I would say he lived through the Vvardenfell eruption he had the power to travel to other planes of oblivion. That is how he survived the extinction of the Dwemer to begin with.

Alright, this question is somewhat unique in the sense that, while it's relevant to Elder Scrolls, the answer can easily be pulled from real-life. In the timeframe of these games (which I'm loosely grouping under 'medieval'), what is the legal drinking age minimum? And what is the general opinion of young people consuming alcohol?

Which country? I imagine Norss pouring mead into kids since ten years of age xD

A fair question. I'm asking for 'Agents of the Queen', so I guess I'm talking about Altmer society, though I'm curious as to the rest of Tamriel's thoughts as well. Of course, if we're basing ourselves off of real life, we need to figure what, if any, real-life culture the Altmer are based on, which is more tricky than, say, the Bretons or Nords.

I can imagine Altmer starting rather soon because I somehow can't imagine them drinking alcohol to get drunk. More like drinking just for the taste and flavour of their wines. Like you know, with their parents it's allowed. As for the age... I'm imagining around 15 years of age maybe.

Huh. Makes sense. Alright, thanks!

is Akatosh and Auri-el the same being? just making sure.

Auri-El, Akatosh, Alkosh...just call it a split personality. :)

Are there any notable archers in the lore?  

Black Arrow v1, Black Arrow v2

The Gold Ribbon of Merit

The Marksmanship Lessons

Vernaccus and Bourlor