Give Me Back My Gray Prince Dammit
⚪ Last updated 2019⚠️ 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
- 👍 1.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #22 of 51 NPC mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Description
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Simple mod that gives back the original color of the Gray Prince after this being changed by Oblivion Character Overhaul
Installation
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Activate the .esp and put this mod below Oblivion Character Overhaul v2 and any OCOv2 patch
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A tiny cosmetic fix for Oblivion that restores the Gray Prince's original skin color, which was altered by the game's default settings. With 592 endorsements and over 54,000 downloads, it's a popular, lightweight mod for players who want the character to look as intended.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 592 endorsements and 54k downloads—clearly a lot of people wanted this fix.
- Does exactly what it says: gives the Gray Prince his original color back. No bloat, no extra features.
- Zero hassle—just drop it in and you're done. Perfect for a quick visual improvement.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2019, so it might not be tested with the latest Oblivion patches or mod setups.
- Only affects one NPC's appearance—if you're looking for broader visual overhauls, this won't cut it.
- No documentation or install instructions provided by the author, so you're on your own if you're new to modding.
For Oblivion players who notice the Gray Prince's off-color skin and want a quick, lore-friendly fix. Skip if you're after major graphical overhauls or gameplay changes—this is purely cosmetic and very narrow in scope.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since this is a simple replacer, just drop the files into your Oblivion Data folder and enable the mod in your launcher or mod manager.
- If you use a mod manager like Wrye Bash or Vortex, install it through there to keep your load order clean.
- Make sure no other mods alter the Gray Prince's appearance, or they might conflict—check your load order for any NPC overhaul mods.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Oblivion Mods
- Author
- monkeyangie
- Version
- 1.3
- Downloads
- 54,305
- Endorsements
- 592
- Category
- NPC
- Created
- 4/23/2019
- Updated
- 4/24/2019
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