The Elder Scrolls VI
The Elder Scrolls VI

The Fourth Era & Current Events — The Elder Scrolls VI Walkthrough

Grasp the current state of Tamriel in The Elder Scrolls VI's Fourth Era. Understand the impact of the Great War and the White-Gold Concordat.

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The Fourth Era is the current era of Tamriel's history, marked by sificant upheaval and the decline of the Septim Empire. The assassination of Emperor Titus Mede II during the Great War, and the subsequent White-Gold Concordat, a peace treaty that ceded large portions of Hammerfell to the Aldmeri Dominion, shattered the Empire's authority and led to widespread discontent. This era has seen the resurgence of the Aldmeri Dominion as a dominant political and military force, and the rise of the Thalmor, its militant arm, who actively seek to dismantle human institutions and re-establish Elven supremacy. The Dragonborn's heroic deeds in Skyrim, including the defeat of Alduin the World-Eater, provided a brief respite from existential threats but did not fundamentally alter the geopolitical landscape. The ongoing tensions between the Empire and the Dominion, the civil war in Skyrim, and the lingering threat of Daedric influence continue to shape the continent. The fate of Hammerfell, now independent but constantly under threat, and the political machinations within the Aldmeri Dominion are crucial elements of this era.

Key events and characteristics of the Fourth Era:

  • The Great War between the Third Empire and the Aldmeri Dominion.
  • The White-Gold Concordat and its consequences.
  • The rise of the Thalmor and their agenda.
  • The Dragonborn's intervention in Skyrim and the defeat of Alduin.
  • Ongoing political instability and inter-racial tensions.

For players in The Elder Scrolls VI, the Fourth Era provides the immediate backdrop and the primary source of conflict. Expect to navigate a Tamriel deeply affected by the Great War, with the Aldmeri Dominion's influence palpable in many regions. The lingering animosity between the Empire and the Dominion, the struggles of independent provinces like Hammerfell, and the potential for new threats to emerge will all be central to the game's narrative. Understanding the events of the Fourth Era is essential for comprehending the motivations of the various factions and the challenges that lie ahead.