Harkons Sword - HD Retexture
⚪ 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
- 👍 1.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #161 of 453 Models and Textures mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This is a HD retexture of Harkons sword. Every texture is handpainted and completly redone.
size of the original Bethesda HD texture pack version: sword.dds 2048x2048 sword_m.dds 512x512 sword_n.dds 2048x2048
my textures: sword.dds 4096x4096 sword_m.dds 4096x4096 sword_n.dds 4096x4096 Additionally I changed the cubemaps path from Ore_corun_e.dds to chitin_e_ebony.dds.
For 2k and 1k versions see under optionals section. Of course it requires Dawnguard.
I added an optional scabbard version, based on hl84's work. It is under miscellaneous section. You don't need to install the main file, it is included. Thanks to EmeraldShadow, who made a patch for Dual Sheath Redux! Don't forget to run the SkyProc Patcher after installing.
Installation: Extract the folders into the Steam/SteamApps/common/Skyrim/Data.
Uninstallation: Delete the files sword.dds, sword_m.dds, sword_n.dds in Data/textures/dlc01/weapons/vampire and also the mesh files 1stpersonsword.nif, sword.nif in Data/meshes/dlc01/weapons/vampire If you installed the scabbard version, you need to delete also this files: 1stpersonsword.nif, sword.nif in Data/meshes/dlc01/weapons/vampire and scabbard.dds, scabbard_m.dds, scabbard_n.dds in Data/textures/dlc01/weapons/vampire
Thanks to Kyerea and Kalilies who made awsome screenshots of the sword! Harkons Sword
Thaks to seriezs who made a video about my mod: Skyrim Mods Review 32: The Chicken is your Boss now..
Thanks to hl84 for his Sheathe Harkons Sword mod.
A 4K retexture of Harkon's Sword from Skyrim, replacing the original texture with a high-resolution version. It's a simple, focused visual upgrade for players who want sharper details on this unique vampire lord weapon. With 3,390 endorsements and 276,351 downloads, it's a popular choice despite its age.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust (3,390 endorsements) — this is a proven texture upgrade
- Massive download count (276k) shows it's a go-to for many players
- 4K resolution gives the sword crisp, sharp details that pop in-game
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2015 — may not be optimized for newer Skyrim versions or mod setups
- Only retextures the sword; no mesh or model changes, so the shape stays vanilla
- No screenshots or detailed description provided, so you're flying blind on the visual result
For Skyrim players who want a sharper, more detailed Harkon's Sword without changing its design. Perfect for vampire-themed playthroughs or anyone who loves high-res textures. Skip if you're looking for a complete weapon overhaul or if you prefer more recent mods with active updates.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a texture-only mod, you can safely install it with a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 — just drop the file and enable it.
- If you're using Skyrim Special Edition, check if the mod is compatible or if you need to convert the texture format — oldrim textures sometimes need a quick conversion.
- Pair this with a good ENB or lighting mod to really see the 4K detail shine on the sword's blade.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- Alana12
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 276,351
- Endorsements
- 3,390
- Category
- Models and Textures
- Created
- 3/11/2014
- Updated
- 12/15/2015
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