FNV MoonShadow Race

⭐ ⭐⭐ (5,841 endorsements) 📥 196,286 downloads 📌 v1.0 📅 6/22/2011
⚪ Last updated 2011

By Sulpyun and ported by invalidfate · Hair and Face Models

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 6/22/2011 📅 Created: 6/22/2011
⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
1🛠️ NVSE — New Vegas Script Extender Download ↗
2🛠️ 4GB Patcher — FNV 4GB Patcher Download ↗
3🔧 NVAC — New Vegas Anti Crash Download ↗
4🧩 JIP LN — JIP LN NVSE Plugin Download ↗
5🔧 YUP — Yukichigai Unofficial Patch Download ↗

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

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 3.0% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #19 of 39 Hair and Face Models mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

As the TES4 author's(Sulpyun) request, this picture need to be put in front of the page, and the original TES4 mod link

If you like this race, please endorse his page.

If you like my mod, checking my mod collection page for more incoming mods and modding progress.


Introduction

As I know so far (If I'm wrong tell me), this is the first race porting from TES4 since Fallout is released. Some issues still exist but they won't affect game playing, just confusing you when making a face. So I decide to release this porting.

WARNING:

Due to EULA and nexus site rules, I cannot distribute any TES4 'vanilla' resource, so this mod does NOT CONTAIN 'HUMAN EAR' and 'TES4 EYE MESH'. Also, after tracing mesh information, I think head mesh and elf ear is not from TES4 vanilla, distributing them should not break the rule here.

Due to an unknown reason, the face looking in showracemenu and GECK is QUITE DIFFERENT than one in game. Fortunately, the face looking in game is the most beautiful one.

Default face in game


MDO REQUIREMENT AND INSTALLATION

MOD DEPENDENCE: Anthony Lings Coiffure(depend on Lings.esm), Type3 (Recommanded)

Installation UI

Install via FOMM: unzip the file and use FOMM to directly install the .fomod package. Choose your desire face texture option via installation interface, press 'yes' for any overwrite message.

Manual Installation(not recommended): extracting all the content to data folder, and however, you cannot choose your face texture using this method.

NOTE:

The elf ears will add to your inventory automatically, equip it or your actor will have no ears.


NOTE

You can use 'Facegen Exchanger' to transfer TES4 face to FNV one. However, the number of facegen parameters in FNV is far LESSEN than one in TES4, so perfect transferring can not exist. A example is demostration in following two figures.

a FNV character and TES4 facegen parameter source

NOTE: Since I DO NOT own the whole license, you CANNOT redistribut or modefy it without the permission from the origianal TES4 author Sulpyun.

Sulpyun for this awesome race and the porting permission

Throttlekitty for head06 mesh, facegen stuff, and merged facegen mouth (open license)

Authors of NifTools/Nifskope

Installation script is learned and referenced from Project Neveda

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

A port of the popular MoonShadow race from TES4 to Fallout: New Vegas, offering a new playable race option. With 5,841 endorsements and 196,286 downloads, it's a well-established cosmetic mod for players seeking fantasy-style character customization. Last updated in 2011, it remains a classic choice for role-players.

✨ Key Features

Adds the MoonShadow race, originally from TES4, as a playable race in Fallout: New Vegas.
Provides a new character creation option for players seeking a fantasy aesthetic.
Ported by invalidfate from the original mod by Sulpyun.
High community adoption with 5,841 endorsements and 196,286 downloads.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community favorite with 5,841 endorsements and nearly 200k downloads—this race is proven.
  • Brings a unique fantasy look to the Mojave, perfect for role-play builds.
  • Simple cosmetic addition—no gameplay overhaul, just a new face option.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2011—may have compatibility issues with newer mods or DLC.
  • Only adds a race—no custom textures or meshes beyond the original port, so it might look dated.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Fallout: New Vegas players who want to role-play as a fantasy-inspired character without overhauling the game. Great for those who enjoyed the MoonShadow race in Oblivion and want a familiar face in the Mojave. Skip if you're looking for modern high-res textures or gameplay changes—this is purely cosmetic.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Since it's a race mod, make sure to select the MoonShadow race during character creation—it won't affect existing saves.
  • If you're using a mod manager like FOMM or Vortex, just drop the files in and activate—no load order tweaks needed.
  • Check for compatibility with other race mods or body replacers, as they might conflict visually.

📊 Mod Details

Game
New Vegas Mods
Author
Sulpyun and ported by invalidfate
Version
1.0
Downloads
196,286
Endorsements
5,841
Category
Hair and Face Models
Created
6/22/2011
Updated
6/22/2011

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