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Cyrodiil or Cyrod, also known as the Imperial Province, is the capital province of the Empire and is located in the center of Tamriel, as well as being the homeland of a human race called Imperials.

Cyrodiil is divided into several regions:

Nibenay Valley: The Nibenay Valley is the name given to the central lowlands along the Niben River south of the Imperial City. The valley is a fairly small region, occupying a strip on both sides of the Niben, but enclosed by the Nibenay Basin, the Great Forest, and the Heartlands.

The Great Forest: A vast wooded area located west of the Imperial City.

Colombian Highlands: A mountainous, forested region in western Cyrodiil. The city of Chorrol is located in this region.

Western Forest: Located in the west, this is a lightly forested area of southern Cyrodiil, well known for its vineyards and tomato farms. The city of Skingrad is located here.

Gold Coast: The western coastline of Cyrodiil. Aside from the occasional farmland, the region's main feature is the city of Anvil, a major port city.

Jerall Mountains: A mountain range located north of Cyrodiil, bordering Skyrim. The city of Bruma is located there.

Valus Mountains: A rugged area in eastern Cyrodiil forms the natural border with Morrowind. The city of Cheydinhal is located here.

Blackwood: A swamp in southern Cyrodiil east of Leyawiin. It lies along the border with Black Marsh.

Anvil: The most important port city in Cyrodiil, located on the "Gold Coast" and the capital of Anvil County, the city is divided into the hinterland and the port. It is a fairly important city for the Thieves' Guild. What makes Anvil beautiful is its seemingly abandoned series of houses and their buildings.

□Kvatch: Kvatch is located between Anvil and Chorrol. It was destroyed during the Oblivion Crisis, and its status in the Fourth Era is unknown.

¤Chorrol The city is located in the Great Forest. Most of Chorrol has a strong economy, except for a few residents, whose economy is weak.

°Skingrad: It's located in the Western Forest. The inhabitants of Skingrad are generally upper-class. This city borders Elsweyr.

■Mist: The northernmost city of Cyrodiil, in the Jerall Mountains. It is a very cold city, which to those unfamiliar with it can be terrifying. Bruma is a fairly pleasant city, its economy divided into high, middle, and low. The commercial sites are usually located in the center. The architecture of the buildings has clear Nordic influences. It was destroyed in the Second Era by a Daedra attack, as a Dark Anchor stood right in its center. Later, in the Third Era, it was also attacked by the Daedra hordes of Mehrunes Dagon, but a combined force from all over Cyrodiil repelled the attack.

◇Imperial City: Capital of the Empire, and therefore of Tamriel, it is the seat of the Council and the Emperor's residence. It is an island in Lake Rumare. It is the largest city in Cyrodiil, and perhaps in Tamriel. The White and Gold Tower is the imperial palace. The city is divided into nine districts, each divided by a wall; the palace street has access to all districts.

♤Cheydinhal: The city in eastern Cyrodiil is mostly inhabited by Dunmer. Most of its population is middle and lower class. For a time, it was the headquarters of the Dark Brotherhood of Cyrodiil. The fastest horses in Cyrodiil are found here.

♧Bravil: A dirty and ugly city in southern Cyrodiil. Most of Bravil has a weak economy. Because it's adjacent to Black Marsh, Bravil typically has a rainy, very humid climate. As many of its inhabitants say, "The only beautiful part of Bravil is the castle gardens and the castle."

♧Leyawiin: The southernmost city in Cyrodiil. Its population is predominantly Khajiit and Argonians. It has an even wetter and rainier climate than Bravil's. Leyawiin's majority population is middle class, with some upper class, and a few lower class.

Imperial Legion: The Imperial Legion is the supreme military power of the Tamriel Empire. No armed organization in the world can stand against it in combat. It is composed primarily of Imperial soldiers, Redguards, and Nords; with some orcs and dark elves also included. The modern Imperial Legion emerged during the reign of Tiber Septim, who used it to conquer all of Tamriel. This army became the most powerful in all of Nirn for over 400 years after Tiber Septim's death. It is the Empire's primary military force, but many cities have local guards. In the Imperial City, this army is tasked with protecting the city and is called the Imperial Guard. The Legion fought in numerous battles during the Third Era, such as the War of the Red Diamond. Its headquarters are located in the Prison District of the Imperial City. Their numbers and strength have been reduced since the Oblivion Crisis, which has led to several assaults on Tamriel in general and Cyrodiil more specifically.

