Wow, your TES Empire series is really amazing. Im blown away by the quality, this really deserves much more views and acknowledgement. The storytelling is really great, interesting characters, and I am really amazed by all the machinima techniques you used to create this, it can be so difficult to create realistic scenes in games like Skyrim. Really looking forward to part 4!
I like what you did here with these voices. I've played elder scrolls so much I feel like I know these characters somewhat just by the sound of their voices. Why isn't there more Skyrim machinimas like this?
A great depiction of the way war is fought in the Elder Scrolls universe. Wizards are like artillery, hero units, generals, and are very rarely powerful enough to fill all three roles. But when they do, they are indispensable keys to winning entire campaigns. Most mages never reach that great height, and stick to being scholars.
Hey I'm a lore geek of the great war, when you are putting the war to videos, I gotta say, I'm impressed with how you stick quotes of existing characters together and make a dialogue. I hope you'll add when general decianus and this legion will be recalled back to the Imperial City and help titus mede II and general jonna retake the city. :)
That would be very good but the only problem is that the imperial city is on Oblivion the only way he could do that is by using the mod skyblivion or something that puts the skyrim mechanics in the oblivion game. But a very good idea!
+Cosmata Machinima dude did you Do this or did Bethesda how.I would buy the dvd if this is a movie you need way more subscribers this is amazing I don't know how you did it idk if you saw but wiseman commented on your video the one that does big battles great Machinima! Dude keep it UP!
Thanks! Thats the sailable ships mod, you get your own ship and cabin with chest and bed and everything its an amazing mod. www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/37902/?
Very cool, I'm going to have to try that. Great machinima series! The action scenes alone are great, but adding all the time-consuming dialogue is a chore, I know, but it's a treat to watch when creators like you put it all together.
Hey, Cosmata I am really enjoying your videos. I could share one mod that would add even more immersion in your videos its : Wine and Beer In Tankards by Hoamaii !
Thanks alot man! The story is very important to me so thats good to hear. I have considered making tutorials but will likely be after the first season is over. :)
each season will have 5 episodes, there will likely be 3-4 seasons. After the initial Empire series is over, we will go back to Sigmund's future and continue from the first episode in another series. :)
I suppose their class would be spell swords, they are the special forces of the thalmor, who infiltrate with mysticism and illusion more so than destruction spells.
Wow! Best part so far in my opinion. You have real talent, I am sincerely impressed! (Btw, I am in the making of a small thing myself. Is there by any chance any tips you could provide? For example; marches with so many actors - is that a mod like puppeteer master, or some really convincing editing?) Cheers, and agian, really impressive work!
Cosmata Machinima I knew it was no mere coincidence as character interactions/development and the transition scenes had that strong vibe to it. I must say that you have quite the inspiration to work off of and I can tell of your admiration for it. It shows in the quality of your work and I never knew something this well done could be made. After the second episode I had to subscribe, I am very happy I stumbled onto this series.
I'd really like to see the Empire recruiting their worst criminals to help fight the Thalmor, which may have happened due to the threat the Thalmor represented. A group just like the one Ashur created to help the Romans fight Spartacus' men in the TV show.
Not going to happen. Seriously? "Hey, let's give the worst criminals in the entire Empire some weapons and armor and tell them to fight the enemy." Stupid idea.
+The Thinker Maybe a bad idea but at least it adds an interesting dynamic to the Great War. Band of rag tag people used to fight a great enemy and not just the soldiers of the Empire if it turns out bad so be it their just criminals.
I wanted to add some variety with the ranks, also I might want to phase out the vanilla armor eventually. I like vanilla but the roman armor looks better now that I've filmed it. :)
IMHO, I'd prefer it if you kept it a mix between roman armors and Vanilla armors. Roman armor is cool, don't get me wrong, but I think Vanilla armor is just simply more lore-friendly and fits into the theme and atmosphere a bit better.
