Traitor among Vampires (OpenMW Only)

⭐ — (30 endorsements) 📥 2,078 downloads 📌 v1.61 📅 9/20/2023
🟡 Updated this year

By Wolfweim · Magic

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 10/22/2025 📅 Created: 9/20/2023
⚠️ Install Order · 3 steps
1🛠️ MWSE — Morrowind Script Extender Download ↗
2🔧 MCP — Morrowind Code Patch Download ↗
3📦 OpenMW Find it →

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 1.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #14 of 41 Magic mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

OPENMW ONLY


This mod adds, in a Lore-Friendly way, the possibility to live as a vampire in Morrowind without actually becoming one of them. This is achieved through an amulet that - from a role-playing perspective - allows you to "emulate" the symptoms of vampirism while it is equipped. There are three possible amulets to acquire: each one allows you to emulate a type of vampire: Aundae, Berne, and Quarra. The quests of the vampire clans can be completed while using the amulet.

Just as a general recommendation, it's advisable to wear the amulet when you're doing vampire-related missions and have to reach an important point of the quest. For example, if a vampire tells you to talk to an NPC, even if that NPC isn't a vampire, wear the amulet when you talk to them. It doesn't matter if you take it off before or after; it's just necessary at some points to be a vampire for the missions to update.

Beyond Role-Playing, this is accomplished through a script that applies the vampire condition to the player while wearing an amulet of this kind and, when removed, reverts the PC to their normal form. Doing so will not count as being cured of vampirism but as if you had never been a vampire. Since vampirism only affects quests and other matters insofar as NPCs refuse to talk to the player, this mod should not break any quests or conflict with any factions in the game, no matter how many times the player becomes a vampire and reverts from it. However, of course, while the player is wearing the amulet, it is advisable not to engage in conversation with NPCs who are not vampires to avoid being attacked

This mod has been created with the intention of being as unintrusive as possible, so other mods that affect vampirism should be fully compatible. It also does not affect the possibility of becoming a vampire naturally and the natural process of curing vampirism.

To obtain the amulets, you need to speak with the Telvanni wizard Baladas Demnevanni, in his tower of Arvs-Drelen, in Gnisis. A new topic, "What is this Place?", has been added, leading to a conversation from which you can obtain the amulets. It requires a soul gem filled with the soul of a Golden Saint and 50,000 gold. It also drains most of the attributes and deals around 500 damage to the player each time it is used. 

You probably want to wear an amulet with a constant effect of restoring Strength. Otherwise, you may find yourself lying on the ground and unable to move when the amulet consumes your attributes. Attribute drain only occurs when putting it on, and they can be regenerated in the usual ways: potions, spells, etc.

The transformation process takes around 20 seconds. This delay is intentional, simply to add a dramatic effect to the matter.

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Traitor among Vampires (OpenMW Only) is a lore-friendly Morrowind mod that lets you experience vampirism without actually becoming a vampire. It adds three amulets that emulate the symptoms of vampirism, offering a unique roleplay option. With 30 endorsements and 2,078 downloads, it's a niche but appreciated addition for OpenMW players.

✨ Key Features

Adds three amulets that emulate vampirism symptoms in a lore-friendly way.
Allows players to live as a vampire in Morrowind without actually becoming one.
Designed specifically for OpenMW, ensuring compatibility with that engine.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Niche concept that fills a roleplay gap — you can pretend to be a vampire without the downsides.
  • Decent traction for a niche mod: 30 endorsements and over 2,000 downloads.
  • Lore-friendly approach means it won't break immersion for Morrowind purists.

⚠️ Cons

  • OpenMW only — if you're playing the original engine, this mod won't work for you.
  • Small mod with limited community feedback (30 endorsements) — you're an early adopter.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Morrowind players who want to roleplay as a vampire without the actual curse, especially those who enjoy lore-friendly additions. Perfect for OpenMW users who like to experiment with alternative playstyles. Skip if you're on the original engine or want actual vampire mechanics.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Since it's OpenMW only, make sure you're running the OpenMW engine, not the original Morrowind executable.
  • Look for the amulets in the game world — the description doesn't specify locations, so explore or check the mod's readme if included.
  • If you're new to modding Morrowind, use a mod manager like OpenMW's built-in mod list to keep track of your load order.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Morrowind Mods
Author
Wolfweim
Version
1.61
Downloads
2,078
Endorsements
30
Category
Magic
Created
9/20/2023
Updated
10/22/2025

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