Dawn of Solitude
⚪ Last updated 2014⚠️ 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
- 👍 7.6% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #15 of 35 Cities, Towns, Villages, and Hamlets mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
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Q: Are there any requirements?
A: Nope! You don't need any DLC and all resources are included!
Q: Some items are floating / in their vanilla locations instead of the new ones...
A: You installed the mod on an existing save and need to reset the cell using pcb.
Q: Is this mod compatible with the Civil War (specifically Battle for Solitude)?
A: Yes!
Q: Translations?
A: If you would like to make a translation, please contact me for permission. Current translations are linked by the country flags on the top of the page.
Q: What other mods are you using in the screenshots?
A: I highly recommend the following mods to be used in conjunction with Dawn of Solitude: Designs of the Nords, Signs of Skyrim, and Nernie's City and Village Expansion
Q: Compatibility?
Compatible:
All mods that edit Solitude Docks
All mods that edit interior/exterior Proudspire Manor
Nernie's City Expansion / Nernie's Thief Pack / Nernie's Solitude
Sexy Solitude
Solitude Interior Facelift (although there is some conflict in Blue Palace exterior)
Books of Skyrim
Cake o' Clock Hearthfire Bakery
Legacy of the Dragonborn
Incompatible:
JK's Solitude
Complete Solitude
Full Features List:
- Completely revamped market with three new merchants
- East Empire Company presence within the city
- Sneaky thief alleyways
- Enhancements made all over Castle Dour
- Blue Palace exterior revamped in English garden style
- Redone Bards College exterior and graveyard
- Winking Skeever patio for you to enjoy the temperate Solitude weather
- Plus lots of lanterns, banners, and odds-and-ends!
There is also a special bonus for the discerning thief! Three buildings now have secret entrances, but they won't be easy to find! Hint:(Think Bilbo Baggins!) Let me know what you think of this feature, and if it's popular, I will add it to the other cities as well!
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Permission Notes
None of my mods or their assets may be redistributed or utilized in other mods in any
circumstance, paid or free. My mods are exclusive to the nexus and my
tumblr, when applicable. If you see them elsewhere, including the steam
workshop, they are stolen and I will not condone or support these
Authorized translations will always be linked in the description and some of these may be hosted on other sites as per my and
the translator's discretion.
Dawn of Solitude is the fourth installment in the Dawn Cities series, adding a new city to the game. It requires no DLC, making it accessible to all players. With over 4,300 endorsements, it's a popular choice for those seeking new urban environments.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with over 4,300 endorsements
- No DLC required, so it works for everyone
- Part of a well-known series, so quality is expected
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2014, so may have compatibility issues with current game versions
- Requires the base game, but no other dependencies listed
For players who enjoy expanding their game world with new cities and are fans of the Dawn Cities series. If you're looking for a new urban area to explore without needing DLC, this is a solid choice. Skip if you want a detailed description or modern updates.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since the mod is from 2014, check if it's compatible with your game version before installing.
- If you use a mod manager, install it through that to keep track of updates and conflicts.
- Visit the mod page for any additional notes from the author, though none are provided here.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- Vaelka
- Version
- 1.1
- Downloads
- 57,667
- Endorsements
- 4,373
- Category
- Cities, Towns, Villages, and Hamlets
- Created
- 9/13/2014
- Updated
- 9/23/2014
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