Check out the Roma Victor mod on steam workshop. It strikes a good balance between historical accuracy and lore. There's new textures as well. steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=446996042&searchtext=imperial
Frank -97 I disagree with your opinion on the sleeves and pants. This machinima doesn't take place in cold Skyrim, it takes place in the unbearably HOT Hammerfell.
Ep3. Sub. Liked and shared. I would like to support your channel more. I didnt see no donations link or any other transactions account. If you read this let me know. You have a great gift in storytelling
Thanks a bunch dude! The story is very important to me, if you wish to support the show you can find the patreon link here www.patreon.com/user?u=832792. You have a good point and I changed some of my links now to be less obscure haha thanks!
12:34 "I worry about the other settlements in the hold" Preston Garvey: *Teleports Randomly* DID SOMEONE SAY SETTLEMENTS?!?!?!? (I bet a cookie no one is gonna see this or comment on it, cause no one ever does)
I wish I could but I have to work. If you would like to see the episodes released faster plz make a 1 dollar pledge on patreon so i can start hopefully taking time off work! :)
Well we should consider that not all the High Elves are evil, it's like to say that all german people are Nazi and evil and it's not that simple consideration. The real problem is the Thalmor faction, which is a political party (always related to the Royal court of Alinor and to the Kings and Queens of Summerset Isle) they were able to gain a lot of military power and with it caused LOTS of social and political problems. But it's the same: the Great War was basically caused by the Thalmor, that's why it's only Thalmor's fault. The High Elves who served in the Dominion Army were just following orders like any good soldier would do. But their commanders were completely mad, just think about Lord Naarifin and Lady Arannelya. So we cannot accuse an entire population for the crimes of few. LONG LIVE THE EMPIRE AND TALOS!!!
This is what I will be trying to portray in this series, after all elves live a long time and most of them have probably more reason to hate other people than regular humans, they've seen alot of shit. Alot of them were probably alive during Imperial colonization so they have personal feelings about events that would otherwise be forgotten as history to most humans. I will be doing a backstory to Arranelya in possibly the next episode or the one after that to emphasize the moral views of the Thalmor and gain some kind of understanding to why they are so prejudice.
The only thing that don't make sense is how they are with the Orc cause lore wise there tend to be a lot of Orc's in the legion and have been for along time so there shouldent be nearly that much hate for them
This is a good point and one i definitely thought of, but it's more just vekel's crew specifically that harbors racist views on orcs. Also, certain events can lead to differences in opinions, and change over time and one good example is the exodus of orsinium in the early 4th era. Though this isnt covered much, one thing is clear that the legion spent lots in man power to assist the orcs in leaving the supposedly besieged orsinium. And gained very little in return, this may have had diplomatic consequences. But who knows, its really just a plot point. ;)
levitation majic is banned by the emperor thats why its gone so thalmor fkyin around is a giant no.no...thats why you cant do it in oblivion...i hate it too but its lore
Yeah summerset isle was a big mystery for years after the oblivion invasion. Very little intel came back and most agents were captured or executed. It is likely they revised their own magic laws, and also I wanted a cool flying sorcerer antagonist for the most part heh. :)
Dang did you give up on the series
Nop, just in school for afew years, thought i had the time for youtube and school but it was too much work. :( hopefully I'll have more time now.
Cosmata awesome just discovered them outstanding work hope it works out🙌 good luck
Wow, your TES Empire series is really amazing. Im blown away by the quality, this really deserves much more views and acknowledgement. The storytelling is really great, interesting characters, and I am really amazed by all the machinima techniques you used to create this, it can be so difficult to create realistic scenes in games like Skyrim.
Really looking forward to part 4!
Thanks alot man! The story is very important to me, I'm glad people dig it. :)
+Cosmata Machinima your machimas are amazing
"You take care, pal!"
"Yeah..."
"Fetcher."
what is fetcher anyway ?
I like what you did here with these voices. I've played elder scrolls so much I feel like I know these characters somewhat just by the sound of their voices. Why isn't there more Skyrim machinimas like this?
A great depiction of the way war is fought in the Elder Scrolls universe. Wizards are like artillery, hero units, generals, and are very rarely powerful enough to fill all three roles. But when they do, they are indispensable keys to winning entire campaigns. Most mages never reach that great height, and stick to being scholars.
