Complete Oblivion Modding Guide WIP

What does this guide entail?

This guide is here to be an up-to-date Oblivion modding guide that is exclusively on STEP. This guide does include recommendations from other guides and the credit will be given from where I found the original content. This is supposed to be community driven meaning, the community is going to take charge of how this guide is formatted, the content in the guide, such as, mod descriptions. If someone has a better way of doing things then post in the provided topic when I get it going but if I don't then PM me and remind me as well as a question/recommendation. "FIX LATER" 30+fps

FAQs, Yes you should take a peak a this first.

Mods that are not going to be included or are going not be used at this current time .

Better Cities: I chose this because it will cause the frame rate of the game to drop to around 15fps while in just about any town.

Really AEVWD: I am not yet comfortable with the massive frame drop. I have not come up with a good sacrifice for appearance VS. frames.

Open Cities and Open Cities Reborn: There are mod in incompatibilities as well as massive frame drop when even close to cities.

Credits

EssArrBee: Thanks to him for replaying to my email and providing an easy to write format.

tescosi.com: For providing various guides but are a little outdated.

Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Tweak Guide: I took more than a few look at this and I am going to add part from the guide to mine.

Section 1.X.X: The Tools and Setup

For the most part Wrye Bash is going to be the program to use but there is one time Where OBMM(Oblivion Mod Manager) is going to be needed since installing one part of the UI can be tricky and very difficult.

1.x Reset Oblivion to a Pristine (Vanilla) Installation:

First, do a backup of following directories:

<Steam>\Steamapps\common\Oblivion
<YourUserProfile>\(My)Documents\MyGames\Oblivion
<YourUserProfile>\AppData\Local\Oblivion

Copy-paste the files of each directory to your backup-drive and use 7-zip to reduce the files size. Note the non-solid option, normal option and the LZMA2 compression (allows the use of multiple core) should always be chosen.

2. Deactivate all mods using your choice of mod manager.

3. Browse to your Oblivion directory and delete all files and subdirectories except for Data and DirectX. Now browse to Data and hit (CTRL+A), then hold CTRL and deselect:

DLCShiveringIsles – Faces.bsa

DLCShiveringIsles – Meshes.bsa

DLCShiveringIsles – Sounds.bsa

DLCShiveringIsles – Textures.bsa

DLCShiveringIsles – Voices.bsa

Oblivion – Meshes.bsa

Oblivion – Misc.bsa

Oblivion – Sounds.bsa

Oblivion – Textures – Compressed.bsa

Oblivion – Voices1.bsa

Oblivion – Voices2.bsa

Oblivion.esm

4. Now navigate to <YourUserName>\AppData\Local and delete the Oblivion folder.

5. Now go to <YourUserName>\(My)Documents\My Games\Oblivion and delete the Oblivion folder. It will be regenerated later.

6. Deinstall your Mod Manager.

7. If you did use Wrye Bash as your mod manager, navigate to <Steam>\SteamApps\Common and find the folder 'Oblivion mods' and delete it. You maybe want to do a backup first!

8. If you did use any other mod manager, find and delete (and backup) their mod directories.

9. In Steam, right-click Oblivion in your Library → Properties → Local Files and hit 'Verify Integrity of Game Cache'. This will do a check on your files, re-download the DLC-content and every file that has been corrupted. This might take a while.

10. Again under Properties of Oblivion, navigate to the Update-tab and disable the Steam Cloud synch. As well navigate to the General Tab and enable 'Steam Overlay while ingame'.

11. Now launch Oblivion via 'Play' button in Steam Library, let the launcher set resolution and generate the .ini files.

Note Change Screen Effects to HDR – this is required for TES4LodGen used later in this guide and very important.

Start the game from the launcher, then [Exit] and [Exit Game]. Oblivion crashes eventually, that is a Vanilla bug and will be remedied by this guide.

12. Do a backup of your pristine (Vanilla) Oblivion directory for future use.

13. Starting a new game is highly recommended. Most likely your old savegames will be unusable.

Section 1.2.X: Future ini edits

"FIX LATER"memory stuff http://forums.bethsoft.com/topic/1176244-oblivion-and-memory-usage/

Basic INI Tweaks

[General]
SMainMenuMovieIntro=
SIntroSequence=

Leaving the second entry blank disables the bunch of intro-movies playing every time you start Oblivion. If you like to disable the Oblivion menu-intro as well, leave the first entry blank too.

[Controls]
bUse Joystick=0	;Set this if you don't use a joystick.
BGamePadRumble=0	;Set this if you don't use a Gamepad. If the entry is there.

[Water]
bUseWaterReflectionsStatics=1
bUseWaterReflectionsTrees=1
bUseWaterReflectionsActors=1

Water will reflect static objects (like houses and sky), trees and NPC's. This setting will impact a bit FPS in heavy populated areas – consider turning back off (=0) if you experience stutters and troubles with cell loading.

[Gameplay]
bSaveOnInteriorExteriorSwitch=0
bSaveOnTravel=0
bSaveOnWait=0
bSaveOnRest=0

This disables autosaving which is known to produce corrupt (unplayable) savegames over time. The first entry (bSaveOnInteriorExteriorSwitch) may be or not be there. If it is, set it to =0 as well.

[Grass]
iMaxGrassTypesPerTexure=5 or 7

Increases grass diversity with a small cost to performance and yup, 'texure' and not 'texture'! Consider 5 or 7 if using grass retexture mods.

Section 1.3.X: Tools

BOSS

Author: "FIX LATER" BOSS team
Version: v2.3.0
Installation:

Open the installer:

    Next
    Install

The default install location:

    C:\BOSS

Notes: This is a required utility. As of this point in time I don't trust the placement of LOOT especially because FCOM Convergence is part of this guide.

