The Secret of the Hidden Sun
⚪ Last updated 2010⚠️ 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
- 👍 2.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #68 of 90 Player homes mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
this mod adds two player homes to tamriel:
1. a big mansion with many rooms, guards and house maid, a port, a washhouse, servants\' quarters, a cistern, a prison... it is located on an island in the topal bay. 2. a huge ayleid palace with even more rooms and a nice ancient bath. this is located deep in the jerall mountains near the border to skyrim. to own the homes you have to finish a quest. during the quest you will have to spend lots of money, ~ 100. 000 septims depending on your skills and plugins that change the value of magical items. there are more than 1 ways to finish the quest. have a look at my other houses too: bruma: http://www.tesnexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=31835 cheydinhal: http://www.tesnexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=30257 skingrad: http://www.tesnexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=31245 bravil: http://www.tesnexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=33498 a lost inn: http://www.tesnexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=33700 the secret of the hidden sun: http://www.tesnexus.com/downloads/file.php?id=31382🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data
Adds two player homes to Tamriel: a large mansion on an island in Topal Bay and a huge Ayleid palace in the Jerall Mountains near the Skyrim border. A classic Oblivion mod from 2010 with modest community support.
✨ Key Features
Adds a big mansion on an island in Topal Bay
Adds a huge Ayleid palace in the Jerall Mountains near the Skyrim border
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Two distinct homes for the price of one—great value for players who want variety
- Ayleid palace offers a unique architectural style that stands out from standard homes
- Decent download count (2,834) shows it's been tried by a fair number of players
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2010—may have compatibility issues with modern Oblivion setups or mods
- Only 63 endorsements suggests a niche following, not a community favorite
🎯 Is This For You?
For Oblivion players who want extra housing options with a mix of island and mountain settings. If you're a completionist looking to own every property, this adds two more. Skip if you need fully furnished, feature-rich homes—this mod's description doesn't promise any extras.
For Oblivion players who want extra housing options with a mix of island and mountain settings. If you're a completionist looking to own every property, this adds two more. Skip if you need fully furnished, feature-rich homes—this mod's description doesn't promise any extras.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since this mod is from 2010, consider using a mod manager like OBMM or Wrye Bash to keep track of files and avoid conflicts.
- Check the mod's file structure after download—if it includes a .esp, make sure it's activated in your load order.
- If you're using other overhaul mods, test the homes early to ensure they don't clash with landscape changes.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Oblivion Mods
- Author
- side777
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 2,834
- Endorsements
- 63
- Category
- Player homes
- Created
- 4/27/2010
- Updated
- 7/30/2010
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