIMES!!!
Mlady
I appreciate how informative your videos are. I'm very introverted but I will do my best to support your channel.
Just came across this channel. I really enjoyed how calm and steady your voice is, unlike most video game content creators on UA-cam who communicate through guttural screeches and revolting utterances. keep up the good work!
If anything it doesn't make me hate the High Elves (I love the race actually) or the Aldmeri Dominion. It makes me hate the 3rd Aldmeri Dominion and love the High Elves more.
Edit: Also I've been waiting for this since the Khajiit video amazing work LOS!
I know, I love the Altmer! I play as one, though he fled the Summersets due to the third Aldmeri Dominion, and is currently plotting their downfall. He will then set up the fourth and unite the races to protect all of Tamriel and all of the races! Also, the fourth Aldmeri Dominion will not only accept Altmer, Bosmer, and Khajiit. They will accept any race and will protect them forevermore!
YWNBAW
third dominion is the best
I hate AD as a whole. The idea of one just coming in trying to take control of an entire nation is sickening. First AD was no better. Talk about a savior complex
Every video, a gift. Every word spoken is a jewel. And every time I see that upload my heart beats just a little bit faster. You are UA-cam royalty in my book. Worthy of rule in any of the highest courts in the Dominion. I bow to you my Lady. 👑👸
dude what
EL EM AY OH THE MEME IS REAL THE MEME IS REAL!
Only if it is the fourth Dominion, a fair and "all races are equal" kind of Dominion.
This man has got it bad
Simp simp simp
Even from the beginning, the Aldmeri Dominion was incredibly hypocritical. Ayrenn claimed to wish to see a mer on the Ruby Throne because of the childishness of men, while being the elven equivalent of a child ruler herself. They claimed not to be seeking any kind of gain or domination while simultaneously conducting raids on the other factions and seeking even then to wipe out the worship of the pantheons of man. In the end, their haughty stances that they take on the world are not principled at all, and you can even see in the first Dominion's manifesto that it all ultimately boils down to an age-old religious disagreement. The Nords and Imperials revere Shor/Shezzar, as he is responsible for their creation, while the mer, with the exception of the Dunmer/Chimer, universally condemn him. It should be noted that the Chimer were driven from the Summurset Isles for this and for other religious disagreements regarding the Daedra in the first place. It has always boiled down to religion for the Dominion. They, in their arrogance, often do not recognize that, in desiring to rule the continent by right of conquest over such things, that they are displaying the very same tendency toward warmongering and barbarism that they condemn the other races for.
Hell, even the Tribunal tolerated the practice of religions other than their own within their own borders, and never waged war to try and force the rest of Tamriel to follow their faith. To be more nationalist and sectarian than even the Tribunal Temple is really saying something. Upon that, one begins to think that the Aldmeri Dominion and the Sixth House have a lot in common.
You, You I like
Yeah but who really brought genocide and war were the men not the mer.
@@jonytequileiro Not true. Ysgramor came with his 500 Companions bringing death to the Falmer only after the elves wiped out Saarthal to the last child for reasons that are still not really understood to this day. Before then, men tried to coexist with elves. Ysgramor's war was in response to this genocide.
@@spaceangelmewtwo9074 not true either, sources are not entirely correct about the Saarthal incident. And as you said "they killed everyone" how can Ysgramor survived and traveled to Atmora and united 500 people? It doesn't make any sense. There is a Falmer alived that can actually state their version? If no then you are wrong.
@@jonytequileiro The sources, including elven ones, (Author of "Night of Tears" is Dranor Seleth) state that Ysgramor was the sole survivor. And if we're going to judge whether something is true or not in lore by whether or not there's someone alive to talk about it, then I guess you could also say that no lore further in the past than the birth of Divayth Fyr is not true by your standard, which I hope you realize is completely ridiculous.
Sources are only not true when the sources aren't in agreement. The sources all agree that the elves slaughtered everyone in Saarthal. The only area where the sources conflict are on the reasons why the elves attacked. If you wanted to make a pro-elven argument here, the best you can say is that they wanted to safeguard the Eye of Magnus, but nobody can agree that the Nords even knew about the Eye at the time, and it still doesn't justify the Night of Tears.
Come back with new video’s please so soothing listening to you!!.
The Aldmeri superiority over mankind is incontestable. But must spread influences by culture and wisdom not brute force.
I love this channel. It gives the most in-depth yet interesting history on the elder scrolls lore but i just hope you eventually feel comfortable enough to branch out with lores. I for one would watch
My son is 7 and has started playing Skyrim and if he plays a agame he's like me we have to know the lore. He wanted to know about Skyrim lore and I found your videos we both love them. You can tell you put ALOT into them and really know what you are talking about thanks a million for your time and work!
