Arena Armor Eye Candy for the Crowds
⚪ Last updated 2009⚠️ Install Order · 2 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
- 👍 3.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #42 of 330 Gameplay Effects and Changes mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Name: Arena Eye Candy Armors Version: 1. 1 ===Description=== Back when Arena\'s were all the rage, the gladiators dressed as much for the crowds as for protection. Just watch any old gladiator movie, and you will see that the gladiators were as much showman as warrior. Well the Vanilla Arena Raiment, to put it bluntly, sucked. Here is something with a little more style, a little more panache, and is just a little bit sexier than vanilla. ------- When I created the Ivy Arena Raiment Mod, I was quite pleased. It did however have some flaws, namely, light and heavy armored girls looked too much alike, and the guys remained vanilla. This mod remidies that. Lightly armored females use Diano\'s armor (Kurese created red and blue textures, I made a yellow texture), while heavily armored females use Ivy Armor. Lightly armored Males use a Roberts male variant of Diano armor, adapted from the version Nivea created (this version is acceptable for an Arena that children might happen by). And Heavily armored Males use an armor of my creation that uses Ivy Armor Textures and, I believe, fits the theme of Ivy Armor. For now I\'m calling it Ivan Armor. ===Installation=== 1.) Extract the files into your data folder 2.) Agree to merge folders 3.) Activate ESP \"ArenaEyeCandyArmor.esp\" in your preferred Oblivion Launcher 4.) Play normally. All Arena raiment owned by either you or other combatants is automatically changed. ===Requirements=== Roberts Male v4 by Robert2 http://www.tesnexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=14942 HG EyeCandy Body by RAIR and Madcat221 http://www.tesnexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=15802 - Might be able to use it without, but would look awfully funny. . . ===History=== v1. 1 (26Jan09) Fixed a sharp edge on the Male Heavy Raiment Chestplate. Added install instructions. v1. 0 (25Jan09) Initial Release ===Licensing/Legal=== While the majority ofthe work in this mod was made by others, it actually contains some original work by me! For my work, feel free to use it, as long as you credit me. For the work of Ozmo, Kurese, Nivea, RAIR, Madcat221, and Robert2, follow their guidelines (credit them). ===Credits=== Ozmo for the IvyArmor for HGEC http://www.tesnexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=20713 Kurese for Diano HGEC Armor http://www.tesnexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=19172 Nivea for Diano Robert Armor (much altered) http://www.tesnexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=21709 RAIAR and Madcat221, for HG EyeCandy Body http://www.tesnexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=15802 Robert2 For Robert\'s Male Body v4 http://www.tesnexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=14942 Bethesda for making Oblivion NIFTOOLs for making nifscope and the 3dsMax NIF exporter.
A cosmetic mod for Oblivion that adds eye-catching armor to arena gladiators, inspired by historical showmanship. With 145 endorsements and 4,236 downloads, it's a niche but appreciated addition for players wanting more visual flair in the arena.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 145 endorsements from players who liked it
- Decent download count (4,236) shows it's been tried by many
- Adds flavor to arena fights, making them more visually interesting
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2009 — may have compatibility issues with modern Oblivion setups
- Description is cut off, leaving features vague beyond the armor addition
For Oblivion players who enjoy cosmetic tweaks that add historical flavor to the arena. If you're into gladiator aesthetics and want more visual variety in fights, this is for you. Skip if you're looking for gameplay overhauls or if you prefer lore-friendly, realistic armor.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's an older mod, consider using a mod manager like OBMM or Wrye Bash to avoid overwriting issues.
- Check the mod's file structure after download to ensure you place the meshes and textures in the correct Oblivion Data folder.
- If you use other arena mods, test for conflicts by loading this mod last in your load order.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Oblivion Mods
- Author
- EbeneezerSquid
- Version
- 1.1
- Downloads
- 4,236
- Endorsements
- 145
- Category
- Gameplay Effects and Changes
- Created
- 1/26/2009
- Updated
- 1/26/2009
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