Quote Originally Posted by Kauthryn View Post
The elezen can't be killed off because of something that happened before them. Fighting Nidhogg is Nidhogg's fault. Sure, dragons don't get over the past but you can't expect them to just roll over and die.
Not all Elezens took part in the killing of Ratatoskr, but a good majority of Ishgardians actively seek out the deaths of heretics and dragons.

Quote Originally Posted by Theodric View Post
Nidhogg lost his right to revenge when he started slaying innocents and punishing future generations for the sins of their ancestors.
And what of those Ishgardians who actively take part in the slaying of dragons and heretics? This is war, you aren't innocent if you actively support the deaths of the enemy without regard for their lives.