Blackreach Paper Map for FWMF
🟠 Updated over a year ago⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
🖼️ Gallery (12 images)
🔍 Analysis
- 👍 0.1% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #41 of 141 User Interface mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Here is something new for you - first Blackreach map available from Map Menu. Nothing exceptionally sophisticated, but it will help you to navigate here and add little bit of immersion. Mod continues series of paper maps for a Flat World Map Framework (FWMF).
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[]Two map texture versions available in FOMOD - with and without crimson nirnroot markers.
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]4 theme backgrounds added.
INI file with comments included in FWMF allows to tune map control (keyboard, mouse and gamepad), possible angles and blur.
Requirements
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- FWMF
Installation
The archive is mod manager compatible.
Install FWMF FOMOD first (Fantasy Paper Maps package preferable). Make sure FMWF is the last in plugins list (only weather fixes or FWMF various patches may be lower), then install this mod normally and place it last in mod order.
Make sure Flat Map Markers config file (FlatMapMarkersSSE.json) has this part:
"name": "Blackreach",
"editorID": "Blackreach",
"markerHeight": 180000,
"enabled": true
Compatibility
Compatible - SE/AE/GOG (1. 6. 640 including), but be sure to pick your exact Skyrim version during FWMF FOMOD installation.
Compatible - The Blackest Reaches.
Not compatible - any map mods except FMWF.
Recommended Mods
Atlas Map Markers - Updated with MCM works perfect and smaller markers make map more readable. Just be sure to put Atlas' .esp before FWMF in load order.
Get along with most UI overhauls. Dear Diary UI and its skins are highly recommended.
Known Issues
None so far.
Credits
Thanks to Skyler Harrell for custom build-in markers and u/Jonticles for one of thebackground images.
Thanks to sktaylor for crimson nirnroot icon art.
To Bethesda for background images.
Future Plans
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This mod adds a handcrafted paper map of Blackreach to the in-game map menu, replacing the default UI with a more immersive and lore-friendly aesthetic. It's a lightweight cosmetic enhancement for Skyrim players who want a visual upgrade without changing gameplay. With 3,443 endorsements and 2.7 million downloads, it's a popular choice for those seeking a polished map interface.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust with 3,443 endorsements and 2.7M downloads — this is a proven mod.
- Handmade map adds a unique, immersive touch that fits the game's aesthetic.
- Simple UI change that doesn't affect performance or gameplay.
⚠️ Cons
- Requires FWMF to be installed, so it's not standalone — extra dependency to manage.
- Only affects Blackreach, so if you want a full map overhaul, this is just a piece of the puzzle.
- No detailed install instructions provided, so you'll need to know how to use mod managers.
For Skyrim players who use FWMF and want a more immersive, hand-drawn map for Blackreach. If you're a completionist who loves exploring Blackreach and wants a visual upgrade, this is a must-have. Skip if you don't use FWMF or prefer vanilla map UI.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure FWMF is installed and activated before adding this mod to avoid conflicts.
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to handle the file placement automatically.
- Check the mod's load order — it should be placed after FWMF to ensure the map texture overwrites correctly.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- Caites
- Version
- 1.8.1
- Downloads
- 2,681,842
- Endorsements
- 3,443
- Category
- User Interface
- Created
- 8/15/2021
- Updated
- 11/5/2024
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