Insanitys Ebony Sword Replacer
⚪ Last updated 2013⚠️ 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.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 1.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #13 of 106 Weapons mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data
Insanitys Ebony Sword Replacer is a simple mesh and texture replacer for the Ebony Longsword, Claymore, and Shortsword in Skyrim, ported from the original Skyrim release. It's a cosmetic overhaul for players who dislike the default ebony blade designs. With 1,148 endorsements and 96,011 downloads, it's a popular choice for visual variety.
✨ Key Features
Replaces the mesh and texture for the Ebony Longsword, Ebony Claymore, and Ebony Shortsword.
Ported from the original Skyrim release by the same author.
Simple replacer—no new items or gameplay changes.
High endorsement count (1,148) indicates community approval.
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 1,148 endorsements and 96,011 downloads—clearly a fan favorite.
- Simple drop-in replacer—no new items or scripts to worry about.
- Gives the ebony swords a fresh look if you're tired of the vanilla designs.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2013—may not be compatible with the latest Skyrim Special Edition or Anniversary Edition without patches.
- Only covers three ebony sword types—no changes to other ebony weapons like war axes or maces.
- No screenshots or detailed previews in the description, so you're going in blind on the new look.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want a visual overhaul of the ebony swords without adding new content. If you're a completionist who likes to customize every weapon's appearance, this is a quick fix. Skip if you're on Special Edition or want gameplay changes—this is purely cosmetic and may need compatibility work.
For Skyrim players who want a visual overhaul of the ebony swords without adding new content. If you're a completionist who likes to customize every weapon's appearance, this is a quick fix. Skip if you're on Special Edition or want gameplay changes—this is purely cosmetic and may need compatibility work.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute
💡 Beginner Tips
- If you're on Skyrim Special Edition, check if the mod has an SE version or use a mod manager to convert the meshes—otherwise it may not work.
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to easily install and uninstall—this mod is just loose files, so manual install is also fine.
- Make a backup of your original ebony sword meshes if you want to revert, but since it's a replacer, uninstalling the mod restores the originals.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Oblivion Mods
- Author
- InsanitySorrow
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 96,011
- Endorsements
- 1,148
- Category
- Weapons
- Created
- 6/28/2013
- Updated
- 6/28/2013
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