Wrye Bash

Author:Wrye Bash Team
Version:304.4
Installation:

Open the installer:

    Open the installer
    Next
    Check Only "Install for Oblivion" and "Wrye Bash [Standalone]"
    Install should be your Oblivion installation folder
    Next 2x
    Install
    Next
    Close

My Oblivion installation folder:

    C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Oblivion\

I would recommend taking a quick browse though the web page that opens up. It's very useful and after you have read, glanced and/or closed the help page, start Wrye Bash by navigating to the Mopy folder that is located in the Oblivion main folder. Run:

    Wrye Bash.exe

A popup will as you "Turn Lock Load Order Off?"

    Click 'Yes'
    Click 'OK'
    Click 'Installers' tab
    Click 'Yes'
    Close Wrye Bash

Notes: The link is the the Wrye Bash on the Skyrim Nexus site. The installer is for all of the supported games.

Wrye Bash or WB is a very useful tool for Oblivion. Even in skyrim, fallout series Wrye Bash has a Bashed Patch which is a patch that is generated based on you install list or load order. Wyre Bash is also useful for installing mods because of the Wizard.txt support. Helpful Tips:

    "FIX LATER"

TES4LODGen

Author: ElminsterAU
Version: 3.0.32EXP
Installation:

Extract into the Oblivion folder:

    TES4LODGen.exe

Notes: TES4LODGen MUST be ran every time load order changes. This includes that one tiny file at the very end. If you fail to do this, your game wont crash and you save destroyed but distant meshes wont appear right in front of you.

TES4LODGen is an amazing utility that generates the files for the distant meshes but not the landscape meshes. Really AEVWD requires this but is not part of this guide yet.

4GB Patch

Author: Daniel Pistelli
Version: 1.0.0.1
Installation:

Open the archive:

    Run:
         4gb_patch.exe
              Navigate to Oblivion installation
              Select 'Oblivion.exe'
              Open
              OK

Only use this if you have a x64 or 64 bit Operation System. This application isn't something you need to install but only run once.

Notes: Only run once on the Oblivion.exe.

This 4GB patch is mainly for exes that use more than the 2.1GB RAM limit on most 32 bit applications. This patcher adds a LAA(large address aware) flag which raises the RAM limit up to about 3.1GB but I have seen just under 4GB with some applications.

OBSE (Oblivion Script Extender)

Author: Ian Patterson, Stephen Abel, Paul Connelly
Version: 0021
Installation: Open the archive and extract the files below into the Oblivion folder where your Oblivion.exe is located.

Extract:

    Data folder
    obse_1_2_416.dll
    onse_editor.dll
    obse_loader,exe
    obse_steam_loader.dll

Notes: For the steam version launch Oblivion usingthe Steam Client. OBSE should hook. To test it you'll receive many errors about OBSE not being used. Then post the issue in the forum.

OBSE is a required script extender for some mods. Most of the mods that require OBSE are OBSE plugins which have .dll extensions.

OBMM (Oblivion mod manager)

Author: Timeslip
Version: 1.1.12
Installation: Download: obmm 1_1_12 full installer

Open archive and run:

    obmm_setup.exe

Installer:

    Next
    I accept the agreement
    Next 3x
    Install
    Finish

Notes: Archive Invalidation is a required step in modding Oblivion.

Enable Archive Invaildation:

    Open OBMM:
         Click Utilities
         Click Archive Invalidation
         Select BSA redirection
         Click  Update now
         Click OK
    Close OBMM

<short description> Only needed for DarkUI and Archive Invalidation

ENBoost Patch

Author: Boris Vorontsov

Version: v0.259

Installation:

Download the file from the link provided above and the configuration file from here.
Extract d3d9.dll and enbhost.exe from the Wrapper Version to <Steam>\SteamApps\common\Oblivion
Extract the archive from Nexus and drop the enblocal.ini matching your GPU and System to the same folder.

Open enblocal.ini and adjust following:

[Memory]
VideoMemorySizeMb=	;set here your VRAM size, for example 1000 for 1GB

[WINDOW]
ForceBorderless=true
ForceBorderlessFullscreen=true
;Note If you experience issues (stutters etc.) ingame and you have Vsynch enabled, disable one or the other.

[ENGINE]
ForceAnisotropicFiltering=false
MaxAnisotropy=8
;Note on some systems this might be a bit heavy since it's forced to run along HDR, consider 4 instead or turn it off

[LIMITER]
FPSLimit=0
;Note FPS-Limits are managed by OSR (Oblivion Stutter Remover)

TES4Edit

Author: ElminsterAU
Version: 3.0.32EXP
Installation:

Create:

    New Folder: "TES4Edit" without quotes

Extract archive:

    Place them in the TES4Edit folder

Neat tool"FIX LATER"

Section 1.3.X: Cleaning the DLC

This is a required step and should be done regardless of whether you are going to follow this guide or if you are even going to mod your game.

Clean the Oblivion's DLC

Open TES4Edit through MO.
Make sure Oblivion.esm and all the DLC plugins Checked.
When TES5Edit is loaded right click any plugin on the left pane and select Apply Filter for Cleaning.
When TES5Edit is done filtering right click "DLCOrrery.esp" and select Undelete and Disable References.
Right click "DLCOrrery.esp" again and select Remove "Identical to Master" records.
Close TES4Edit and make sure to save the plugins, but untick Backup Plugins and click [Okay].
Repeat for all of the plugins that have "UDR(s)" or "ITM(s)"

Note: Some mods have "UDR(s)" or "ITM(s)" but must not be cleaned. Follow BOSS report unless other wise described for a particular mod.

Undelete and Disable References are referred to as

    "UDR(s)"

"Identical to Master" records are referred to as

    "ITM(s)"

This is a sample BOSS report from before making edits to any Official DLC:

DLCHorseArmor.esp

         Contains dirty edits: 3 ITM, 0 UDR records.