OMG, I want more of this. THIS SO AMAZING!!!!!! PLEASE DON'T QUIT ON THIS SERIES!!!!
I promise I wont! It just takes a while to make each episode. :) The series will go on!
Hey I'm a lore geek of the great war, when you are putting the war to videos, I gotta say, I'm impressed with how you stick quotes of existing characters together and make a dialogue. I hope you'll add when general decianus and this legion will be recalled back to the Imperial City and help titus mede II and general jonna retake the city. :)
That would be very good but the only problem is that the imperial city is on Oblivion the only way he could do that is by using the mod skyblivion or something that puts the skyrim mechanics in the oblivion game. But a very good idea!
Really? You think the Imperial City not being a party of the original game is a problem? How do you think he's getting all these desert environments?
Good point but I quess he's making the enviroments himself. Making the Imperial City would be a very hard task to complete.
The CK
There's a mod that adds desert environment to Skyrim, you know...
There's also a mod that lets you travel to Hammerfell from Skyrim.
I think I've played it. But its just I don't know of any imperial City mods
7:57 Excuse me while I drink through my nose.
haha I was waiting for that comment.
+Cosmata Machinima dude did you Do this or did Bethesda how.I would buy the dvd if this is a movie you need way more subscribers this is amazing I don't know how you did it idk if you saw but wiseman commented on your video the one that does big battles great Machinima! Dude keep it UP!
Cosmata Machinima where part 4
Leonidas King Spartan I was just about to comment this lol
I'm so glad this series is continuing. I love the boat scene after the battle. I did not know that water travel was possible in Skyrim.
Thanks! Thats the sailable ships mod, you get your own ship and cabin with chest and bed and everything its an amazing mod.
www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/37902/?
Very cool, I'm going to have to try that.
Great machinima series! The action scenes alone are great, but adding all the time-consuming dialogue is a chore, I know, but it's a treat to watch when creators like you put it all together.
There was something about that female commander crawling while everyone was being butchered around that just was really tension-filled
This series is so well made, you've done an awesome job bringing this story to life
WOW. Just WOW. I have no words to describe that film. This series i better than most of TV Programes. I Rrly enjoyed it. So when is next?
Please continue to make this series it is amazing and I love watching it
Wow...The intro was Spectacular ! I'm just in awe... I feel so immersed as if I'm actually there
ha awesome, thanks dude! I loved shooting that scene.
Your videos are fucking amazing
Hey, Cosmata I am really enjoying your videos. I could share one mod that would add even more immersion in your videos its : Wine and Beer In Tankards by Hoamaii !
Your shot composition is fantastic, Andrew.
You've revealed my secret identity! hahahaha
I'm just impressed. Have yo ever thought about making tutorials ? You really know how to do a lot of things in this game.
And I really like the story.
You could check SKYRIM【Complete Machinima GUIDE】by vlifemovies
Thanks alot man! The story is very important to me so thats good to hear. I have considered making tutorials but will likely be after the first season is over. :)
How many episodes will be per season if you don't mind me asking? :]
each season will have 5 episodes, there will likely be 3-4 seasons. After the initial Empire series is over, we will go back to Sigmund's future and continue from the first episode in another series. :)
OMG I just discovered your series 3 days ago and now Episode 3 is out, awesome !
I absolutely love this series! Keep up the good work!
awesome. when comes the next out?
Not for awhile I'm afraid, but I will have more videos coming out soon between episodes so stay tuned! :)
I couldn't tell if the guys dual-wielding were spellswords, if not please tell me.
I suppose their class would be spell swords, they are the special forces of the thalmor, who infiltrate with mysticism and illusion more so than destruction spells.
+Cosmata Machinima
Are the dual-wielding guys lore friendly? If so, that's badass.
I thought after seeing this you would have 500k subs...... Keep up the good work man your the only one that does skyrim Machinima
next projekt - games of thrones in skyrim ^^
Can't wait for the next episode
This is the best Machinima I have seen
These battles are so well made
Hey how do you get the dialogue voice files? I can't get them
l love how you use dialogues from Oblivion!
