The Black Mirror - A Necromancer Shop
⚪ Last updated 2022⚠️ 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
- 👍 3.7% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #30 of 33 Mercantiles (shops, stores, inns, taverns, etc) mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
The Black Mirror
A Necromancer Shop
Description
Hidden along the north wall of the Market District in the Imperial City, lies The Black Mirror; a necromancer shop catering to the wicked. There, the player will be able to purchase items that are crucial for the practicing necromancer as well as the ability to create Black Soul Gems by performing a rather diabolical ritual.
Features
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[]Spooky decorations.[/]
[]Custom sounds.[/]
[]Custom models.[/]
[]An enchantment chamber.[/]
[]An alchemy chamber, complete with its own set of static Master Apparatuses and a witch's cauldron that provides a magicka boost once a day.[/]
[]A convenient location to buy Necromancer Robes, rare ingredients, soul gems, and summoning spells.[/]
[]An alternative way to create Black Soul Gems by performing a hellish ritual that requires fresh human hearts that have been harvested from your enemies.[/]
Fresh Human Hearts are required to perform the black soul gem ritual. The hearts are harvested off of dead NPCs (except creatures) using a unique tool called the "Heart Extraction Tool", which can be purchased from the shopkeeper. With the extraction tool equipped, stand over a dead NPC and hold down the attack button to begin the procedure. With the attack button held, it may take several seconds for the heart to be extracted, and a splat of blood will appear on the victim indicating that the heart has been extracted and the procedure has been completed.
Compatibility & Other Notes
Any mod that adds to or alters the Market District may conflict with the area where the shop entrance is located. Better Cities is already compatible with the provided patch in the files tab. If you're using ImpeREAL City - Unique Districts, Dispensation made a patch for it here.
Also, thanks to Dispensation, he was kind enough to provide audio for Cedrick's lines using the power of Eleven Labs software. Now you can hear Cedrick's voice rather than silent mumble. You can download the add-on here.
Installation
Prerequisites: xOBSE
Extract the contents of the zip file into your data directory and then activate the plugin.
Credits
[*]meo3000 for the aweso
Adds a hidden necromancer shop to the Market District of the Imperial City in Oblivion. A niche location mod with 179 endorsements and nearly 5,000 downloads, last updated in December 2022. For players seeking new immersive spaces without major gameplay changes.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 179 endorsements and nearly 5,000 downloads.
- Adds a fresh hidden location to a familiar area, giving explorers something new to find.
- Simple concept that fits the vanilla game's aesthetic without overhauling the city.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in December 2022—could have compatibility issues with newer mods or patches.
- Small scope: only one shop, so if you're looking for a major content expansion, this isn't it.
For Oblivion players who enjoy discovering hidden nooks and want a bit of dark flavor in the Imperial City. If you're a completionist who likes exploring every corner, this is a neat addition. Skip if you want quests or complex mechanics—this is purely a location mod.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check the Market District thoroughly—the shop is hidden, so look for unusual doors or alleys.
- If you use a mod manager like OBMM or Wrye Bash, install it through that to keep your load order clean.
- Since it's a simple location mod, you can place it anywhere in your load order, but putting it near other city mods might cause conflicts—test if you have many.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Oblivion Mods
- Author
- DavaScript
- Version
- 1.3
- Downloads
- 4,892
- Endorsements
- 179
- Category
- Mercantiles (shops, stores, inns, taverns, etc)
- Created
- 10/28/2021
- Updated
- 12/16/2022
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