[IMG]http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120612235910/elderscrolls/es/images/0/0a/Asd.png[/IMG] [b]Balgruuf the Greater Jarl of Whiterun[/B] Skills: A novice understanding in the way of the voice. An honourable warrior. Jarl Balgruuf is a man who holds firm loyalty to the people of Whiterun. He has denied multiple requests from the Imperial Legion to garrison troops within his city because of the view this would hold in his people. During the Dragon Crisis, rather then let himself be distracted by the civil war, Balgruuf recognized the true threat; Alduin. Balgruuf aided the Dragonborn in securing peace from the World Eater. Balgruuf loathes the Thalmor and worships Talos, yet he resents Ulfrik Stormcloak for throwing the Empire into chaos. Nevertheless, casting Whiterun into the war is something he is hesitant to do, but ultimately believing that a united Empire is the best course to resist the Thalmor Dominion. [IMG]http://fc09.deviantart.net/fs71/i/2012/278/3/f/whiterun_hold_lookout_2_by_cheeseontoastguy-d5gvlng.jpg[/IMG] [B]Whiterun Hold Skyrim 5000 Troops[/B] [hider=Nation Bio] The largest of the nine holds of Skyrim, Whiterun, due to it's central location, is a hold of strategic importance for dominance of the realm, and preciously sought by Imperials and Stormcloaks. Due to the temporary peace brokered by the Dragonborn as Alduin threatened Skyrim, Whiterun was able to maintain neutrality in the civil war that threatens the Nord kingdom. With Alduin destroyed, fears return that Whiterun will be thrust into the war. The landscape is mostly boreal plains with vast, sparse tundra and flowing rivers; however its most striking landmark is the Throat of the World, the highest peak in Tamriel. It is said among Nords that this is where mankind was first given life. High Hrothgar is an ancient monastery resting atop the mountain where the Greybeards dwell, masters of the Voice and trainers of the Dragonborn. This hold is also known for having a large number of Giant camps. The White River divides the region. Sparse plains extend from west of the river to the township of Rorikstead near the western border, which is situated on ideal farmland. Much of the area near the southern border and east of the river is mountainous. Whiterun's insignia is a horse's head, which can be seen on the hold guards' shields and on banners inside Dragonsreach. [/hider] [IMG]http://img4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20121227202126/skyrimnan/images/f/f9/Simbolo_Whiterun.png[/IMG] [B]Household of Balgruuf the Greater[/B] [hider=Minor Characters] [B][IMG]http://vignette1.wikia.nocookie.net/elderscrolls/images/9/96/Hrongar2.png/revision/latest/scale-to-width/256?cb=20121025224242[/IMG] Thane Hrongar[/B] The younger brother of Balgruuf, Hrongar serves as a thane in his brother's court. He is a trusted adviser in matters of war and a proud Nord, yet untrusting of Ulfrik and the Stormcloaks. Instead, Hrongar supports the Empire and tirelessly attempts to persuade his elder brother to join the war. As well as being Balgruuf's chief war advisor, Hrongar is also next in line for the crown of Whiterun [IMG]http://vignette1.wikia.nocookie.net/elderscrolls/images/e/ef/Frothar.png/revision/latest/scale-to-width/250?cb=20121021003044[/IMG] [B]Frothar Son of Balgruuf [/B] Frothar is next in line for the crown of Whiterun. He admires his uncle Hrongar and dreams of becoming a valiant warrior when he reaches adulthood. He is patient and humble, and has also exhibited qualities of fairness among his peers. [IMG]http://vignette2.wikia.nocookie.net/elderscrolls/images/1/16/Nelkir.png/revision/latest/scale-to-width/250?cb=20121021003044[/IMG] Nelkir Son of Balgruuf Nelkir is a bastard born son of the Jarl of Whiterun. He is arrogant and combative and resents his brother Frothar. [IMG]http://vignette4.wikia.nocookie.net/elderscrolls/images/e/e0/Dagny.png/revision/latest/scale-to-width/250?cb=20121021003044[/IMG] [B]Dagny Daughter of Balgruuf[/B] Dagny has grown well accustomed to the life offered in Dragonreach, to the point of being spoiled. She looks down upon other Nords, believer herself and her family to be superior, because of her father's postion. [IMG]http://vignette2.wikia.nocookie.net/elderscrolls/images/8/80/Farengar_Secret-Fire.png/revision/latest/scale-to-width/256?cb=20120927001504[/IMG] [B]Farengar Secret-Fire Court Wizard[/B] A proud man, well versed in elemental magic. Farengar views the civil war with a degree of distaste, seeing it as an obstacle to progress. Though wizards are generally despised in Skyrim, Farengar is given an honoured place among the Nords of Whiterun. Because of this, Farengar remains ever loyal and respectful of Balgruuf. [IMG]http://vignette1.wikia.nocookie.net/elderscrolls/images/4/41/Irileth.png/revision/latest/scale-to-width/256?cb=20120927001015[/IMG] [B]Irileth Housecarl Jarl Balgruuf[/B] Irileth is a Dunmer nightblade and a resident of Whiterun living in Dragonsreach. She acts as housecarl to Jarl Balgruuf the Greater, and rarely leaves his side. Trained by the Morag Tong, an assassins guild in Morrowind, Irileth was once a battle comrade of Balgruuf years ago. When he came to power in Whiterun, she agreed to follow him as his Housecarl. [IMG]http://img4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120927001504/elderscrolls/images/thumb/4/4b/Proventus_Avenicci.png/256px-Proventus_Avenicci.png[/IMG] [B]Proventus Avenicci Steward of Whiterun[/B] A native of Cyrodil, Proventus is well respected in Whiterun. His daughter runs a smithy in the Plains District of the city while he advises the Jarl. Proventus is horrified by the actions of Ulfrik Stormcloak, yet he is a cautious man, and advises the Jarl to remain neutral until a winning side can be determined. [/hider]