Thankyou so much for the captions! I struggle to process the spoken word sometimes and I can really follow the videos much better. And also be even more impressed how well you pronounce everything XD
I think you are my fav elder scrolls content creator. You're videos are super in depth, and well edited, and you have a soothing voice.
I love the level of detail you put into your lore videos. I would like you do one for the dinner and their direct ancestors, the chimer. They are my personal favorite of all the races.
Ik I made a request about the Dumner but, maybe you could do a video on Akavir at some point. Think it would be an interesting thought to delve upon. As well as to even find lore on the other Continent but also lore on it's people and inhabitants.
Ayrenn: *is not even 30*
Also Ayrenn: “tHe rACeS oF mEn aRe yOuNg AnD iNeXpERiEnCeD aND wE mUsT rULe tHeM”
Aldmeri Dominion: NOO YOU CAN'T CONQUER US, WE ARE DIRECT DECEDENTS OF THE ET'ADA
Talos: Haha, Numidium go *no*
Excuse you were you born tomorrow? High elves are mature at young ages
as somebody whose completed the faction storylines of all 3 factions of ESO, Ayrenn is the most competent ruler out of the factions
@@GenericUsername-qp1ww *Yasss!* Finally someone who gets me
@@Pheonix.mp3 literally nobody "gets you"
the comment is about queen ayrenn which you arent associated with in any way
This is great! Love the effort and good information! And the imagery of the characters helps too!
This is why vampires are so important amongst elves, they transcend the average life span of both men and mer. Making them Omni-Wise compared to most creatures of Tamerial. Elves wanting to again receive immortality, understandably give there souls to Molag Bal. This also explains the prejudice against men, as The High Elves simply ignore the concerns of man as youthful ignorance. This channel is so great that I think it triumphs every other Elder Scrolls channel, because it’s to the point and ensures no confusion is made with wordplay or suggestion♥️🐉
Your music selection for your videos is always so perfect and appropriate
This is the best ESO lore video and channel I've found to date! Well done and thank you!
honestly u deserve way much more subscribers and likes. ur videos are legendary
very nice opening! Elderscrolls artwork never ceases to amaze me.
Absolutely love your videos, have done for a long time! Often listen to them before bed, getting my daily dose of ES lore! Please keep up the fantastic work!
What happened you you lady of the scrolls I miss your videos you are good and just as good as fudge muppet and camel works. Your way of telling lore with the artwork you use is amazing
Excellent video! Never been a big fan of the dominion but absolutely love the story of Queen Ahren
I really love your channel! It's addicting to listen to your videos while gaming or fall asleep to. Keep up the good work 😊👍
Lady, would you consider adding subtitles to your videos? Don't get me wrong your voice and pronounciations are clear as day but subtitles would certaintly help us non-native speakers understand the video better. :)
Yea I agree, have severe hearing loss on both ears
Turn closed captions on...
Humans might be short minded brutes, but elves have always been manipulative megalomaniacs. Tbh my vote for the rulers of Tamriel goes to Argonians, they seem chill.
Until the Hist tells them not to be.
Argonians: we don’t really have strong opinions, we just like to chill in our marshes and talk to the trees!
Daedra: **invade**
Argonians: Scratch that; we just like to chill in our marshes, talk to trees, and *dominate the filthy dremora!* **start invading Oblivion again**
Hammerfell seceding from the Empire relieved Titus Mede II from honouring a portion of the White Gold Concordat - that being giving the lands of Southern Hammerfell that the Dominion wanted from the Treaty as Hammerfell is no longer part of the Empire, there is nothing Mede can do to actually grant those lands to the Dominion. Also meaning there is nothing the Dominion can do to force Mede to grant them those lands.
The part on the ban on Talos worship was never going to be honoured whether you're a Nord or Imperial, as there is no way the Dominion can check on every single person within the Empire to ensure that they are not worshiping Talos - worship in secret with no large public ceremonies and the Thalmor will be none the wiser.
So happy I found this channel 💚
Like any good fantasy universe, all of the major mortal factions have some good, and a whole lot more bad. We got racists everywhere, nationalism inciting conflicts all over....... Ah yes, what a perfectly realistic fantasy indeed.
@Eadric Robertson Very well said, Eadric. Also, now I know how to properly pronounce Hegemony lmao.
Oh shut it, you damned imperialist. Wishing for the whole of Tamriel to be united under one ruler I imagine.
