Oblivion:Unofficial-Hishutup-1.0.0

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About Mythic Dawn

NOTE: The Mythic Dawn guide has become dated and unmaintained yet again. Following this guide as it is exactly written will lead to a likely partially broken game. Many mods in the guide have been updated, there are new mods that should replace some, and there are other mods that should be in this guide but aren't. Someone very familiar with modding loosely following this guide should be able to get an acceptable experience. If you are inexperienced with modding then you will likely have many problems. In-depth support from Hishutup and Synthetik in the forums is unlikely at this point in time, but you may possibly get small advice from other community members if you have any problems.

There are plans to rewrite the guide, but any work on the guide will likely be delayed until June at the earliest. :(

Mythic Dawn was created by Hishutup and Soire (Red). It was updated in 2015 by Synthetik.

Oblivion is very much a dated game that is 18 years old now. This guide will help make Oblivion look as good as possible while maintaining a setup that adds to gameplay, stability, and re-playability. This guide's goal was to account for everyone, this includes users that only want a "fixed" game that includes improvements/fixes and also to account for users that want to see how many extras mods can offer to their game. With that in mind, Oblivion is old enough that the Game of the Year Edition or the base game with all DLC is required. This guide will use Wrye Bash as its main mod manager and BOSS as the main sorting tool.

If you would like to provide feedback or make suggestions relating to the guide, use this forum thread.
If you have issues or problems and need support for the guide, ask via this forum thread on the STEP Community forums.

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System Requirements

We recommend the following hardware configuration for running Mythic Dawn. The minimum requirements should be sufficient for installing the Core mods. For those wishing to use high quality options and/or to install the Extended mods, be advised that a more powerful system is likely necessary.

It should be noted that this guide is incompatible with SLI/Crossfire configurations and if you are a multi-card user you should create a custom graphics profile and disable SLI/Crossfire for this guide.

Hardware	Minimum	Recommended
Windows OS	Windows 7/8.1/10 (64 Bit)
CPU	Intel Core i5 2500K / AMD (unsupported due to performance)	Intel Core i7 6700K
System RAM	4 GB	≥8 GB
GPU	1GB VRAM	≥2GB VRAM

How is this Guide Modular?

Currently Mythic Dawn is built around a modular installation, meaning each mod is marked and your choice of installing a mod will depend on the marking.

GThe Green Squares are Core:

Core mods are required and contain fixes, texture replacements, and improvements of all sorts that update the vanilla feel of Oblivion. Performance options are noted where possible.

YThe Yellow Squares are Extended:

Extended mods enhance the Oblivion feeling further, but may not be designed for low-end systems and be completely lore-friendly.

OThe Orange Squares are completely optional:

These mods add extras on top of the Core/Extended mods and give Oblivion a new and fresh feel to it allowing for diverse play-styles. Some of them are heavy on your system and might not be lore-friendly at all.

RThe Red Squares may or may not be usable:

These mods have not been thoroughly tested and could have issues that are unexpected and little to no support. Many may also have a drastic performance decrease.

B Invalid Name, Please user either Green, Yellow, Orange, Red or Blue.The Blue Squares are patches:

These mods are patches and are needed if you have installed the mod the specific patch is for.

Installation Setup

If You Have Modded Oblivion Before..

This guide assumes that the user is beginning with a clean Oblivion installation. If you already have the game installed or have modded Oblivion before please follow the instructions below.

The following will remove everything, meaning: games files, installed mods, game saves, etc. If you wish to back up your files or saves then do so now.

1. Back up locations:
   • "<Oblivion install>"
   • "<My Games>\Oblivion"
   • "<YourUserName>\AppData\Local\Oblivion"
2. Deactivate all mods using your choice of mod manager.
3. Browse to your Oblivion directory and delete all files and sub-directories.
4. Open Steam, right-click Oblivion in your Library → Delete Local Content → Delete. Wait until the game has been uninstalled.
5. Navigate to "<YourUserName>\AppData\Local" and delete the Oblivion folder.
6. Go to
   • "<YourUserName>\(My)Documents\My Games\Oblivion"
   • Delete the Oblivion folder. It will be regenerated later.
7. Uninstall your previous Mod Manager(s).
8. If you did use Wrye Bash, navigate to
   • "<Steam>\SteamApps\Common"
9. Find the folder Oblivion Mods. Backup first if you want to, then delete.
10. If you did use any other mod manager, find and delete (and backup) their mod directories.

Installing Oblivion

Simply launch "setup.exe" if using a disc, or right-click Oblivion in Steam and select install.

It is recommended to install Oblivion to an SSD if available, and preferably separate from the drive with Windows. Oblivion should be installed outside of "Program Files" or "Program Files (x86)" folders as Windows User Account Control can cause issues with Oblivion.

To Change Oblivion's Steam Install Location..
In the Steam Client: Steam Tab → Settings → Downloads [STEAM LIBRARY FOLDERS] [ADD LIBRARY FOLDER] Navigate to "C:\Games\" [SELECT] [OK] [CLOSE] Click [OK] to get back to the games library Click on The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion [Install] Expanded the drop-down list for under Choose location for install: Select "Install under C:\Games" [NEXT>] [NEXT>] [Install]
The actual install location is: "C:\Games\Oblivion\SteamApps\common\Oblivion" Throughout this guide that Oblivion folder is going to be "<Oblivion>"

Backing Up Oblivion

After installing Oblivion I highly suggest backing up the vanilla files for future use. Copying the folders in the following locations to a folder such as "Oblivion Backup" should ensure you have access to your vanilla files. If you would like to reduce the size of your backup, using Windows, 7-Zip, or WinRAR to compress your backup files should free up some space.

Back up locations:

• "<Oblivion>"
• "<My Games>\Oblivion"
• "<YourUserName>\AppData\Local\Oblivion"

Archiving the Data Folder

It is required that you archive the Data folder. This is going to be used in Wrye Bash as the first mod. I believe this will help with some of the glaring issues when uninstalling mods.

To archive your Data folder with Windows:

• Navigate to your Oblivion install folder
• Right click on the "Data" folder
• Hover over "Send to" then click "Compressed (zipped) folder"
• Wait for the folder to finish being compressed, which may take a few minutes
• Move the zipped folder out of your install directory to somewhere such as your desktop as it will be used later

Security Settings

Since User Account Control can prevent some tools from working correctly, it is recommended to edit the security settings of your Oblivion directory to give users full control. To do this:

• Find your Oblivion directory
• Right-click the Oblivion folder and select Properties.
• Go to the Security tab and click Edit...
• Highlight Users (<username>\Users) in the top panel.
• In the bottom panel, under the Allow column for Full Control, check the check box and click Apply.
• Click OK and OK

Windows Folder Options

You should use the following settings for Windows "Folder and Search Options" while modding Oblivion. These settings can be reverted at anytime.

Windows Folder Options should be adjusted as follows:

Check Show hidden files, folders, or drives

Un-Check Hide extensions for known file types

Disabling Steam Overlay and Synchronization

If you have installed your copy of Oblivion through Steam, you must disable the Steam Overlay as it does not work with some mods. Disabling Steam Cloud Synchronization is also recommended.

• Open Steam, right click Oblivion in your Library → Properties → General → Disable "Steam Overlay while in-game".
• While still in Steam, right click Oblivion in your Library → Properties → Updates → Uncheck "Enable Steam Cloud Synchronization for The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion"

Oblivion Launcher Options

After Oblivion is done downloading, click [PLAY] in your Steam library. This will bring up the launcher for Oblivion.

• If a dialogue box pops up, select [OK] then click [Options] and change the settings as follows:

• Video Quality Presets: Set to Ultra High.
• Mode: It is recommended to keep at Fullscreen.
• VSync: Keep this checked because screen tearing is very noticeable in Oblivion.
• Screen Effects: Keep set to HDR - this is required for TES4LodGen used later in this guide. Note that anti-aliasing must remain at none for HDR to be enabled.
• Screen Resolution: Select your screen resolution.

Click [OK] when you are sure your settings match those above.

In-game Options & Controls

Next click [Play] in the Oblivion launcher and once the menu loads click [Options] then [Gameplay] and set the options as follows:

• Save on Rest/Wait/Travel: Set all to off.

Click [Return] when you are sure your settings match those above and then click [Video] and set the options as follows:

• Tree/Actor/Item/Object Fade: Set the sliders all the way to the right.
• Grass/View Distance: Set the sliders all the way to the right.
• Int./Ext. Shadows: Set the sliders all the way to the right.
• Self Shadows: Set to on. Shadows on grass should be left off if using shadeMe.

Click [Return] when you are sure your settings match those above and then click [Controls] then [Controls] again and set the options as follows:

Controls
Activate	E
Cast	Q
Ready Weapon	R
Jump	Space
Change View	F

Click [Return] when you are sure your settings match those above and then exit the game.

Tools

BOSS

• Author: The BOSS Development Team
• Version: v2.3.0
• Description: BOSS is helping with setting up the right load order for your mods plus provides helpful information about Bash Tags, Dirty Edits, Conflicts, and does have a Userrule Manager integrated.
• Notes: This is a required utility. Make sure when you run BOSS, in the drop-down menu to select "Oblivion". As of this point in time I don't trust the placement of LOOT especially because FCOM Convergence is part of this guide.
• Download:

• BOSS.Installer.exe

• Installation:

Open the installer:

• [Next]
• [Install]

Possible install location (X stands for your hard drive letter):

• "X:\BOSS"
• "X:\Games\BOSS"

When adding or removing rules, you need to run "BOSS GUI".
When you want to sort the Load Order either the GUI or .exe is fine to run.

Wrye Bash

• Author: Wrye Bash Team
• Version: 305
• Guide Link
• Description: Wrye Bash (WB) is at this time the main Mod Manager used for this guide. Even for Skyrim and the Fallout Series Wrye Bash is used for it's ability to generate a Bashed Patch based on your load order. For more info refer to the Readme.
• Notes: The link is the the Wrye Bash on the Skyrim Nexus site. The installer is for all of the supported games.
• Download:

• Wrye Bash 305 - Standalone Executable

• Installation:

1. Open the archive and drag the "Mopy" folder into your Oblivion folder.
   
2. Run "Oblivion\Mopy\Wrye Bash.exe".
   
3. Right-Click the top bar and deselect "Lock Load Order".
   

How to install mods with Wrye Bash:

• After downloading the archive, drag it into Wrye Bash's Installers window.