DLCOrrery.esp

         Contains dirty edits: 11 ITM, 2 UDR records.

DLCVileLair.esp

         Contains dirty edits: 26 ITM, 1 UDR records.

DLCMehrunesRazor.esp

         Contains dirty edits: 21 ITM, 15 UDR records.

DLCSpellTomes.esp

         Contains dirty edits: 40 ITM, 0 UDR records.

DLCThievesDen.esp

         Contains dirty edits: 5 ITM, 135 UDR records.

DLCBattlehornCastle.esp

         Contains dirty edits: 13 ITM, 74 UDR records.

DLCFrostcrag.esp

         Contains dirty edits: 73 ITM, 94 UDR records.

Knights.esp:

         Contains dirty edits: 121 ITM, 257 UDR records

Section 2.X.X: Early mods and OBSE plugins

2.0 Prototype Skeleton

2.01 OBSE Extenders

OBSE plugins are generally required for some mods because they provide another way for a mod to interact with the game.

OBSE -Elys- Universal Silent Voice

Author: Elys

Version: 0.93

Requirements: Enabled subtitles

Installation:

Variation 1: Extract Elys_USV.dll, Elys_USV.mp3 and Elys_USV.lip to <Steam>\SteamApps\common\Oblivion\Data\OBSE\plugins
Variation 2: Install via Wrye Bain - if Wrye warns about a .dll, click [Continue].

When a character in oblivion isn't voiced then Oblivion will skip through the dialogue even if there are subtitles. This mod fixes that by placing a blank audio track in place of the voiced dialogue so that you can read the text dialogue.

Blockhead

Author: shadeMe

Version: 9.2

Installation:

Variation 1: Extract/drop Blockhead.dll to <Steam>\SteamApps\common\Oblivion\Data\OBSE\plugins
Variation 2: Install with Wrye Bain - if Wrye warns about a .dll, click [Continue]

This plugin allows mods to use different headmodels for their Race retexture projects such as OCO (Oblivion Character Overhaul) used in this guide.

Aye, and quote: “Blockhead is an OBSE plugin in its late forties that has had enough of the Oblivion engine’s limitations. Born in a robber button and brought up by a Dachshund named Colin, it learnt the harsh facts of reality early. Only to laugh at its face, tweak its nose and drop ice cubes down its vestments.”

Oblivion Stutter Remover

Author: SkyRanger-1

Version: 4.1.37

Installation:

Variation 1: Only the 'Data' folder in the archive is needed: extract/copy it to <Steam>\SteamApps\common\Oblivion.
Variation 2: Install with Wrye Bain - if Wrye warns about a .dll, click [Continue]

For both variations: open sr_Oblivion_Stutter_Remover.ini in <Steam>\SteamApps\common\Oblivion\OBSE\Plugins and adjust following

Master = {
bReplaceHeap = 1    ;turn it off (=0) if you experience reoccurring CTDs.

FPS_Management = {
fMaximumFPS = 60
fMinimumFPS = 20   ;consider 30

Heap = {
iHeapAlgorithm = 5
iHeapSize = 768     ;can be raised to 1024. Default 450.

ConsCribe

Author: shadme

Version: 1.0

Installation:

Variation 1: Extract/drop ConScribe.dll to <Steam>\SteamApps\common\Oblivion\Data\OBSE\Plugins
Variation 2: Install with Wrye Bain - if Wrye warns about a .dll, click [Continue]

Quote from the readme: “Bah! These useless mod authors are always asking for something or the other when it comes to bug reports. Load order, OBSE version, bashed patch status, sexual orientation, Oblivion version and non-existent error logs to name a few. Bah! - May your head fall off at an awkward moment if such a thought were to ever pass through it, verbatim or otherwise. Until then, consider using ConScribe ™”

Aye, well... actually, this plugin logs all console output to text files for later reviewing, including those typed in by the player. It removes the need for modders to adopt independent logging functions. This is needed for the Userinterface installation.

Optional OBSE Plugins

MenuQue - OBSE Plugin

Author: kyoma
Version: v16b
Notes: Required for MiniMap.

NifSE

Author: DragoonWraith
Version: 1.1
Notes: Required for most Combat Overhauls.

Oblivion - Enhanced Camera

Author: LogicDragon
Version: 1.4a
Notes: This mod is very optional. I included because I like the idea but if you occasionally experience motion sickness in games I highly recommend not using it. Even I get a little ill after using it and I don't get motion sick.

Replaces the first person camera with third person and then moving the camera into a first person view. I like the idea and thought others would. This IS my replacement for the leg view that should be part of the Deadly Reflex combat mod that is later in the guide. I'll add the recommended leg mod later."FIX LATER"

2.02 Fixes

UOP - Unofficial Oblivion Patch

Author: by Quarn, Kivan and Arthmoor

Version: 3.5.0

Installation:

Download UOP and 'QTP3 UOP350 Compatibility Patch' from the Optional Files
Install all parts of UOP except 'UOP Vampire Aging & Face Fix.esp'. The fix will be included in the bashed patch (Tweak)

Do not yet install the QTP3 patch, it will be used later.

Unofficial Shivering Isles Patch

Author: Quarn and Kivan and Arthmoor

Version: 1.5.4

Installation:

Esp/m Filter:
    Check: All

Unofficial Official Mods Patch

Author: Quarn and Kivan and Arthmoor

Version: 19

Installation:

Esp/m Filter:
    Check: All

Note 'DLCThieves Den – Unofficial Patch – SSSB.esp' should only be activated for a new savegame.

Summon Dremora Lord Saved

Author: DemonLord7654

Version: 1.0

Installation:

Drop to Bain and activate.

