The Elder Scrolls VI: Sentinel has only released two trailers so far, but the player community is already debating which race to choose for their first playthrough when visiting Hammerfell, the homeland of the Redguards. The differing ideas surrounding Nords, Khajiit, and Bretons have also raised concerns among players about how Redguard culture will be portrayed.
Some posts imagine Nords donning desert attire, joking about their 50% frost resistance from The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim: such an advantage in the desert might instead cause characters to suffer heatstroke quickly. However, other players point out that desert nights are also cold, so frost resistance isn't entirely useless. Discussions about the Khajiit borrow from the mention of "warm sands" during caravan farewells.
Beyond the memes, some players worry that Bethesda might turn the new game into "just Skyrim with more sand," failing to deeply present Redguard culture. Elements they are paying attention to include the legacy of the Yokudan Empire, sword-worship, architectural and lifestyle influences reminiscent of Andalusia as well as North African and Middle Eastern regions, along with coastal pirate themes and cultural echoes from West African nations.
Other players are continuing the habit formed since The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind, planning to choose the local major race, the Redguards, for their first playthrough. Some still prefer the Bretons' magic resistance, or hope to play as an outsider exploring Hammerfell. Currently, these topics remain discussions and speculations within the player community, not official confirmations regarding gameplay or story.