It may be helpful if you add markers in Wrye Bash

It can get pretty chaotic because of the length of the guide so I would recommend that you add the markers in Wrye Bash when prompted to do so throughout the guide.
You can do this by right-clicking on the header bar at the top and selecting "Add Marker".

I would also recommend restarting Wrye Bash often

This is be because Wrye Bash saves the Installers placement, markers and what you had installed/uninstalled when the application is properly closed. This means to restart it before rebuilding the Bashed Patch and/or restarting after adding, installing, removing, and changing mods.

TES4LODGen

• Author: ElminsterAU
• Version: 3.1.1
• Description:

• What is LOD/VWD?

LOD (.lod) data files are necessary to view landscapes that are distant in the middle-ground or background. These are different than the static objects you see from far – also

known as 'Visible while Distant' objects (VWD). Not all mod (replacer) packages do provide all necessary files related to LOD/VWD and therefor the player runs into

strange views. Or bugs.

LOD is built on the basis of quadrants of four adjoining blocks of 32x32 cells. Now, as landscape mods and such changing exterior cells are added, these quadrants realign

themselves. Further they depend highly on loadorder and the heightmap used in each cell. However technical all this sounds, this results in the necessity to rebuild LOD

every time a mod is added, removed or changed in both loadorder and installation order that affects these quadrants – like for example 'Qarls Texture Pack' or 'RAEVWD'. The

tools for this are known as 'LOD Generators'.

• Notes: TES4LODgen MUST be ran every time load order changes, also if you change something in your Installers tab that affects related LOD files. This includes that one tiny file called 'bashed patch' at the very end. If you fail to do this, your game wont crash nor will your savegames be destroyed but distant meshes will be strange, out of line or simply not appear.
• Download:

• TES4LODGen_3_1_1

• Installation:

Extract TES4LODGen.exe to your Oblivion folder

Landscape LOD generator tes4ll-v5

• Author: Gruftikus and Lightwave
• Version: 5.02
• Forum Link
• Notes: Running will take place at the end of the guide. After you have completed this guide, this should be ran every time you install or uninstall a landscape mod. Be sure to install the MPGUI below.
• Download:

• Landscape LOD generator 5_02

• Installation:

Landscape LOD generator 5_02

1. Extract to "Oblivion\Data\" folder:
   • Ini folder
   • tes4qlod_tex folder
   • tes4ll.exe
   • tes4qlod_Oblivion_ltex.dat

Multi Purpose GUI

• Author: Gruftikus
• Version: 1.22
• Forum Link
• Notes: This program is used to run the GUI for Tes4ll.
• Download:

• mpgui_1_22

• Installation:

mpgui_1_22

1. Open archive:
2. Run: MPGUI-Setup.msi
   1. [Next]
   2. I Agree
   3. [Next] (x4)
   4. [Close]

4GB Patch

• Author: Daniel Pistelli
• Version: 1.0.0.1
• Description: This 4GB patch is for 32-bit executables to use more than the 2.1GB RAM. This patcher adds a LAA(large address aware) flag which raises the RAM limit for Oblivion.exe up to about 3.1GB.
• Notes: Only use this if you have 64-bit (x64) Operation System. If you have a 32-bit OS you do not need this.
  

Only run once. The original "Oblivion.exe" will be renamed to "Oblivion.exe.Backup".
To determine what OS you run, go to:

Control Panel → System and Security → System. Look for System Type.

• Installation:

1. Open the archive:
2. Run:
   • 4gb_patcher.exe
     • If you get a security warning, click [Run]
     • Navigate to <Oblivion>
     • Select "Oblivion.exe"
     • [Open]
     • [OK]

OBSE (Oblivion Script Extender)

• Author: Ian Patterson, Stephen Abel, Paul Connelly
• Version: 0021
• Description:

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• Notes: OBSE is mandatory for this guide. For Steam version, launch Oblivion using the Steam client. For any other version use the obse_loader.exe to launch. You do not need to use obse_loader.exe under normal circumstances.
  If OBSE is not running, most mods that require OBSE will bring up a dialogue box saying "OBSE is not working". If that's the case, check if you have enabled 'Steam overlay while ingame'.
• Installation:

1. Extract obse_0021 to <Oblivion>
   • Data folder
   • obse_1_2_416.dll
   • obse_editor_1_2.dll
   • obse_loader.exe
   • obse_steam_loader.dll
2. If asked to merge folders Click [Yes]

TES4Edit

• Author: ElminsterAU
• Version: 3.1.1
• Description: This tool is primary used for cleaning the official DLC's and mods. However, it's also a powerful utility with various other functions such as merged patches and reordering masters.
• Notes: For more information, download the FNEdit PDF-Files (applicable to TES4Edit) here.
• Download:

• TES4Edit_3_1_1

• Installation:

1. Create a new folder titled "TES4Edit" without quotes in "<Oblivion>"
2. Extract the archive and place them in the TES4Edit folder

Before Starting to Mod

Unpack Every Mod

I recommend that you "Unpack to Project" for every mod. When asked what you want to call the project, keep the default label unless otherwise specified. For the larger mods I recommend that you "Hide" instead of deleting it but for small mods I would delete the old mod archive and keep the mod project.
Please understand that there are pros and cons to doing this but I think the benefits greatly outweigh the negatives.
Here is a small video if you are lost on how to do this. Pay attention to BlockHead.

Please note that this WILL increase the load time and the amount of time to refresh installers
This can be fixed but you will have to manually refresh the project every time you make an edit to it. If you fail to do so then you can encounter unexpected issues.
Disabling the auto-refresh:
Right-click the top bar in Wrye Bash and uncheck "Auto-Refresh Projects"
To manually refresh a project: Right-click on the project and select "Refresh".

Adding Oblivion's Base Game Files

1. Drag the Archive of Oblivion's Data folder -that you should've done earlier- and move it onto Wrye Bash's Installer window.
2. Wrye Bash will then ask if you want to copy or move it select copy.
3. Right-Click and select "Unpack to project".
   • I recommend labeling it "Oblivion Intact".
   • The unpacking process may take awhile. ~5-10+ minutes.
4. After its done, it will have a diamond instead of a square. Delete the one with the square.
5. Open the project and delete any plugins (.esp's) and .bsa's.
6. Install the mod.
7. Verify that the mod has installed by the mod having the green diamond with a +.

Note: I think this may fix some of the issues when removing mods that overwrite loose vanilla game files in the data folder.

Please be aware that Wrye Bash will lock up when mods are unpacking. Once everything is done unpacking Wrye will resume as normal. If you happen to accidentally close Wrye Bash, in Task Manager stop the 7-Zip extractor.

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. Cleaning DLC .esp's and certain mods is critical for creating a stable modded game environment.
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If you are NOT familiar with cleaning, click me.
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.

• Reminders are going to be located after the installation description of mods that do need cleaning.

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Add Cleaned Mods to Wrye Bash

I highly recommend you do this every time you clean a plugin.

1. Right-click in the Wrye Bash Installers window and select "Create New Project".
   • For the label, I would recommend using the plugin's label or the mod's label and then append "-Clean" to the end.
   • Note: You MUST have one option selected. I recommend have the blank .esp selected because it can be easily deleted after the clean plugin is moved to newly created project.
2. Drag the newly created project so that it is located just after the original mod.
   • For the cleaned DLC, place the Project after "Oblivion Intact."
3. Drag the cleaned plugins from the "Oblivion\Data" folder to the newly created project and install the project.

When Cleaning an .esp

I would HIGHLY recommend to store any future cleaned .esp's in a project that is right after the mod archive.
To Create New Project...

1. Right-Click on the header bar and select Create New Project...
2. A box will pop up. Rename the project to match that of the mod that you have cleaned.
   • Leave the Blank .esp ticked.
3. Move the project to be after/later in the install order so that it overwrites the main .esp
4. Open the project folder up.
5. Navigate to the "<Oblivion>\Data"
   • Move the cleaned .esp to the project folder.
   • Delete the blank esp.
6. Install the project and this will stop Wrye Bash from overwriting the cleaned version of the .esp

OBSE Mods

OBSE plugins allow mods to interact in different ways with the game using extended scripting abilities.

Create a Marker

I recommend that you add a marker in Wrye Bash called "OBSE Mods"

OBSE -Elys- Universal Silent Voice

• Author: Elys
• Version: 0.93
• Description: When a character in the game isn't voiced 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 you are able to read the text dialogue.
• Requirements:

• OBSE
• Enabled subtitles

• Download:

• OBSE -Elys- Universal Silent Voice v93

• Installation:

OBSE -Elys- Universal Silent Voice v93

1. Drag the archive into Wrye Bash and unpack it.
2. Delete the mod archive and open the newly created project.
3. Create a folder called "obse" then create a sub-folder inside the obse folder called "plugins"
4. Drag the four files in the root of the archive into "...\obse\plugins" folder.
5. Right-click on the project and select "Refresh".
   • Make sure you do this after every time that you edit the ini.
6. Install the project

Blockhead

• Author: shadeMe
• Version: 10.3
• Description: This plugin allows mods to use different headmodels for their Race retexture projects such as OCO (Oblivion Character Overhaul) used in this guide.

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• Requirements:

• OBSE

• Download:

• Blockhead 10.3

Oblivion Stutter Remover

• Author: SkyRanger-1
• Version: 4.1.37
• Description: This is a must have for anyone playing Oblivion. It has many tools that are usefull to Oblivion such as the FPS management, force quit and heap replacement.
• Requirements:

• OBSE

• Download:

• OSR_4-1-37

• Installation:

OSR_4-1-37

1. Drag the archive into Wrye Bash
2. Right-click and select "Unpack to Project"
   • I recommend keeping the default label
3. Delete the old mod archive.
4. Open the newly created project
5. Make the edits down below.
6. Right-click on the project and select "Refresh".
   • Make sure you do this after every time that you edit the ini.
7. Install the project.

