If the Three Banners War ended, the government would be in a shambles. It would be feasible that the counties would become independent and perhaps kingdoms on their own right. Perhaps the Imperial City would be the last part that would consider itself still "Imperial." I would think it would be nothing more than a city-state. Of course, the breaking up the Empire of Cyrodiil into smaller kingdoms would have several potential pros and cons.

Pros:

Local Governance: Smaller kingdoms would allow for more localized governance and decision-making. Each county could cater its policies and laws to better suit its specific needs and culture, potentially leading to more efficient administration.

Cultural Diversity: With each county becoming its own kingdom, cultural diversity might thrive as each region could preserve and promote its unique traditions, languages, and practices.

Reduced Central Authority Corruption: Smaller kingdoms could potentially reduce the risk of centralized power and corruption, as power would be more dispersed among various rulers rather than concentrated in one central authority.

Increased Cooperation: With a more decentralized structure, the kingdoms might be encouraged to cooperate and form alliances with one another for mutual benefit and defense, leading to more stable relations between the regions.

Improved Representation: Each kingdom would have its own ruler, providing more opportunities for diverse leaders to emerge and represent their people effectively.

Cons:

Political Instability: The dissolution of a large empire into smaller kingdoms could lead to political instability, especially if the transition is not well-managed. Power struggles, conflicts, and wars could arise as factions vie for control.

Economic Disparities: Smaller kingdoms might not have the same resources or economic capabilities as the unified empire. Some regions could experience economic hardships or be overly reliant on trade agreements with neighboring kingdoms.

Defense Vulnerabilities: A divided empire may be more vulnerable to external threats, as unity is often a source of strength in the face of common enemies. Smaller kingdoms may struggle to coordinate their defenses effectively.

Loss of Cultural Unity: While cultural diversity is a potential pro, the breakup of a large empire might also lead to a loss of shared identity and unity among the people, potentially weakening their sense of belonging to a larger collective.

Diplomatic Challenges: Diplomatic relations between the newly formed kingdoms and neighboring territories might be more complex and delicate, potentially leading to tensions and disputes.

Imperial Legacy: The rich history and legacy of the Empire of Cyrodiil might be diluted or forgotten as the focus shifts to individual kingdoms and the Imperial City becoming a city-state.

Perhaps this scenario would have eventually happened if it weren't for the future Emperor Tiber Septim and his ambition to fulfill "prophesy" and conquer, I mean "unite," all of Tamriel.

Thoughts?