Deathbrand Weapons and Armor Replacer
⚪ 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
- 👍 4.6% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #325 of 397 Armour mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
THIS MOD NEEDS DRAGONBORN OR YOU WILL CTD
I was disappointed with the vanilla Deathbrand Armor, as it was far too bright for a marauding pirate to wear. So I used Faelrin's Darker Stalhrim retexture to make the Deathbrand Armor black.
I also never liked the vanilla scimitar model, and the fact that the two Deathbrand Swords looked exactly the same, also disappointed me. So I used pookyrune's Stalneisti and Staleldur standalone stalhrim weapon mod, to make the two swords red and violet stalhrim swords. emieri00 also contacted me, and gave me thinner stalhrim sword meshes, let me know what you think of them.
Also, emieri00 suggested I use Void Salts as a kind of dye to improve the armor. So now the armor requires stalhrim and void salts to be improved, Bloodscythe and Soulrender only require stalhrim. Let me know if you do or don't like this.
I have included the files necessary for Dual Sheath Redux in the main file by defualt, and the proper meshes in the De-LARPed mesh replacer.
Compatibility: This mod edits the armor and weapons, so any mod that edits their traits, damage, encantments, etc. Are not compatible. You can easily make a patch using TES5Edit, found here: http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/25859/? This mod uses copies of the Stalhrim armor meshes, with redid texture maps. It uses the default normal texture file for stalhrim, and thats it, so it's compatible with mesh/texture replacers of the vanilla Stalhrim armor. This mod should work for all genders and races, if you find any compatibility issues, contact me.
Credits: I have gotten permission from the very generous Faelrin and pookyrune to use their mods for this replacer, found here: http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/31059//? http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/33987/?
This mod replaces the Deathbrand Armor with a black retexture and swaps the Deathbrand Weapons for colored stalhrim swords. A simple visual overhaul for Skyrim players who want a darker, more distinct look for this unique armor set. With 677 endorsements and 14,631 downloads, it's a popular choice among fans of the Deathbrand gear.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 677 endorsements and over 14k downloads.
- Gives the Deathbrand set a fresh, darker look that stands out.
- Lightweight mod that only touches the Deathbrand gear—no bloat.
⚠️ Cons
- No screenshots or detailed install instructions provided by the author.
- Last updated in 2014—may have compatibility issues with newer Skyrim versions or mods.
- Only affects the Deathbrand set; if you want more variety, this is a one-trick pony.
For Skyrim players who love the Deathbrand set but want a darker, more menacing appearance. Perfect for those who want a quick visual tweak without overhauling the whole game. Skip if you're looking for gameplay changes or a complete armor overhaul.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since this mod only replaces textures and models, it's safe to install with a mod manager like Vortex or NMM—just drop the files into your Data folder if you prefer manual install.
- If you're using other mods that alter the Deathbrand armor, load this one after them to ensure the retexture takes priority.
- Check the mod's file structure to ensure you're placing the meshes and textures in the correct folders—common mistake is putting them in the wrong directory.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- IronDusk33
- Version
- 2.0
- Downloads
- 14,631
- Endorsements
- 677
- Category
- Armour
- Created
- 9/7/2013
- Updated
- 2/10/2014
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