Darkfrost Greatswords - Blades of the Lost Twins

⭐ — (64 endorsements) 📥 26,924 downloads 📌 v1.0 📅 8/23/2024
⚪ Last updated 2024

By Noctis3DArts · Weapons

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 8/23/2024 📅 Created: 8/23/2024
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1🛠️ SKSE64 — Skyrim Script Extender 64 Download ↗
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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

  • 👍 0.2% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #68 of 81 Weapons mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

A pair of twin Stalhrim greatswords, forged by Atmoran settlers on Solstheim  during a frostfall night where both moons glowed an eerie blue  at the time of the early stages of the Atmoran migrations to Tamriel. In honor to the myths of the twins Filnrig and Rhainna, who were forever lost in a magical Blizzard, said to represent the twin moons of Nirn. Made of a rare refined form of Stalhrim which was once made in the lands of Atmora with a long forgotten ritual during the winter solstice to imbue it with the properties of the chill of the long night. Prized for its darker coloration, eerie glow and ability to more easily hold onto the effects of powerful enchantments.  The blade of  Filnrig representing Masser being a large and cumbersome blade that hits with tremendous force but too heavy for even the half-giants to wield with one hand , The other the blade of  Rhainna  being a slender and swift blade, easily able to be wielded In either one or two hands.

Over the eras the two greatswords passed between the hands of many a chieftain, conqueror, brigand and champion. Serving in many a battle often being separated for many years but somehow always reuniting. During the early years of the 4th era their last known wielders the twins Oleg and Tsuna had gone missing on an expedition to Solsthiem after being sent by the Jarl of Windhelm to aid in the evacuation of Ravenrock and make contact with the Nords of Thirsk and the Skaal during the events of Red Year.

Their last sighting was by a Skaal fisherman, who reported seeing them being dragged to the ruins of Castle Kaarstag by a hoard of Rieklings after being gravely injured during an avalanche set off by the aftershocks of the eruption of red mountain.

Exerpt from the report of Thulgrim "Book-Bearer" Eldenson after his investigation into the early history of Nordic settlers of Solsthiem.

But can your Dragonborn find these lost blades?

Based on the Darkmoon greatsword from Elden Ring and made it due to a sudden urge to make a mod so threw it together last night in a few hours.

Comes with a Heavy and Light Greatsword (Light version can be converted between 1 and 2 handed at a forge)

Suggestions: Pick whichever one fits your playstyle, or both. As for animations they are just greatswords (and 1 handed variant) so use whatever animations you think works best. For vanilla replacer animations I suggest Verolevi's Vanargand Animation series for 1handed, and for 2 handed the Leviathan 2handed animations. As for MCO I suggest giving Black364's Light Greatsword Animations if you can get it up and running.

Enchantment: Darkfrost, A unique enchantment which deals Frost, magicka and stamina damage.

Balance: both are quite powerful weapons, The heavier greatsword being quite heavy, slow and dealing 29 base damage which is 10 more than the light greatsword, but the light versio

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Adds a set of twin greatswords to Skyrim, a heavy and light variant inspired by the myth of lost twins Filnrig and Rhainna, tied to the twin moons of Masser. A compact weapon mod with 64 endorsements and over 26k downloads, last updated in August 2024.

✨ Key Features

Adds a set of twin greatswords, including a heavy and light variant.
Weapons are themed around the myth of lost twins Filnrig and Rhainna, tied to the twin moons of Masser.
Compact weapon mod with 64 endorsements and over 26k downloads.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Solid download-to-endorsement ratio (26,924 downloads, 64 endorsements) shows it's been tried by many.
  • Lore-friendly design that ties into Skyrim's moon mythology, giving it a unique backstory.
  • Light and heavy variants give you options for different playstyles.

⚠️ Cons

  • Only 64 endorsements means it's a niche pick, not a community staple.
  • No mention of crafting or tempering recipes, so you might need to console-command them in.
  • Potential conflicts with other weapon mods that alter leveled lists or use the same mesh paths.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want lore-friendly weapon additions with a story behind them. If you're a collector of unique gear or roleplay as a moon-worshipper, this fits. Skip if you're looking for gameplay overhauls or high-poly visual showcases.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2 to install and easily uninstall if needed.
  • If the swords don't appear in your inventory, use the console command 'help darkfrost' to find their IDs.
  • Check for compatibility patches if you use mods that overhaul weapon stats or leveled lists.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
Noctis3DArts
Version
1.0
Downloads
26,924
Endorsements
64
Category
Weapons
Created
8/23/2024
Updated
8/23/2024

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