NordWarUA's Vanilla Armor and Weapon Expansion - Standalone Plugin

⭐ ⭐⭐ (1,217 endorsements) 📥 475,088 downloads 📌 v2.3 📅 3/22/2020
⚪ Last updated 2020

By NordWarUA and JDJ3 · Weapons and Armour

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 5/11/2020 📅 Created: 3/22/2020
⚠️ Install Order · 6 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 ↗
6📦 NordWarUA's Vanilla Armor Replacers SSE Find it →

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 0.3% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #1 of 19 Weapons and Armour mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

I made this mod for my personal use since I love the armors and weapons in NordWarUA's Vanilla Armor Replacers SSE but I want to keep the vanilla armors too. I can't wait for JDJ3's standalone version anymore (/.\) because I want to start my playthrough now with those fantastic armors so badly.

Check out NordWarUA's Armor Variants by JDJ3!

It contains the armors from this mod and other NordWarUA's works as standalone items. Great variety of armors for an immersive playthrough.

I share this on nexus because I guess some people might want it too. I don't know if this violates any rules or regulation on Nexus, if do so please let me know and I will take it down.

I made changes to the items' name and stats to fit my taste. I only finished the crafting and tempering recipes for the items and I will try to add level lists if I learn any easy way to do so. Definitely planing to add those outfits to NPCs soon but for now I only made a "craft only" version.

The complete version is out with level lists integration and item distributions. See below for detailed description!

Please download and install the original mod NordWarUA's Vanilla Armor Replacers SSE first than install this plugin. 

CCOR is not required anymore. Though I still recommend to use it because it's a great mod.

Craft Only Version

Wolf Armor -> Harbinger's Armor

This is my favorite of all. So good that it reminds me of the awesome Faraam armor I always love.

Armor rating increased to between nordic carved armor and ebony armor.

You can craft it at Skyforge after you become the Harbinger. Require Orcish Smithing perk (depending on your perk overhaul mod the name will be different).

Also you can craft the variant armor and helmet too. I make changes to the female version of the variant armor to use male meshes so that it won't crash but it looks weird on female characters.

2. 0 added the Harbinger's shield. The acquiring conditions are the same with the armors.

Steel Plate Armor -> Rusty Plate Armor

Changed the name because it indeed looks rusty.

Armor rating decreased a bit because it is RUSTY.

Require Steel Smithing perk.

Ebony Armor and Weapons -> Ebony Knight Armor and Weapons

Stats and Crafting are the same. Require Ebony Smithing perk.

Nordic Carved Armor and Weapons -> Nordic Steel Armor and Weapons

Stats are the same. Crafting need corundum ingot and orichalcum ingot. Require Orcish Smithing perk.

Dwarven Armor and Weapons -> Dwarven Guardian Arm

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

This standalone plugin lets you use NordWarUA's Vanilla Armor Replacers without overwriting vanilla items, adding them as new craftable gear instead. It's for Skyrim Special Edition players who want the visual overhaul but prefer a non-replacing, additive approach. With over 1,200 endorsements and 475k downloads, it's a proven choice.

✨ Key Features

Standalone plugin for NordWarUA's Vanilla Armor Replacers SSE
Adds armor and weapons as new items instead of replacing vanilla ones
Requires the original mod to function
High community trust with 1,217 endorsements

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Huge download count (475k) shows it's a go-to for many players
  • Over 1,200 endorsements means the community vouches for it
  • Standalone approach keeps vanilla gear intact, so you can mix and match

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2020, so it might not play nice with the latest Skyrim SE patches
  • Requires the original NordWarUA mod, so it's not a one-stop install
  • No detailed instructions in the description, so you'll need to know your way around mod managers
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim SE players who love NordWarUA's armor and weapon retextures but don't want to overwrite vanilla items. If you're a collector or roleplayer who wants new gear to discover and craft, this is for you. Skip if you're fine with simple replacers or want a full overhaul without extra setup.
📦 Install:Medium· 5-10 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure you install the original NordWarUA mod first, then this standalone plugin on top.
  • Use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2 to keep load order clean and avoid conflicts.
  • Check the mod's posts section for any compatibility notes with other armor mods.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
NordWarUA and JDJ3
Version
2.3
Downloads
475,088
Endorsements
1,217
Category
Weapons and Armour
Created
3/22/2020
Updated
5/11/2020

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