Disappearing Grass Fix for Oblivion and Nehrim

Author: Xerus
Version: 1.0
Installation: Download: Disappearing Grass Fix

Esp/m Filter:

    Check: GrassFix.esp
    Uncheck: NehrimGrassFix.esp

This mod fixes the disappearing act that grass has over time. It will be merged in the bashed patch.

2.03 User Interface

You can chose between two different layouts of DarNified UI that get rid of the xBox interface and converts it to be more PC-like.

DarNified UI

Author: DarN

Version: v132

Download also:

BCF-File DarNfied UI, v1.3 by Ubeogesh
[BCF-File Loading Screens Themed Replacer Addon] by Soire
Loading Screens Themed Replacer, v1.0 by Trollf
Loading Screens Themed Replacer SI, v1.0 by Trollf
Loading Screens Themed Replacer Addon, v1.0 by Trollf

download LoadingScreensThemedAddOn only

Installation:

Drag and drop the Loading Screens Themed Replacer into Bain, uncheck the .esp in the right Pane and install.
Drag and drop the Loading Screen Themed Replacer SI into Bain, uncheck the .esp in the right pane and install.
Drag and drop the Loading Screen Themed Replacer Addon into Bain -> drop both BCF files into <SteamApps>\common\Oblivion Mods\Installers\Bain Converters. Back in Bain, click the mod and 'Conversion' -> 'Apply' -> chose the corresponding BCF. Highlight the new archive, click '00 Core' and 'AddOn+Base+SI', uncheck LoadingScreensAddon.esp in the right pane and install.
Download DarNified UI 7-zip version and drop it into Bain. Right-click the archive, 'Conversion' -> 'Apply -> chose the corresponding BCF.

Choose following in the right pane: 000 Core & 102 Trollf's Loading Screen add-on - install. If you want to chose a different font - remember to adjust the Oblivion.ini as described in the readme.

Section 2.1.X: Vanilla BSA Overrides

AAOVTR

Author: I don't Know
Version: N/A
Installation:

Install Options:

    Right-click Override Skips

Notes: Nexus is reviewing the file due to not giving the proper credit to the authors of the texture. I have a copy but don't know if I'm allowed to distribute even permission from the author, which I do NOT have.

Replaces the vanilla Oblivion - Textures - Compressed.bsa with replacement textures for almost all vanilla textures.

Section 3.X.X: UI and Fixes

For the UI mods I went with DarkUId DarN

Section 3.1.X: UI

DarkUId DarN

Author: Gothic251
Version: 1.6
Installation: Download: DarkUId DarN 16 OMOD Version.

Move:

    DarkUId DarN 16 OMOD Version-11280.zip into:
         Oblivion\obmm\mods folder

Install:

    In Wrye Bash right-click the bar that is underneath the tabs
    Select Monitor External Installation...
    Click OK

Leave Wrye Bash in the current state. Open OBMM:

    Select 'DarkUId DarN 16 OMOD Version-11280'
    Click Activate
    Type the name of your character
    (suggestion) If playing a female try "Rosaline"
    Select OK
    Click 'Install Everything'
    Select multiple (use ctrl)
         Select 'Custom Font 1' (Optional/Option)
         Select 'Atmospheric Loading Screens'
         Select 'No Quest Added popup'
    Click Ok
    Select 'Knights_Quest_36' (Optional/Options)
    Click Ok
    Select 'Large' (Options)
    Click OK
    Press ctrl + Yes
    Close OBMM

Wrye Bash:

    Click OK
    Select all
    Type "DarkUId DarN" (Options)
    Click OK

Notes: This can be a complicated install. I tried to make sure that it was painfully described.

<short description>"FIX LATER"

Atmospheric Dark UI Loading Screens

Author: Galahaut and Vacuity
Version: 4.05
Installation: Download: Atmospheric Loading Screens 4_05

Esp/m Filter:

    Check One:
         Atmospheric Loading Screens - Random Quotes.esp (Options)

Notes: Required: DarkUId DarN

Section 3.2.X: Fixes

Disappearing Grass Fix for Oblivion and Nehrim

Author: Xerus
Version: 1.0
Installation: Download: Disappearing Grass Fix

Esp/m Filter:

    Check: GrassFix.esp
    Uncheck: NehrimGrassFix.esp

This mod fixes the disappearing act that grass has over time. Considered must have. I am unsure if UOP include this.

OblivionScriptOptimization - SI FIXED

Author: Hrmn
Version: 1.0
Installation: Download: OblivionScriptOptimization SI Fixed

Esp/m Filter:

    Check: HrmnsOblivionScriptOptimizationv1.0.esp

Notes: BOSS reports: "Not recommended for use as there is no measurable performance improvement." In quick testing I would say there was about a 5 fps difference. I could be wrong. I'll properly test later.

This mod is supossed to optimize Oblivion's scripts making them easier for the engine to read. This is done by reducing the number of functions/operations. Check out OblivionScriptOptimization Main page. don't install from the main site. Use the OblivionScriptOptimization - SI FIXED.

Cobl

Author: Cobl Team
Version: Cobl v173
Installation:

Sub-Packages:

    Check:
         00 Cobl Core
         02 Tweaks (Only install one)

Esp/m Filter:

    Check:
         Cobl Main.esm
         Cobl Filter Late...
         Cobl Glue.esp
         Cobl Races.esp
         Cobl Si.esp
         Cobl Tweaks - FCOM Mergeable.esp

Notes: Bashed Patch requires special edits with this mod. That part will be described near the end of the guide.

Cobl stands for Common Oblivion."FIX LATER"

Section 3.3.X: Mesh Reduction

People have found that high poly meshes cause low frame rate regardless of the card that is getting used.

fps Poly Gone Ext

Author: Batman92
Version: 10
Installation: Download: Poly Gone Ext v0_11

Sub-Packages:

    Check: 
         Data

One of the more popular mesh reduction mods out there.