Territory: Cyrodiil, Skyrim, High Rock, Morrowind

Status: Weakened

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Aldmeri Dominion: The Aldmeri Dominion is a state ruled by the Thalmor (mostly high elves) in Tamriel. Throughout history, three Aldmeri Dominions have existed at different times. Its capital has been Alinor on the last two occasions, and Eldenroot on the first occasion. It is a rich and powerful territory created by the high elves in 22 of the Fourth Era, more specifically by a group of radical Altmer who also call themselves Thalmor, like their ancestors. It comprises the same regions as the First Aldmeri Dominion (Summerset Isle, Valenwood, and Elsweyr), but this time, it also holds territories in Cyrodiil and Hammerfell. The capital is located in the west of Summerset Isle, in the city of Alinor.

Territory: Valenwood, Elswyr, Summerset Isle

Status: In recovery

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Blades: The Blades were the direct successor to the Akaviri Dragonguard of Reman Cyrodiil, the legendary dragon hunters who slew many dragons during their invasion of Cyrodiil in the First Age.

Later, they became an elite shock force regiment, utilized to perfection during the Battle of Sancre Tor . Following the death of Cuhlecain , Tiber Septim became Emperor and the Blades became his bodyguards, serving the Emperors of Tamriel until the Fourth Age . The Blades fought in several wars throughout history, most notably the Oblivion Crisis . They had secret branches throughout Tamriel, gathering intelligence on the Emperor's enemies. Fiercely loyal to the Emperor, the Elder Council had no power over them. The Blades also publicly served as the Emperor's bodyguards.

Status: Dissolved and no remnants

Penitus Oculatus: Following the Oblivion Crisis, the Blades stopped working directly with the Empire, as they were no longer an arm of the Imperial Government. As such, the Penitus Oculatus was founded to replace the Blades' duties.

In the year 28 of the Fourth Era, the Penitus Oculatus was tasked with dealing with Julius Primus, the self-proclaimed new King of Worms, a master of stealth and a nuisance to the Empire. The Penitus Oculatus killed him and hid his body in a hidden enclave beneath the Ministry.

Status: Active

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Knights of the Nine: The Knights of the Nine are a military and religious order of the Nine Divines. The leader of this order is the Crusader of the Gods. Their base is in the Priory of the Nine, in Cyrodiil. These warriors fight against every evil that plagues Nirn. They dedicate their lives entirely to the worship of the Divines, not only as priests but also as their most loyal and deadly warriors.

Status: Disbanded but with remnants in Cyrodiil

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Thieves Guild: This is an organization whose exact creation date is unknown, but it is known that it was created with the aim of connecting thieves, robbers, and other people related to theft. The guild has always operated in the shadows; in fact, the Imperial Legion completely denies its existence, especially after arresting its leader around 300 years ago. Today, the guild continues to work in the shadows, and its branches reach every city in Cyrodiil.

Status: Active

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Mages Guild: The Mages Guild was created in the Second Era as a way to bring magic to the lower classes of Tamriel, in contrast to the Psijic Order of Arteum Isle, who had a more elitist perception of the arcane. The founding of the guild dates back to Vano Galerion, a student of the Psijic Order who practiced spells and enchantments outside a city on Summerset Isle, something that was considered unacceptable at the time. In addition, he taught spells, created potions, and enchanted items to anyone willing to pay a sum of gold for it. This news reached the ears of the then-King Rilis XII, who ultimately approved the official formation of the Mages' Guild. Currently, the Cyrodiil guild is in turmoil over the ban on necromancy, a measure taken by Archmage Traven, which has led to the departure and expulsion of many members who practiced this school.

Status: Active

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Fighters Guild: The Fighters' Guild, also known as the Warriors' Guild, is a faction formed by trained warriors and mercenaries hired by citizens to perform various tasks such as eliminating creatures and pests, delivering goods along dangerous routes, or harvesting beasts for the arenas, among others. The guild is a professional organization authorized by the Empire and included in the Guild Law.

Status: Active

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Iron: Iron is a dull, dark metal, and one of the most abundant in Tamriel. It is relatively soft and malleable, but also cheap to obtain due to the low quality of the armor, swords, and tools (such as cooking utensils) that can be forged. For these reasons, it is the most common type of metal in armor crafting. More durable and combat-worthy armor can be produced by alloying it with other metals, particularly the metallic corundum. When the ratio of iron to corundum is close to 1:1, it is referred to as steel, an exceptional alloy whose durability increases the more precise the ratio.

Corundum: Corundum is not a metal proper, but rather a mineral composed of several other metals that retains certain metallic properties. Its chemical composition is similar to that of corundum, a gem, only strengthened through natural alteration magic. Due to magic's tendency to metallize corundum, specimens of crystalline gems such as ruby and sapphire are quite rare in nature. Although uncommon, corundum can be found in all regions of Tamriel. Corundum gets its name from the Cyrodilic word "conundrum," meaning "puzzle," as it is commonly alloyed with iron for use in strengthened locks and lockpicks.

