Weapon Improvement Project
⚪ Last updated 2014⚠️ 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
- 👍 1.6% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #21 of 485 Models And Textures mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
================= Requirements: =================
Oblivion 1. 2. 0416
================= Description: =================
This is a project that aims (over time) to replace the vanilla weapon meshes and textures with completely new and more detailed replacements. The new replacements are based on the original designs.
Replaced so far:
Iron Dagger Iron Bow Iron Battle Axe Iron Mace Iron Longsword Iron Claymore Steel Shortsword Steel Longsword Club
Ebony Dagger
Blade of Woe Mehrune's Razor Goldbrand Mace of the Crusader Sword of the Crusader
================= W. I. P Plugin (Optional) =================
Included is an optional plugin file that gives a unique appearance to rusty weapons and any fine weapons that don't have alternatives (Iron Bow for example)
================= Installation =================
1. Extract the contents of the ZIP folder into your Data folder 2. (Optional) Activate the Weapon Improvement Project.esp
================= Un-Installation: =================
1. (Optional) Delete the Weapon Improvement Project.esp 2. Delete the files/folders associated with the mod
================= Contact: =================
InsanitySorrow @ TES Alliance
================= Credits: =================
Thanks to Bethesda for creating Oblivion.
================= Tools Used: =================
Insanity's ReadMe Generator Photoshop CS5 Blender Marmoset Toolbag
================= Licensing/Legal: =================
You may use this as you wish as long as you don't charge money for it and you credit me for any work used.
Please do not re-host this file without my explicit permission.
================== Modder's Will: ==================
If I am offline for six months or longer and do not respond to any attempts made at contacting me, I give full Ownership of my Projects to TES Alliance.
TES Alliance are free to modify/redistribute/remove as they see fit.
Weapon Improvement Project by InsanitySorrow replaces vanilla weapon meshes and textures with more detailed versions based on original designs. With 7,161 endorsements and 443,440 downloads, it's a popular visual overhaul for players seeking enhanced weapon fidelity. Last updated in 2014, so compatibility with current game versions may be uncertain.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust (7,161 endorsements) — this is a well-loved visual overhaul.
- Massive download count (443,440) shows it's been a go-to for years.
- Stays true to vanilla designs, so it enhances without feeling out of place.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2014 — likely outdated for current game versions, may need patches.
- No explicit compatibility info or requirements listed, so you're on your own for load order.
- Project is 'over time' — not all weapons may be covered yet, so expect inconsistencies.
For players who want sharper, more detailed weapons without straying from the original art style. Ideal for visual purists who prefer subtle upgrades over flashy overhauls. Skip if you're on a newer game version or want gameplay changes — this is purely cosmetic.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's an older mod, check if there are compatibility patches for your game version before installing.
- Use a mod manager to easily toggle the mod on/off if you encounter visual glitches.
- If you're on a newer version, consider looking for community updates or alternatives.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Oblivion Mods
- Author
- InsanitySorrow
- Version
- 1.9
- Downloads
- 443,440
- Endorsements
- 7,161
- Category
- Models And Textures
- Created
- 7/30/2013
- Updated
- 8/6/2014
🔗 Required By 3 Mods
These mods list this mod as a dependency.
🧩 Commonly Used Together
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