Nordic Blades - Nordic Sword and Greatsword Model Replacers
⚪ 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
- 👍 0.6% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #7 of 99 Weapons mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
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- This mod replaces the appearance of the Nordic Sword and Greatsword that comes with 5 variants each.
- Standalone file adds all variants of the Nordic Sword and Greatsword to the forge, along with leveled-list integration.
- Actual look is dependent on your Nordic sword, greatsword, and Steel scabbard textures.
* Put Unforeseen Consequences notes here.
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DSR/Ecotone Patch files are already included.
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Nordic Blades replaces the Nordic sword and greatsword models in Skyrim with 5 sets of new designs, or you can add them all as stand-alone weapons. A popular cosmetic mod with 505 endorsements and over 82,000 downloads, last updated in July 2023.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 505 endorsements and over 82k downloads
- Gives you 5 different looks for the Nordic sword and greatsword, so you can pick your favorite or mix them up
- Stand-alone option means you can use the new models without overwriting the originals
⚠️ Cons
- Only covers the Nordic sword and greatsword, so other Nordic weapons like axes and warhammers are untouched
- No gameplay changes—this is purely visual, so if you wanted new stats or enchantments, look elsewhere
- Compatibility risk with other mods that alter the same weapon models; load order will matter
For Skyrim players who love the Nordic aesthetic but want more variety in their sword and greatsword models. If you're a completionist collector who likes stand-alone weapons, this is a solid pick. Skip if you're looking for gameplay tweaks or if you only use one-handed swords and don't care about greatswords.
💡 Beginner Tips
- If you use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2, you can preview the different sets in the mod's file tree before installing to see which one you like.
- If you're on Skyrim Special Edition, make sure you grab the correct version for your game—this mod is for the original Skyrim, so check for an SE port if needed.
- When using the stand-alone option, the new weapons will be craftable or found in the world, so check the mod's description for where to get them.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- Vilidran
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 82,397
- Endorsements
- 505
- Category
- Weapons
- Created
- 11/16/2022
- Updated
- 7/27/2023
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