Steel: Steel is a silvery-white metallic alloy resulting from the fusion of similar amounts of iron and corundum. The more uniform the amounts, the stronger the resulting steel. Steelmaking is only possible thanks to the magical properties of its constituent metals. It is not found in nature, and the secret to forging steel armor and swords has been known to humanity since the Merish Era. For this reason, it is considered the human counterpart to traditional Merish armor.

Moonstone: Moonstone is a chalky-white mineral, a type of malleable feldspar in its most magically stable form. On its own, it has primarily ornamental value. It is the primary component in the making of traditional Merish armor and weapons. To craft this equipment, moonstone is smelted with iron, though more modern versions are crafted using varying amounts of mercury for added lightness. Moonstone appeals to the Mer for its natural magical reserves and its ability to craft lightweight armor.

Quicksilver: Mercury is a lustrous, silvery-white metal with an extraordinarily low melting point. It's barely solid at standard temperature and pressure due to the way magic flows through it. It's not commonly known that it can be alloyed with moonstone and iron to craft lighter Merish armor and weapons.

Malachite: Malachite, commonly known as glass, is a rare, milky-green, translucent, volcanic crystalline mineral. It is most abundant in Vvardenfell and Morrowind. Not only is it aesthetically pleasing, but it also allows for the crafting of armor and swords of virtually unmatched lightness and sharpness. In the Fourth Era, the Aldmeri Dominion gained access to malachite armor and swords, and has only recently begun to use such equipment among its finest troops.

Dwemer metal Little is known about the Dwemer's favored metal alloy, as the secret of making it was lost with their disappearance following the Battle of Red Mountain in the First Era. It is not of unparalleled quality, but it remains highly sought after by both blacksmiths and curiosity collectors, as samples can only be obtained by excavating the dangerous ruins left behind by the Dwemer. It is easily confused with bronze, but a perceptive metallurgist can discern the difference in the Dwemer metal's greater strength and malleability, if not in its luster.

Mithril: Mithril is a rare and enigmatic metallic alloy of extraordinary strength found naturally in western Cyrodiil and High Rock. Thousands of years of use and metallurgical analysis have revealed nothing of its composition. It can be molded into a fine hauberk, no thicker than a light tunic, yet still deflect blows from most bladed and blunt weapons with ease.

Adamantium: Adamantium is a rare, lustrous, grey metal used to craft strong and powerful weapons and armor. Their armor possesses a high enchantment potential, and their weapons can damage magical creatures resistant to normal weapons. Due to its magical qualities, it has been speculated that adamantium is a naturally occurring metal or metal alloy only stable in nature thanks to magic. Alternatively, it could simply be a rare metal capable of channeling magical energy from within the Mundus. Based on what has been seen of Aedric artifacts, such as the remains of Adamantia, it is possible that Adamantium was their chosen metal.

Ebony: Ebony is a naturally occurring, magically infused obsidian glass, malleable enough to craft armor and weapons. It is one of the toughest metals known to mortal races and one of the most prized substances in all the Empire. The life essence of a Daedra can be bonded with ebony to create highly magically modified Daedric weapons and armor that deal bonus damage. Dremora often wield these weapons, held by opponents they defeated in battle. Since Daedra are immortal and therefore cannot be killed conventionally, this is one of the few ways to prevent a Daedra from respawning. Dremora are the easiest to craft into Daedric weapons, as any mortal smith can bond a Daedric's life essence, the heart, to ebony under any lunar event.

Imperials: The Imperials originate from the Imperial province of Cyrodiil, actually an evolution of the ancient Nedic human race. Their civilization has conquered all of Tamriel, making the Empire the paradigm of civilization and good organization in the series. They are noted for their civility and politeness, and their ability to raise money. They are characters who are good at everything, from warriors to mages to thieves.

Nordics: The Nords are the first humans to arrive in Tamriel. They arrived from their native continent, Atmora. After arriving, they managed to conquer a portion of Tamriel, settling in the northern part of the continent after driving out the former inhabitants of this area, the snow elves. They typically use two-handed weapons and light armor, making them good offensive warriors. They generally despise magic, although in their homeland, Skyrim, there is still a place where they can study it, the College of Winterhold.

Bretons: The Bretons are human descendants of the intermixture of the ancient Nedic people with the Mer people who lived in what is now High Rock. Because of this, they also have a strong affinity for magic, with humans being the most adept at it, and excelling especially in the school of Conjuration. Their province, High Rock, has always been divided into smaller kingdoms and has therefore almost always been mired in conflict between them.

