Unique Dragon Priest Masks - HD textures
⚪ Last updated 2021⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 3.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #182 of 244 Armour mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Permission granted thank you skyrimaguas give this guy some LOVE.
OLD POST or Original Post by the author
INTRODUCTION:
Dragon Priests are powerful dungeon bosses who wield some of the best collectible unique items in Skyrim - the Dragon Priest Masks. They are unique and there are only 10 of them in Skyrim (not including DLCs). Unfortunately, vanilla Skyrim used the same texture for all of them and they all looked uninteresting - it doesn't give justice to the power and uniqueness of these collectible artifacts. So, I created these new textures to truly show that each of them is one-of-a-kind with a sinister BAD-ASS look! These new textures now represent the true EVIL nature of the masks.
Version 2. 0 - This is a high-resolution texture replacer for the 10 Dragon Priest Masks:
Konahrik, Hevnoraak, Krosis, Morokei, Nahkriin, Otar, Rahgot, Vokun, Volsung and Wooden Mask.
Version 2. 1 - This is the stand-alone (non-replacer) version of the Unique Dragon Priest Masks.
They are craftable and enchantable. Compatible with any replacer mod for the Dragon Priest Masks.
INSTALLATION:
Version 2. 0 - Extract the archive contents into your Skyrim data folder. Enjoy!
Version 2. 1 - Extract the archive contents into your Skyrim data folder and activate the included ".esp" file in your load order.
Credits & Permissions:
Most of these textures are hand-made by me, so please endorse if you like it and
give credits and ask permission if you want to use it in your own mods.
SPECIAL THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING FOR THE COLLABORATIVE EFFORT:
MaidenUSA - for the development of the standalone version and assistance with normal maps
skunky123 & the "Mystery Modder" - for helping improve the new normal maps
EbrithilUmaroth - for the NMM installer Script
VERSION UPDATE LOG:
VERSION 2. 2 - All-in-one NMM installer package released
VERSION 2. 1 - Stand-alone Edition released
VERSION 2. 0 - Unique Hoods & Enhanced Normal Maps
VERSION 1. 2a/b - Konahrik Mask released
VERSION 1. 2 - Uploaded the correct default mask version for Otar & Wooden mask
VERSION 1. 1 - Updated Masks for Morokei and Otar
VERSION 1. 0 - INITIAL RELEASE
Version 2. 0 - Unique Masks with Unique Hoods HD and Enhanced Normal Maps
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Standalone Edition requires Arcane Blacksmith & Advanced Armors perks to create. No need for Optional Files except for No Custom Hoods if you want a vanilla hood replacement.
Cathedral Assets Optimizer
Creation Kit
Skyrimaguas (Creator of the mod)
MaidenUSA for the Standalone esp
A re-texture mod that gives each Dragon Priest Mask in Skyrim a unique, powerful, and evil appearance. With 1,901 endorsements and 62,054 downloads, it's a popular visual overhaul for players who want their masks to stand out. Last updated in April 2021.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 1,901 endorsements and over 62k downloads.
- Makes each mask visually distinct, so they don't all look the same.
- Adds a menacing vibe that fits the game's dark fantasy tone.
⚠️ Cons
- Only affects textures, so no changes to stats or enchantments.
- May conflict with other mods that alter the same mask textures.
- Last updated in 2021, so compatibility with the latest Skyrim versions isn't guaranteed.
For Skyrim players who want their Dragon Priest Masks to look more intimidating and unique without changing gameplay. If you're a collector or roleplayer who values visual flair, this is a solid pick. Skip if you're looking for gameplay tweaks or if you already use a comprehensive texture overhaul that covers masks.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to install and manage this mod easily.
- If you're playing Skyrim Special Edition, make sure the mod is compatible or look for a ported version.
- Check your load order to ensure this mod loads after other texture mods to avoid conflicts.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- skyrimaguas
- Version
- 2.0
- Downloads
- 62,054
- Endorsements
- 1,901
- Category
- Armour
- Created
- 7/3/2020
- Updated
- 4/18/2021
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