UNP Nord Chainmail Armor
⚪ Last updated 2016⚠️ Install Order · 6 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
- 👍 4.8% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #87 of 215 Armour mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This mod is available in english and german. The Mod is compatible with Skyrim Special Edition. Please endorse this mod if you like it.
Version 1. 2. 1 Credits for this Armor goes to:
- []TheGreenLion for the original chainmail texture. []PanTast for the modified texture. []Exeter for the UNP meshes.
The set consists of:
- []Helmet (it is the standard "Ancient Nord Helmet" but it fits with the Armor) []Gauntlets (textures from TheGreenLion) []Boots (textures from TheGreenLion)
- Cuirass (textures from TheGreenLion modified from PanTast with meshes from Exeter)
Bugs: None so far, please report if you find some.
Install: Copy the "data" folder from the archive to your Skyrim directory. If asked to overwrite, say yes. Start Skyrim, go to "Mods->Loadorder" and make sure the files are activated.
Uninstall: Delete the alcoholiceffect.esp from your "...\Skyrim Special Edition\Data" directory.
This mod adds a craftable Nord Chainmail Armor set designed for the UNP body type in Skyrim, with English and German language support. It has 1,536 endorsements and 31,788 downloads, indicating a solid following. The mod is purely cosmetic and requires the UNP body mod to work.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Solid community backing with 1,536 endorsements and over 31k downloads.
- Adds a lore-friendly armor option for UNP users who want more Nord-style gear.
- Simple craftable armor—no quests or complex mechanics, just smith it and go.
⚠️ Cons
- Only works with UNP body—if you use CBBE or other body replacers, this won't fit.
- Last updated in 2016, so it's likely not patched for newer Skyrim versions or mods.
- Potential conflicts with other armor mods that alter the same crafting recipes or body slots.
For Skyrim players who use the UNP body and want a craftable, lore-friendly chainmail set for their Nord characters. If you're into visual variety without gameplay changes, this is a solid pick. Skip if you use a different body type or want armor with special enchantments or stats.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you have the UNP body mod installed first, or the armor will clip or not show up correctly.
- You can craft the armor at a forge—check the 'Nord' or 'Steel' category for the recipe.
- If you're using a mod manager, let it handle the file placement to avoid overwriting other armor mods.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- johnwayne1930
- Version
- 1.2.1
- Downloads
- 31,788
- Endorsements
- 1,536
- Category
- Armour
- Created
- 11/2/2016
- Updated
- 11/2/2016
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