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Open "...\OBSE\Plugins\sr_Oblivion_Stutter_Remover.ini"

Master = {
bManageFPS = 0
bReplaceHeap = 1
bFastExit = 0

Heap = {
iHeapAlgorithm = 6
iHeapSize = 1024

Note: This might work for most users but not for all. When heap replacement works, it's awesome. Sadly it almost never is consistent and can cause many problems.
If you are experience issues, it might be best to just turn heap replacement off.
If iHeapAlgorithm = (6) doesn't perform well then try (5) and last (2).
Consider to reduceiHeapSize this if experiencing crashes at startup or other weirdness. Max 1024, default 450.
Syn's note: The heap replacement is really, really odd. Having at "6" and "1024" worked best for me, but it is probably best to experiment yourself.

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ConsCribe

• Author: shadme
• Version: 10.0
• Description:

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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 only needed if you plan to make changes to the UI.

• Requirements:

• OBSE

• Download:

• ConScribe 100

MenuQue - OBSE Plugin

• Author: kyoma
• Version: 16b
• Description: MenuQue extends Oblivions game-engine to deal with various additions/changes to the User Interface, Skills, Fonts and more.
• Requirements:

• OBSE

• Download:

• MenuQue v16b

Oblivion - Enhanced Camera

• Author: LogicDragon
• Version: 1.4b
• Description: 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.
• Notes: 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.
• Requirements:

• OBSE

• Download:

• Enhanced Camera

Shaders

Create a Marker

I recommend that you add a marker in Wrye Bash called "Shaders"

Oblivion Reloaded - OBGE v4

• Author: Alenet - Timeslip - Scanti - ShadeMe - Ethatron
• Version: 2.2
• Download:

• Oblivion Reloaded

• Installation:

Oblivion Reloaded

1. Drag into Wrye Bash
2. Right-click and select "Unpack to project"
3. Delete the old mod archive.
4. Right-click on the project and select "Has Extra Directories".
5. Open the project and make the edits below.
6. Right-click on the project and select "Refresh".
   • Make sure you do this after every time that you edit the ini.
7. Install the project.

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Open "...\OBSE\Plugins\OblivionReloaded.ini"

[Main]
WindowedMode             = 0
AnisotropicFilter        = 16
FrameRate                = 0
RamDisk                  = 0 ;Write instructions for.
CameraMode               = 0

[Shaders]
EnablePrecipitations     = 0

[Effects]
EnableGodRays            = 1
EnableDepthOfField       = 1 ;Disable if you don't like the DoF effect.
EnableSnowAccumulation   = 1
EnableWetWorld           = 1

Open "...\Shaders\OblivionReloaded\DepthOfField\DepthOfField.ini"

[FirstPersonView]
BaseBlurRadius        = 0.5
DiameterRange         = 0.004

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INI Tweaks

You can find your .ini file in "\Documents\My Games\Oblivion".

I would recommend NOT using the edits in Wrye Bash because Wrye Bash does not use carriage returns, making future editing very difficult. The best method of editing your .ini file is with Notepad++.

Oblivion.ini

Each of the following entries can be pasted directly into the INI. The entry descriptions are commented, so they will not be interpreted by the game at startup. Alternatively, these descriptions can be omitted. Descriptions are only provided on tweaks that needed explaining. There are too many tweaks to list what each one does, but know that all are required.

[General]
bUseEyeEnvMapping=0

bFaceMipMaps=0
;Set to 0 if using Oblivion Character Overhaul 2, if not leave at 1

uGridDistantTreeRange=30
uGridDistantCount=50
uInterior Cell Buffer=18
SMainMenuMovie=
SMainMenuMovieIntro=
SIntroSequence=
bBorderRegionsEnabled=0
bAllowScriptedAutosave=0
iPreloadSizeLimit=104857600
SOblivionIntro=

[Display]
iMultiSample=2
bUseRefractionShader=0
iShadowMapResolution=512

[Controls]
bUse Joystick=0
;Set to 0 if you don't use a game pad, some people claim this improves FPS and resolves mouse/input lag

[Water]
bUseWaterReflectionsTrees=1

[HAVOK]
fJumpAnimDelay=0.2500
fHorseRunGravity=5.0000

[Interface]
fDlgFocus=3.0000

[Gameplay]
bSaveOnInteriorExteriorSwitch=0
;Disables autosaving which is known to produce corrupt savegames over time

[SpeedTree]
iTreeClonesAllowed=10
fLODTreeMipMapLODBias=-0.5000
fLocalTreeMipMapLODBias=0.0000

[BackgroundLoad]
iPostProcessMillisecondsLoadingQueuedPriority=100
iPostProcessMilliseconds=25

[Archive]
SInvalidationFile=
;Yes, there needs to be nothing

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Fixes

Create a Marker

I recommend that you add a marker in Wrye Bash called "Fixes"

UOP - Unofficial Oblivion Patch

• Author: Quarn, Kivan and Arthmoor
• Version: 3.5.3b
• Description: Unofficial Patches are a must; they fix literally ten-thousands of bugs in the original game that were never addressed by Bethesda.
• Download:

• Unofficial Oblivion Patch

• Installation:

Unofficial Oblivion Patch

Esp/m Filter: (Located in a small box on the right side of the screen)

• Uncheck UOP Vampire Aging & Face Fix.esp

If warned about .dll, click [Yes]

Unofficial Shivering Isles Patch

• Author: Quarn, Kivan and Arthmoor
• Version: 1.5.7
• Description: A must have mod with similar effects as UOP - Unofficial Oblivion Patch
• Requirements:

• Unofficial Oblivion Patch

• Download:

• Unofficial Shivering Isles Patch

Unofficial Official Mods Patch

• Author: Quarn and Kivan and Arthmoor
• Version: 22
• Description: A must have mod with similar effects as UOP - Unofficial Oblivion Patch
• Notes: DLCThieves Den – Unofficial Patch – SSSB.esp should only be activated for a new savegame.
• Requirements:

• Unofficial Oblivion Patch

• Download:

• Unofficial Official Mods Patch

To remove or add BASH Tags, install the mod then go to the mods window, click on the mod, then use the box at the bottom right.

BASH Tags:
DLCFrostcrag - Unofficial Patch.esp:

1. REMOVE:
   • C.Climate
   • C.Light

Summon Dremora Lord Saved

• Author: DemonLord7654
• Version: 1.0
• Description: The Bruma Mages guild is the only one who sells the spell Summon Dremora Lord. If you didn't pay attention, later in the game you won't be able to purchase this spell. This mod adds the spell to Mystic Emporium and the Mages Guild in Skingrad.
• Download:

• Summon Dremora Lord Saved

BASH Tags:
Summon Dremora Lord Saved.esp:

1. ADD:
   • Actors.Spells

BOSS Masterlist Update Required:

• Summon Dremora Lord Saved.esp BOTTOM DLC 4

Elz - No Floating Weapon

• Author: Elzee
• Version: 1.0.2
• Description: Fixes the floating weapon issue upon death of a NPC.
• Requirements:

• OBSE

• Download:

• Elz - No Floating Weapon

BOSS Masterlist Update Required:

• Elz - No Floating Weapon.esp BOTTOM DLC 4

Lynges Unlimited Death Reload Time

• Author: Martin Lynge -CapoeiristaDK-
• Version: 1.0
• Description: After dying, your game won't reload the latest save. This helps prevent save corruption.
• Notes: After dying, please close and restart Oblivion rather than loading the save without restarting. This mod will be made redundant when patching is included.
• Download:

• LyngesUnlimitedDeathReloadTime

User Interface

You can chose between two different layouts of DarNified UI that get rid of the console interface and converts it to one more suitable for PC.

Create a Marker

I recommend that you add a marker in Wrye Bash called "User Interface"

What's the difference?
Options	Hishutup's Recommendation: DarkUId DarN	Red's & Syn's Recommendation: DarNified UI	Vanilla
Customization
Items Menu
Map