Awesome!!!! I'm really enjoying ur work! Will u be doing more??? Cos I really love ur vids! XD
Finally it came
You really make good work
8:28 just how the guy said "hes really high" made me laugh
Probably my favorite line to write in this series. hahaha
This needs to go to the box office😎nice work I love these
Wow! Best part so far in my opinion. You have real talent, I am sincerely impressed!
(Btw, I am in the making of a small thing myself. Is there by any chance any tips you could provide? For example; marches with so many actors - is that a mod like puppeteer master, or some really convincing editing?)
Cheers, and agian, really impressive work!
You could check SKYRIM【Complete Machinima GUIDE】by vlifemovies
Hey, this looks promising! Thanks lots man :)
l just happen to come across Empire. Cosmata, it's impressive. I'm on board man.
Simply excellent!
Great job +1 sub and will u start using the remastered skyrim for these when it comes out ?
Amazing! Good work!
Man I love this
you are a artist...well done
FINALY,now when is the next one
Are you going to make more?
Absolutely love this. When's the next one? I need episode 4 like a khajiit needs skooma.
Some what reminds me of Berserk.
Your the first person to realize this, I definitely took alot of the main story concept from the berserk arc, with the future to past progression.
Cosmata Machinima I knew it was no mere coincidence as character interactions/development and the transition scenes had that strong vibe to it. I must say that you have quite the inspiration to work off of and I can tell of your admiration for it. It shows in the quality of your work and I never knew something this well done could be made. After the second episode I had to subscribe, I am very happy I stumbled onto this series.
You mister, deserve more views and subs !
1 wow 2 elven assholes and 3 you did a really good job with this
This looks cool! Keep it up! :]
I love the Elder Scrolls: Arena music at 5:00
omg this is sooo epic really wonderful made.
I'd really like to see the Empire recruiting their worst criminals to help fight the Thalmor, which may have happened due to the threat the Thalmor represented. A group just like the one Ashur created to help the Romans fight Spartacus' men in the TV show.
Sounds like suicide squad reference ;)
+kurt gomez Yeah I guess it does and I just saw the movie.
Not going to happen. Seriously? "Hey, let's give the worst criminals in the entire Empire some weapons and armor and tell them to fight the enemy."
Stupid idea.
+The Thinker Maybe a bad idea but at least it adds an interesting dynamic to the Great War. Band of rag tag people used to fight a great enemy and not just the soldiers of the Empire if it turns out bad so be it their just criminals.
Orell 481 like suicide squad
im sure those who provoke the orc must be a stromcloak right now
hahaha so true!
Support shown
that was brillant!
Does hammerfell has forests?
PERFECT!!!
amazing work really good stuff! one question why not use all of the Roman armor instead of half and half?
I wanted to add some variety with the ranks, also I might want to phase out the vanilla armor eventually. I like vanilla but the roman armor looks better now that I've filmed it. :)
IMHO, I'd prefer it if you kept it a mix between roman armors and Vanilla armors. Roman armor is cool, don't get me wrong, but I think Vanilla armor is just simply more lore-friendly and fits into the theme and atmosphere a bit better.
Check out the Roma Victor mod on steam workshop. It strikes a good balance between historical accuracy and lore. There's new textures as well.
steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=446996042&searchtext=imperial
+The Thinker I prefer vanilla but with some sleeves (at least pants). And i would install "Better Shaped Weapons" for of course better weapons meshes.
Frank -97
I disagree with your opinion on the sleeves and pants. This machinima doesn't take place in cold Skyrim, it takes place in the unbearably HOT Hammerfell.
when is episode 4 coming out?
Awesome
What does your character think of the white-gold concordat
I wonder, which side did you choose in the civil war?
zeruwunfyfe stormcloaks cause of a harsh incounter between a thalmor ambassador
When comes the next?
When do u think u will release the next episode
I am waiting to upgrade my computer for remastered so empire filming hasnt happened yet but I have all the dialogue complete!