Like in real life, the peoples of Tamriel are too different to be united. Nationalism and patriotism don't mean hateing other peoples or countries. It's to love one's country and people and to respect the sovereignty of other countries.
@@miroslavmalivukovic1534 Bruh, chill. They're video games. No-one said anything about imperialism. Literally at no point did I say that, you are putting words in my mouth. I was simply commenting on the fact that the people of this fictional continent hate each other and that's sadly too realistic.
@@ee4724 "Nationalism inciting conflicts." Those are your words.
I was talking to you from a in-universe perspective (calling you an imperialist). It was my intention to draw parallels between fiction and real-life.
I just commented without malicious thought. You are free to believe what you wish as am I.
Have a nice day.
@Falkrim
Same, Aldmeri Dominion is the best
Oh man, you really have a great voice! Very gentle and soothing :) I really like the way you write your scripts and you deliver them well along with your choice of music. You rank up there with many of my favorite lore channels :3 Ever checked out The Exploring Series? His stuff is dope, and he did a comprehensive short series on ES which I loved to re-watch, but your niche work certainly scratch my ES itch even better :D Keep it up! #newfan
Yay. Another upload by our gracious Lady. Good to see that you’re back. Discord squad here lol
It's a shame you haven't made any more videos, your voice is really pleasant and charismatic. If I ever get to make my pie-in-the-sky fantasy RPG, I'll be sure to hire you to narrate the loredumps and books.
Queen Ayrenn is flipping in her grave lmao. I just started playing ESO in 2020 and desperately needed this video since online takes place at the very beginning. I hope the next elder scrolls game takes place after the events of Skyrim with eso's aesthetic.
the author of this beautiful video, please make a video with Russian subtitles. My country’s people who don’t know your language want to watch it, we really appreciate the history of this beautiful universe !!! My friends would be very happy if you added Russian subtitles))) Unfortunately, only 2 channels are devoted to the history of ancient scrolls, and my interested fellow citizens have to find information abroad. I hope you ask for patience and respect for me. The translation does not have to be of high quality, it’s enough that we understand the fate of this beautiful video.
Thanks to the one who read it no matter who you are)))))
PS. This letter was written with the help of a Google translator since few Russians know English. With respect, a loyal fan.
Incredible high quality content as always! Do you do your own in-game screenshots? And if so, have you considered doing a tutorial? It's pretty masterful stuff
I love your lore videos, I swear you find soo much more out compared to other channels!!
Great video!!! I can’t wait for a TES in Alinor, my homeland!!!
@Falkrim ok?
average imperial enjoyer
also, here’s the TRUE racial hierarchy of tamriel
1. imperials (nibenese)
2. imperials (colovian)
3. redguards
4. nords
5. bretons
6. orsimer
7. dunmer
8. bosmer
9. khajiit
10. altmer
11. argonians
@@VivaCristoRei9 I’m sorry what?
@@VivaCristoRei9 💩
The intro music sounded like one of the battle soundtracks for NieR: Automata lol.
I am impressed and subscribed!!!! These videos are really awesome.....
we elves do not desire conquest or domination. Which is why we must conquer and dominate tamriel. To make sure men do not conquer and dominate tamriel.
awesome videos as always, love having them on when cooking or playing some eso :D
Great stuff! I absolutely adore the Elder Scrolls and the whole storyline. I started with Skyrim and then I got Oblivion then got Morrowind. Unfortunately my first Oblivion playthrough I went straight for the portal to the Shivering Isles because, why the hell WOULDN'T I?! Messed around, explored, did some qweests... Then my Xbox red ringed... So i got another and played some Morrowind and spend all my time jumping everywhere to get my character to have some insane leaping abilities while talking smack to everyone to make them fight me so I could yoink their shizz lol. I wish the option to taunt, admire, intimidate and uhhh something else were still around. I'm a taunter. Gotta go. Love your stuff and keep doing you!
I think you are my new favorite elder scrolls channel lmao
Wait till I return.
-Nerevar
The most likely canon Nerevarine is an Elf a Dunmer but an pointed eared fuck nonetheless.
(Mine was a Lizard so he wouldn't give a single fuck who wins in the end. Just as long as he's got his mud and water he good.)
But you won’t through
@@flamesofchaos13
Seriously? After all the Nerevarine has done, and you'd still hate him and call him a "pointed eared fuck"?
What the hell man, you're discrimination against all Mer regardless of what they do or don't do is as bad as the Thalmor. Even most Aldmeri Dominion fans don't like the Thalmor all that much, but your racism is just as bad as the Thalmor's, no question.
People like you is why the situation between Man and Mer will continue in bloodshed. Is it too much to as a Dominion of Mer and an Empire of Man to coexist to protect either of the 2 main races? Protect their own kind against the others?
