The Return Of The Dark Brotherhood
⚪ Last updated 2012⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 4.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #78 of 94 Quests And Adventures mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
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\"So why do they wish to see me?\"
\"Why else? You\'re the Listener, the one to whom the Night Mother speaks...\"
\"...well...\"
\"...for the time being, at least...\"
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Some period of time after the purge of the traitor from the ranks of the Black Hand, the remaining members from all over Tamriel have come together and begun rebuilding the broken Guild back to it\'s former glory...
As the Listener, you have been approached in your sleep by a new initiate to the Dark Brotherhood, and he has a message for you from a high ranking member of the Family...
This quest mod increases the storyline of the Dark Brotherhood Guild, and is to be played after you become the Listener; simply go to sleep after installing the mod, and you will be greeted by someone...
The Return Of The Dark Brotherhood consists of 17 Main Quests:
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aaaRDBQuest01 - \"Rebirth From The Ashes\"
After the destruction of most of the members of the Dark Brotherhood, the factions from around Tamriel have brought their members together to reform the guild back to it\'s former glory, and they require the audience of The Listener as soon as possible for certain \"pressing matters\"...
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aaaRDBQuest02 - \"One Dark And Foggy Night\"
You have been tasked with the killing of a dishonest merchant, who will be making a stop-over at an inn in the woods west of the Imperial City; you must find and kill him quickly, before he leaves at dawn\'s first light...
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aaaRDBQuest03 - \"Fixing A Leak\"
After the events that took place in the cellar of the Lighthouse in Anvil, while the lighthouse keeper swore to secrecy the things the traitor got up to, it seems his lips have become unstuck; silence the old man before his venomous rumors taint the Brotherhood any further...
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aaaRDBQuest04 - \"It\'s A Family Thing\"
A member of a rich family has discovered that his family\'s private tomb has become infested with a clan of Vampires; you must go to the crypt, and swiftly deal with their leader, and every other creature of the night taking up residence in the tomb...
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aaaRDBQuest05 - \"The Trials Of The Black Hands\"
After completing the initiation, you are to receive a single contract from each of the ten Speakers in the Hall Of Elders; once you complete it, you are to return to receive your next...
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aaaRDBQuest06 - \"Dishonor Thy Father\"
A tyrant of a father has taken his own son hostage on their family estate🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data
A quest mod for Skyrim that continues the Dark Brotherhood storyline after the purification, as surviving members rebuild the guild. With 663 endorsements and 15,794 downloads, it offers an unofficial epilogue for fans of the faction. Last updated in 2012, so compatibility with current game versions is uncertain.
✨ Key Features
Continues the Dark Brotherhood storyline after the purge of the traitor from the Black Hand.
Features the remaining members from across Tamriel rebuilding the guild.
Adds new quests and adventures in the Quests and Adventures category.
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Solid community backing with 663 endorsements and over 15k downloads.
- Fills a niche for players who want more Dark Brotherhood content after the main questline.
- Author Emerald Demond has a track record in the modding community.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2012 — likely outdated and may conflict with current Skyrim versions or DLC.
- Potential for bugs or incompatibilities due to age and lack of updates.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who loved the Dark Brotherhood questline and crave an unofficial continuation. If you're a lore enthusiast or roleplayer wanting to see the guild's resurgence, this is for you. Skip if you prefer modern, actively maintained mods or want significant gameplay overhauls.
For Skyrim players who loved the Dark Brotherhood questline and crave an unofficial continuation. If you're a lore enthusiast or roleplayer wanting to see the guild's resurgence, this is for you. Skip if you prefer modern, actively maintained mods or want significant gameplay overhauls.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 5 minutes
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since the mod is from 2012, check if you're using the Legendary Edition or Special Edition and look for compatibility patches.
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to avoid overwriting important game files.
- Load this mod after the main questline mods to ensure proper quest triggers.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Oblivion Mods
- Author
- Emerald Demond
- Version
- v1.0
- Downloads
- 15,794
- Endorsements
- 663
- Category
- Quests And Adventures
- Created
- 10/21/2011
- Updated
- 4/8/2012
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