Cataract - A New Sword
⚪ Last updated 2016⚠️ Install Order · 3 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
Preview
🔍 Analysis
- 👍 2.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #51 of 177 Weapons mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Cataract By Billyro
Description
This mod adds a new sword to Skyrim by the name of Cataract.
Cataract is similar in stats to Ebony, though it swings a little bit faster. You can convert the sword to a one-handed sword (and back) at any forge.
You can find Cataract in Purewater Run, a cave south of Markarth.
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Low Resolution: half-sized textures for computers that need it.
DSR Patch by DPTheSlothKing (compilation) available here: http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/64647/
Compatibility
This mod should be compatible with everything. If a mod alters the Purewater Run, there may be a potential conflict, but I don't know of any mods that edit this place.
Installation
Copy the meshes and textures folder to your Skyrim\Data folder. Activate the .esp in the Skyrim launcher. That's it! Alternatively, you can download with NMM and activate it through that.
Permissions
Please don't redistribute this mod. If you wish to Cataract in a custom mod, please let me know beforehand.
Translations
Russian translation by KoVaLR.
v1. 1: Updated normal map for higher quality
v1: Initial release
Humus, for his cubemap base (from which I edited and generated the nissibeach.dds texture).
Nobiax, for his metal texture base.
3DS Max 2012, NifSkope, Paint. NET and CrazyBump - the tools I used to make this mod.
Cataract is a simple weapon mod that adds a single new sword to Skyrim. It has a strong following with 1,554 endorsements and over 54,000 downloads, but it hasn't been updated since 2016, so compatibility with the latest game version is uncertain.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved (1,554 endorsements) – this sword has proven popular.
- Massive download count (54,095) – clearly a lot of players have tried it.
- Simple and straightforward – just adds a sword, no complex mechanics.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2016 – may be incompatible with current Skyrim versions.
- Only one sword – if you want variety, this mod is thin.
For Skyrim players who want a new sword without overhauling the game. If you're a collector of weapon mods and trust the community's endorsement count, this is a safe bet. Skip if you need detailed information or expect multiple weapons.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since the mod is from 2016, check if your Skyrim version is compatible – if you're on Special Edition, you may need to port it.
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to easily install and uninstall if issues arise.
- Look for the sword in-game – without a description, you'll need to explore or use console commands to find it.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- Billyro
- Version
- 1.1
- Downloads
- 54,095
- Endorsements
- 1,554
- Category
- Weapons
- Created
- 9/2/2015
- Updated
- 11/4/2016
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