Since the war has come so far already, it is only appropriate to choose a side. Because I already have an idea of which side I am going to choose, I decided to go to the town that I didn't know much about: Solitude. As I entered the town, I felt very flustered by the amount of worried people. They were afraid that Ulfric was going attack although I don't see that happening any time soon. As I listened to the "Age of Aggression", I was completely taken off guard. It was such a beautiful melody with a very intriguing instrumental aspect although the lyrics were demeaning. So violent and almost vulnerable. The reason for war shouldn't be about violence. It should be about the passion to stand up for your country. Although because I was in the town of imperials, I kind of expected this exact attitude towards war. They are terrified for change.
The Stormcloaks on the other hand had a very different approach with their song. The song, "Age of Oppression" was inspiring. The lyrics show so much courage to fight for what they believe in and I admire that very much. If Skyrim isn't functioning correctly at its current state, then I see no other option than to change. For this reason, I furthered my journey to find Ulfric and hopefully be recruited to the Stormcloaks. As I spoke to him, I noticed an utmost amount of confidence which I enjoyed. Joining the Stormcloaks was not as hard as I thought considering my character hasn't gotten into much trouble and has a good reputation.
The audience targeted would be the new members of the game for they have not chosen a side yet. Their goal is to persuade neutral people to one side or the other in order t recruit them to their army. The Stormcloaks and Imperials each have a complex claim which would be there reason for fighting. The counterclaim would be the other side. The stakes are the courage to fight and the reason for fighting. If the goal is to protect the people of Skyrim and ensure a better life for everyone, then that would be the stakes of their complex claim. The roadmap is the preparation to fight the war. How do they prepare? Is one side better than the other? Overall, I have made my choice. Change seems to be the best option. GO STORMCLOAKS!
I as well went to Solitude first and found it really dark. I find it curious how you defined the lyrics as vulnerable for the "Age of Aggression". I think vulnerability allows for change as well, but I cannot identify with this completely for I have not chosen a side yet. I personally think that the name Stormcloak sounds cooler that Imperial, so I will most likely join their side.
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