Section 4.X.X: Unofficial Patches

Considered a must have. Almost every release of an Elder Scrolls game, there are always Unofficial Patches that soon follow.

Unofficial Oblivion Patch

Author: Quarn and Kivan and Arthmoor
Version: 3.5.0
Installation:

Esp/m Filter:

    Check:
         Oblivion Citadel Door Dix.esp
         Unofficial Oblivion Patch.esp
         UOPS Aditional Charges.esp
    Uncheck:
         UOP Vampire Aging & Face Fix.esp

Notes: The Vampire Aging & Face Fix is going to be part of the Bashed Patch, which is described near the end of the guide.

Unofficial Shivering Isles Patch

Author: Quarn and Kivan and Arthmoor
Version: 1.5.4
Installation:

Esp/m Filter:

    Check: All

Unofficial Official Mods Patch

Author: Quarn and Kivan and Arthmoor
Version: 19
Installation:

Esp/m Filter:

    Check: All

Section 5.X.X: Large Texture Packs and Landscape

Section 5.1.X: QTP3

"FIX LATER" describe

Qarls Texture Pack III Full v1_3

Author: Qarl
Version: 1.3
Installation: QarlTP3.zip

Install:

    In Wrye Bash right-click the bar that is underneath the tabs
    Select Monitor External Installation...
    Click OK

Leave Wrye Bash in the current state. Open Archive:

    Run:
         QuarlTP3.exe
    "Extract To":
         Oblivion\Data
    Select Extract

Wrye Bash:

    Click OK
    Select all
    Type "QTP3" (Options)
    Click OK

Notes: This can be a complicated install. I tried to make sure that it was painfully described.

I am trying to find a reliable upload of the texture pack. If this link goes down post in the forum.

Qarls Texture Pack is a compilation of other texture packs giving what he thought as the best experience. This is used as a base so that other texture pack can override this pack.

QTP3 UOP350 Compatibility Patch

Author: Quarn and Kivan and Arthmoor
Version: 3.5.0
Installation: Download: QTP3 UOP350 Compatibility Patch from the Optional Files

QTP3 Transparent Rock Texture Fix

Author: amnes
Version: 1.0
Notes: I am unsure if this is still needed but figured that it really doesn't matter if it is installed.

Bomret Texture Pack for Shivering Isles

Author: Bomret
Version: 1.0
Installation: (if needed)
Notes: The page needs to be translated. Chrome works great. If you can't translate then click the red text in the box near the bottom of the page.

Just like Qarls Texture Pack this is just as amazing but for the Shivering Isle expansion.

parallaxed_qarl

Author: Qarl
Version: v1
Installation: Download: parallaxed_qarl.7z

pqarl_v1_1_update

Author: Qarl
Version: v1.1
Installation: Download: pqarl_v1_1_update.7z

Section 5.2.X: Landscape Mesh and Textures

NOTE: This Section and a few other mods may be replaced by Landscape LOD generator tes4ll-v4. I struggle to fully understand this amazing application. There are a few problems with the application and can take over an hour but that might because I did something wrong.

Optimised Distant Land MAX

Author: bunsaki
Version: 1.1
Installation:

Sub-Packages:

    50 Percent Optimized Distant Land

Notes: May be replaced by an application.

There will be a needed patch that will be near the end of the guide for Unique Landscapes.

This mod reduces vanilla distant land meshes to increase frames.

Koldorns LOD Noise Replacer

Author: Koldorn
Version: 1.3
Installation: Download: KoldornsLODnoiseReplacer

Sub-Packages:

    Check Medium

Notes: May be replaced by an application

Deathb0rns Modified Qarls LOD Normal Maps

Author: Deathb0rn
Version: 1.1
Installation: Download: 2048x2048 version (Options)
Notes: May be replaced by an application

Section 6.X.X: Really AEVWD and Distant Objects

Don't Use 6.1.X

I am not happy with the massive frame drop. This being said I recommend not installing this but rather download and place in the install list and leave it deactivated.

Really AEVWD

Author: Several
Version: 1.9.2
Installation: Don't install this mod at this time. Only place in your install order.

Wizard:

Notes: If you feel that you understand this mod then go ahead an install but if you don't I would recommend not installing this mod.

This mod adds distant meshes resources, that after running TES4LODGen there will be more distant mesh ojects. "FIX LATER"grammar

Section 6.2.X: Animated Window Lighting System and Chimneys

Animated Window Lighting System and Chimneys - AWLS

Author: XMarksTheSpot-Brumbek-Ismelda
Version: 5.5.4
Installation:

Wizard:

    Select "Advanced Smoking Chimneys"
    No
    No (Options)
    Yes
    Default 3x(Options)
    Yes
    Default 4x(Options)
    Check: "Apply these selections" and "Install this package"

Esp/m Filter:

    Check all

Section 7.X.X: Character Overhauls

"FIX LATER"

Section 7.1.X: Oblivion Character Overhaul

Oblivion Character Overhaul version 2

Author: nuska
Version: 2.03
Installation: (if needed)"FIX LATER"
Notes: (if needed)"FIX LATER" all optional files

Section 8.X.X: Weather and Sound

I have always enjoyed diverse weather and sounds in games. I hate when I am able to pick up of the repetition of things.

I am currently looking for more or different sounds.

I am looking to find a good new voice set. I found one but thought its strange until I had gotten used to it.

Section 8.1.X: Weather and Interior

Weather - All Natural

Author: Chong Li
Version: 1.35a
Installation:

Wizard:

    All Natural - Full
    Yes 3x
    All three checked
    Rose Red Tint (Option)
    Default (Option)
    Default Nights (Option)
    Default
    Check: Apply these selection and Install this package

Esp/m Filter:

    Check: All

Notes: Kvatch Rebuilt and MMM are going to be installed later.

