Vagabonds Real Katanas Part 1
⚪ Last updated 2008⚠️ 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
- 👍 2.5% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #48 of 106 Weapons mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Replaces the unique Akaviri Katanas with custom meshes of my own creation - Godai and Itami. Both have saya (sheaths) for both one and two handed versions.
Godai replaces: Akaviri Sunderblade (2 handed) Akaviri Warblade (1 handed)
Vagabonds Real Katanas Part 1 is a weapon mod for Oblivion that replaces the unique Akaviri Katanas with custom meshes, Godai and Itami, featuring sheaths for both one- and two-handed versions. It's a cosmetic overhaul for players who want more authentic-looking katanas.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 857 endorsements and over 34k downloads.
- Adds authentic-looking katanas with sheaths, a nice touch for immersion.
- Simple replacement mod—no compatibility headaches for most load orders.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2008—may have issues with newer Oblivion versions or mods.
- Only replaces two weapons, so limited scope if you want a full katana overhaul.
- No screenshots or detailed install instructions provided by the author.
For Oblivion players who want more realistic katanas for the Akaviri weapons. If you're a completionist or roleplayer who values weapon aesthetics, this is a solid pick. Skip if you want gameplay changes—this is purely visual.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a simple replacer, just drop the files into your Data folder and enable the mod in the launcher.
- Make sure you have the original Akaviri weapons in your inventory to see the new models.
- If you use a mod manager like OBMM or Wrye Bash, install it through that to keep your load order clean.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Oblivion Mods
- Author
- Vagabond
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 34,536
- Endorsements
- 857
- Category
- Weapons
- Created
- 7/23/2006
- Updated
- 1/7/2008
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