High-Res Dartwing (Dragonfly) Texture
⚪ Last updated 2015⚠️ Install Order · 3 steps
1🛠️ SKSE — Skyrim Script Extender Download ↗
2🔧 USLEEP — Unofficial Skyrim Legendary Edition Patch Download ↗
3🖥️ SkyUI — SkyUI (MCM framework) Download ↗
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
- 👍 3.0% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #364 of 453 Models and Textures mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Description
- []256x256 and 512x256 dartwing retexture; 4x from vanilla 64x64 and 128x64.[/] []Also fixes Bethesda's backwards wing texture.[/] []Not much else to say.[/]
- []2015-02-18 1. 01 - Tweaked to work better with Dartwing mesh fix from Wiseman303's Critter Fixes mod. Thanks benissugar for the tip.[/] []2015-02-18 1. 02 - Reconvert textures for Madcat221. No user-facing changes.[/]
- []Install/Uninstall with your mod manager at any time.[/]
- []Wing texture is derived from "Anaciaeschna jaspidea male" by John Tann, used under CC BY 2. 0 / Changes made: isolated rear wing and added transparency and reflection.[/]
🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data
This mod replaces the default dartwing (dragonfly) texture in Skyrim with higher-resolution 256x256 and 512x512 versions. It's a straightforward visual upgrade for players who want sharper insect textures. With over 3,500 endorsements and 116k downloads, it's a popular choice despite its age.
✨ Key Features
Provides 256x256 and 512x512 retexture options for the dartwing.
Simple texture replacement mod with no scripts or plugins.
High community approval with 3,521 endorsements.
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge download count (116k) shows it's a go-to for dartwing textures.
- Two resolution options let you balance quality and performance.
- Lightweight and safe—just a texture replacer, no plugin conflicts.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2015—may not be optimized for newer Skyrim versions or mod setups.
- Only covers the dartwing, so you'll need other mods for other insects.
- No screenshots or detailed description, so you're flying blind on the visual result.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who notice the blurry default dartwing textures and want a quick, low-risk improvement. Also great for mod pack builders who want to cover all bases without heavy performance hits. Skip if you're looking for overhauled insect models or animated textures—this is purely a static retexture.
For Skyrim players who notice the blurry default dartwing textures and want a quick, low-risk improvement. Also great for mod pack builders who want to cover all bases without heavy performance hits. Skip if you're looking for overhauled insect models or animated textures—this is purely a static retexture.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute
💡 Beginner Tips
- Choose the 512x512 version if you have a decent GPU; the 256x256 is for low-end systems.
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2 to install and easily switch between resolutions.
- Since it's a texture-only mod, load order doesn't matter—just make sure it's after any mods that change the same texture.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- WankingSkeever
- Version
- 1.02
- Downloads
- 116,076
- Endorsements
- 3,521
- Category
- Models and Textures
- Created
- 2/18/2015
- Updated
- 2/18/2015
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