ThunderBird Armor - CBBE - HDT - BodySlide
⚪ Last updated 2016⚠️ Install Order · 6 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
Preview
🔍 Analysis
- 👍 4.7% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #144 of 397 Armour mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Intro:
HDT Support.
BodySlide Support.
Added an alternate version without the thorns, check BodySlide Thunderbird Armor or . "This will help you carry your bow or weapons without the old collision of the thorns."
* Tradução Português do mod original de Ken.
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Required Mods
Body
Caliente's Beautiful Bodies Edition - CBBE - by Ousnius Jeir and Caliente
BodySlide
BodySlide and Outfit Studio by Ousnius and Caliente
Skeleton
XP32 Maximum Skeleton Extended - XPMSE by Groovtama
HDT Physics
HDT Physics Extensions by HydrogensaysHDT
Alternative Texture
Thunderbird armor retex by Pablo11
Special Thanks/Credits
This modification is not mine so here is only included the BodySlide. Credits to Ken1945 for the original armor mod.
Ousnius Jeir and Caliente for the BodySlide Outfit 2.
HydrogensaysHDT for the HDT Physics.
XP32 & Groovtama for the skeleton reference.
Bethesda for the game.
Nexus to host the files.
ThunderBird Armor is a CBBE, HDT, and BodySlide-compatible armor mod for Skyrim, offering a sleek armored set with physics support. With 892 endorsements and 19,144 downloads, it's a community favorite for players who want a stylish, body-accurate armor option. Last updated in 2016, it remains a solid choice for classic Skyrim setups.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 892 endorsements
- HDT physics support adds immersive jiggle and movement
- BodySlide compatibility lets you tailor the fit to your exact body preset
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2016 — may not be compatible with Skyrim Special Edition without conversion
- Requires CBBE, HDT, and BodySlide to be installed separately, which can be a hassle
- No screenshots or detailed description provided, so you're flying blind on the design
For Skyrim players who use CBBE and want a physics-enabled armor that fits their body mod perfectly. If you're into BodySlide customization and don't mind a bit of setup, this is a solid pick. Skip if you're on Special Edition or prefer vanilla-style armors.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you have CBBE, HDT, and BodySlide installed and working before adding this mod — it won't function without them.
- Use a mod manager like Mod Organizer 2 to keep track of overwrites, especially when building the armor in BodySlide.
- If you're on Skyrim Special Edition, you'll need to convert the mod using Cathedral Assets Optimizer or look for a port.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- Al3xN3xus
- Version
- 1.1
- Downloads
- 19,144
- Endorsements
- 892
- Category
- Armour
- Created
- 6/29/2015
- Updated
- 11/29/2016
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