I mean, look at the Dominion now in comparison to the previous ones. None of this would've happened if Tiber Septum hadn't gotten his Greedy hands on Summerset after gaining the Numidium. Now the Altmer are pissed off that the backstabbing piece of crap is now being venerated as a God.
@@thalmoragent9344 I don't hate the Nerevarine. But Elves do have pointed ears and the Nerevar can indeed be an asshole. It was a semi joke bruh not an attack you take things far too serious. However if the Nerevarine came back and supported the Third Altmeri Dominion they'd be evil and a threat to Tamriel given their immorality...I'd hate them then but they wouldn't ever support the Dominion given canonically they're most likely Dunmer and the Dunmeri are neutral if not hostile to the Dominion and Empire both. Their priority would be to step in only if one invades Morrowind or seeks to enslave or genocide their kind. Like the Argonians as well.
Also Elvhen Racism and Centrism and Supremacy existed in the First Aldmeri Dominion and Ayelid Empire and Falmer Kingdoms and Dwemer societies..Bullshit that this wouldn't ever happen if Talos didn't exist. People like the Thalmor would always exist and have power given the Mer are the ones that can't compromise even their radical view of existence as a whole..That they alone are worthy of being considered for godhood and the races of Men and Beasts are the spawn of evil gods.
Also Talos was an asshole...The Empire is still the most progressive and egalitarian society on Tamriel that encourages free thought, autonomy, freedom of religion and philosophy, anti-slavery etc and Talos no matter what IS a God sorry Gods aren't inherently moral or benevolent they can be assholes and still be a God this is proven fact in Oblivion and how divinity works in the ES universe. He mantled the God of Humanity he becomes said fucking god and it's a damn good thing given no other god in existence favors Humanity's survival. Akatosh favors Elves and Dragons. Azura Dunmer and Khajiit. Sithis Argonians. Kyne favors Nature as a whole which doesn't favor any humans except Skall. The other races were already protected Humans were the ones left abandoned and discarded...So they appointed their fucking own. Don't like their pick? To fucking bad they're the ones that were constantly attacked and enslaved over and over by the other races so when they finally got the chance to even the playing field they took it and shouldn't feel a moment of regret. Can't condemn Humans for the crime of mass murder when you don't condemn the Elves crimes of mass murder and mass enslavement and the arrogance to see themselves as chosen ones with divine right to rule over others. Nope want to rule...Win it with Might, Smarts, Will and the Moral Responsibility to improve the world not try to revert it back to the old ways.
@@flamesofchaos13
Perhaps Morrowind would function best as Hammerfell does now, an independent Province. Empire technically dragged them into the fold too, with all the war and whatnot the Tribunal dealt with until finally speaking to Tiber Septum to end the bloodshed.
Nerevarine in Morrowind, Dovahkiin in Skyrim, and the Redguards in Hammerfell... Empire is losing its grip more and more, ain't it? Skyrim is still up for debate, but at this point, Thalmor will end up getting more and more land to either seceded or war against the Empire until they themselves are ready.
I was watching a Nier video just now, and you come with Grandma in the destruction version of the song
Now I can’t stop to think about Kainé
I got a ps3 now
Whoa buddy you ready to finally play little big planet 2 with me
@@ladyofscrolls4598 fuck yeah
Wholesome 🙏
With Magic being so broken in the Elder Scrolls, it makes sense Elves took over
Hi. I just wanted to say I really love your vids!
James McCarthy the Honorable Lady is quite talented, I must say.
She's the courier with information about skyrim
All of the artwork in these videos is amazing.
"The First Aldmeri Dominion was also referred to the 'brainchild' of Queen Ayrenn. Before she was Queen however, she roamed much of Tamriel as an adventurer,..." Then she took an arrow in the knee.............................
I just can't help it after hearing "adventurer"
Oh God your sweet voice and perfect narration glued me to your channel
Gods...was just playing ESO for Aldmeri Dominion. Great video as always!
So Queen Ayrenn Arana Aldmeri was a caring person at heart? She only wanted to end the problems that men were causing, because they weren't as skilled in ruling and diplomacy. Wow, I never thought that an Altmer could have a good heart. Queen Ayrenn Arana Aldmeri, I salute you mi'lady!
Another great video to watch while I'm working. Keep it up 👍 you became the best elder scrolls channel so fast.
I have more respect for creative vision for you than Bethesda right now you've reminding how much I dig the lore
Literally listening to this entire playlist whilst homeworking but farming Heartwood for 8 hours a day xD
Greatly enjoy these videos. Hope you are still doing content.
