Actually, the "heavenly discussion" had nothing to due with Ulfric being a collaborator, nor do I say or think that he is one. For those who know what I'm referring to, the discussion confirms the true character and motivations of Ulfric, which is questioned by NPC's throughout the game if you are paying attention to their background conversations.
@manic millipede: You are right, the options that you are given force you to make a choice and pick a side knowing that whichever you choose, it's wrong. It does give you a more real life feel, as seldom in real life do you have access to an overarching view that allows you to see the big picture. It's just frustrating to know what's coming, to know how to stop it, and yet not be able to. What I had wanted to achieve with my ending (or one like it) was see Tamriel make the transition that humanity made away from colonial powers to independant nation states. However, from the way Bethesda has set up this game, and with other clues from other faction storylines that I haven't menioned (to avoid spoilers), it seems that the established Elder Scrolls lore will be that the Empire falls shortly after the events of Skyrim, and the next game will center on a Tamriel ruled by the Aldmeri Dominion.
