Elven Map Redux
⚪ Last updated 2008⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 2.8% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #18 of 485 Models And Textures mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Version 2 of my Elven Map mod (v1. 0 went by the name \"Elven Cartographers\"). This mod changes the default brown map to a full colour map with a slightly \"elven\" feel to it, accurately detailing all the changes in landscape type across the whole of Cyrodiil. Also included are new full colour 3-D map icons (including a better door icon for the local map), as well as a more detailed \"You Are Here\" arrow marker and quest markers. Changes since v1. 0 : + Map has been completely re-coloured and reworked. All colours are now more vivid and accurate. + Elven texture toned down in some areas (and enhanced in others) to give more variation. + Map names are now less distorted and are easier to read. + Mapped out the proper transition regions between different land types. Map now accurately reflects the true extent of the mountain ranges, grass lands, golden plains and so on. + New 3-D coloured map icons; more varied and less obtrusive than the originals. Unique colours for each icon make for easier navigation. + Used different .dds format to avoid blurring and loss of colour fidelity due to in-game resizing (the files are now a bit larger but I felt the quality gain was worth the size trade-off). ***NOTE You can discuss this mod here: http://www.elderscrolls.com/forums/index.php?act=ST&f=25&t=542817
Elven Map Redux is a texture mod that replaces the default brown map with a full-color version featuring an elven aesthetic, accurately detailing landscape types. It is version 2 of the original Elven Cartographers mod, with high community support (14,523 endorsements) and over half a million downloads, though it has not been updated since 2008.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust with 14,523 endorsements and over half a million downloads
- Full-color map is a massive visual upgrade over the vanilla brown
- Elven aesthetic gives the map a unique fantasy vibe
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2008 — likely outdated for modern game versions
- Author unknown, so no support or future updates expected
For Oblivion players who want a more immersive, colorful map that fits an elven theme. Perfect for roleplayers and those who appreciate subtle visual overhauls. Skip if you're on a newer game version or expect active maintenance.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since the mod is from 2008, check if your game version is compatible before installing.
- If you use a mod manager, let it handle the file placement to avoid overwriting other map mods.
- Back up your original map textures if you want to revert easily.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Oblivion Mods
- Author
- Unknown
- Version
- 2
- Downloads
- 520,742
- Endorsements
- 14,523
- Category
- Models And Textures
- Created
- 4/15/2006
- Updated
- 1/7/2008
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