Start Here

Guided Install
UI Loading Screens
For DarNified UI		For DarkUId DarN (choose only one)
Trollf Style Series	Vanilla	Atmospheric Style	Trollf Style Series	Vanilla
Loading Screens Themed Replacer Author: Trollf Version: 1.0 Description: Requirements: DarNified UI Download: LoadingScreens Loading Screens Themed Replacer SI Author: Trollf Version: 1.0 Description: Requirements: DarNified UI Download: LoadingScreensSI Loading Screens Themed AddOn and DevKit Author: Trollf Version: 1.0 Description: Notes: There is a merged plugin of AddOn+Base+SI but BCFs do not seem to work in Wrye Bash at this point in time Requirements: DarNified UI Download: LoadingScreensThemedAddOn		Atmospheric Dark UI Loading Screens Author: Galahaut and Vacuity Version: 4.05 Forum Link Description: Requirements: DarkUId DarN Download: Atmospheric Loading Screens 4_05 Installation: Atmospheric Loading Screens 4_05 Check only ONE plugin. I recommend "Atmospherice Loading Screens - Random Quotes".	Themed Loading Screens for Dark UI Author: khalim19 Version: 2.1 Forum Link Description: Requirements: DarkUI'd DarN Download: TLS for Dark UI - Replacer TLS for Dark UI - SI Replacer TLS for Dark UI - AddOn TLS - DarkUId DarN Compatibility Patch Installation: TLS for Dark UI - Replacer Esp/m Filter: Un-Check ALL TLS for Dark UI - SI Replacer Esp/m Filter: Un-Check ALL TLS for Dark UI - AddOn Sub-Packages: Check: 00 Core 03 AddOn + Base + SI
UI Install instructions
For DarNified UI		For DarkUId DarN
DarNified UI Author: DarN Version: 1.3.2 Description: Download: DarNified UI 132 7z Archive Installation: DarNified UI 132 7z Archive Right-click and select "Unpack to project" I recommend keeping the default label. Delete the old archive (the one with the square). Open the newly created project and navigate to the "custom_files" folder. Loading screens If you are using Trollf Style Series Rename "trollf_loading_menu.xml" to "loading_menu.xml" Copy the "loading_menu.xml" files and paste it in "menus" sub-folder at the root of the project. Select yes to overwrite. Custom Font Open "fonts" folder. Copy "DarN_Kingthings_Exeter_28.fnt" AND "DarN_Kingthings_Exeter_28.tex". Paste them in the "fonts" sub-folder at the root of the project. Quest popup blocker Rename the "empty.xml" file to "quest_added.xml" Copy the "quest_added.xml" file and paste it in the "Data\menus\generic" folder. Select yes to overwrite. Right-click on the project and select "Refresh". Make sure you do this after every time that you edit the ini. Install the project.		DarkUId DarN Author: Gothic251 Version: 1.6 Description: This is a merge of DarkUI by Darkbirdy and DarNified UI by DarN Download: DarkUId DarN 16 Manual Version Installation: DarkUId DarN 16 Manual Version Right-click and select "Unpack to project" I recommend keeping the default label. Delete the old archive (the on with the square). Open the newly created project and navigate to the "Optional Menus" folder. Loading screens If you are using Atmospheric Loading Screens Open the "Alternate Loading Screen xml's" folder. Open the "Atmospheric Loading Screens" folder. Copy the "loading_menu.xml" files and paste it in "menus" sub-folder at the root of the project. Select yes to overwrite. If you are using Trollf's Themed Replacer - DarkUI Version Open the "Alternate Loading Screen xml's" folder. Open the "Trollf's Themed Replacer - DarkUI Version" folder. Copy the "loading_menu.xml" files and paste it in "menus" sub-folder at the root of the project. Select yes to overwrite. Custom Font Open "Custom Font 1s" folder. Copy "DarN_Kingthings_Exeter_28.fnt" AND "DarN_Kingthings_Exeter_28.tex". Paste them in the "fonts" sub-folder at the root of the project. Quest popup blocker Open "No 'Quest Added' Pop-ups" Copy the "menus" folder and paste it at the root of the project Select yes to overwrite. Right-click on the project and select "Refresh". Make sure you do this after every time that you edit the ini. Install the project.
Oblivion.ini edits
Apply these edits to the Oblivion.ini Please note that if you uninstall any DarNified UI mod, you will need to change these edits back to vanilla. [Fonts] ;SFontFile_1=Data\Fonts\Kingthings_Regular.fnt SFontFile_1=Data\Fonts\DarN_Kingthings_Exeter_28.fnt ;SFontFile_2=Data\Fonts\Kingthings_Shadowed.fnt SFontFile_2=Data\Fonts\DarN_LG_Kingthings_Petrock_14.fnt ;SFontFile_3=Data\Fonts\Tahoma_Bold_Small.fnt SFontFile_3=Data\Fonts\DarN_LG_Kingthings_Petrock_18.fnt ;SFontFile_4=Data\Fonts\Daedric_Font.fnt SFontFile_4=Data\Fonts\DarN_Oblivion_28.fnt SFontFile_5=Data\Fonts\Handwritten.fnt

Skill Perk Descriptions

• Author: Alek
• Version: 1.1
• Description: This mod adds perk descriptions to the UI. Now you are capable of seeing which skill level offers you what abilities. It uses the background and font of whatever UI you have installed.
• Requirements:

• OBSE (Oblivion Script Extender)

• Download:

• Skill_Perk_Descriptions_1_1

nONatees colored Shivering Isles map

• Author: nONatee
• Version: 1.1
• Description: Replaces the in-game map of the Shivering Isles with a colored version.
• Download:

• nONatees_colored-SI-map-mod1.1.zip

• Instruction:

nONatees_colored-SI-map-mod1.1.zip

1. Drag the archive into Wrye Bash.
2. Right-click and select "Unpack to Project".
   • I recommend keeping the default label.
3. Delete the archive that you just unpacked.
4. Open the newly created project and open the "visually_divided" folder.
5. Move the Data folder to the root of the project.
6. Delete the "visually_divided" and "simple_colored" folder and the "preview.jpg" file.
7. Right-click on the project and select "Refresh".
   • Make sure you do this after every time that you edit the ini.
8. Install the project.

Dynamic Map

• Author: TheNiceOne
• Version: 2.1.1
• Forum Link
• Description: This amazing mod adds Zoom-functions to the general map of Cyrodiil. It offers also support for some of the quest mods used in the modules.
• Notes: At this time, Shivering Isles are not (yet) supported.
• Requirements:

• OBSE (Oblivion Script Extender)
• MenuQue - OBSE Plugin

• Download:

• Dynamic Map 2_1_1

• Installation:

Dynamic Map 2_1_1

1. Sub-Packages:
   • Check:
     • 00 Core
     • 01 Color Map

1. Make the ini edit below
2. Right-click on the project and select "Refresh".
   • Make sure you do this after every time that you edit the ini.
3. Install the project.

---

Open "...\Ini\Dynamic Map base.ini"

set tnoDM.zoomIn to 264
set tnoDM.zoomOut to 265
set tnoDM.zoomReset to 3

---

MiniMap - Reboot

• Author: Kyoma
• Version: 1.2.0
• Description: This adds a 'modern' mini-map to the right top corner of the screen, showing where you are. I wouldn't recommend it, but some people may want it.
• Notes: It comes with extra functions:
  

The controls are on the keypad section of the keyboard.

"*" is to change views.

"+" zoom in

"-" zoom out

• Requirements:

• OBSE (Oblivion Script Extender)
• MenuQue - OBSE Plugin

• Download:

• MiniMap v1x2x0

RefScope

• Author: Wyzard
• Version: 2.1.2
• Description: To use this wonderful little tool hold 'X' on a particular object/item/person, it should then glow a pale yellow. Press [Activate] and a dialogue box will pop up telling you all about that particular object/item/person. While in game you can find where a particular object or item came from. This helps with debugging and troubleshooting.
• Requirements:

• OBSE (Oblivion Script Extender)

• Download:

• RefScope 2_1_2

HUD Status Bars at Oblivion

• Author: TheNiceOne
• Version: 5.3.2
• Description: This supports several other mods adding status bars to the HUD. Changes the Vanilla bars to something more useful. And - the best - you can create your own bars, too. Though, for this guide, we keep it simple. Used by some other mods in this guide.
• Requirements:

• OBSE
• MenuQue - OBSE Plugin

• Download:

• HUD Status Bars 5_3_2

• Installation:

HUD Status Bars 5_3_2

1. Sub Packages:
   • Check:
     • 00 Core
     • 01 Vanilla Style

Optional: Use this if you want to move your compass to the top of the screen.

---

Open "...\ini\HUD Status Bars - base.ini"

set tnoHSB.compass_y to 0.5

Alternate: For more space use the following edit.

set tnoHSB.compass_y to 2.0

---

DarNified Config Addon

• Author: KyoParadox
• Version: 1.4
• Description: This allows both DarNified UI and DarkUid DarN settings to remain permanent after you've done the configuration ingame. Even if you switch between DarNified UI and DarkUId DarN the settings will be preserved as long you keep the mod active. Only needed if you plan to make changes to the UI.
• Requirements:

• ConsCribe

• Download:

• DarNifiedUI Config Addon v1x4

List of XML edits for UI

Atmospheric Dark UI Loading Screens
Recommended - Loading screen text height adjustment
<image name="load_main"> <visible> <copy src="LoadingMenu" trait="user0"/> <gt> 0 </gt> </visible> <filename> <copy src="LoadingMenu" trait="user1"/> </filename> <depth> 1000 </depth> <x> <copy src="screen()" trait="width"/> 2 </x> <y> <copy src="screen()" trait="height"/> 2 </y> <width> <copy src="screen()" trait="height"/> <mul> <copy> 16 </copy> 9 </mul> </width> <height> <copy src="screen()" trait="height"/> </height> <zoom> -1 </zoom> <locus> &true; </locus> <text name="load_text"> <depth> 3 </depth> <string> <copy src="LoadingMenu" trait="user2"/> </string > 3 <red> 217 </red> <green> 185 </green> <blue> 102 </blue> <alpha> 255 </alpha> <wrapwidth> 850 </wrapwidth> <justify> &left; </justify> <x> <copy src="parent()" trait="width"/> 2 </x> <y> 850 </y> </text> </image>

Optional: Startup Oblivion

This may be done at the end of the guide. Run Oblivion if you want to test the installation at this point.

• Recommended Check read-only in the properties of Oblivion.ini

1. In Wrye Bash change to 'Mods' (Bash) tab.
2. Open Boss and make sure Oblivion is selected in the drop down menu
   • Run: BOSS
     • Make you added the BOSS rules
   • Close after done
3. Back in Wrye Bash:
   1. Make sure load order has changed.
      1. Right-click Bashed Patch,0.esp and select Rebuild Patch (CBash *BETA)
      2. Un-Check any NoMerge mods
      3. Click [OK] to disable mods prior to patching
         • Use the Bashed Patch Tweaks located at the end of the guide
      4. Add the Bash Tag to Summon Dremora Lord Saved.esp mentioned above.
      5. Leave rest on default
      6. [Build Patch] This may takes a while
      7. Click [OK] and again [OK] to activate the Bashed Patch

Now startup Oblivion through Steam, load a clean (Vanilla) save and check the UI. If anything is wrong, you might missed a detail while installing. If everything is all right, proceed with the guide.

Conflicting Textures

Create a Marker

I recommend that you add a marker in Wrye Bash called "Conflicting Textures"

Really Textured Normal Maps for Vanilla - BAINs

• Author: Jarod
• Version: 1.1
• Description: A mod that covers it all: landscape, clutter, armor, weapons... - you name it. In this guide used as basis retexture mod.
• Download:

• Really Textured Normal Maps Part 1 BAIN
• Really Textured Normal Maps Part 2 BAIN
• Really Textured Normal Maps SI BAIN

• Installation:

Really Textured Normal Maps Part 1 BAIN

1. Sub-Packages:
   • Check All

Really Textured Normal Maps Part 2 BAIN

1. Sub-Packages:
   • Check All

Really Textured Normal Maps SI BAIN

1. Sub-Packages:
   • Check All

Qarls TP3 for NMM

• Author: Qarl
• Version: 1.3
• Description:

Quoted text.

