Thieves Arsenal
⚪ Last updated 2010⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 1.5% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #14 of 127 Miscellaneous mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
IMPORTANT NOTE #1: If Basso doesn\'t have anything for sale when you visit him, climb the ladder to the second floor of his shop and activate the \"Strange Candle\" there. Now he will be fully stocked. IMPORTANT NOTE #2: If Basso asks you to find some jade amulets, don\'t bother. They are part of Mission One, which has not been released yet, so they don\'t yet exist in the game. UPDATED 1. 1. 07 Download the patch only if you have previously downloaded the full mod (v1. 1). Otherwise download the complete package. See below for change list. Thieves Arsenal brings the stealth tools of the venerable Thief series to Oblivion. Become one with the shadows and outwit your adversaries: Blackjack, for knocking people unconscious; Vine Arrows, which can be shot into rooftops and ledges to create a climbable vine; Noisemaker Arrows, for distracting opponents while you sneak past undetected; Water Arrows, for extinguishing lights; Grease Arrows, to create slippery traps which can damage or knock out the unwary; Holy Water Arrows, for repelling the undead; Gas Arrows, to send guards off for a long nap. In addition to the new tools, Thieves Arsenal introduces several new behaviors to NPCs and creatures, providing more realistic AI reactions. A full description of the mod can be found here Note that Thieves Arsenal REQUIRES Oblivion Script Extender v0009 or later. OBSE can be downloaded here. Enjoy! CHANGE LIST v1. 5 -Fix chests not appearing on Odd Jobs in Ayleid Ruins -Fix Basso not selling arrows consistently -Fix some AI issues with the kid, and allow players to get Odd Jobs directly from Basso if the kid doesn\'t behave. -Include missing IronHangingLamp meshes -Some other stuff.
Thieves Arsenal adds Thief series-inspired tools to Oblivion, including blackjacks, water arrows, gas arrows, noisemakers, grease arrows, holy water, and rope/vine arrows. It also introduces new AI behavior to enhance stealth gameplay. A classic mod with over 3,500 endorsements, last updated in 2010.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust with 3,546 endorsements and 230k downloads.
- Adds a ton of iconic Thief tools that change how you approach stealth.
- New AI behavior makes stealth more dynamic, not just new items.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2010 — likely outdated for current Oblivion versions and may need compatibility patches.
- Description is cut off, so full feature list and install instructions are incomplete.
- No mention of dependencies or compatibility with other mods, so expect potential conflicts.
For Oblivion stealth players who loved the Thief series and want new tools to spice up their sneaking. Also for mod collectors who appreciate classic, well-endorsed content. Skip if you prefer modern, actively maintained mods.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since the mod is from 2010, check if you're using Oblivion with the latest patches and consider using a mod manager like Wrye Bash to handle load order.
- Test the new arrows in a safe save before using them in critical missions to see how the AI behavior changes.
- Look for compatibility patches if you use other stealth or AI overhaul mods, as the AI changes might conflict.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Oblivion Mods
- Author
- scruggs
- Version
- 1.5
- Downloads
- 230,894
- Endorsements
- 3,546
- Category
- Miscellaneous
- Created
- 3/11/2007
- Updated
- 3/29/2010
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