Loved the video, great job Lady...
Campfire storytelling
AMBIENCE
keep up the great work.
P.S. Lady of Scrolls. Is the a Dark brotherhood story?
YESSS THE ELDER SCROLLS GODDESS HAS ARRIVED 😍😍😍✌️
ESO Dominion first Marine and eye of the queen, and proud!
I could listen to this girl's voice all day and night.
literally though its so relaxing. She hasn't posted in 2 years though, so looks like no more content :(
Video correction at 4:30. Implies it is an image of the Mane, but is instead Lord Gharesh-ri. I love your videos and only mention because of how you were specific with the other leaders. I understand why you may have chosen to speak generally here, but I do not believe it would be inappropriate to mention Mane Akkhuz-ri. We don't know how the war ended, nor do we know of the changes to leadership that could have occurred during the time of the 1st Dominion.
Love the Altmers... For the Dominion!!! 🧙♂️
TAMRIEL BELONGS TO THE ALTMER!!
When your commission gets used 20:30
My Dragonborn
Wow, you drew that? A Bosmer Dragonborn? That's badass 😎
@@thalmoragent9344 I didn't draw it, no. I had it commissioned :) The picture after the Bosmer. The Breton and the Altmer! Highly recommend her if you ever want commissions!
I guess it's up to me to stop the Thalmor
Outcast dares talk to us?
Aloy despite the Nora and it doesn't matter if you side with the Empire or Stormcloaks, leaving the civil war unresolved is exactly what the Thalmor want
Never fear, dear friend, for you have the Altmer Agriffith, and Thalmor hater, at your side! Let us eradicate the Thalmor together, DOWN WITH THE THALMOR!
It's interesting to note the Aldmeri Dominion employs an "Eagle Banner" as their motif when actually, that was the symbol of the Imperial's real-life analogue, The Roman Empire. I wonder if it was intentional?
Scarlett I think that more of a reference to the Nazi party but in universe I would imagine the eagle is supposed to represent Auri-El the elven representation of akatosh where he is more associated with Eagles then dragons Some statues even depicting him as having eagle wings or having an eagle above his head.
This makes me hope for TESVI set in Vallenwood.
The moment you realize the imperial city takes the shape of the wheel from a birds eye view.
And then the tower if you look at it from the ground.
Meaning the elves. Likely know the godheads design is uhh...
Coincedence?
Will you do a video on the Ebonheart Pact and the Daggerfall Covenant? If so, where does your loyalties lay?
Yes a video on my favorite race! I've been waiting for something like this. Thank you!
Tunnel Sn4kes same
Tunnel Sn4kes I mean dominion isn’t a race but the races in it are pretty cool
Lady of scrolls, really great content!
Actually, the thalmer could have used ancient dawn era magic to control the moons. If they got the knowledge from hermaeous mora. Just a thought, i’m not stating a fact.
The Elves are a superior race, it is only right that they should rule!
Long live the Aldmeri Dominion!
How many Altmer still have the memory of Tiber Septim attacking though? Elves have about 2-3x the lifespans of humans, only some of the magically inclined (like the Telvanni) can extent their lifespans. By the time of Skyrim, most of the living Altmer should be their grandkids and great grandkids.
I’ve heard from some people that elenwen (thalmor ambassador in Skyrim) was apart of the second Aldmari Dominion before Tiber Septim came into power and conquered it. But I don’t know if that is true though
Elves can live for thousands of years, take that dwemer from Morrowind or the snow elf from Skyrim's dawnguard DLC, those 2 likely were living since the 1st era.
High elves can easily reach about 500 years, with magic more. The third empire Last about 433 Years, 200 Years Later Skyrim take Place aso about 600 years. At least most altmer parents give their view about tiber septim to their childs, but many mer could still be alive when tiber lived.
Lovely asmr for me to fall asleep to
I love your videos so much! I wish I could do more than just comment and like!
Great video!
Honestly, the Elves have a point about men. The Empires of Man have continually caused distasters and destruction, abuse and dominion.
It's a superiority complex. The elves have no point. All mortals are capable of great good or great evil.
"The only good knife-ear is a dead knife-ear"
-Pelinal, probably
Great video. The recent Dominion is incredibly annoying.
*Cyrodil explodes due to political manipulation and begins one of the first plane melds led by Molag Bal*
Ayreen: This is appalling! It should be OUR brand of aristocratic political manipulation that causes a plane meld! (completely missing the fact that the literal cause of this was Mannimarco who is a high elven former psijic order member)
A mighty civilisation for sure, glory to the dominion!
All hail the Dominion!