— Quotation source

• Notes: For reference: this is a Bain-friendly repack of QTP3 including Update 1.3 found here.
• Download:

• Quarl's Texture Pack III for NMM

• Instruction:

Quarl's Texture Pack III for NMM

1. Drag the archive into Wrye Bash.
2. Right-click and select "Unpack to Project".
   • I recommend keeping the default label.
3. Right-click and select"Hide on the old mod and leave the newly created project.
   • The purpose of this is to remove "Quarl's Texture Pack III for NMM" archive from sight but still having it backed up in Wrye Bash.
   • Make the following edits to the Project.
     • Delete the following files and folders
       1. "meshes\dungeons\fortruins"
4. Install the project.

QTP Custom Road Textures - and more

• Author: _pk
• Version: 1.0
• Description: Contains replacers for QTP3's rocks, roads and beach.
• Requirements:

• Qarls TP3 for NMM

• Download:

• QTP3 Custom Textures

• Installation:

QTP3 Custom Textures

1. Sub-Packages:
   • Check all 02.* folders

QTP UOP350 Compability Patch

• Author: Quarn, Kivan and Arthmoor
• Version: 3.5.0
• Description: Qarl's Texture Pack 3 uses the mesh corrections from the Unofficial Oblivion Patch 1.61. This patch updates this to 3.5.0 UOP.
• Requirements:

• Qarls TP3 for NMM

• Download:

• QTP3 UOP350 Compatibility Patch

Bomret Texture Pack for Shivering Isles

• Author: Bomret
• Version: 1.0
• Description: Just like Qarls Texture Pack this is just as amazing but for the Shivering Isle expansion.
• Notes: Download button is at the bottom of the page.

Graphic Improvement Project

• Author: Ferretmyster
• Version: 5.0
• Download:

• Graphics Improvement Project

Note: PalePassIce.esp needs to be cleaned.

Detailed Terrain

• Author: ChainsawXIV
• Version: 0.4
• Download:

• Detailed Terrain - Beta II
• DT Shader Patch
• DT Texture Pack - Shivering Isles

Major Overhauls

This section is not something you install and then remove the next. Once you start, you are committed.
Synthetik's Note: This section hasn't been updated. Use caution if installing the following mods because the instructions might not be up to date.

Create a Marker

I recommend that you add a marker in Wrye Bash called "FCOM"

Start Here

FCOM is going to be the only available one for quite some time.

FCOM Convergence

FCOM Convergence
FCOM Reference Guide
OOO (Oscuro's_Oblivion_Overhaul) Author: Version: 1.35a [Forum Link] Description: Download: OOO135a.zip OOO135BSA.7z Harvest_Flora_v3_0_1.zip Installation: OOO135a: Esp/m Filter: Check: Oscuro's_Oblivion_Overhaul.esm Oscuro's_Oblivion_Overhaul.esp Template:XEdit BASH Tags: Oscuro's_Oblivion_Overhaul.esm: REMOVE: Relations Oscuro's_Oblivion_Overhaul.esp: REMOVE: Factions Relations
Francescos Creatures and Items - V5 Author: Francesco and SomeWelshGuy Version: 5.0B2 [Forum Link] Description: Notes: Don't mess with the Sub-Packages or Esp/m Filter because they are already selected for FCOM. If you want a list to Check off then at the end of this section. Download: Francescos Creatures and Items - V5B1 Francescos Creatures and Items - V5B2 Update Installation: Francescos Creatures and Items - V5B1: Wizard Welcome to Francesco's Creature and Items BAIN installation You can read these Options to know more about this mod Do you want to install the Shivering Isles version of the mod Recommended Not Recommended Yes, I want the SI version No, I do not want the SI version Are you installing this as part of an FCOM install Recommended Not Recommended Yes, I am installing FCOM No, I am not installing FCOM As part of your FCOM install, the following options will all be installed automatically You can review what is going to be installed here As part of your FCOM install, you are able to choose the following optional extras Recommended Not Recommended Un-Check: Chance of More Enemies Check: Chance of More Enemies The installer script has finished, and will apply the following settings Check: Apply these selections Install this package [Finish] Francescos Creatures and Items - V5B2 Update Sub-Packages: Check: Francesco's Creatures and Items Resources.esp
WarCryEv Author: Version: [Forum Link] Description: Download: WarCryEv.7z Oblivion WarCry EV Opti.7z
MMM (Martigen's Monster Mod) Author: Version: 3.8 [Forum Link] Description: Notes: There is many different configurations to tailor to ones liking. This is a basic configuration to work with FCOM. Download: MMM38.rar MMM38BSA.7z Installation: 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 - 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 - RadiantAITweaks.esp Mart's Monster Mod - Shivering Ises.esp If you plan on using Curse of Hircine Esp/m Filter: Check: Mart's Monster Mod - Curse of Hircine.esp MMM38BSA The BSA file name MUST be renamed to "FCOM_Convergence_MartsMonsterMod" without quotes. Right-click and select "Override Skips". Install the project.
Bob's Armory Oblivion Author: Version: [Forum Link] Description: Download: Bob's Armory Oblivion.7z FCOMBob's Armory Oblivion Opti.7z
FCOM Convergence Author: Team FCOM Version: 1.0 Download: FCOM Convergence 1.00.7z FCOM_Convergence.7z FCOM RealSwords Resources.7z Installation: 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 [Forum Link] Description: Notes: These are the options that are compatible with FCOM. For right now leave this completely uninstalled but remain in install list. Download: FCOM Optional Add-Ons.7z

TIE - Tamriel Immersion Experience

TIE - Tamriel Immersion Experience
Author: Veritas_Secreto and Others Version: 1.50 [<url> Forum Link] Description: Download: TIE - Tamriel Immersion Experience Installation: TIE - Tamriel Immersion Experience Sub-Packages: Check: 00 Core Esp/m Filter: Check: TIE.esp

Landscape, Cities & Caves

Create a Marker

I recommend that you add a marker in Wrye Bash called "Landscape, Cities & Caves"

Arena HD

• Author: amnes
• Version: 1.5
• Description:
• Download:

• Arena HD

Ayleid ruins retexture

• Author: Lougian
• Version: 2.0
• Description:
• Download:

• Ayleid ruins retexture 2k

Caves retexture

• Author: Lougian
• Version: 1.0
• Description:
• Download:

• Caves retexture 2k

Cloud Ruler Temple HD

• Author: anmes
• Version: 1.1
• Description:
• Download:

• Cloud Ruler Temple HD
• Cloud Ruler Temple HD 1.1

Gecko's Ayleid Ruins Textures

• Author: lazygecko
• Version: 1.0
• Description:
• Download:

• Gecko's Ayleid Ruins Textures

Koldorns Sewer Textures 2

• Author: Koldorn
• Version: 1.0
• Description:
• Download:

• Koldorns Sewer Textures 2 v1_1

Kvatch HD

• Author: amnes
• Version: 1.1
• Description:
• Download:

• Kvatch HD
• Kvatch HD 1.1

Oblivion Realm HD

• Author: amnes
• Version: 1.0
• Description:
• Download:

• Oblivion Realm HD

Real Wood Road Signs

• Author: Varacolaci
• Version: 1.1
• Description:
• Download:

• Real Wood Road Signs Full

Rocks retexture

• Author: Lougian
• Version: 1.0
• Description:
• Download:

• Rocks retexture 2k

Statues HD

• Author: anmes
• Version: 2.0
• Description:
• Download:

• Statues HD

Mesh Improvement Project

• Author: InsanitySorrow
• Version: 1.4a
• Description: Replaces various meshes and some textures that looked out of place in Vanilla Oblivion.
• Download:

• Mesh Improvement Project

• Installation:

Mesh Improvement Project

Sub-Packages:

Check 00 Core

Unique Signs

• Author: Khavaz
• Version: 1.0
• Description: Changes Oblivion's signs to be unique and memorable.
• Download:

• Unique Signs

Distant Landscape Textures

Create a Marker

I recommend that you add a marker in Wrye Bash called "Distant Landscape Textures"

Koldorns LOD Noise Replacer

• Author: Koldorn
• Version: 1.3
• Description: Changes noise for a better visual experience if looking far outdoors with minimal performance impact.
• Download:

• KoldornsLODnoiseReplacer

• Installation:

KoldornsLODnoiseReplacer

Sub-Packages:

Select Medium

Deathb0rns Modified Qarls LOD Normal Maps

• Author: Deathb0rn
• Version: 1.1
• Description: Better looking LOD for QTP3
• Download:

• DMQL-Normal_Maps_2048

Flora, Grass & Water

Create a Marker

I recommend that you add a marker in Wrye Bash called "Flora, Grass & Water"

Enhanced Vegetation

• Author: LprMan
• Version: 1.1
• Description: This adds better textures for distant trees, scaled trees and scrubs, and adds swaying grass meeting your timescale.
• Notes: If you plan to use mods that do alter timescale, take the appropiate subpackage from the plugin - the one nearest to your timescale. Needs to run TES4LODgen.exe
• Download:

• Enhanced Vegetation - Plugins v1dot1
• Enhanced Vegetation - High Res Textures v1dot1

• Installation:

Enhanced Vegetation - Plugins:

Sub-Package:

• Check:
  • timescale 10

Esp/m Filter:

• Check:
  • Enhanced Vegetation 100%.esp

Enhanced Vegetation - Darker Trunks

• Author: Xtudo
• Version: 1.2
• Description:
• Download:

• High Res textures

Harvest Flora

• Author: Quarn and Dejunai
• Version: 3.0.1
• Description: Plants will now change their appearance once you harvest them.
• Notes: Boss will report, you have version 3.0.0 installed and wants you to use 3.0.1. You are using the right version.
  If you have previously installed this from the FCOM section then ignore this version.
• Download:

• Harvest Flora v3_0_1

Improved Doors & Flora

• Author: Mikal33
• Version: 1.1
• Description:
• Download:

• Improved Doors and Flora
• IDFUpdate

Improved Trees and Flora

• Author: Mikal33
• Version: 1.0
• Description:
• Download:

