The Elder Scrolls Online Timeline ( Real )

announcement
May 3, 2012

Announcement of The Elder Scrolls Online

Zenimax Online Studios announces The Elder Scrolls Online, an MMORPG set in the Elder Scrolls universe.

release
April 4, 2014

Official Release of The Elder Scrolls Online

The Elder Scrolls Online is officially released for Microsoft Windows and macOS platforms, marking the game's launch.

announcement
August 4, 2014

Console Release Announced

Zenimax announces that The Elder Scrolls Online will be released on Xbox One and PlayStation 4 consoles.

release
June 9, 2015

Console Release of The Elder Scrolls Online

The Elder Scrolls Online launches on Xbox One and PlayStation 4.

expansion
June 6, 2017

Release of 'Morrowind' DLC and Expansion

The first major expansion for The Elder Scrolls Online, 'Morrowind,' is released, adding new content based on the Morrowind region.

expansion
May 21, 2018

Release of 'Summerset' Chapter

The Summerset Chapter is released, introducing the Summerset Isles region and new game features.

expansion
June 4, 2019

Release of 'Elsweyr' Chapter

The Elsweyr Chapter launches with new areas, quests, and the introduction of the Necromancer class.

release
November 19, 2019

Release of The Elder Scrolls Online on Stadia

The game becomes available on Google Stadia platform, expanding its accessibility.

expansion
May 26, 2020

Release of 'Greymoor' Chapter

The Greymoor Chapter is released, introducing the Western Skyrim region and new storylines.

expansion
June 1, 2021

Release of 'Blackwood' Chapter

The Blackwood Chapter launches, continuing the Gates of Oblivion story arc.

expansion
June 6, 2022

Release of 'High Isle' Chapter

High Isle Chapter is released, featuring new zones and the addition of new gameplay mechanics.

The Elder Scrolls Online Timeline ( Fictional )

major_event
2E 582

The Planemeld Begins

Molag Bal attempts to merge his realm of Coldharbour with Tamriel, initiating the Planemeld crisis that threatens all of Nirn.

major_event
2E 582

Intervention in Coldharbour

The player character escapes Coldharbour and journeys across Tamriel to thwart Molag Bal's invasion and end the Planemeld threat.

conflict
2E 582-2E 584

Alliance War Outbreak

The civil war between the Aldmeri Dominion, Daggerfall Covenant, and Ebonheart Pact intensifies as they compete for control over the Imperial City and the throne of Tamriel.

major_battle
2E 582

Fall of the Imperial City

The Imperial City falls to Molag Bal's forces, turning it into a battlefield where the fight for Tamriel's future intensifies.

major_event
2E 584

Restoration of the Imperial City

The player aids in reclaiming the Imperial City from Molag Bal's influence, signaling a turning point in the Planemeld struggle.

important_character_event
2E 582

The Rise of the Vestige

The player, known as the Vestige, rises as a key figure combating Daedric forces and uniting the alliances against common threats.

major_antagonist_event
2E 584

The Return of Mannimarco

Mannimarco, the King of Worms, reemerges as an antagonist plotting to seize power and spread undeath across Tamriel.

conflict
2E 584

The Siege of Orsinium

Alliances compete to capture and control the city of Orsinium, the capital of the Orcs, as part of the ongoing Alliance War.