Tamriel is a continent from the fictional gaming universe of The Elder Scrolls ("The Ancient Scrolls"). It is in Tamriel that the events of all currently released games of this series take place. If you look at the map, you can see that the entire territory is divided into separate provinces. Each province has its own history, its unique geographical features and climate. This is exactly what will be discussed in this article.
General information about the mainland
The climate of Tamriel is quite diverse. The subarctic climate prevails in the northern part, and temperate in the central part, as in Cyrodiil and High Rock. As for the southern part of the mainland, it is mainly covered by the jungle and deserts.
The main peoples inhabiting Tamriel can be divided into representatives:
- Imperials.
- Redguardo.
- Nordling (Nord).
- Bretonov.
- Khajiit.
- Dunmer.
- Argonian.
- Orcs.
- Altmerov.
- Bosmer.
Some of the peoples live both on the territory of Tamriel and on the territory of the continents adjacent to it.
Skyrim Province
Skyrim is considered the native land of the northern Nordlings from Tamriel. Climate Skyrim is known for its low temperatures, heavy snowfalls and icy winds. Most of the land was affected by permafrost, the landscape is characterized by high cliffs and impassable hills. The main part of Skyrim's cities have common similarities with the Bruma settlement, which was introduced to the players in the Oblivion game.
Many Nordic houses have an interesting feature - often their floors are underground. This is done, as a rule, in order to preserve the heat indoors (the climate of Skyrim in Tamriel is not a joke).
Morrowind Province
Morrowind occupies the northeastern region of Tamriel. The borders of the province affect not only the continental part of the mainland, but also the large island located nearby (Vvardenfel). From the northeast, Morrowind is washed by the Sea of Ghosts. Currently, this section of Tamriel is occupied by the Dunmer (Dark Elves).
Hammerfel Province
Hammerfel is located in the east of the continent, next to provinces such as Skyrim, Cyrodiil and High Rock. The capital is Sentinel, and the largest city (not only in Hammerfel, but throughout the east of Tamriel) is Elinhir.
The province itself is surrounded by high mountains, and in its vicinity travelers encounter impassable rocky terrain. Most of the most important settlements are located on the coast. At the same time, many locals who do not share the idea of the Imperial Protectorate moved to the desert, away from the main civilization. Hammerfel is considered the home of the Redguards.
Black Marsh Province
The next province is located in the southeastern part of the mainland. Black Marsh is considered home to the Argonian race (hence the second popular name for the area is Argonia). In contrast to the cold northern climate of Tamriel (Skyrim), Black Marsh pleases its inhabitants with humid tropics.
The main population is Argonians living under imperial oppression. They are forbidden to take part in the management of their own state and to exert any influence on politics.
Cyrodiil Province
Cyrodiil is the center and largest province on the mainland, which gave birth to the Imperial race. Unlike the tropical climate of southeast Tamriel (Black Marsh / Argonia), a temperate climate prevails here, forests grow everywhere. The center of Cyrodiil preserves the Nybiney Valley, famous for its fertility - this is where the majority of the local population lives (almost sixty percent).
On the borders of the valley are a variety of rivers and swamps, which are part of the Argonian lands. From all sides Cyrodiil is surrounded by mountain ranges, especially high ones are found in the northern and northwestern parts.
Elsweyer Province
Situated in the south of Tamriel, this area is home to the Khajiit animal race. By the way, it is here that the main production of moon sugar is developed - a dangerous drug that is part of the scum.
Most of the locals live off the coast, where all the plantations are located. Closer to the north, the lands of Elsweyer lose their fertility, so this part of the province is successful only among nomadic tribes.
Other provinces
- Orsinium is the home of the Orc race.
- Samerset is an island with large fertile territories and forest parks. Among other things, there are numerous castles and ancient towers.
- Valenwood is the home of the Bosmer race. It is located next to the southern borders of Cyrodiil.
Climates of Tamriel: climate mod
This is one very useful modification in the game. It's no secret that many mods allow you to improve and diversify ready-made in-game material. Especially for those who want the world of Tamriel to play with brighter colors, the Climates of Tamriel mod was created. With his help, realistic weather conditions and effects, textures, sounds, and environmental interactions are set up. What are the main features of this modification? Among them are the following:
- each province will have periods of unique cloudless and cloudy weather;
- connection of the lighting system with weather conditions;
- gradual change in weather conditions;
- the main variety in the weather: sunny, windy, foggy and rainy;
- with the help of the mod "Climate of Tamriel" for "Skyrim" will be processed effects and sounds of thunder;
- the influence of climatic zones on the weather;
- unique celestial textures;
- more realistic night time;
- rains with downpours and thunderstorms.