• Improved Trees and Flora

Improved Trees and Flora 2

• Author: Mikal33
• Version: 1.2
• Description:
• Download:

• Improved Trees and Flora 2
• ITF2Update
• ITFBark2012

Improved Flora Harvest Fix

• Author: Xerus
• Version: 1.0
• Description: Fixes a small issue on Primel and Lady's Mantle not showing the correct textures after harvesting if both Improved Trees & Flora and Harvest Flora is installed.
• Download:

• Improved Flora Harvest Fix

The Imperial Ecology - All In One - BAIN

• Author: Discovery1
• Version: 3.00
• Description:
• Download:

• The Imperial Ecology - All In One - BAIN

• Installation:

Wizard.txt
Choose one as your base package
Recommended	Choose your own base package
v3 - Verdant Anthesis
Optional Packages
Recommended	Choose your own style
Check only v2 mossy blackwood trees v3 Ecology for a mad god v3 shrubs v3 snowgum tree v3 tredwodar ivy with pseudo shadowing and mossy bark v3 treeswampcypress with mossy bark and shadowing improved v3 weeping willow v4 cat tails
Verdant Anthesis The Imerial Ecology v3 offers shrubs texture replacers in two qualities
Recommended	Performance version
High Resolution	Medium Resolution
Option for weeping willow
Recommended	Performance version
High Rez	Medium Rez
The installer script has finished, and will apply the following settings
Check: Apply these selections Install this package [Finish]

Oblivion Grass Overhaul

• Author: Ferretmyster
• Version: 5.2
• Description: This is a mix of Brittany's Lush and Gaudy Floriana, QTP3 and redone ground-textures.
• Notes: This will overwrite a lot grass/landscape textures which is okay. Syn's Note: It seems that as of the 5.0 update the mod is no longer compatible with UL. It seems unchecking the esp is the only fix as of now.
• Download:

• Oblivion Grass Overhaul

• Installation:

Oblivion Grass Overhaul

1. Sub-Packages:
   • Check:
     • Data

Oblivion Grass Overhaul:

Esp/m Filter

• Uncheck:
  • Grass Overhaul.esp

BOSS Masterlist Update Required:

• Grass Overhaul.esp TOP Quests and Locations 4

Evandars Snow Texture Replacer

• Author: Evandar
• Version: 1.3
• Description: Replaces ice and snow in Cyrodiil.
• Download:

• Evandars Snow Texture Replacer 13

AliveWaters

• Author: Windsurfer
• Version: 0.6
• Description: Adds different types of fish with scripted AI, underwater weeds, more diversity in general and some surprises for the explorer.
• Download:

• AliveWaters

• Installation:

AliveWaters

Esp/m Filter:

• Un-Check All

Alive Waters updated

• Author: Windsurfer & WalkerInShadows
• Version: 0.9
• Description: Bugfixed and TES4 cleaned, supports Better Cities.
• Requirements:

• AliveWaters (Resources)

• Download:

• Alive Waters Updated

AliveWaters Grass Bug Fix

• Author: Xerus
• Version: 1.0
• Description:
• Requirements:

• AliveWaters (Resources)
• Alive Waters updated

• Download:

• AliveWaters Grass Bug Fix

Character Improvements

Create a Marker

I recommend that you add a marker in Wrye Bash called "Character Improvements"

NSFW Roberts Female Body v13

• Author: Robert
• Version: 1.3
• Description:
• Download:

• FemReplacerV13

• Installation:

FemReplacerV13

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • RTFemaleReplacerV12.esp

NSFW RobertMaleBodyReplacerV52

• Author: Robert2
• Version: V52
• Description:
• Download:

• Robert Male Body Replacer V52 BAIN

• Installation:

Wizard
ROBERT MALE V5.2 FINAL - BAIN
You can review the documentation here.
NUDITY - HOW WOULD YOU LIKE YOUR MEN
Recommended	Not Recommended
BIG PANTS FOR ME PLEASE	FLAPPING IN THE WIND
WHICH ONE OF THESE BODY TYPES DO YOU WANT TO INSTALL
Recommended	Pick your own body type
AVERAGE BODY
CHOOSE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING PANTS TYPES AVAILABLE FOR AVERAGE
Recommended	Pick your own pants
Add Pants 2
CHOOSE THE FOOT MESHES YOU WISH TO USE
Recommended	Pick your own foot meshes
ROBERT MALE V5 DEFAULT
CHOOSE THE HEAD MESH YOU WISH TO USE
Recommended	Pick your own head mesh
ROBERT MALE RT8
CHOOSE THE CORE TEXTURE RESOLUTION YOU WISH TO USE
Recommended	Pick this option if you want the performance option
V5 HI-RES DEFAULT - 2048	V5 HI-RES REDUCED - 1024
CHOOSE THE DARK ELF HI-RES 2048 BODY TEXTURES YOU WISH TO USE
Recommended	Pick your own texture
DARK ELF - DEFAULT V5
CHOOSE THE DARK ELF FACE TEXTURES YOU WISH TO USE
Recommended	Pick your own texture
DARK ELF - DEFAULT V5
CHOOSE THE IMPERIAL HI-RES 2048 BODY TEXTURES YOU WISH TO USE
Recommended	Pick your own texture
IMPERIAL TEXTURE ROBM 4
CHOOSE THE IMPERIAL FACE TEXTURE YOU WISH TO USE
Recommended	Pick your own texture
IMPERIAL - DEFAULT V5
CHOOSE THE ORC HI-RES 2048 BODY YOU WISH TO USE
Recommended	Pick your own texture
ORC - HAIRY
CHOOSE THE DARK SEDUCER HI-RES 2048 BODY TEXTURES YOU WISH TO USE
Recommended	Pick your own texture
DARK SEDUCER DEFAULT V5
CHOOSE THE GOLDEN SAINT HI-RES 2048 BODY TEXTURES YOU WISH TO USE
Recommended	Pick your own texture
GOLDEN SAINT DEFAULT V5
DO YOU WANT TO CHANGE THE DEFAULT NORMAL MAPS FOR HUMAN LIKE RACES
Recommended	Pick this option if you want to pick your own normal maps
NO	YES
DO YOU WANT TO USE ROBERTS LESS APE-LIKE IDLE ANIMATIONS
Recommended	Not Recommended
YES	NO
The installer script has finished, and will apply the following settings
Check: Apply these selections Install this package [Finish]

Race Compilation for Roberts bodies

• Author: Xenius
• Version: 1.0
• Description:
• Notes: This might be conflicting with Oblivion Character Overhaul 2. I'm not sure yet, but this is the only other character mod.
• Requirements:

• Roberts Male Bodies
• Roberts Female Bodies

• Download:

• XRC-RFM_Main_File-1_00

• Installation:

Roberts Bodies

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • X.RC.RFM.esp

Oblivion Character Overhaul version 2

• Author: nuska
• Version: 2.03
• Requirements:

• Blockhead

• Download:

• Oblivion Character Overhaul v203
• Roberts Female Body replacer texture compatibility addon
• Roberts Male Body replacer texture compatibility addon

• Installation:

Oblivion Character Overhaul v203

Esp/m Filter:

Check:

Oblivion_Character_Overhaul.esp

Common Oblivion

Create a Marker

I recommend that you add a marker in Wrye Bash called "Cobl"

Cobl

• Author: Cobl Team
• Version: Cobl 173
• Description: Is a modders resource that "significantly enriches the world of Oblivion"
• Notes: CBash requires special edits with this mod. That part will be described near the end of the guide.

Cobl stands for Common Oblivion.

• Download:

• Cobl 173

• Installation:

Cobl 173

1. Sub-Packages:
   • Check:
     • 00 Cobl Core

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • Cobl Main.esm
     • Cobl Filter Late MERGE ONLY.esp
     • Cobl Glue.esp
     • Cobl Si.esp
     • Cobl Races.esp

If you plan on using FCOM Convergence

1. Sub-Packages:
   • Check:
     • 02 Tweaks (Only install one)
2. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • Cobl Tweaks - FCOM Mergeable.esp

BOSS Masterlist Update Required:

• Cobl Tweaks - FCOM Mergeable.esp AFTER Cobl Tweaks - MMM and OOO Mergeable.esp

Cobl Cosmetics Res 01

• Author: Cobl Team
• Version: 1.72
• Description:
• Requirements:

• Cobl

• Download:

• Cobl Cosmetics Res 01

• Installation:

Cobl Cosmetics Res 01

1. Sub-Packages:
   • Check:
     • Install FIRST
     • Install Next - If using Robert's Male Bodies

Advanced Mods

These mods need to be installed in a certain order for the install wizards to detect the patches for certain mods and for mods to overwrite files from other mods so if you are using these mods install them in this order.

