Experimental Laser Katana
⚪ Last updated 2012⚠️ Install Order · 5 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
- 👍 1.5% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #124 of 367 Weapons mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This mod adds a new class of melee weapon called Energy Katanas. There are three different types, Laser, Plasma, or Tesla. You can find them in the Deserted Supply Depot at the Tribal Village(see images). Or you can buy them from the vendor. (Key for cell door is in the coffee mug behind the pile of bricks.) INSTALLATION: Copy the data folder over to your new vegas data folder. Check shogo_laser_katana.esp in your mods list. Main File 3-25-11 Removes weapons from Goodsprings. Adds new Deserted Supply Depot at Tribal Village (see images for location). Laser Katanas and their schematics can be found inside the supply depot. The laser katanas can also be bought at Silver Rush. (For those who want the Laser Katanas right away, the key for the cell door is in the coffee mug behind the rubble.) Schematics - Experimental Laser Katana Requires 1 Laser Rifle, 1 Lawnmower Blade, 2 Fission Batteries, and 1 Conductor. Schematics - Extended Laser Katana Requires 3 Laser Rifles, 2 Lawnmower Blades, 2 Fission Batteries, and 1 Conductor. Doesn\'t repair with laser rifles anymore. Repairs with itself. Main File 3-22-11 I separated the weapon into two variants. A one-handed version and a two-handed version with a slightly longer blade. Name: Extended Laser Katana (two-handed) Health: 100 Value: 7000 Damage: 70 Strength Req: 9 Melee Skill Req: 100 Repairs with Laser Rifles Name: Experimental Laser Katana (one-handed) Health: 60 Value: 4000 Damage: 60 Strength Req: 7 Melee Skill Req: 90 Repairs with Laser Rifles CREDITS: Uses Katana Stand from NecKros - Some Katanas Mod Like this mod? Check out my other mods: Bozar: http://www.newvegasnexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=41546 Laser Katana: http://www.newvegasnexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=41053 Stealth Power Armor: http://www.newvegasnexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=40466
Adds a single melee weapon, the Laser Katana, to the game. With 474 endorsements and over 31,000 downloads, it's a popular choice for players wanting a sci-fi blade. Last updated in 2012, so it may not work with current game versions.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 474 endorsements and over 31k downloads.
- Simple concept: a laser katana for your melee needs.
- Lightweight mod that adds one weapon without bloat.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2012 – likely outdated for current game versions.
- Only one weapon, so if you want variety, look elsewhere.
For players who want a cool sci-fi katana without extra features. If you're on an older game version and just need a stylish blade, this is for you. Skip if you're on the latest patch or want more than a single weapon.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check your game version – this mod is from 2012, so it may not work on newer patches.
- If you're using a mod manager, install manually to avoid conflicts with other weapon mods.
- Test in a new game or save to ensure the weapon appears correctly.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- New Vegas Mods
- Author
- BrotherShogo
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 31,975
- Endorsements
- 474
- Category
- Weapons
- Created
- 3/22/2011
- Updated
- 2/28/2012
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