Dark Brotherhood Mail - Standalone
⚪ Last updated 2022⚠️ Install Order · 5 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
- 👍 3.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #58 of 227 Armour mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
I made this purely out of overly-obsessive hatred of the standard Dark Brotherhood armor, so now it looks like the brotherhood is actually protected than wearing a swimsuit.
This is a standalone version of the ebony mail, only with the EXACT same stats as vanilla Dark Brotherhood armor, meaning it has the same enchantments, the same price, and the same armor rating, and can be improved with the same materials and perks. The colors are also the same scheme thanks to photoshop's ability to match colors from the mask - so it won't clash with the other pieces of armor.
One is found on the barrel next to the wardrobe with the Shrouded Robes in the Falkreath Sanctuary, while another is found on a shelf near Babette in the Dawnstar Sanctuary.
Both male and female support, non-replacer.
I also added it to Veezara's outfit set, but, like I said, the original armor is still there if that's what you prefer for NPCs/Followers.
-Added Black Hand symbols
-Now craftable;
1 Filled Black Soul Gem (unenchanted doesn't need this)
1 Steel Ingot
2 Leather Strips
REQUIREMENTS
Complete ''Sanctuary''
Have perk ''Arcane Blacksmith''
- TO INSTALL -
-- Vortex/Nexus Mod Manager --
1. Click "Download with NMM"
2. Open Vortex/NMM
3. Install and Enable "Dark Brotherhood Mail - Standalone"
-- Manual Install --
1. Click Manual Download
2. Open file with WinRAR or 7zip
3. drag contents into your "... Skyrim Special Edition/Data" folder
4. Check box next to "DBArmorMail.esp"
Q: Are you going to make a new/full set?
A: Probably not. If so, expect it to be in a different file, which I'd probably link to from this page. If you're worried about the custom fit perk, don't; it's set to register as Dark Brotherhood armor, so wearing it with the rest of the Shrouded armor set will count for the perk.
Q: Are you going to credit the original creator?
A: I am the original creator. Made it from the Bethesda files, not from anyone else. Other people have had this idea, and others still will. This is not those mods. If you don't like it, don't download it and don't waste both of our time.
Q: Can you change ?
A: No. This armor is meant to just be a better looking Shrouded Armor. So it has the same stats, enchantments, tempering materials, and perks. You can make can make an unenchanted version after joining the Dark Brotherhood and unlocking the Arcane Blacksmith perk.
Q: Where is it?/Can't find it.
A: Pictures are in the slide show on this page. It's also craftable in case something happened to it. If it isn't in the crafting menu (under Misc), check to make sure you have the .esp turned on in the data files options and that you have the .bsa in you Skyrim Data folder. If you
This standalone mod replaces the vanilla Dark Brotherhood armor with an ebony mail variant, keeping the exact same stats, enchantments, and crafting requirements. It adds two armor pieces to the Falkreath and Dawnstar Sanctuaries, supports male and female, and is non-replacer. Craftable after the 'Sanctuary' quest with Arcane Blacksmith perk.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Solid community backing with 320 endorsements and over 9,400 downloads
- Keeps vanilla balance intact—same stats and enchantments, so no overpowered gear
- Non-replacer design means you can use it without messing with the original armor for NPCs
⚠️ Cons
- Only adds a chest piece, not a full set—if you wanted matching boots or gauntlets, this isn't it
- Requires the Arcane Blacksmith perk and a filled black soul gem to craft, which might be a hassle early game
- Compatibility risk with mods that alter the Dark Brotherhood armor or the Sanctuary locations
For Skyrim players who love the Dark Brotherhood aesthetic but hate the skimpy vanilla armor. If you want a more protective look without breaking balance, this is a solid pick. Skip if you're looking for a full armor set or major gameplay changes—this is purely a cosmetic swap.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Use a mod manager like Vortex to install—it's one click and avoids manual file placement errors
- Make sure you've completed the 'Sanctuary' quest and have the Arcane Blacksmith perk before trying to craft it
- If you're using other Dark Brotherhood armor mods, load this one after them to ensure the placement works
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- rylog9
- Version
- 1
- Downloads
- 9,405
- Endorsements
- 320
- Category
- Armour
- Created
- 9/10/2019
- Updated
- 8/31/2022
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