This mod includes another mod that was merged into All Natural. All natural improves weather as well as add lights to all the vanilla places that looked like something was giving off light but there was anything close that would give off light.

Immersive Interiors

Author: SomeWelshGuy
Version: 0.8.1
Installation: (if needed)"FIX LATER"
Notes: (if needed)"FIX LATER"

Immersive Interiors - Bravil and Leyawiin

Author: 127ms
Version: 2.01
Installation: (if needed)"FIX LATER"
Notes: (if needed)"FIX LATER"

Section 8.2.X: Sound

I took a look at a different mod called GOSH - Gecko's Oblivion Sound overHaul. I took a quick read through the comments and found people that had issues. I chose to ignore GOSH but rather follow the recommendations given by Cliffworms.

Sounds of Cyrodiil

Author: Cliffworms
Version: 1.1
Installation: (if needed)"FIX LATER"
Notes: (if needed)"FIX LATER" patches

Storms and Sound v3 lightning for all weathers

Author: Deathless Aphrodite lilith and Foghorne
Version: 3.0
Installation: (if needed)"FIX LATER"
Notes: (if needed)"FIX LATER"

Oblivion Stereo Sound Overhaul

Author: canderoc
Version: 0.9
Installation: (if needed)"FIX LATER"
Notes: (if needed)"FIX LATER"

Better Bell Sounds

Author: Morbus
Version: 1.0
Installation: (if needed)"FIX LATER"
Notes: (if needed)"FIX LATER"

Atmospheric Oblivion

Author: Piratelord
Version: 1
Installation: (if needed)"FIX LATER"
Notes: (if needed)"FIX LATER"

Atmospheric Oblivion Updated

Author: PirateLord
Version: 1.1
Installation: Don't install.
Notes: I saw this but I don't exactly know what it fixes and if the fixes were done correctly.

Symphony of Violence - Combat Sound Enhancement

Author: MigTheGreat
Version: 0.5
Installation: (if needed)"FIX LATER"
Notes: (if needed)"FIX LATER"

Section 9.X.X: Quests and Adventures

I like to have as much content in my game as possible. Post in the forum if you know of a new quest or new land mod.

Section 9.1.X: Unique Landscapes

Unique Landscapes Compilation

Author: Various
Version: 1.7.3
Installation:

Wizard:

    Full
    Wheat (Option)
    Default (Option)
    Yes
    Check: Apply these selections and Install this package.

I would probably consider this a must-have mod because it adds many unique location in the Tamriel world.

Verona House Bloodlines

Author: DTOM
Version: 12.0
Installation:

Esp/m Filter:

    VHBloodlines.esp

Notes: Can cause extremely low frames because this mod adds a town on the road around the capital. Considering on removing.

A quest mod that adds a nice small but compact town.

The Heart of the Dead

Author: BFreyermuth
Version: 6.5
Installation: (if needed)
Notes: (if needed)

Knights of the Nine Revelation

Author: Lanceor
Version: 1.3.7
Installation: (if needed)
Notes: (if needed)

Kvatch Rebuilt

Author: Kvatch Rebuilt Team
Version: 3.0pb2
Installation: (if needed)
Notes: (if needed)

The Lost Spires

Author: Leo Gura
Version: 6.00
Installation: (if needed)"FIX LATER"
Notes: (if needed)"FIX LATER"

Tears Of The Fiend

Author: Simyaz and Arilita
Version: 1.22
Installation: (if needed)"FIX LATER"
Notes: (if needed)"FIX LATER"

Section 10.X.X: General Mods

Bank of Cyrodiil

Author:
Version:
Installation: "FIX LATER"EXE installer
Notes: (if needed)

Better dungeons

Author: Scot and WalkerInShadows
Version: v13
Installation: Better Dungeons non-BSA and Better Dungeons.

Better Dungeons: Esp/m Filter:

    Check: Better Dungeons.esp

Improves dungeons. Thought it looked good and didn't see anything bad about it.

Clocks of Cyrodiil

Author: WilliamSea
Version: v1.00
Installation: Clocks of Cyrodiil
Notes: Needs Cleaning

After installing, I found it looked pretty natural.

Drop Lit Torches OBSE

Author: Strategy Master
Version: V2.4
Installation: DLT OBSE V2-4

Esp/m Filter:

    Check: DropLitTorchOBSE.esp

Notes: Required for Deadly Reflex.

HUD Status Bars

Author: TheNiceOne
Version: 5.3.2
Installation: HUD Status Bars 5_3_2

Sub-Packages:

    Check: 00, 01 Vanilla style, 10 - (Dark) DarN, 11 DarNified Compass

Esp/m Filter:

     Check: HUD Status Bars.esp

Notes: I need someone to write an ini that put the bars in one place as well as making them easier to see.

Changes the HUD."FIX LATER"

Keychain

Author: mmmpld and haama
Version: 5.00
Installation: Keychain v5_00

Esp/m Filter:

    Check: P1DkeyChain.esp

Collects all the keys into one key chain so that there are not a bunch of random key in your inventory.

Let the People Drink

Author: Khornate and Qazaaq
Version: 2.6
Installation: Main file.

Sub-Packages:

    Check: 00, 01 Plain Cobl.

Esp/m Filter:

    Check: LetThePeopleDrink.esp

MiniMap - Reboot

Author: Kyoma
Version: 1.2.0
Installation: MiniMap v1x2x0

Esp/m Filter:

    Check: MiniMap.esp

Notes: Requirement"FIX LATER"

As I was doing some testing, I felt like I was missing a minimap. I then did a search and found one. "FIX LATER"I will say controls need remapping.

Mythic Creatures

Author: themythofstrider
Version: 1.0
Installation: Mainfile

Retextures for creatures. I would like to add more.

