The location of the long-awaited The Elder Scrolls 6 has been a point of debate among fans of the franchise's for a long time, with many thinking more information regarding the title could release in the near future. As small glimpses into the game-world of the next Elder Scrolls have already being seen by fans, there is one location that stands out.
The Elder Scrolls 6 will most likely feature a primary setting that has not been the core focus of other Elder Scrolls titles, leading many pointing to the vast province of Hammerfell as a potential setting. If Hammerfell is to be TES 6's main setting, it has a wide array of important locations that would undoubtedly feature.
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One of the most important locations in all of Hammerfell is the Alik'r Desert. An arid ocean of sand, the Alik'r Desert covers a seemingly endless span of the western end of the Hammerfell province. Despite its inhospitable nature, the Alik'r Desert is home to a variety of established settlements and races, with the Redguard being one of them. The Redguards are the dominantly present race within Hammerfell. Originally hailing from the continent of Yokuda, the Redguards took Hammerfell in an ancient, legendary conquest.
The Alik'r Desert is integral in establishing the region's ethos of perseverance, with the cities of Sentinel and Bergama being the two largest settlements in the desert. Sentinel is one of the most important settlements in Hammerfell, being considered the modern capital. Appearing in the popular Elder Scrolls Online, Sentinel is made more important thanks to its proximity with the Iliac Bay.
The ancient Dwemer capital of Volenfell is also situated within the Alik'r Desert,
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