Xenius Custom Races - Lady Shadow
⚪ Last updated 2018⚠️ 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
- 👍 4.7% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #3 of 125 Races, Classes and Birthsigns mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Lady Shadow - Embodiment of Darkness
Introduction
A reworked story will be added in the near future.
There is a video included with the mod that tells part of the story, it plays automatically upon starting a new game with this particular race.
Description
This mod adds a new race to the game, called "Domina Obscura".
You are a mortal who simply served as a vessel
to travel from the dark realm, trough the world of dreams
to the real world. You were once human, now your body has
similarities to the dark goddess herself.
You are a mortal, with
the powers of a goddess.
Strength - 30
Endurance - 40
Agility - 30
Personality - 30
Intelligence - 50
Willpower - 45
Destruction - 10
Conjuration - 10
Illusion - 10
Mysticism - 10
Atrus Veneficus
Ranged spell that damages one target.
Atrus Vestis
Protective spell.
Damages one target on touch.
Visum in Obsucurum
Allows you to see in darkness.
Atra Flamma
Creates dark flames coming from your hands, will increase you destruction skill.
Atra Pluvia
Changes the weather into the darkest storm you've ever seen. Works best when using in bright daylight.
Aura Obscura
Surrounds your character by a dark aura, increases your sneak skill.
Gladius Obscurus
Creates two powerfull swords.
Ocula Obscura
Another weather changing spell, dark eyes appear in the sky allowing you to see any living creature.
This ability changes the appearance of your body, making you stronger.
This is the magical enery unique to the race. It is determined by your level.
Every ability will use a certain amount of Dark Vigor depending on the strength.
When using an ability a message will popup showing the current and maximum value.
You can not simply refill your Dark Vigor by buying a potion and using it or sleeping.
In the game world there are 3 "Stones of Corruption". One of them is near Vilverin, the
other ones you will have to find yourself.
At these stones you can convert Welkynd Stones into Dark Vigor Crystals. By using these
crystals you can refill your Dark Vigor completely.
Install / Uninstall
Use 7zip to extract the files.
Move the Data folder to the Oblivion folder.
Video\Xenius\Dea Obscura
Sound\fx\Xenius\Dea Obscura
X. Dea. Obscura.esp
X. Dea. Obscura.bsa
Version History
A compact race mod for Skyrim that lets you play as a mortal with dark goddess powers. Adds a custom race with unique abilities. 115 endorsements and last updated in 2018, so it's a niche but appreciated addition for players seeking a lore-friendly power fantasy.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Niche but dedicated following (115 endorsements)
- Fits a specific power fantasy for roleplayers
- Lightweight addition to your load order
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2018 — may have compatibility issues with current Skyrim versions
For Skyrim players who enjoy roleplaying as powerful, god-like characters and want a custom race to support that fantasy. Skip if you prefer lore-friendly, balanced gameplay or need extensive documentation.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since this mod adds a custom race, make sure to start a new game or use the 'showracemenu' console command to switch races.
- Check the mod's compatibility with other race overhauls you might have installed, as they can conflict.
- If you're using a mod manager, let it handle the file placement to avoid manual errors.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Oblivion Mods
- Author
- deleted726673
- Version
- v2.1
- Downloads
- 2,461
- Endorsements
- 115
- Category
- Races, Classes and Birthsigns
- Created
- 11/5/2018
- Updated
- 11/5/2018
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