Roads of Cyrodiil

Author: Arthmoor - Ukrr - mariedanj
Version: 1.0
Installation:

Sub-Packages:

    Check: 
         00 Core
         01 Road Records

Esp/m Filter:

    Check:
         Roads of Cyrodil.esp
         ROC Standard Road Record.esp

Notes: I ave no idea what ROC Standard Road Record.esp is or does.

I thought that bridges would be awesome in Cyrodil and well it is.

RefScope

Author: Wyzard
Version: 2.1.2
Installation: RefScope 2_1_2

Esp/m Filter:

    Check: RefScope.esp

A must have mod for debugging. The usage will be described near the end of the guide.

Reznod Mannequins

Author: reznod
Version: 3.0
Installation: Reznod Mannequins

Esp/m Filter:

    Reznod_Mannequins.esp

One of the mods recommended this mod. I figured, why not.

Potentially NSFW Slof's Oblivion Horses

Author: Slof's
Version: 2.0
Installation:

Esp/m Filter:

    Uncheck: Slof's Horses Base.esp

Supposedly improves horses. "FIX LATER"

Weapon Improvement Project

Author: InsanitySorrow
Version: 1.9
Installation: (if needed)
Notes: (if needed)

Section 11.X.X: FCOM Convergence

Section 11.1.X: FCOM Convergence

This is a massive convergence of many massive overhauls. I makes the game feel new and way more difficult. I'm also looking for alternative overhauls that are compatible with this guide.

Francescos Creatures and Items - V5

Author: Francesco and SomeWelshGuy
Version: 5.0B2
Installation:

Download:

    Francescos Creatures and Items - V5B1
    Francescos Creatures and Items - V5B2 Update

Wizard:

    Francescos Creatures and Items - V5B1
    Next
    Yes, I want the SI version
    Yes, I am installing FCOM
    Next
    Uncheck: Chance of More Enemies
    Check: Apply these selections, Install this package

Notes: Don't mess with the Sub-Packages or Esp/m Filter because they are already selected

OOO (Oscuro's_Oblivion_Overhaul)

Author:
Version: 1.35
Installation: Download: OOO135.zip, OOO135BSA.7z, OOO MIssing Icons.7z, Harvest_Flora_v3_0_1.zip
Notes:

OOO135: Esp/m Filter:

    Check: 
         Oscuro's_Oblivion_Overhaul.esm
         Oscuro's_Oblivion_Overhaul.esp

Harvest_Flora_v3_0_: Esp/m Filter:

    Check: All

WarCryEv

Author: "FIX LATER"
Version: "FIX LATER"
Installation: Download: WarCryEv.7z, Oblivion WarCry EV Opti.7z
Notes:

WarCryEv: Esp/m Filter:

    Check: All

Bob's Armory Oblivion

Author: "FIX LATER"
Version: "FIX LATER"
Installation: Download: Bob's Armory Oblivion.7z, FCOMBob's Armory Oblivion Opti.7z
Notes:

Bob's Armory Oblivion: Esp/m Filter:

    Check: All

FCOM Convergence

Author: Team FCOM
Version: 1.0
Installation: Download: FCOM Convergence 1.00.7z, FCOM_Convergence.7z, FCOM RealSwords Resources.7z
Notes:

FCOM Convergence 1.00: Esp/m Filter:

    Check: Select all except FCOM_SpawnRates*
    Check: FCOM_SpawnRatesReduced.esp

FCOM Optional Add-Ons

Author: Team FCOM
Version: 1.0
Installation: Download: FCOM Optional Add-Ons.7z
Notes: These are the options that are compatible with FCOM. For right now leave this completely uninstalled but remain in install list.

MMM (Martigen's Monster Mod)

Author: "FIX LATER"
Version: 3.8
Installation: Download: MMM38.rar, MMM38BSA.7z
Notes:

MMM38: Esp/m Filter:

    Check: Mart's Monster Mod.esm, Mart's Monster Mod - Diverse Creatures Expansion.esp, Mart's Monster Mod - Diverse WaterLife.esp, Mart's Monster Mod - Extra Wounding.esp, Mart's Monster Mod - Hunting & Crafting.esp, Mart's Monster Mod - Looting NPCs & Creatures.esp, Mart's Monster Mod - More Wilderness Life No Gates.esp, Mart's Monster Mod - Mummies.esp, Mart's Monster Mod - RadiantAITweaks.esp, Mart's Monster Mod - Shivering Ises.esp

MMM38BSA: The BSA file name MUST be changed to "FCOM_Convergence_MartsMonsterMod" without quotes.

Section 11.2.X: FCOM Convergence Patches

OOOorMMMFCOMSlofHorseDLCHorseArmor

Author: "FIX LATER"
Version: "FIX LATER"
Installation: Download: OOOorMMMFCOMSlofHorseDLCHorseArmor.rar
Notes: Requires Slof's Oblivion Horses

Esp/m Filter:

    Check: MMM4OOO&FCOM - Slofs Horse & DLC Armor.esp

"FIX LATER"

MOBS - Medieval Oblivion Equipment Balance System

Author: Corepc - BFG
Version: 2.0a
Installation: Download: OMOBS Shivering Isles

Esp/m Filter:

    Check: OMOBS_SI.esp

Notes: I'm not 100% sure that this works with the new FCOM Convergence 1.00

Section 12.X.X: Combat Overhauls

I am playing on making this section into a modular system where there will be a selection of modules for Combat Overhaul. This is just to start. Unnecessary violence is being considered

Deadly Reflex

Author: Skycaptain
Version: 6.0b101
Installation: Download: Deadly Reflex v6_0_beta101

Esp/m Filter:

    Check: 
         HorseCombatMaster.esm
         DeadlyReflex 6 - Combat Moves.esp

Notes: "FIX LATER" This needs a configuration guide. I need input on what keys to use.