Create a Marker

I recommend that you add a marker in Wrye Bash called "Advanced Mods"

Roads of Cyrodiil

• Author: Arthmoor - Ukrr - mariedanj
• Version: 1.0
• Description:
• Download:

• Roads of Cyrodiil

• Installation:

Roads of Cyrodiil

1. Sub-Packages:
   • Check:
     • 00 Core
2. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • Roads of Cyrodil.esp

Kvatch Rebuilt

• Author: Kvatch Rebuilt Team
• Version: 3.0pb5
• Description:
• Requirements:

• OBSE

• Download:

• Kvatch Rebuilt 3.0 pb5

• Installation:

Kvatch Rebuilt 3.0 pb5

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • Kvatch Rebuilt.esp

MOBS - Medieval Oblivion Equipment Balance System

• Author: Corepc - BFG
• Version: 2.0a
• Description:

MOBS Guided Download and Install
Are you using any Major Overhauls
No	Yes
	FCOM Convergence	Oscuro's Oblivion Overhaul	Other
Download
MOBS Shivering Isles MOBS Knights DLC Fixed 2b	OMOBS Shivering Isles	OMOBS Shivering Isles	MOBS Shivering Isles MOBS Knights DLC Fixed 2b
Installation
MOBS Shivering Isles Esp/m Filter: Check: MOBS SI.esp Esp/m Filter: Un-Check: MOBS SI Optional Combat Settings.esp MOBS Knights DLC Fixed 2b Esp/m Filter: Check DLC_Mobs	OMOBS Shivering Isles Esp/m Filter: Check: OMOBS_SI.esp	OMOBS Shivering Isles Esp/m Filter: Check: OMOBS_SI.esp	MOBS Shivering Isles Esp/m Filter: Check: MOBS SI.esp Esp/m Filter: Un-Check: MOBS SI Optional Combat Settings.esp MOBS Knights DLC Fixed 2b Esp/m Filter: Check DLC_Mobs

MOBSification of MODS

• Author: RoclorD aka CarlosS4444
• Version: 1.01
• Description:
• Requirements:

• MOBS - Medieval Oblivion Equipment Balance System

• Download:

• MOBSification of MODS 1.01

• Installation:

MOBSification of MODS 1.01

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check All

BOSS Masterlist Update Required:

• MOBSification of MODS.esp BOTTOM Pre Bash

Better Cities

• Author: Max Ischreyt aka Bananasplit-Wolfslady-Reckless-SilentResident-Vorians-Ismelda-Nernie-Sigurd
• Version: 6.0.3
• Description:
• Download:

• Better Cities
• Better Cities Primary Resources

• Installation:

Better Cities Primary Resources

Choose:

Blood and Mud

No

Yes

Male and Female

No

Wizard for Better Cities
Do you plan to use Arthmoor's mod Open Cities Reborn with Better Cities?
Recommended	Select this if you do use Open Cities Reborn
No	Yes
Do you want to install every city and all of the Imperial City or do you want to select only some districts?
Recommended	Select this if you want to select your own options
Everything	Separate Cities/Districts
Do you want to install the FPS Patch for the Imperial City Waterfront?
Recommended	Select this if you want all of the content for the waterfront
Yes	No
Do you want to be able to see the outer walls of the new Aristocratic District and the extended walls of the Arena District when outside the city?
Recommended	Select this if you do not want this option
Yes	No
Do you want to be able to see building of the Imperial City from a distance when outside the city?
Recommended	Select this if you want to see the buildings from outside the city.
No	Yes
Do you want Leyawiin partially flooded?
Recommended	Select this if you don't want Leyawiin flooded
Yes	No
Do you plan to use the Open Better Cities option?
Recommended	Select this if you want to use Open Better Cities
No	Yes
Check: Apply these selections DO NOT INSTALL THIS PACKAGE!!! [Finish]

After making your selections, check the: All Natural, Storms and Sounds, and Immersive Interiors subpackages THEN install. Also make sure that "Better Cities .esp" is activated and not just merged.

Unique Landscape Compilation

• Authors: Various
• Version: 1.7.4
• Description:
• Download:

• ULComp174 NMM or BAIN

• Installation:

Wizard
What type of installation do you want
Recommended	Choose your own selection of Unique Landscapes
Full	Custom
Do you wish to install Rolling Hills with or without wheat
Recommended	Performance Version
Wheat	No Wheat
Do you wish to install The Dark Forest with low poly grass
Recommended	Performance Version
Default Grass	Low Poly Grass
Do you wish to install landscapeLOD files
Recommended	Not Recommended
Yes	No
Check: Apply these selections Install this package [Finish]

Animated Window Lighting System and Chimneys - AWLS

• Author: XMarksTheSpot-Brumbek-Ismelda
• Version: 5.5.4
• Description:
• Download:

• Animated Window Lighting System v5-5-4

• Installation:

Wizard
Choose the plugin you want to install
Recommended	Not Recommended
Advanced Smoking Chimneys	Select a different plugin
Do you use RAEVWD
Are you using the Really AEVWD Section	Use this if you are not using the Really AEVWD Section
Recommended	Yes
No
Do you want to pick your windows individually for every city location
Recommended	Pick your own choices after "Do you use Qarls Texture Pack III"
No	Yes
Do you use Qarls Texture Pack III
Recommended	Use this if you are using the Alternative Texture Pack module
Yes	No
Pick a Complete Texture Pack option
Recommended	Pick your own style
Orange - Brumbek Recommends
Pick a Cathedral Windows option
Recommended	Pick your own style
Orange - Brumbek Recommends
Pick a Mages Guild Magic Circle Window option
Recommended	Pick your own style
Purple
Pick an Imperial City Temple option
Recommended	Pick your own style
Blue
Do you use Bomrets Texture Pack for Shivering Isles
Recommended	Use this option if you haven't installed Bomrets Texture Pack
Yes	No
Pick a Shivering Isles Settlements option
Recommended	Pick your own style
Bumbek Yellow Multi-Color
Pick a Shivering Isles Palace option
Recommended	Pick your own style
Dual Nature
Pick a Shivering Isles Crucible option
Recommended	Pick your own style
Blue-Purple
Pick a Shivering Isles Bliss option
Recommended	Pick your own style
More Colors
The installer script has finished, and will apply the following settings
Check: Apply these selections DO NOT INSTALL THIS PACKAGE!!! [Finish]

After making your selections, check the: 080 Kvatch Rebuilt subpackage THEN install.

Weather - All Natural

• Author: Chong Li
• Version: 1.36
• Description: 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.
• Download:

• Weather - All Natural

• Installation:

Wizard
Select which mod components you wish to install.
Recommended	Not Recommended
All Natural - Full	Select a different plugin
Do you want to use All Natural's Shivering Isles support
Recommended	Select this if you do not want All Natural weathers for shivering Isles
Yes	No
Do you want to use additional (non-vanilla) weathers for Shivering Isles
Recommended	Select this if you do not want the additional weathers for shivering Isles
Yes	No
Do you want to use the Bash Filter for other mod support
Recommended	Select this if you do not want the plugin
Yes	No
Please select which weathers to use
Recommended	Select your own weathers combination
Natural Weather Atmospheric Weather System Enhanced Weather
Select which color tinting you want to use
Recommended	Select your own tint setting
Default
Select which fog distance you want to use
Recommended	Select your own option
Default
Select which darker nights option you want to use
Recommended	Select your own option
Default Nights
Select weather transition speed
Recommended	Select your own option
Default
Check: Apply these selections Install this package [Finish]

If you are using Kvatch Rebuilt:

1. Sub-Packages:
   • Check:
     • 04 Kvatch Rebuilt Patch
2. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • Kvatch Rebuilt Weather Patch.esp

If you are using the FCOM or MMM section :

1. Sub-Packages:
   • Check:
     • MMM Patch
2. Sub-Packages:
   • Check:
     • All Natural - MMM Patch.esp

Make the following changse in AllNatural.ini:
set ANVars.Luminance to 0.75

set ANVars.SILuminance to 0.75

set ANVars.TCEnabled to 1

Immersive Interiors

• Author: SomeWelshGuy
• Version: 0.8.1
• Description:
• Requirements:

• Weather - All Natural

• Download:

• Immersive Interiors 0-81

• Installation:

Immersive Interiors 0-81

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • Immersive Interiors.esp

Immersive Interiors - Bravil and Leyawiin

• Author: 127ms
• Version: 2.01
• Description:
• Requirements:

• Weather - All Natural
• Immersive Interiors

• Download:

• Immersive Interiors - Bravil and Leyawiin

• Installation:

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • Immersive Interiors - Bravil.esp

BOSS Masterlist Update Required:

• Immersive Interiors - Bravil.esp AFTER Immersive Interiors.esp

      Unique Landscapes Compatibility Patches

• Author: Vorians - Arthmoor - Various others
• Requirements: Unique Landscape
• Download: UL Compatibility Patches Compilation WIZBAIN v9b
• Notes: The wizard needs to be re-run after you add or remove any mods.
• Installation:

Wizard
UL Patches Documentation
You can review the documentation for each patch.
The installer script has finished, and will apply the following settings
Check: Apply these selections DO NOT INSTALL THIS PACKAGE!!! [Finish]

If you are using Kvatch Rebuilt

Esp/m Filter:

Check:

KvatchRebuilt-CheydinhalFalls patch.esp

THEN install.

      Roads of Cyrodiil Patches

• Author: Arthmoor - Ukrr - mariedanj
• Version: 1.0
• Requirements: Roads of Cyrodil
• Download: Roads of Cyrodiil Patches
• Installation:

Syn's Note: I'm too lazy to change the table below..just know that if you have Unique Landscapes and Better Cities installed, check:

00 ROC+UL Imperial Isle

12 ROC+UL Skingrad Outskirts

14 ROC+UL Ancient Redwoods

And that's all you need to do.

Roads of Cyrodil Guided Patch Install
Unique Landscapes	Let the People drink	MTC Expanded Villages
Sub-Packages: Check: 00 ROC +UL Imperial Isle 12 ROC +UL Skingrad Outskirts 14 ROC +UL Ancient Redwoods Esp/m Filter: Check: ROC +UL-II Patch.esp ROC +UL Skingrad Outskirts Patch.esp ROC +Ancient Redwoods.esp	Sub-Packages: Check: 00 ROC +Let the People Drink Esp/m Filter: Check: ROC +LtPD Patch.esp	Sub-Packages: Check: 22 ROC +MTC Expanded Villages Esp/m Filter: Check: MTCEV-RoC Patch.esp
Unique Landscapes + Let the People drink
Sub-Packages: Un-Check: 00 ROC +Let the People Drink 00 ROC +UL Imperial Isle Check: 00ROC +UL Imperial Isle +Let the People Drink Esp/m Filter: Check: ROC +UL-II +LtPD Patch.esp

      BC_Aristocrat_UL_Patch

• Author: bhorton22
• Version: 1.1
• Requirements: Better Cities and Unique Landscapes
• Download: BC_Aristocrat_UL_Patch

Storms and Sound v3 lightning for all weathers

• Author: Deathless Aphrodite lilith and Foghorne
• Version: 3.0
• Description:
• Notes: The renamed OBSE version is compatible with ALL weathers and will unlikely need to be modified further, updated or changed in any way.
• Download:

• Full version and Storms
• Sound Patches v2_2

• Installation:

This one is super complicated, basically:

Open the project

Delete all .esps except for "OBSE-Storms & Sound SI.esp"

Rename that plugin to "Storms & Sound.esp"

Install the project

Clean it

Move the .esp from Oblivion Data to another project with the -Clean like you usually would

Install the Storms and Sounds-Clean project

Uncheck all .esp's except the Better Cities one from Storms and Sounds Patches

Install the Storms and Sounds Patches

OBSE-Storms & Sound SI.esp Template:XEdit

If you are planning on using The Lost Spires
Storms and Sound Patches v2_2:

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • Storms & Sound - The Lost Spires.esp

Now I recommend that you test your game at this point to make sure you installed everything correctly.

