I'm not sure Brian, I think that fits the Elder scrolls universe quite well, they tend to have subtle color palettes for the world/creatures. In terms of lighting at least its alit well (sorrynotsorry)
This looks and sounds like a fun project for sure, I'm an Amature hard surface Modeler that would happily build you ships and locations My texture skills are lacking not completely absent XD You can reach my skype at SorrinoSorry or email me at mdonnenfield@gmail.com