Black Mage Armor
⚪ Last updated 2015⚠️ 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
- 🏆 #111 of 329 Armour mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Features
Cloth
College Set, Mantled Set, Archmage Set, 2 circlets, and the Black Mage Mask which can be worn with any of the hoods or helmets.
Found under the Misc section at the forge.
Light
College Set, Mantled Set, Archmage Set, Steel Set, Steel Archmage Set, Ebony Set, and Ebony Archmage Set.
Found under the Leather, Steel, and Ebony sections at the forge.
Heavy
Steel Set, Steel Archmage Set, Ebony Set, and Ebony Archmage Set.
Found under the Steel and Ebony sections at the forge.
Perk Bonuses
Some sets will benefit from perks you have acquired such as Mage Armor, Matching Set, or Well Fitted.
Optional Smithing Requirements
Cloth will be available for crafting right away, but in order to craft Light and Heavy versions you must either obtain the required smithing perks or craft a Black Mage Focusing Gem at the forge. If you decide not to use the Focusing Gem, then you will be required to obtain Steel Smithing, Advanced Armor Smithing, and Glass Smithing for the Light Armors and Orcish Smithing and Ebony Smithing for the Heavy Armors.
Archmage Requirements
Black Archmage versions of the armor will become available for you to craft as soon as you've become the Archmage of Winterhold. Pre-echanted versions of the Black Archmage Armor can be obtained from a locked chest in the Archmage's Quarters, the key required to open it is the same key given to you when you become Archmage.
Installing
Use Mod Organizer, the Nexus Mod Manager, or extract the . 7z file and place the Black Mage Armor.bsa and the Black Mage Armor.esp into your Skyrim\Data folder. Enable the Black Mage Armor.esp in the Skyrim Launcher under the Data Files section. You should overwrite all files when updating.
Uninstalling
Remove the following:
Skyrim\Data
- []Black Mage Armor.esp
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]Black Mage Armor.bsaFAQ
Q1: Why does my beard clip through my mask?
A1: Your beard clips through your mask because there is no way to disable it when your mask is equipped. You'll notice that instead of fixing this problem for the Shrouded Cowl, Bethesda sim
Black Mage Armor is a standalone armor mod for Skyrim that adds Cloth, Light, and Heavy armor sets. All sets are craftable, enchantable, and upgradable, and can be worn by any race and gender. With over 11,000 endorsements, it's a popular choice for players seeking versatile mage-themed gear.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust with 11,819 endorsements and 252k downloads
- Three armor weight classes give you options for any playstyle
- Works for every race and gender, so no character is left out
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2015 — may need compatibility patches for newer Skyrim versions
- No screenshots or detailed crafting info in the description, so you're flying blind until you try it
- Standalone means it doesn't integrate with leveled lists — you'll have to craft everything yourself
For Skyrim players who want a stylish mage armor set that fits any character, whether you're a pure caster, spellsword, or battlemage. If you prefer loot-based discovery over crafting, this might not be your thing.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to install and manage this mod easily.
- Since it's standalone, you'll need to craft the armor at a forge — check the smithing category for the recipes.
- If you're on Skyrim Special Edition, look for a port or use a compatibility patch, as this mod was made for the original Skyrim.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- Reko
- Version
- 3.2
- Downloads
- 252,712
- Endorsements
- 11,819
- Category
- Armour
- Created
- 2/14/2012
- Updated
- 2/12/2015
🔗 Required By 1 Mod
These mods list this mod as a dependency.
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