Arcane Weapons

⭐ ⭐ (204 endorsements) 📥 11,979 downloads 📌 v1.0 📅 12/11/2012
⚪ Last updated 2013

By maximasdecimas · Weapons

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 7/30/2013 📅 Created: 12/11/2012

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 1.7% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #9 of 45 Weapons mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

============================= Arcane Weapons

by maximasdecimas

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Hi! This is just a note to say that I don't have a lot of time on my hands nowadays, and so I don't get many chances to monitor my mods. Or work on them, or do requests, or help with questions, or anything like that at this stage. My apologies. But feel free to use my mods as you wish, within reasonable use of course, all I ask is that you credit me. Thank you, and I hope the mods I chose to make and share with you help you enjoy your gaming experience :)

maximasdecimas

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Arcane Weapons allows you to choose from several arcane swords with different appearance models to add into Hawke's inventory. The swords function like staffs, but look like swords (and a battleaxe in one case). The readme included in each download lists all the console commands for each sword, regardless of which erf file is downloaded.

NOTE: Due to a request, I made a version of the Vigilance Arcane sword with alternate stats, namely the physical damage has been changed to spirit damage. If this interests you, and you have downloaded one of the Vigilance Arcane sword files from Arcane Weapons, and wish to use the Alternate Stats versions of the weapons, remove the old file before installing into your override. They will conflict with the non-alternate stats versions if placed in the override folder together.
IMPORTANT: There are three versions of these swords, which are the versions under the main file section which are very overpowered, as indeed legendary blades should be for fun, and there are the less powerful versions in the miscellaneous section. They are still overpowered, just less so. NOW there are also the Normal level versions, which I made as an attempt to make even less powerful weapons. At the beginning of the game, they should deal about 5 physical damage, and they will level with you, so they are still strong, just not gamebreaking hopefully, although please tell me if this is the case and I may be able to lower the level even more.

If you want OVERPOWERED GODLY weapons to get you through battles quicker, then download the versions in the MAIN FILE section.

If you want overpowered but NOT QUITE SO GODLY weapons, then download the LESS POWERFUL Versions in the MISCELLANEOUS section. Still very very powerful, just less insanely than the main file versions.

If you prefer strong but still more NORMAL LEVEL weapons, then download the NORMAL LEVEL VERSION weapons in the OPTIONAL Section.

NOTE FOR EMPHASIS: THE MAIN FILE WEAPONS ARE GODLY AND MOSTLY FOR FUN!!!

USE THE LESS POWERFUL VERSIONS IF YOU WANT LESS INSANELY OP , BUT STILL VERY POWERFUL WEAPONS

TRY OUT THE NORMAL LEVEL VERSIONS IF YOU WANT WEAPONS AT A MORE REASONABLE

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Adds a small set of arcane weapons for mages, including longswords, greatswords, and a battleaxe that function like staffs. Includes Vigilance and Starfang models. A niche cosmetic/functional mod from 2013 with 204 endorsements.

✨ Key Features

Adds arcane weapons that act like mage staffs but look like longswords, greatswords, and a battleaxe.
Includes Vigilance and Starfang models.
Small selection of weapons for mage characters.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • 204 endorsements and nearly 12k downloads show it's got a following.
  • Gives mages a stylish alternative to traditional staffs—sword-and-spell fantasy vibe.
  • Includes iconic Vigilance and Starfang models for fans of those weapons.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2013—might be outdated for current game versions, so compatibility is a gamble.
  • Only a small selection, so don't expect a huge arsenal.
  • No detailed instructions or compatibility notes from the author, so you're on your own for setup.
🎯 Is This For You?
For mage players who want to look like a battlemage instead of a staff-wielder. Also for fans of Vigilance and Starfang who want them as caster weapons. Skip if you want a large weapon pack or modern updates.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • If you're using a mod manager, just drop the file in and activate it—no extra steps needed.
  • Check if the mod's meshes work with your game version, since it's from 2013.
  • Pair it with a mage build to get the most out of the staff-like casting animations.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Dragonage2 Mods
Author
maximasdecimas
Version
1.0
Downloads
11,979
Endorsements
204
Category
Weapons
Created
12/11/2012
Updated
7/30/2013

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