DrJacopo's - 3D Thistle
⚪ Last updated 2023⚠️ 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
- 👍 0.4% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #34 of 108 Visuals and Graphics mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
A 3D replacer for the dreaded thistle plant. Version 1 is theoretically more performance friendly than the vanilla model. Version 2 is slightly higher poly (I strongly recommend you use this version) but will not affect performance unless you add many thousands of these plants to a small area.
A patch will be necessary for other mods that replace the thistle model with an esp file (ie 3d plants by maty).
DrJacopo's - 3D Thistle is a visual replacer for the thistle plant in Skyrim, replacing the outdated 2D model with a 3D version that also improves performance. With over 10,000 endorsements and 2.5 million downloads, it's a highly popular and trusted mod for players seeking better visuals without a performance hit.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Massive community approval (10,333 endorsements) – this is a must-have for many
- Performance boost is a nice bonus – prettier and smoother
- Simple replacer – no compatibility headaches, just drop in and go
⚠️ Cons
- Only affects thistle – if you want other plants overhauled, look elsewhere
- Last updated in 2023 – might not be patched for the latest Skyrim version, but likely still works
For Skyrim players who want a quick visual upgrade without sacrificing FPS. If you're tired of flat, ugly thistles and want a more immersive world, this is for you. Skip if you're looking for a comprehensive flora overhaul – this only touches thistle.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to install – it's a simple drag-and-drop.
- Place this mod early in your load order, but after any mods that change thistle textures to avoid conflicts.
- If you're on Skyrim Special Edition, make sure to download the correct version – this mod is for the classic edition.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- Dr Jacopo
- Version
- 2.1
- Downloads
- 2,470,586
- Endorsements
- 10,333
- Category
- Visuals and Graphics
- Created
- 5/6/2022
- Updated
- 1/19/2023
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