NordwarUA's Minor Factions Armor
⚪ Last updated 2021⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 0.9% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #4 of 23 Weapons and Armour mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
In case you didn't know, there is considerable overlap with Unplayable Faction Armors uploaded by JDJ3. This mod has some of the missing armor and weapons from that mod that nobody(?) has uploaded to the Nexus yet. I'm not an experienced modder and I just wanted the awesome armor and weapons that were missing to be available on the Nexus. If it makes it easier for JDJ3 or someone else to add them and integrate to UFA later on down the line, that's just awesome.
Many thanks to Mr. Dave, Maty743, registrant and NordwarUA for their permission in allowing me to translate and upload this.
This has been translated from Russian to English from the original mod page so apologies if it doesn't make much sense. It's strictly a port and translation of NordwarUA's mod so I felt it would be best to leave the description as is. Furthermore, some of the weapons enchantment text is still untranslated as I couldn't find out what they did. I'm not really a modder, so it's the best I could do.
The mod adds unique armor and weapons to the unjoinable factions found within Skyrim. These include:
-Order of Stendarr - Founded by the Order of the Crusaders, just after the Oblivion Crisis. Has a network of bases throughout Tamriel including Skyrim. The main striking force of the order are knights, dressed in armor with heraldic capes with the Stendarr symbol of the cup of mercy. Armed with bludgeoning weapons and shields, trained to use recovery magic. Sentinels who are trained to use the magic of destruction and restoration provide magical support to the squads, they are dressed in lighter armor with heraldry and are armed with silver blades. The command of the squads is carried out by paladins - knights and vigilantes, who have proven in many deeds their loyalty to Stendarr and the order, are able to use recovery magic and are armed with two-handed hammers or stronger shields, and are dressed in heavy armor.
-Silver Hand - mercenaries and professionals in their field - hunting for monsters. Where their main base is located and who gives the orders is unknown, but judging by their equipment, it can be determined that they are from Cyrodiil or Highrok. It is also a mystery who hired them and summoned them to Skyrim to destroy the werewolves. After conducting reconnaissance, the Silver Hand determined that many werewolves are Companions, so they declared war on them, naturally because of this they have to hide from the authorities, and this gives the group a reason to engage in robberies and robberies of civilians. The fighters are divided into crossbowmen, swordsmen and halberdiers, commanded by trained captains. All of them are armed with the latest weapons and equipment that have advantages when fighting monsters.]
-Alikr Mercenaries - squads of elite warriors of Hammerfell who provide military services for the local nobility. Armed with scimitars and wearing excellent armor depending on t
This mod ports NordwarUA's Minor Factions Armor to the Nexus, adding lore-friendly armor variants for minor factions in Skyrim. With 1,163 endorsements and 135,624 downloads, it's a popular cosmetic addition for players seeking visual variety. Last updated in April 2021.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 1,163 endorsements and over 135k downloads.
- Brings a well-known mod from Russian site to Nexus for easier access.
- Adds visual variety without breaking lore.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2021, so may have compatibility issues with newer Skyrim versions.
- Requires manual installation or mod manager setup, which might confuse beginners.
- Potential conflicts with other armor mods that alter the same factions.
For Skyrim players who want to spice up the look of minor faction enemies and allies with lore-friendly armor. If you're into visual overhauls and don't mind a bit of setup, this is a solid pick. Skip if you're looking for gameplay changes or if you prefer all-in-one armor packs.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2 to avoid overwriting vanilla files.
- Check the mod's load order—place it after other armor mods to ensure it takes effect.
- If you're on Skyrim Special Edition, verify compatibility with your version before installing.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- NordwarUA
- Version
- 1
- Downloads
- 135,624
- Endorsements
- 1,163
- Category
- Weapons and Armour
- Created
- 4/13/2021
- Updated
- 4/21/2021
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