The Initiation
⚪ Last updated 2017⚠️ 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
- 👍 3.0% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #64 of 73 Quests and Adventures mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
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This mod is no longer supported.
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I sincerely thank you, the community, for your support.
-th3overseer
VERSION 2. 0 CHANGES
It's now a master file because future-reasons.
Ford Cavern has slightly fewer enemies.
Non-named enemy NPCs are all less bullet-spongy, but still decently difficult. (The boss NPCs have not been changed at all.)
The ammo boxes in the safehouse are no longer considered stealing.
The player must have completed Oh My Papa in favor of leaving the Mojave in order for Rivas to give you the last part of the quest. If you consider that restrictive, ask yourself if there is any reason you would join a gang that you just convinced to kill themselves, join a tyrannical overlord who will crush their tribal identity, or roll over and accept governmental rule.
Mills' trigger is significantly less glitchy.
The gun thug near the bar has his own separate trigger now.
The player will now get a slight increase to DT after completing the final part of the quest.
The Initiation is a quest-chain centered on the idea of doing odd jobs for the Great Khans. Do well enough, and they might let you join up... To begin the Initiation, speak to Rivas in Red Rock Canyon.
The Initiation contains a new revolver, two new melee weapons, a spiffy non-faction-specific set of Khan armor, a new safehouse for players who want to live in a cave, and access to a very high-end arms merchant with a primary stock of energy weapons. Upon successful completion, the Great Khans will back the player up in any fight they happen to get in, assuming Khans are present to help, of course.
Requirements!
Definitely requires Honest Hearts and Lonesome Road. Also, the player cannot be an enemy of the Great Khans. Also, it's highly recommended that pro-legion players give this a pass, as there are a few instances in this mod where you will be highly encouraged to commit some crimes against Caesar. While not a requirement, I would also suggest installing http://www.nexusmods.com/newvegas/mods/62275/? as the Great Khan stat changes in that mod synergize quite nicely with the ideas and concepts of this one. As of version 2. 0, the player must now have completed Oh My Papa in a way that benefits the Khans.
Difficulty!
The quest has a high dif
The Initiation is a fully voice-acted, multi-part quest mod for Skyrim, featuring challenging combat. With 2,238 endorsements and 75,715 downloads, it's a well-received addition for players seeking new adventures. Last updated in 2017, it remains a solid choice for those wanting a story-driven experience.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 2,238 endorsements and 75k downloads—clearly a quest people love
- Fully voice-acted means you get proper immersion, not silent text walls
- Designed for players who want a real challenge—combat is tough and rewarding
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2017—might have compatibility issues with the latest Skyrim versions or mods
- Focus on difficult combat might frustrate players who prefer story-driven, relaxed quests
For Skyrim veterans who have done everything and crave a new, challenging quest with full voice acting. If you're a completionist looking for a well-regarded adventure mod, this is a solid pick. Skip if you're after a casual, low-stress quest—this one brings the heat.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's an older mod, check if you're using Skyrim Special Edition—you might need to convert the mod or find a compatible version.
- Make sure to load this mod after other quest mods to avoid conflicts, and consider using a mod manager for easy installation.
- If combat feels too tough, consider bringing a follower or adjusting difficulty settings before starting.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- New Vegas Mods
- Author
- th3overseer
- Version
- 2.0
- Downloads
- 75,715
- Endorsements
- 2,238
- Category
- Quests and Adventures
- Created
- 9/20/2016
- Updated
- 1/20/2017
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