Red Guards: The Redguards are a race of humans originally native to the continent of Yokuda. After escaping the destruction of their homeland, they fled to what is now Hammerfell, making their home. They are the race most attuned to armed combat, noted for their speed and agility.

Altmer: The Altmer, or high elves, are one of the mer (or elven) peoples. They are characterized by their affinity for the arcane arts and magic, and by their arrogance and supposed superiority toward other races. They believe themselves closest to the aedra, feeling banished by them from their world and forced to live in the mortal world, or Nirn. Their home is Summerset Isle.

Bosmer: The Bosmer, or wood elves, are a race of elves that emerged as a result of the interbreeding of mer with humans. They live in Valenwood, a tropical jungle region with large trees and wildlife. They are excellent bow users and very good at stealth, making them well-suited to thieves or any other profession that requires discretion.

Dunmer: The Dunmer, or dark elves, are native to Morrowind, formerly known as Resdayn. Their lives are shaped by Red Mountain, the largest volcano in all of Tamriel, which is located within their territory. This has made them attuned to fire, which doesn't harm them as much as other races, and well-versed in the magical school of Destruction.

Orsimer: The Orsimer, commonly known as Orcs, are a people of Elven origin, who changed into what they are now after the defeat of their god, Trinimac, at the hands of the Daedric prince Boethiah.

Argonians: The Argonians are a reptilian race native to Black Marsh (also called Argonia by the native inhabitants). They are part of the so-called beastmen race. They are among the most agile and, thanks to their amphibious abilities, can breathe underwater. In their homeland, they organize themselves in a tribal fashion and employ guerrilla warfare to confront their enemies, making use of the swamps of Black Marsh to their advantage. Despite this, they have always been used as slaves by the dark elves, who consider them inferior and therefore entitled to do so.

Khajiits: The Khajiit are the other race of beastmen, along with the Argonians. They are a race of humanoids with feline features. This makes them stealthy and prone to thievery, as well as good hand-to-hand fighters thanks to their claws. Because of this, they have a reputation as thieves among other races, who generally distrust them. Their civilization is quite unique in Tamriel, as they are the only ones who worship the two moons of Nirn, Masser and Secunda, and are heavy users of a substance that for other races is a highly addictive drug, moon sugar, and its refined form, skooma. They are originally from Elsweyr, a place that mixes grasslands and forests.

Divine or Aedra gods Of the nine divines, eight of them are aedra, since the ninth divine (Talos) is of human origin.

Akatosh: Dragon God of Time. Mara: Goddess of love and compassion. Dibella: Goddess of beauty and love. Arkay: God of life and death. Julianos: God of wisdom and logic. Kynareth: Goddess of the wind and the elements. Stendarr: God of just judgment and mercy. Zenithar: God of work and commerce.

Greater Daedras Also called Daedra Princes:

Azura: Lady of the twilight. Boethiah: Lord/Lady of conspiracies. Clavicus Vile: Lord of desires and dirty tricks. Hermaeus Mora: Lord of destiny, memories and knowledge. Hircine: Hunter of princes and lord of beastmen. Jyggalag (Formerly): Lord of Order turned Sheogorath, who is the current lord of madness, mania and insanity. Malacath: Lord of ostracism. Mehrunes Dagon: Lord of destruction and revolution. Mephala: Lady of Whispers. Meridia: Lady of life and infinite light. Molag Bal: Lord of dominion, the enslavement of mortals and of change. Namira: Lady of rot and unpleasantness. Nocturnal: Lady of the night, darkness, and luck. Protector of thieves. Peryite: Lord of pestilence and order in the house. Sanguine: Lord of jokes and deceptions. Vaermina: Lady of dreams and nightmares.

{{user}} can receive blessings from the Aedra in their chapels and temples in addition to finding amulets from each one, which enhance their abilities.

{{user}} can obtain Daedric artifacts throughout Cyrodiil, as long as he works for a Daedric prince

-Volendrung/Scourge: Given by Malacath

-Ebony Mail/Gold Mark: Given by Boetiah

-Spell Nullifier: Given by Peryte

-Ebony Leaf: Given by Mephala

-Hircine's Ring/Savior's Skin: Given by Hircine

-Namira's Ring: Given by Namira

-Gray Quotes/Master Key: Given by Nocturnal

-Corruption Skull: Given by Vaermina

-Mehrunes' Blade: Given by Meruhnes Dagon

-Azura's Star/Black Star: Given by Azura

-Mask of Clavicus Vile: Given by Clavicus Vile

-Mace of Molag Bal

-Oghma Infinium: Given by Hermaeus Mora

-Dawnbreaker/Khajiit Ring: Given by Meridia

-Wabbajack: Given by Sheogorath

{{user}} can obtain these artifacts as long as he is an adalith of some daedric prince