Animated HD Thalmor Banners

⭐ ⭐ (534 endorsements) 📥 80,619 downloads 📌 v2.0 📅 11/16/2016
⚪ Last updated 2022

By Gutmaw · Animation

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 10/7/2022 📅 Created: 11/16/2016
⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
1🛠️ SKSE64 — Skyrim Script Extender 64 Download ↗
2🔧 USSEP — Unofficial Skyrim Special Edition Patch Download ↗
3🖥️ SkyUI — SkyUI (MCM framework) Download ↗
4🧩 Address Library — Address Library for SKSE Plugins Download ↗
5🔧 SSE Engine Fixes — SSE Engine Fixes Download ↗

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 0.7% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #19 of 119 Animation mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

* This mod is now also part of my mod Snazzy Furniture and Clutter Overhaul!

I'm a big fan of the design and story line of the Thalmor in Skyrim, but It's always bugged me that almost every other banner in the game gets animation love except the Thalmor banners?  It's not as easy as just creating a mesh replacer for the vanilla static Thalmor banners as they are all positioned in such a way that it would cause unbearable clipping.  So, I created this mod to replace the boring, static Thalmor Banners with new, animated, retextured Thalmor banners worthy of their "nobility".

P. S. S.  The file contains NIFs of a static versions of these retextured Thalmor banners, in case for some reason you'd rather just create static banner replacers with these new fringe textures.

A few points...

  • []These are custom meshes/textures, so if you use any other Thalmor banner texture replacer it WILL NOT look right on these banners.

    []Any mod editing the existance/location of Thalmor Embassy architecture and/or vanilla Thalmor banners could conflict with this mod.

    []This mod will not change any Thalmor banners (from other mods, etc) other than those added by vanilla skyrim in the Thalmor Embassy.

    []Make sure you load this mod after any such mods as above.

    • []baronf for the idea and animated banner mesh from the mod Animated Solitude Banners (http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/71305/?)

    • Bethesda for Skyrim and CK of course

      My Skyrim Special Edition Mods:

      Snazzy Furniture and Clutter Overhaul

      SKYHAMMER - SSE

      Legacy of the Dragonborn - Interesting NPCs Patch

      Snazzy Model Ship

      Snazzy Quill of Gemination

      Animated and Improved Thalmor Banners

      Snazzy Weapon Racks

      Snazzy Bloody Rags

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Animated HD Thalmor Banners replaces the static Thalmor banners in Skyrim with new animated versions, offering two retexture options. With 534 endorsements and over 80,000 downloads, this mod is a popular choice for players seeking visual flair in Thalmor-controlled areas. Last updated in October 2022, it remains a solid cosmetic enhancement for Skyrim.

✨ Key Features

Adds animated Thalmor banner replacers to Skyrim.
Includes 2 retexture options for customization.
High-definition textures for improved visual quality.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community favorite with 534 endorsements and over 80k downloads.
  • Gives Thalmor banners a lively, animated feel that stands out.
  • Two retexture options let you pick the look you prefer.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2022, so it might not be fully compatible with the latest Skyrim patches.
  • Animation might be distracting for players who prefer a more static, lore-friendly environment.
  • Potential conflicts with other mods that alter Thalmor banners or use the same texture paths.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want to spice up the Thalmor presence with animated banners and have a choice of textures. If you're a purist who dislikes animated elements or rarely visit Thalmor areas, you can skip this one.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2 to install and manage the mod easily.
  • If you use other banner mods, check load order to avoid conflicts—place this one after them.
  • Test in a Thalmor-controlled area like the Embassy to see the animation in action.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
Gutmaw
Version
2.0
Downloads
80,619
Endorsements
534
Category
Animation
Created
11/16/2016
Updated
10/7/2022

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