Caldera Update

⭐ — (63 endorsements) 📥 2,737 downloads 📌 v2.1 📅 12/21/2009
⚪ Last updated 2010

By Marine OKeefe · Cities, Towns, Villages and Hamlets

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 5/18/2010 📅 Created: 12/21/2009
⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
1🛠️ OBSE — Oblivion Script Extender Download ↗
2🔧 UOP — Unofficial Oblivion Patch Download ↗

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

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 2.3% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #31 of 35 Cities, Towns, Villages and Hamlets mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

The Elder Scrolls IV Oblivion Caldera Update, Version 2. 1, 5-18-10 Requires: Shivering Isles Made By: Marine OKeefe Expanded By: David Brasher ************************************************************** 1. INSTALLING THE PLUGIN *********************************************************** NOTE: This version of the mod is no longer under development. The version which is still receiving bug-fixes, revisions, and additions of new content is merged into Vampire Hunting - Order of the Virtuous Blood at: http://www.tesnexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=30568 This mod is big and my Internet connection is unstable, so the mod comes in two parts: 300_Caldera Update Part 1 of 2, and 300_Caldera Update Part 2 of 2. Install them both the same way: 1- Place the downloaded \"Data\" folder into your \"Oblivion/Data\" folder. If asks to overwrite or merge, choose \"Yes\". 2- When launching the game, select data files and check the box by \"300_Caldera Update.esp.\" *********************************************************** 2. Mod Description ************************************************************** Big new update making the mod into much more than just the town of Caldera in Morrowind. There are now quite a few dungeons and quests. There is quite a bit of dialog. There are new items. Creeper the merchant buys and sells things. The issue of lag has been worked on. Proportioning has been changed. The world map has been added. The worldspace around Caldera is now playable. There are enemies in the wilderness. You reach Caldera by use of a mage Guild Portal on the second floor of the Cheydinhal Mages\' Guild. The fee for using the guild guide\'s services is 35 Septims. Caldera Contains: - 8 Dungeons including: Uveran Ancestral Tomb Shushishi - Bandit Cave Ramimilk - Daedric Shrine Ruin Indalen Ancestral Tomb Heleran Ancestral Tomb Ashanammu - Cave with hostile NPC\'s Abaelun Mine - Diamond Mine - 3 Quests: Nedhelas Aeta Wave-Breaker Elmussa Damori - A possible Player-Owned Home. - 8 or so Factions including: Caldera Civilians Caldera Guards Caldera Mining Company Great House Hlaalu - 31 or so Unique Scripts - 8 or so Uniquely Enchanted Items including: Silver Staff of Peace Stormhand Ring Silver Viperslayer Mage\'s Ring Veloth\'s Robe Devil Cephalopod Helmet ShadowWeave Ring Silver Flameslayer - 12 New Books (Many from Morrowind) - 6 or so Clothing Items - 4 or so Armor Items - 8 or so Weapons - 21 or so New Container types -40 or so New Static Objects Imperial Tapestry Dunmer Tapestry Dunmer Tomb Tileset Daedric Shrine Ruin Tileset - 78 or so Fully Implemented and Unique NPCs - 4 or so New Potions Matze Sujamma Altmeri Wine -14 or so New Ingredients -3 New Regions Caldera Region West Gash Region Ashland Region -551+ Cells -170 or so New AI Packages 32973+ Total Objects

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Caldera Update is an Oblivion mod that recreates the town of Caldera from Morrowind, adding shopping, three quests, and eight dungeons. With 63 endorsements and over 2,700 downloads, it's a niche addition for fans of the original game seeking new content.

✨ Key Features

Adds the town of Caldera from Morrowind to Oblivion
Includes shopping opportunities
Features three quests
Adds eight dungeons to explore

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Brings a piece of Morrowind into Oblivion for nostalgic fans
  • Packs a decent amount of content: three quests and eight dungeons
  • Decent community interest with 63 endorsements and 2,737 downloads

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2010, so it may have compatibility issues with modern Oblivion versions
  • Limited to a single town, so it's not a massive overhaul
🎯 Is This For You?
For Oblivion players who are also Morrowind fans and want to revisit Caldera in a new engine. Also for those seeking additional quests and dungeons without a full overhaul. Skip if you prefer lore-friendly additions that fit seamlessly into Cyrodiil's setting.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Since the mod is from 2010, consider using a mod manager like Oblivion Mod Manager to avoid conflicts.
  • Check the mod's file structure after download to ensure it's placed correctly in your Data folder.
  • If you encounter crashes, try using BOSS or LOOT to sort your load order.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Oblivion Mods
Author
Marine OKeefe
Version
2.1
Downloads
2,737
Endorsements
63
Category
Cities, Towns, Villages and Hamlets
Created
12/21/2009
Updated
5/18/2010

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