Dragonbone and dragonscale armor normalmaps for OpenMW
⚪ Last updated 2020⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 🏆 #275 of 294 Models and Textures mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
a set of normalmaps based on flash's intelligent textures mod. textures were handpainted before being used to generate normalmaps, then resized and compressed to minimize disk and VRAM usage.
this mod is compatible with vanilla textures, but the Intelligent Textures mod is recommended.
this mod is technically compatible with vanilla morrowind, but doesn't currently include any meshes, and without them it has no effect in vanilla. the mod is plug and play for OpenMW.
this release includes the dragonscale and dragonbone armor pieces, but let me know if i missed anything.
make sure you have normalmaps enabled in settings.cfg
auto use object normal maps = true
auto use terrain normal maps = true
recommended to use with Subtle Magic Glow https://www.nexusmods.com/morrowind/mods/4468
if you enjoy the mod please leave screenshots, as i would rather work on more mods than take screenshots of my own.
please report any issues in the bug tracker. if this release goes well, and windows stops being a brokedick PoS i may release the dwemer armor next.
A texture mod that adds normalmaps for dragonbone and dragonscale armor pieces and generic dragonscales in OpenMW. With 28 endorsements and 352 downloads, it's a niche enhancement for Morrowind players using OpenMW who want improved visual depth on these armor sets.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Gives dragonbone and dragonscale armor a much-needed visual upgrade with proper normalmaps
- Works specifically with OpenMW, so you know it's tested for that engine
- Small but dedicated following (28 endorsements) — the people who use it swear by it
⚠️ Cons
- Only covers dragonbone and dragonscale armor — if you wanted other armor sets, this won't help
- Last updated in 2020, so it might not be compatible with the latest OpenMW versions
- No screenshots or detailed install instructions in the description — you're on your own for setup
For Morrowind players using OpenMW who want better-looking dragonbone and dragonscale armor without overhauling the whole game. If you're a texture enthusiast or roleplaying a dragon hunter, this is a nice touch. Skip if you're on the original Morrowind engine or want broader texture improvements.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you're running OpenMW, not the original Morrowind engine — this mod is built for OpenMW's rendering.
- Place the files in your OpenMW data directory, typically 'data files' folder, and enable them in the launcher's content list.
- If you're using a mod manager like Mod Organizer 2, you can install it as a regular mod and activate it for your OpenMW profile.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Morrowind Mods
- Author
- greg079
- Version
- 0.9
- Downloads
- 352
- Endorsements
- 28
- Category
- Models and Textures
- Created
- 6/27/2020
- Updated
- 6/27/2020
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