HQ Bug Shells
⚪ Last updated 2019⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 2.6% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #336 of 544 Models and Textures mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Replaces the meshes and textures for the 4 ashlander bug shell bows/shields with HQ ones. The textures are taken from actual bugs that live in Belgium and the Netherlands. Also the vanilla meshes, which were very low-poly and had just ridiculously bad UV-maps, were updated to a much smoother model with proper UV-mapping.
Additionally, in the extra's folder there are a couple of extra textures. If you don't like one of the textures I've used, you can just swap it with another one.
HQ Bug Shells by Zobator replaces the meshes and textures for the Ashlander bug shells in Morrowind with high-quality versions. This cosmetic mod has 606 endorsements and was last updated in March 2019. It is for players who want improved visuals for these specific in-game objects.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 606 endorsements
- Lightweight mod that only affects bug shells, so it won't impact performance
- Easy to install and remove without affecting other mods
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2019, so it may not be compatible with newer mods or game versions
- Only affects Ashlander bug shells, so it's a very niche cosmetic change
- No screenshots or detailed installation instructions provided by the author
For Morrowind players who want to enhance the visual quality of Ashlander bug shells without overhauling the entire game. If you're a completionist who appreciates high-res textures for every object, this is for you. Skip if you're looking for gameplay changes or broader visual overhauls.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since this is a simple mesh and texture replacement, you can manually drop the files into your Morrowind Data Files folder, but using a mod manager like Wrye Mash or Mod Organizer 2 is recommended for easy uninstallation.
- Make sure to load this mod after any other mods that might affect bug shells to ensure the textures are applied correctly.
- If you're using OpenMW, this mod should work fine, but always test in a new game or a save before the bug shells appear to avoid issues.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Morrowind Mods
- Author
- Zobator
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 22,922
- Endorsements
- 606
- Category
- Models and Textures
- Created
- 1/28/2018
- Updated
- 3/31/2019
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