Diablo-like Goblins
⚪ Last updated 2018⚠️ 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
- 👍 0.3% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #8 of 35 Animals, Creatures, Mounts & Horses mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
I always found it hard to get over whenever those long-eared ape-like Goblins got the upper hand in combat, judging by how fugly they were and how their screams were almost unbearable.. This mod tweaks their head model to look closer to the Fallen Ones from the Diablo games, they're even animated. Also comes with optional sound replacers.
This mod remodels Goblin heads in Skyrim, removing the ape-like muzzle and adding a big nose and changed ears. It includes an optional sound replacer. With 442 endorsements and 154,434 downloads, it's a popular cosmetic tweak for players who want a more classic fantasy look for Goblins.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 442 endorsements and over 154k downloads
- Gives Goblins a more classic fantasy look instead of the vanilla ape-like appearance
- Optional sound replacer adds extra immersion for a small file size
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2018, so may not be compatible with the latest Skyrim versions or other mods
- Only affects head geometry and sounds, not textures or other Goblin features
- No screenshots or detailed install instructions provided by the author
For Skyrim players who think vanilla Goblins look too ape-like and want a quick cosmetic fix. If you're into creature overhauls or just want a more traditional goblin appearance, this is a lightweight option. Skip if you're looking for gameplay changes or full creature retextures.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a mesh replacer, make sure to place it after other mods that alter Goblin meshes in your load order to ensure it takes effect.
- If you use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2, you can preview the files before installing to see exactly what's being replaced.
- The optional sound replacer is separate, so you can choose to install only the head mesh if you prefer the original sounds.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Oblivion Mods
- Author
- User_1926808
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 154,434
- Endorsements
- 442
- Category
- Animals, Creatures, Mounts & Horses
- Created
- 4/17/2018
- Updated
- 9/14/2018
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