The Stormcloak Rebellion is a civil conflict in the fantasy world of Tamriel, specifically in the province of Skyrim. It is led by Ulfric Stormcloak, the Jarl of Windhelm, who seeks to free Skyrim from the control of the Imperial Empire. The rebellion is fueled by tensions over the White-Gold Concordat, a treaty that restricts the worship of the god Talos, which many Nords view as an affront to their culture and beliefs. The conflict pits the Stormcloaks, who are primarily Nords, against the Imperial forces loyal to the Empire. The rebellion highlights themes of nationalism, identity, and the struggle for freedom. Players in the game The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim can choose to support either side, influencing the outcome of the war and the fate of Skyrim.