Riverborn Argonian Skin
⚪ 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
- 👍 0.1% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #168 of 517 Models and Textures mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Overview
I really liked the face textures that were added by Drachi's Argonians Mod for Oldrim, but didn't quite like the body texture it came with. So I went ahead and used an upscaled version of the basic Argonian skin from SSEUT provided by Kartoffels, who gave me permission, and combined the face textures of Drachi's skin from here to create a perfect mix of a more draconic look that doesn't stray far from the vanilla style. Drachis has open permissions on their textures. This is my first mod so I welcome critisism, ideas and any help people may provide.
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[]22. 03. 2023 - Added support for SOS full. Please tell me if you encounter any bugs or weird issues.[/]
[]10. 04. 2023 - Reworked some areas from the ground to minimize artifacts from too much compression. Quality heavily improved.[/]
[]03. 06. 23 - Added vanilla body female variant in 2K/4K.[/]
[]04. 06. 23 - Added SAM Light Addon in Misc Files, kindly donated by fitrielias.[/]
[]07. 09. 2023 - Updated female vanilla skin to have the chestplates, among other small improvements. The female skin now uses Absurdly High Resolution Argonians as a base. It is still SFW, hence it complies with Vuthakral's permissions[/]
[]10. 07. 2026 - CBBE and BHUNP Version made by SkoomaFart
Please upload your own pics and show me your argonians!
Installation
Simply use your mod manager. You can safely uninstall it at any point.
Compatibility
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[]CBBE or BHUNP patches here: https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/184931[/]
[]HIMBO compatible[/]
[]Any skin texture overhauls - compatible, just load this one after the other skins[/]
- []Schlongs of Skyrim (full) or A New Gentleman - compatible[/]
- []Any argonian feet mods - partially compatible - no new textures for those, but there are claws for the Digitigrade Raptor Feet in my texture to be used with these, so that it looks acceptable[/]
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[]CBBE or BHUNP patches here: https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/184931[/]
Riverborn Argonian Skin is a texture replacement mod for Argonians in Skyrim Special Edition, combining Drachi's Argonians skin, Flawn's Vanilla Argonians, and SSEUT Argonian upscaled textures by Kartoffels. Available in 4K to 2K resolutions, it offers high-quality visual improvements for Argonian characters.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- High-resolution textures (4K to 2K) for crisp detail
- Community-approved with 583 endorsements
- Massive download count (790k) shows widespread use
⚠️ Cons
- Only replaces Argonian textures—no other race or creature changes
- Requires manual installation or mod manager setup; no FOMOD installer mentioned
- May conflict with other Argonian texture overhauls—check load order
For Skyrim players who want their Argonian characters to look sharper and more detailed without overhauling the entire game. If you're a fan of Argonians and want a simple texture upgrade, this is for you. Skip if you're looking for gameplay changes or if you prefer a complete visual overhaul.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to easily install and manage the texture files.
- If you have other Argonian texture mods, place Riverborn Argonian Skin lower in your load order to ensure it takes priority.
- For best performance, choose the 2K version if you're on a lower-end system; 4K is for high-end rigs.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- Riverbord
- Version
- 1.0.8
- Downloads
- 790,235
- Endorsements
- 583
- Category
- Models and Textures
- Created
- 2/12/2023
- Updated
- 9/7/2023
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