Reforging - To the Masses (Weapons Expansion)
⚪ Last updated 2021⚠️ 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
- 👍 0.3% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #13 of 26 Weapons mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
I always want to add more variety of weapons in my game, and I finally got time to translate this awesome expansion by registrant. All credits go to him.
Reforging - To the Masses adds around 300 vanilla-friendly melee weapons to the game. Including daggers, axes, maces, swords, battleaxes, which can be found, taken from opponents (almost everything in the level lists), and also forged if you have the appropriate blacksmithing skills, or when certain conditions and quests are fulfilled (see below).
All the weapons use vanilla textures so they will benefit from any weapon retextures you use.
You may see below artbooks for better preview of all weapons. (I only uploaded part of the weapons screenshots, so you definitely want to check the artbook for full preview)
ARTBOOK 2. 0 │ ARTBOOK 1. 92
Disclaimer: The original author registrant did a lot of research in naming all those 300 weapons with a lot of historical reference. However not all of them even have English translation, so many aspects of the mod may be lost in translation. The original Russian version is a more authentic version.
I did try my best to translate with consultation from registrant, though some of the content may still not be 100% accurate due to my rough translation and limited knowledge. If you are knowledgeable in Russian or historical weapons please feel free to improve the translation and let me or registrant to know.
Below are the machine translation of the original mod page description. (In-game weapon names are different)
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The purpose of the mod was not to equip Dovahkiin with a superweapon, but to give the Skyrim arsenal a variety and authenticity within the lore.
The damage of a weapon is slightly higher than a similar one in material, but if you think that it is rather weak - use my handicraft " Dream of a Dwarf Blacksmith".
Supported by DSR.
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Installation and removal: standard. There is a version for the Legendary and Special editions in the archive.
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To create some weapons, the player must be in a certain place, or fulfill certain requirements. Several unique items can only be found Below is a brief description of the locations and conditions.
[]Akavir weapons are forged after completing the quest "Alduin's Wall". It is rare in the world.
[]Alik'r and the Redguard Rapier - "A Time of Harmfulness," by any means. Or take it from the Alik'r and pirates.
[]Old Norse, Nordic, and Dragon Priests - Complete the Companions quest (don't forget to talk to Yorlund to complete), or take it from the Draugr and Dragon Priests.
[]Caster's two-handed: Shining - Meridia's quest, Nightingale - the
Reforging - To the Masses is a weapons expansion mod that adds around 300 vanilla-friendly weapons to the game. With over 4,600 endorsements and 1.7 million downloads, it's a highly popular choice for players seeking more variety without breaking immersion.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Massive content drop—around 300 new weapons keeps things fresh for hundreds of hours.
- Vanilla-friendly design means they won't stick out like a sore thumb next to base game gear.
- Community-approved with 4,621 endorsements and 1.7 million downloads—clearly a fan favorite.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in May 2021—might have compatibility issues with newer game patches.
- Weapons are likely just stat tweaks and model swaps, so don't expect unique mechanics or animations.
For players who want to expand their arsenal with a ton of new weapons that blend into the vanilla game. If you're tired of the same old swords and guns and want variety without mods that feel out of place, this is for you. Skip if you're looking for weapons with unique abilities or overhauled combat—this is purely about adding more options.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a weapons mod, make sure to check if it's compatible with your game version—last update was 2021, so test for crashes.
- If you use a mod manager, install it through that to keep track of files and easily disable if needed.
- Weapons may not appear in vendors or loot tables immediately—check the mod's forum page for spawn locations or console commands.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- registrant
- Version
- 2.1
- Downloads
- 1,674,374
- Endorsements
- 4,621
- Category
- Weapons
- Created
- 4/25/2021
- Updated
- 5/29/2021
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