Aldmeri Dominion (Souls of Tamriel)

The Aldmeri Dominion are a faction in the Souls of Tamriel canon. They are the last remaining husk of what was once the most dominating force on Tamriel, but recent times have seen them fall from grace. In the role play system, all members of the Aldmeri Dominion have the ability to create a temporary magical barrier.

History
The Aldmeri Dominion that still exists was once the Third Aldmeri Dominion. In the distant past, a politically extreme group known as "The Thalmor" rose to prominence, and during the Great War managed to upset the delicate balance of Tamriel, almost destroying the Cyrodiilic Empire. In later decades, the Second Great War happened, during which the Thalmor led the Dominion to victory, and they conquered all of Tamriel.

Between that time and the Divine War, many things happened which have been lost to history, but the Dominion's empire retreated back to the south of Tamriel. After the Divine War they suffered greatly, and now they are just an empty shell of their former glory.

Objectives
Since ancient times, the Aldmeri Dominion has held onto the belief that they are the true heirs of the gods, and will one day transcend this plane of existence. They believe that the return of Alduin signals the end of the world, and so they must act quickly in order to achieve transcendence - The Great Journey, as they call it.

Embarking on this Great Journey entails seizing hold of artifacts of great power, and sacrificing their magical essence in order to open a gateway that leads them to their destiny.