Is it just me or are the Volkihar an obsolete faction?

[OblivionDuruza]

In my eyes, the Volkihar Clan was an important nob to Lore-buffs and long-time Elder Scrolls fans alike, for whom the name has a lot of recognition value. That being said, it was a somewhat weak attempt to do so, and was more of a 'reference to', than a 'reproduction of' the lore.

More importantly though, roleplaying. The Faction exists so that players can choose to roleplay as a Vampire. There doesn't have to any much more to it. That, and it makes it look like Dawnguard is a fully branching questline.

[Mr.Argonian]

From a purely gameplay view they are mostly useless, seeing as most rewards can be obtained from the Dawnguard side. But from a role playing persepctive it is very important. A vampire wouldn't really side with the Danwguard and destory the only vampire allies available to them in Skrim.

[hollywoodb1]

It is just you

Seriously, it's all personal preference. If you think 'X' Points of damage on a crossbow is better than the rp factor of a castle or house full of vampires, it's your opinion. I too chose to side with the Dawnguard, but screw the crossbow. I use a war axe. Any advantages that matter picking either side for me? Nope. Just preference. Neither are "obsolete."