Maerlyn's Shields Vol. 1
⚪ Last updated 2017⚠️ 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
- 👍 4.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #9 of 10 Armour - Shields mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Maerlyn's Shields Volume 1 20 all new shields using custom meshes and textures. Many represent holds/factions. Fully craftable and temperable. See images above for all shield designs.
To do list: Add to leveled lists, New designs for Dawnguard faction and Penitus Oculatus.
As always, if you enjoy this mod, please endorse!
Recommended Mods: Semper Fi SE - An Imperial Armor Mod - This armor variant looks good with the Imperial shield in this mod. Cloaks of Skyrim SE - Always been a favorite mod of mine, fixing one of Bethesda's big oversights. Many more I am not listing.
Credits and tools used: Bethesda - For making a great game even better with modability and the great Creation Kit. Blender - 3D meshes. Gimp 2. 0 - Creating textures, etc. Paint.net - Creating textures, etc. Nifskope - Putting it all together in one neat little package. The Nexus Community and Moderators - For tutorials and for supporting modders like me.
Permissions: Please do not upload this mod or any part of it to another site without explicit permission from me, the author. If you would like to use any part of this mod, please ask first. I'm a pretty reasonable person.
Adds 20 new steel shields to Skyrim, covering most factions and all holds. Fully craftable and temperable. A solid cosmetic and functional expansion for shield collectors, with 331 endorsements and last updated in 2017.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 331 endorsements and over 6,700 downloads.
- Covers all holds and most factions, giving you plenty of variety for any playthrough.
- Fully craftable and temperable, so you can work them into your smithing routine without hassle.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2017, so it might not be fully compatible with the latest Skyrim updates or mods.
- Only steel shields—if you wanted higher-tier or enchanted variants, this won't scratch that itch.
- Potential conflicts with other mods that alter the same shield meshes or crafting recipes.
For Skyrim players who want to rep their hold or faction with a new shield without breaking immersion. If you're a smithing enthusiast or a collector of unique gear, this is a nice addition. Skip if you're looking for gameplay overhauls or high-end armor—this is purely a visual and crafting expansion.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a simple file drop, just extract the archive into your Data folder or use a mod manager for easy uninstall.
- If you're using other shield mods, check load order to ensure Maerlyn's Shields overwrites or is overwritten as you prefer.
- Craft the shields at a forge with the Steel Smithing perk—they'll show up in the steel category.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- TheRealMaerlyn
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 6,727
- Endorsements
- 331
- Category
- Armour - Shields
- Created
- 2/15/2017
- Updated
- 2/15/2017
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