» Fri Mar 04, 2011 12:28 am
I think there was probably ceaseless turmoil interrupted by short bouts of peace and stability. That's how Tamriel always is.
Depending on how the Lord of Souls novel resolves itself (we'll find out this September!), the Mede Dynasty may or may not still rule Cyrodill. If they do, they should expect resistance from the other provinces including High Rock and Summerset. I'd expect long, drawn out wars and rebellions as the Empire attempts to rebuild itself. But without a Dragonborn on the throne and without a powerful weapon like Numidium, the future for the Empire seems uncertain, which is probably why it's stated to be crumbling during the events of Skyrim.