Ep3. Sub. Liked and shared. I would like to support your channel more. I didnt see no donations link or any other transactions account. If you read this let me know. You have a great gift in storytelling
My bad. I didnt see it in your channel info. But its in the description.
Thx
Thanks a bunch dude! The story is very important to me, if you wish to support the show you can find the patreon link here www.patreon.com/user?u=832792. You have a good point and I changed some of my links now to be less obscure haha thanks!
12:34
"I worry about the other settlements in the hold"
Preston Garvey: *Teleports Randomly* DID SOMEONE SAY SETTLEMENTS?!?!?!?
(I bet a cookie no one is gonna see this or comment on it, cause no one ever does)
"Lemme mark it on your map"
good video guy
pls upload more often
I wish I could but I have to work. If you would like to see the episodes released faster plz make a 1 dollar pledge on patreon so i can start hopefully taking time off work! :)
god you know im a big imperial empire fan but MAN do i hate the high elfs
Well we should consider that not all the High Elves are evil, it's like to say that all german people are Nazi and evil and it's not that simple consideration. The real problem is the Thalmor faction, which is a political party (always related to the Royal court of Alinor and to the Kings and Queens of Summerset Isle) they were able to gain a lot of military power and with it caused LOTS of social and political problems. But it's the same: the Great War was basically caused by the Thalmor, that's why it's only Thalmor's fault. The High Elves who served in the Dominion Army were just following orders like any good soldier would do. But their commanders were completely mad, just think about Lord Naarifin and Lady Arannelya. So we cannot accuse an entire population for the crimes of few.
LONG LIVE THE EMPIRE AND TALOS!!!
This is what I will be trying to portray in this series, after all elves live a long time and most of them have probably more reason to hate other people than regular humans, they've seen alot of shit. Alot of them were probably alive during Imperial colonization so they have personal feelings about events that would otherwise be forgotten as history to most humans. I will be doing a backstory to Arranelya in possibly the next episode or the one after that to emphasize the moral views of the Thalmor and gain some kind of understanding to why they are so prejudice.
Cosmata Machinima either way high elfs are assholes XD LONF LIVE THE EMPIRE!!!
btw this Video is awesome
It's been awhile
How many times you got CTD while making this vid I wonder? Good job btw
hahaha tooooo many times! My skyrim file is permanently screwed from making this series I cant even play it anymore haha.
This is still so awesome!!!! haha
thanks alot man, I'm stoked people are still commenting on these videos. I want to get back to finishing them now that I'm done school.
@@CosmataMachinima aye we take what we can get. If anything I'll be rewatching these for years
Love it
The only thing that don't make sense is how they are with the Orc cause lore wise there tend to be a lot of Orc's in the legion and have been for along time so there shouldent be nearly that much hate for them
This is a good point and one i definitely thought of, but it's more just vekel's crew specifically that harbors racist views on orcs. Also, certain events can lead to differences in opinions, and change over time and one good example is the exodus of orsinium in the early 4th era. Though this isnt covered much, one thing is clear that the legion spent lots in man power to assist the orcs in leaving the supposedly besieged orsinium. And gained very little in return, this may have had diplomatic consequences. But who knows, its really just a plot point. ;)
pls other video
What about part 4
part 4 is on the way promise! I've been going pretty slow on this one but its gonna be killer. Looking at a fall release.
Where is part 4?
still picking away at it im afraid, i'm getting slower in production it seams due to life, but im hoping for an end of the year release. :)
Who is subscribed to cosmata on face book
Make another video
Mooooreee!
levitation majic is banned by the emperor thats why its gone so thalmor fkyin around is a giant no.no...thats why you cant do it in oblivion...i hate it too but its lore
What makes you think the Thalmor care about the laws of the Empire?
Yeah summerset isle was a big mystery for years after the oblivion invasion. Very little intel came back and most agents were captured or executed. It is likely they revised their own magic laws, and also I wanted a cool flying sorcerer antagonist for the most part heh. :)