Pirates of Skyrim - The Northern Cardinal under the Black Flag
⚪ 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
- 👍 3.5% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #11 of 76 Player homes mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
FEATURED ON BETHESDA's BLOG
Pirates of Skyrim - Interview with Mod Author BigBizkit (me)
HOW TO UPDATE
Users of the GENERAL STORES version need the new main file (for the textures and all) and then overwrite with the new General Stores esp. No problem with chests.
Users of the STANDARD version need the new main file AND need to make sure to empty the chests in the captain's cabin, near the forge in the ship, under the skooma lab, in the alchemy lab, and the barrels near the cooking spit. If you don't, all the items there will be gone.
Users of the NO HEARTHFIRES version (yes it is called HearthfireS not Hearthfire, at least the esm is) need the new MAIN FILE and then overwrite with the NO HEARTHFIRES version.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OTetAXKqBow
I've been modding myself ever since Morrowind and longer than I knew the Nexus even existed, yet I never
released anything I created. I thought I'd change that. So I present:
BigBizkit's
Pirates of Skyrim: The Northern Cardinal under the Black Flag
1. What is this?
2. Installation Instructions
3. Features
4. Requirements
5. Compatibility
6. Known Issues
7. FAQ
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1. What is this?
"Pirates of Skyrim: The Northern Cardinal under the Black Flag" is a massive expansion of the superb "Northern Cardinal" mod by swordboy, that I created by subsequently modding "Northern Cardinal". It is one of probably over 50 Skyrim mods I've made for myself but never released. As stated, I would like to make this the first I do release. Thankfully, swordboy has granted me permission, so here it is.
This introduces pirating to Skyrim. You can henceforth sail the Sea of Ghosts, explore the ocean floor, have naval ba
Pirates of Skyrim - The Northern Cardinal under the Black Flag is a player home mod that lets you live as a pirate, sail the Sea of Ghosts, pillage enemy vessels, and explore the ocean floor. It includes crew payment mechanics and rum rewards. With over 12,000 endorsements and 363,000 downloads, it's a highly popular and well-established mod for Skyrim players seeking pirate-themed adventures.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Massive community approval with 12,773 endorsements and 363,778 downloads.
- Unique pirate gameplay loop: pillage, loot, and manage crew payments.
- Adds exploration content with ocean floor diving and sailing the Sea of Ghosts.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2015, so may have compatibility issues with newer Skyrim versions or mods.
- The mod's focus on piracy may not appeal to players who prefer traditional home mods or non-combat gameplay.
For Skyrim players who want to live out a pirate fantasy with a functional home and naval combat. Ideal for those who enjoy exploration, looting, and managing a crew. Skip if you prefer peaceful home mods or don't want to engage in combat on the seas.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to install and manage this mod, as it may have multiple files.
- Check the mod's compatibility with your Skyrim version (Classic vs Special Edition) before installing.
- If you encounter issues, try loading the mod after other gameplay overhauls to avoid conflicts.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- BigBizkit
- Version
- 1.5
- Downloads
- 363,778
- Endorsements
- 12,773
- Category
- Player homes
- Created
- 2/19/2015
- Updated
- 4/29/2015
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