LeanWolf's Better-Shaped Talos Statue with Greatsword SE

⭐ ⭐⭐ (7,836 endorsements) 📥 1.7M downloads 📌 v1.3 📅 11/20/2016
⚪ Last updated 2019

By LeanWolf · Models and Textures

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 11/13/2019 📅 Created: 11/20/2016
⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
1🛠️ SKSE64 — Skyrim Script Extender 64 Download ↗
2🔧 USSEP — Unofficial Skyrim Special Edition Patch Download ↗
3🖥️ SkyUI — SkyUI (MCM framework) Download ↗
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

  • 👍 0.5% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #274 of 565 Models and Textures mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

A simple MESH replacer (no esp) that gives the statue of Talos a Greatsword rather than that toothpick he was holding - for a more warrior-like Talos statue.

I like the Talos statue, a good thing considering how many there are scattered across Skyrim, but I never liked the little sword he was holding. I also don't really like the shape of the serpent's head so I reshaped it.

I've had this in my house mod for a long time but this mod will replace all Talos statues in Skyrim, including mods unless they didn't use the vanilla statue.

Use the included installer (requires NMM or one of the other mod managers), or install manually if you like.

Choose a statue mesh and a sword.

There is NO ESP file, so this won't affect your load order or plugin count.

  • []Low-poly statue mesh: Vanilla Talos statue with minor snake edits (the above image uses this), or[/]

    []High-poly statue mesh: (recommended) I've created my own smoother statue version that was manually edited to maintain the vanilla form and prevent texture distortion.[/]

PLUS:

  • []Iron Greatsword, or[/]

    []Steel Greatsword, or[/]

    []Silver Greatsword, or[/]

    []Nord Hero Greatsword, or[/]

    []Dragonbone Greatsword (Dawnguard)[/]

    COMPATIBILITY:

    Will only conflict with other Talos statue MESH replacers, compatible with everything else!

    • []To use with StunningStatues/TerrificTalos: use my Hi-Poly version, overwrite SS/TT, it will use their textures.[/]

      []For the snow-covered statue of No Snow Under the Roof use the NSUtR option in the installer (high-poly only). Pick a sword option and overwrite the NSUtR mesh. Not used in the SE version of NSUtR - see sticky post.[/]

      The included sword textures are modified versions of vanilla or CaBaL120's BoS greatsword textures, used here with p

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

A simple mesh replacer for Skyrim SE that swaps Talos' statue weapon from a toothpick to a greatsword, offering a more warrior-like appearance. Includes optional HD statue mesh and 5 sword options. No ESP, purely cosmetic, with 7,836 endorsements and 1.7M downloads.

✨ Key Features

Replaces the Talos statue mesh with a greatsword instead of the original toothpick
Optional HD (hi-poly) statue mesh for higher detail
5 different sword options to choose from
No ESP, so it's a simple mesh replacer that doesn't affect gameplay

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Huge community trust with 7,836 endorsements and 1.7M downloads
  • Gives Talos a more fitting warrior look—no more toothpick
  • Multiple sword options and an HD mesh let you customize the statue to your taste

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2019—might have issues with the latest Skyrim SE patches
  • Purely cosmetic, so if you want gameplay changes, this isn't for you
  • No ESP means it replaces the mesh globally, so you can't have different statues in different locations
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who care about lore-friendly visual improvements and want Talos to look like a proper warrior god. Skip if you're looking for gameplay overhauls—this is purely a cosmetic mesh swap.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Since it's a mesh replacer, just drop the files into your Data folder or use a mod manager—no load order worries.
  • If you're using a mod manager, preview the sword options in the mod's file structure to pick your favorite before installing.
  • Check if you have other mods that alter the Talos statue—this mod will overwrite them, so install it after those.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
LeanWolf
Version
1.3
Downloads
1,721,233
Endorsements
7,836
Category
Models and Textures
Created
11/20/2016
Updated
11/13/2019

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