Xenius Custom Races - The Falmer
⚪ 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
- 👍 4.5% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #2 of 125 Races, Classes and Birthsigns mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
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Name: The Falmer
Author: Xenius
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1: Description
2: Update List
3: Install\Uninstall
4: Version history
5: Known Issues
6: Requirements
8: Tools Used
10: Licensing
11: Author's Note
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1. Description
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This mod adds the Falmer race to the game, a race which appears Elder Scrolls lore.
The Falmer, like many elves, were proud people with an unusually
high skill at magic. They had a strong resistance to frost as their
skin was coated with a thin layer of blue-white ice. The type of
dwellings they lived in is unknown.
Destruction - 10
Conjuration - 10
Illusion - 10
Mysticism - 10
Alteration - 5
Strength - 30
Endurance - 40
Agility - 30
Personality - 30
Intelligence - 45
Willpower - 45
Freezing Blood
Frost Guardian
Paralyzing Cold
Eyes: 20 unique eyes made especially for this race
Hairstyles: 18 (Ren only)
Gender: both male and female are included.
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2. Update List
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3. Install\Uninstall
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Use 7zip to extract the files.
Move the Data folder to the Oblivion folder.
Move the Data folder to the Nehrim folder, replace the .esp
file with the one found in the "Optional ESP Files" folder.
Replace the .esp file with the one found in the folder mentioned above.
Remove the following two files
X. Falmer.esp
X. Falmer.bsa
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4. Version History
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1. 0 Release
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5. Known Issues
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6. Requirements
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HG EyeCandy Body
or Robert Female Body
Robert Male Body
Oblivion Patch v1. 2. 0416
Custom Race fixes:
Unofficial Oblivion Patch v1. 2. 0416
Custom Race Fix + Boethia Shrine Custom Race Fix
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Thanks to throttlekitty for the Head06 resource
Thanks to CapsAdmin for the PSD reso
Adds a playable Falmer race to Skyrim, created by the author as a personal interpretation before the game's release. With 111 endorsements and 2,467 downloads, it's a niche mod for players who want to experience the game as the blinded elves. Last updated in 2018, it may not be compatible with the latest Skyrim versions.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Niche appeal for lore enthusiasts who want to play as the Falmer.
- Decent download count (2,467) shows some interest in this race mod.
- Simple concept: adds a race, no complex mechanics to learn.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2018 — may be incompatible with current Skyrim versions.
- Only 111 endorsements, so it's a niche mod with a small following.
For Skyrim players who want to roleplay as a Falmer and don't mind a mod that's been dormant since 2018. If you're a lore buff looking for a unique race experience, this might scratch that itch. Skip if you want a polished, actively maintained race mod with lots of features.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since the mod is from 2018, check if your Skyrim version is compatible before installing.
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to easily enable/disable the mod if issues arise.
- Look for patches or compatibility notes in the comments section, as the description is sparse.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Oblivion Mods
- Author
- deleted726673
- Version
- v1.0
- Downloads
- 2,467
- Endorsements
- 111
- Category
- Races, Classes and Birthsigns
- Created
- 11/15/2018
- Updated
- 11/15/2018
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