aMidianBorn Steel Plate Armor
⚪ Last updated 2012⚠️ Install Order · 3 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
- 🏆 #134 of 453 Models and Textures mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
High Resolution Texture-Replacer for the Steelplate Armor
Distribution permission: This file is a Nexus-exclusive-release, please respect my decision and DO NOT reupload it elsewhere.... I did not give, or want to give permission for any kind of reupload!
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>>> male and female > each set with its own details!
>>> Anything has been redone from scratch: diffuse- ,specular- ,enviromental- and about 60% of normal-maps.
>>> Textures have same resolution as the official dlc pack (2k Chestplates 1k helmet gloves boots) any pc configuration should be able to handle it without fps loss.
>>> this work should also be compatible with anything, including mods that are using a part or parts of steelplate armor.
>>> a chainmail version is now available chose just one file
>>> INSTALLATION: to install just drop the "textures-folder" inside your data-folder or use mod manager.
Thanks (as usual) to red wine, to my dogs,to a mad season (yep the grunge group),to U. F. O. (yep the flying green ones),silver surfer, to old cars, to my favourite cigarettes.
Video: refer to video section
i really like to see user screenshots with my textures, it helps me a lot to understand how i can improve my work. in this mod i will use just your shots,not my terrible ones: this is a list of contributors so far, all my gratitude mates:
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This mod replaces the steel plate armor in Skyrim with high-quality textures and models by CaBaL. It's a popular visual upgrade with over 15,000 endorsements and 325,000 downloads, last updated in 2012. For players who want a more detailed and realistic look for this armor set.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 15,469 endorsements and 325k downloads
- Simple texture/model replacer – no gameplay changes, just better looks
- From CaBaL, a well-known mod author in the Skyrim modding scene
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2012 – might have compatibility issues with newer Skyrim versions or mods
- Only affects steel plate armor – if you want other armors improved, you'll need more mods
For Skyrim players who want a quick visual upgrade to steel plate armor without altering gameplay. If you're a completionist who wants every armor set to look its best, this is a solid pick. Skip if you're looking for new armor variants or gameplay tweaks – this is purely cosmetic.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a texture/model replacer, just drop the files into your Data folder or use a mod manager – no load order worries.
- If you're using other texture mods, install this one after them so it overwrites correctly.
- Check the mod's file structure to ensure you're placing files in the right directories – some replacers require specific folder paths.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- CaBaL
- Version
- 2
- Downloads
- 325,857
- Endorsements
- 15,469
- Category
- Models and Textures
- Created
- 7/19/2012
- Updated
- 11/26/2012
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