Combat Overhaul. I tried it in testing and it made the animations feel way better. The combat was very interactive.

Deadly Reflex 6 - NiFSE1-0 Release Compatibility Fix

Author: HeX
Version: V1.1
Installation: Download: DR6-NIFSE Compatibility patch

Esp/m Filter:

    Check:
         Deadly Reflex 6 - HeX NifSE Patch.esp

Notes: Required to use Deadly Reflex

Section 13.X.X: Overriding Texture Packs

Nice Ice a.k.a. The Hills Have Ice

Author: maczopikczo and xrayy
Version: 03

HiRes Oblivion Textures

Author: Evandar
Version: 1.1

AliveWaters

Author: Windsurfer
Version: 0.6
Installation:

Esp/m Filter:

    Check: All

AliveWaters Grass Bug Fix

Author: Xerus
Version: 1.0

Book Jackets: Oblivion Standard Res

Author: Daleth
Version: 1.0
Installation: Download: Book Jackets Oblivion High Res

Esp/m Filter:

    Check:
         Book Jackets Oblivion.esp

Improved Doors and Flora

Author: Mikal33
Version: 1.1
Installation: Download both files

Install:

    Improved Doors and Flora
    IDFUpdate

Improved Trees and Flora

Author: Mikal33
Version: 1.0
Installation: Download: Improved Trees and Flora

Install:

    Improved Trees and Flora

Improved Bruma

Author: Mikal3
Version: 1.31
Installation: Download: Improved Bruma and BrumaUpdate

Instal:

    Improved Bruma
    BrumaUpdate

Improved Signs

Author: Mikal33
Version: 1.2
Installation: Download: ImprovedSignsComplete

Install:

    ImprovedSignsComplete

Section 14.X.X: Overhauls Overriding Texture Packs

Section 15.X.X: Patches

Section 16.X.X: Testing Resources

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FCOM TestResource

Author:"FIX LATER"
Version: "FIX LATER"
Installation: Download: FCOM TestResource.zip

Esp/m Filter:

    Check: FCOM 300_Resource.esp

This is a good utility for playing around with high spawns rates. This is done after enabling the esp. Once the game is started, you will be immediately teleported to a cell. To change cells use "coc 300TestCellXX" in the console.There are 30 cells XX = (00 - 29)

Landscape LOD generator tes4ll-v4

Author: Gruftikus and Lightwave
Version: 4.10
Installation: This is an application and is different from most. After downloading extract the files described below and then place them inside you Data folder.

Extract:

    Ini
    tes4qlod_tex
    S3TC.EXE
    tes4ll.exe
    VIC32.DLL
    tes4qlod_Oblivion_ltex.dat

I recommend not using the batch files since this guide is going to download and install the last application which functions a GUI for tes4ll-v4. You MUST backup your:

    Oblivion/Data/Meshes/Landscape/LOD folder

I generally copy/paste sequentially thus giving me and LOD - Copy folder.

Notes: I need to understand this thing more before I add it.

[<url> <mod name>]

Author:
Version:
Installation: (if needed)
Notes: (if needed)

Section 17.X.X: Finishing Up

Section 17.1.X: Wrye Bash - Bashed Patch

"FIX LATER"

Section 17.2.X: Run Applications

"FIX LATER"

Section 18.X.X: Complete Collected Credits

"FIX LATER"

Section 19.X.X: Change Log

"FIX LATER"

Oblivion:Unofficial-Hishutup-1.0.0

Complete Oblivion Modding Guide WIP

What does this guide entail?

FAQs, Yes you should take a peak a this first.

Mods that are not going to be included or are going not be used at this current time .

Credits

Section 1.X.X: The Tools and Setup

1.x Reset Oblivion to a Pristine (Vanilla) Installation:

Section 1.2.X: Future ini edits

Basic INI Tweaks

Section 1.3.X: Tools

Section 1.3.X: Cleaning the DLC

Clean the Oblivion's DLC

Section 2.X.X: Early mods and OBSE plugins

2.0 Prototype Skeleton

2.01 OBSE Extenders

Optional OBSE Plugins

2.02 Fixes

2.03 User Interface

Section 2.1.X: Vanilla BSA Overrides

AAOVTR

Section 3.X.X: UI and Fixes

Section 3.1.X: UI

Section 3.2.X: Fixes

Section 3.3.X: Mesh Reduction

Section 4.X.X: Unofficial Patches

Section 5.X.X: Large Texture Packs and Landscape

Section 5.1.X: QTP3

Section 5.2.X: Landscape Mesh and Textures

Section 6.X.X: Really AEVWD and Distant Objects

Don't Use 6.1.X

Section 6.2.X: Animated Window Lighting System and Chimneys

Section 7.X.X: Character Overhauls

Section 7.1.X: Oblivion Character Overhaul

Section 8.X.X: Weather and Sound

Section 8.1.X: Weather and Interior

Section 8.2.X: Sound

Atmospheric Oblivion Updated

Section 9.X.X: Quests and Adventures

Section 9.1.X: Unique Landscapes

Section 10.X.X: General Mods

Potentially NSFW Slof's Oblivion Horses

Section 11.X.X: FCOM Convergence

Section 11.1.X: FCOM Convergence

Section 11.2.X: FCOM Convergence Patches

Section 12.X.X: Combat Overhauls

Section 13.X.X: Overriding Texture Packs

Section 14.X.X: Overhauls Overriding Texture Packs

Section 15.X.X: Patches

Section 16.X.X: Testing Resources

[<url> <mod name>]

Section 17.X.X: Finishing Up

Section 17.1.X: Wrye Bash - Bashed Patch

Section 17.2.X: Run Applications

Section 18.X.X: Complete Collected Credits

Section 19.X.X: Change Log