A Legion Outpost - Fort Nova Varos
⚪ Last updated 2008⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 2.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #24 of 35 Cities, Towns, Villages and Hamlets mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This is an older version of Fort Nova Varos which is no longer being supported. I am no longer modding Oblivion. While it is still a perfectly functional village when used on it's own, the location puts it in direct conflict with the Molapi village mod and a few other smaller mods. There are no patches available.
Mhahn123 has made an updated and completely relocated version of this village. It moves the entire village to the south of Leyawiin on the banks of the Niben River. Can be found here: Settlements of Cyrodiil-Legion Outposts
Name: A Imperial Outpost - Fort Nova Varos Version: 1. 0 Date: 5/5/2008 Category: New Lands Author(s): Poolace Source: http://www.tesnexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=8440
Description =========== What do Legion Soldiers do when the Empire is at peace?
Without work soldiers grow mutinous, and turn to banditry as so many have. These bandits then plaque the local townfolk, and trade suffers.
This mod is an attempt to answer that problem.
Fort Nova Varos provides Imperial Legion Soldiers a place to rest, to work, to sustain the Empire, all while also protecting the Empires Interests.
Location ======== Fort Nova Varos is located directly north of Leyawiin on an Island in The Lower Niben River.
Details ======= Creates a a fully functioning Fort, that houses Imperial Legion Soldiers, and gives the Player with some unique visuals.
Fort Nova Varos has a Tavern, a Smith, Docks, and a small Farm.
There is also a a pawnbroker waiting at on of the docks, during the day.
This mod is apart of a series a of mods that creates Legion Outposts acroos cyrodiil. Other entries are:
A Imperial Outpost - Fort Novi Sad
Install ======= 1. Extract the files to a temporary location. 2. Examine the folder structure and make corrections where necessary. 3. Copy files to (install folder)OblivionData 4. Start Oblivion Launcher, click 'Data Files', place a checkmark beside the .esp file(s).
Uninstall ========= 1. Start Oblivion Launcher, click Data Files, uncheck the .esp file(s). 2. Delete the files/folders associated with the mod.
Incompatibility =============== Metherlance Manor
Known Issues or Bugs ==================== Nothing as far as I know of.
History ======= 1. 0, 2008/5/05 - Initial release.
Contact ======= You can find me on the Elder Scroll Forums as poolace.
You can find me on TESNexus as poolacemail.
Credits ======= Thanks to Bethesda for creating Oblivion.
Thanks to TESNexus.com for the a one-stop-shop resource for authors and players.
A compact legion outpost mod for Oblivion, adding a small military fort on the Lower Niben River to guard Cyrodiil from bandits. With 158 endorsements and over 5,000 downloads, it's a modest but appreciated addition for players seeking lore-friendly defensive structures.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 158 endorsements and 5,389 downloads
- Fills a niche for players wanting more military presence in Cyrodiil
- Simple concept that fits seamlessly into the game's lore
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2008, so may have compatibility issues with modern Oblivion setups
- Small scale may not satisfy players looking for a full town or quest hub
For Oblivion players who enjoy lore-friendly world-building and want a small military outpost to stumble upon during their travels. If you're looking for a major new settlement or quests, this isn't it—it's a simple, atmospheric addition.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Place the mod file in your Oblivion Data folder and activate it in the launcher's Data Files menu.
- If you use a mod manager like OBMM or Wrye Bash, install it through that for easier management.
- The outpost is located on the Lower Niben River—check your map for a new marker or explore the riverbanks.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Oblivion Mods
- Author
- Poolace
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 5,389
- Endorsements
- 158
- Category
- Cities, Towns, Villages and Hamlets
- Created
- 5/6/2008
- Updated
- 5/6/2008
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