Deathbrand Weapons and Armor Replacer
⚪ Last updated 2016⚠️ 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
- 👍 0.1% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #55 of 250 Armour mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
THIS MOD NEEDS DRAGONBORN OR YOU WILL CTD
I was disappointed with the vanilla Deathbrand Armor, as it was far too bright for a marauding pirate to wear. So I used Faelrin's Darker Stalhrim retexture to make the Deathbrand Armor black.
I also never liked the vanilla scimitar model, and the fact that the two Deathbrand Swords looked exactly the same, also disappointed me. So I used pookyrune's Stalneisti and Staleldur standalone stalhrim weapon mod, to make the two swords red and violet stalhrim swords. emieri00 also contacted me, and gave me thinner stalhrim sword meshes, let me know what you think of them.
Also, emieri00 suggested I use Void Salts as a kind of dye to improve the armor. So now the armor requires stalhrim and void salts to be improved, Bloodscythe and Soulrender only require stalhrim. Let me know if you do or don't like this.
I have included the files necessary for Dual Sheath Redux in the main file by defualt, and the proper meshes in the De-LARPed mesh replacer.
Compatibility: This mod edits the armor and weapons, so any mod that edits their traits, damage, encantments, etc. Are not compatible. You can easily make a patch using TES5Edit, found here: http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/25859/? This mod uses copies of the Stalhrim armor meshes, with redid texture maps. It uses the default normal texture file for stalhrim, and thats it, so it's compatible with mesh/texture replacers of the vanilla Stalhrim armor. This mod should work for all genders and races, if you find any compatibility issues, contact me.
Credits: I have gotten permission from the very generous Faelrin and pookyrune to use their mods for this replacer, found here: http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/31059//? http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/33987/?
A compact visual overhaul for Skyrim's Deathbrand Armor and weapons, replacing the armor with a black retexture and the weapons with colored stalhrim swords. With 482 endorsements and over 370k downloads, it's a popular choice for players wanting a darker, more distinct look for this unique set.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 482 endorsements and over 370k downloads.
- Simple, focused change that gives the Deathbrand set a fresh, darker aesthetic.
- Lightweight and easy to install—just drop it in your mod manager.
⚠️ Cons
- Only affects visuals—no gameplay or stat changes.
- Last updated in 2016, so compatibility with newer Skyrim versions or other mods is uncertain.
- No screenshots or detailed instructions provided, so you're flying blind on the exact look.
For Skyrim players who want a quick visual refresh of the Deathbrand armor without overhauling the whole game. If you're a completionist who loves the Deathbrand set but wants it to stand out, this is for you. Skip if you're looking for gameplay tweaks or a full armor overhaul.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to install and manage this mod easily.
- If you're on Skyrim Special Edition, make sure to check if the mod is compatible or needs a conversion—it's from 2016.
- Load this mod after other armor mods to ensure its textures take priority.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- IronDusk33
- Version
- 2.0
- Downloads
- 370,696
- Endorsements
- 482
- Category
- Armour
- Created
- 11/25/2016
- Updated
- 11/25/2016
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