Can you end the civil war peacefully in Skyrim?

No. There is no way you can complete the war part of the game without taking a side. There is no such option in-game. The war part between the factions must be completed taking one of the sides and doing the missions.

Can you negotiate peace in Skyrim?

We are gathered here at the Dragonborn’s request. I ask that you all respect the spirit of High Hrothgar, and do your best to begin the process of achieving a lasting peace in Skyrim. Who would like to open the negotiations?” Ulfric Stormcloak: “Yes, let’s get down to it.

How do you trigger a truce in Skyrim?

Quick Walkthrough[edit]

  1. Convince all parties to attend a truce negotiation. Talk to Arngeir to get the Greybeards to host the negotiations at High Hrothgar.
  2. Return to High Hrothgar for the negotiations.
  3. Take your seat at the negotiating table.
  4. Negotiate the treaty. Make a series of decisions about the terms of the truce.

What happens if you stay neutral in Skyrim?

Neutrality isn’t an option; the player will have to make a decision on whether the Imperials or Stormcloaks rule Skyrim if they wish to engage in the questline, meaning that players who don’t agree with either side will find themselves putting the kingdom’s future in the hands of the lesser of two evils.

Can you remain neutral in Skyrim?

Yes, it is possible. The main quest is not completely independent of the war, but it does not require your character to take any action to support or oppose either side in it. You won’t need any advice or hints as to how to avoid taking a side; the game will tell you what you need to know when you get there.

Is Winterhold a fair trade?

Exchanging it for a small hold like Winterhold is clearly not fair. Riften seems like a more fair trade to him, easily resupplied, across from the river. You can say he asked for your opinion so you gave it to him, or you can try and PERSUADE him that there are advantages to be gained by holding Winterhold.

Can you end the war in Skyrim without choosing a side?

Players Must Choose A Side To Complete Skyrim’s Civil War The truce is only temporary, and the fighting picks back up as soon as Alduin is defeated. The war won’t resolve itself without player involvement, either.

What happens if I give Riften to the Imperials?

Phase 3: You must give up either Riften or Dawnstar to the Imperials. Giving up Riften pleases the Imperials, giving up Dawnstar pleases the Stormcloaks. Phase 4: Imperials want compensation for a battle at Karthwasten. Giving it to them pleases the Imperials, denying it pleases the Stormcloaks.

Can you ignore the civil war Skyrim?

Luckily, players who wish to ignore Skyrim’s Civil War without choosing the Stormcloaks or Imperials can do so without affecting the main story. Outside of the truce negotiated in “Season Unending”, the actual state of the war has no bearing on the Dragonborn’s quest to defeat Alduin.