Sound

Create a Marker

I recommend that you add a marker in Wrye Bash called "Sound"

Oblivion Stereo Sound Overhaul

• Author: canderoc
• Version: 0.9
• Description:
• Download:

• Oblivion Stereo Sound Overhaul

Better Bell Sounds

• Author: Morbus
• Version: 1.0
• Description:
• Download:

• Better Bell Sounds

Atmospheric Oblivion

• Author: Piratelord
• Version: 1.0
• Description:
• Download:

• Atmospheric Oblivion

• Installation:

Atmospheric Oblivion

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Un-Check:
     • Atmospheric Oblivion.esp

Atmospheric Oblivion Updated

• Author: PirateLord
• Version: 1.1
• Description:
• Requirements:

• Atmospheric Oblivion

• Download:

• Atmospheric Oblivion Updated

• Installation:

Atmospheric Oblivion Updated

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • Atmospheric Oblivion.esp

Symphony of Violence - Combat Sound Enhancement

• Author: MigTheGreat
• Version: 0.5
• Description:
• Download:

• Symphony of Violence 0_5

• Installation:

Symphony of Violence 0_5

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • Symphony of Violence.esp

Elz - More Voice at Oblivion

• Author: Elzee
• Version: 1.4.2
• Description:
• Download:

• ElzMoreVoice_140
• Elz - More Voice - 142 update patch

• Installation:

ElzMoreVoice_140

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Un-Check:
     • ElzMoreVoice.esp

Elz - More Voice - 142 update patch

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • ElzMoreVoice.esp

Combat Taunts Removed

• Author: Kerghan
• Version: 1.1
• Description:
• Download:

• Combat Taunts Removed MANUAL 1-1

Unique Locations & 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.

Create a Marker

I recommend that you add a marker in Wrye Bash called "Unique Locations & Adventures"

Better dungeons

• Author: Scot and WalkerInShadows
• Version: 13
• Description:
• Download:

• Better Dungeons non-BSA
• Better Dungeons

• Installation:

Better Dungeons

Esp/m Filter:

Check:

Better Dungeons.esp

AFK_Frostcrag

• Author: Dwip
• Version: 1.2
• Description:
• Download:

• AFK_Frostcrag Version 1_2

• Installation:

AFK_Frostcrag Version 1_2

1. Sub-Packages:
   • Check:
     • 00 Core

If you do NOT plan on using Cobl
AFK_Frostcrag Version 1_2

1. Sub-Packages:
   • Check:
     • 01 Non-COBL
2. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • AFK_Frostcrag.esp

If you are planning on using Cobl
AFK_Frostcrag Version 1_2

1. Sub-Packages:
   • Check:
     • 01 COBL
2. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • AFK_Frostcrag.esp

Natural Environments

• Author: Tael
• Version: 2.1.3
• Description:
• Notes: Do NOT install the other options. They are incompatible with many mods that are part of the guide.
• Download:

• Natural Environments

• Installation:

Natural Environments

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check
     • Natural_Habitat_by_Max_Tael.esp

Knights of the Nine Revelation

• Author: Lanceor
• Version: 1.3.7
• Description:
• Download:

• Knights of the Nine Revelation 1_3_7 Full Install

• Installation:

Knights of the Nine Revelation 1_3_7 Full Install

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • Knights - Revelation.esm
     • Knights - Revelation.esp

A Brotherhood Renewed

• Author: Arthmoor
• Version: 1.1.2
• Description:
• Download:

• A Brotherhood Renewed

• Installation:

A Brotherhood Renewed

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • BrotherhoodRenewed.esp

Verona House Bloodlines

• Author: DTOM
• Version: 1.5.6
• Description: A quest mod that adds a nice small but compact town.
• Notes: Can cause extremely low frames because this mod adds a town on the road around the capital. Considering on removing.
• Download:

• VHB-SI Fixed*

• Installation:

VHB-SI Fixed*

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • VHBloodlines 1.2.esp

The Lost Spires

• Author: Leo Gura
• Version: 6.00
• Description:
• Download:

• thelostspiresv14.zip

• Installation:

thelostspiresv14.zip

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • The Lost Spires.esp

The Lost Spires.esp

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Tears Of The Fiend

• Author: Simyaz and Arilita
• Version: 1.22
• Description:
• Download:

• TOTF_1_2_2

• Installation:

TOTF_1_2_2

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • TOTF.esp

BASH Tags:
TOTF.esp:

ADD:

Actors.AIPackages

TOTF.esp

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Ruined Tails Tale

• Author: Simyaz
• Version: 3.01
• Description:
• Download:

• RTT_3_0
• RTT_3_0_1

• Installation:

RTT_3_0

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Un-Check:
     • RTT.esp

RTT_3_0_1

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • RTT.esp

RTT.esp

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GATES TO AESGAARD - Episode One

• Author: ThePriest909
• Version: 1.3
• Description:
• Download:

• Gates To Aesgaard Ep 1 Archive

• Installation:

Gates To Aesgaard Ep 1 Archive

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • GTAesgaard.esp

MTCExpandedVillages

• Author: Nernie
• Version: 1.0
• Description:
• Notes: Manual cleaning required worldspace cell (3,3). You can find information on how to do that here: http://forums.nexusmods.com/index.php?/topic/151169-mtcexpandedvillages/?p=9228124
• Download:

• MTCExpandedVillages

• Installation:

MTCExpandedVillages

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • MTCExpandedVillages.esp

MTCExpandedVillages.esp

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Gameplay

Create a Marker

I recommend that you add a marker in Wrye Bash called "Gameplay"

Advanced Health Regen - AHR

• Author: Forli
• Version: 1.41
• Description:
• Requirements:

• OBSE

• Download:

• AHR v1-4

• Installation:

AHR v1-4

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • AdvancedHealthRegen.esp

Alternative Beginnings

• Author: Arthmoor
• Version: 1.4.3
• Description:
• Requirements:

• OBSE

• Download:

• Alternative Beginnings

• Installation:

Alternative Beginnings

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • Alternative Beginnings.esp

If you are planning on using Kvatch Rebuilt
Alternative Beginnings

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • Alternative Beginnings - Kvatch Intact.esp

Bash-able Quest Delayers

• Author: Aellis
• Version: 3.1.29
• Description:
• Requirements:

• Gates to Aesgaard Episode 1
• The Heart of the Dead
• The Lost Spires

• Download:

• Delayers Package v3_1

• Installation:

If you are planning on using Aesgaard Episode 1
Delayers Package v3_1

1. Sub-Packages:
   • Check:
     • Gates to Aesgaard Episode 1 Delayer
2. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • GTAesgaard I v1.2 Delayer.esp

If you are planning on using The Lost Spires
Delayers Package v3_1

1. Sub-Packages:
   • Check:
     • The Lost Spires Delayer
2. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • The Lost Spires v14 Delayer.esp

Tears of the Fiend Delayer

• Author: TheNiceOne
• Version: 1.0
• Description:
• Requirements:

• Tears Of The Fiend

• Download:

• TOTF Delayer

• Installation:

TOTF Delayer

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • TOTF Delayer.esp

Clocks of Cyrodiil

• Author: WilliamSea
• Version: 1.0
• Description:
• Download:

• Clocks of Cyrodiil

• Installation:

Clocks of Cyrodiil

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check All

ClocksOfCyrodiil.esp Template:XEdit

Curse of Hircine - Resurrected

• Author: LogicDragon aka WolfClaw
• Version: 4.2.1
• Description:
• Requirements:

• OBSE

• Download:

• Curse of Hircine Resurrected 4_2_1

• Download if you are planning on using Deadly Reflex 6

• CoH 1st Person Anims DR6

• Installation:

Curse of Hircine Resurrected 4_2_1

1. Sub-Packages:
   • Check:
     • 00 Core
     • 02 Animated Tails
2. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • CurseOfHircine.esp

If you are planning on using Deadly Reflex 6
CoH 1st Person Anims DR6

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • CoH 1st Person Anims.esp

Drop Lit Torches OBSE

• Author: Strategy Master
• Version: 2.4
• Description:
• Requirements:

• OBSE

• Download:

• DLT OBSE V2-4

• Installation:

DLT OBSE V2-4

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • DropLitTorchOBSE.esp

Duke Patricks - Actors Can Miss Now

• Author: Duke Patrick
• Version: 3.0
• Description:
• Requirements:

• OBSE

• Download:

• Duke Patricks Actors Can Miss Now Rev 3

• Installation:

Duke Patricks Actors Can Miss Now Rev 3

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • Duke Patricks - Actors Can Miss Now.esp

Heavens Wrath Weather Change Spell

• Author: richdiesal
• Version: 1.1
• Description:
• Download:

• Heavens Wrath Weather Change Spell

• Installation:

Heavens Wrath Weather Change Spell

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • RD-HeavensWrath-v 1-1-Easy.esp

BASH Tags:
RD-HeavensWrath-v 1-1-Easy.esp:

ADD:

Actors.Spells

Physics Enabled Immersive Prison Sewer Exit

• Author: OC3
• Version: 2.1
• Description:
• Download:

• Physics Enabled Immerisive Sewer Exit 2_1

• Installation:

Physics Enabled Immerisive Sewer Exit 2_1

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • Immersive Prision sewer exit.esp

If you are planning on using Unique Landscape Compilation
Physics Enabled Immerisive Sewer Exit 2_1

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Un-Check:
     • Immersive Prision sewer exit.esp
   • Check:
     • UL Imperial Isle Prison Sewer Exit.esp

Oblivion XP Update

• Author: SirFrederik and AndalayBay
• Version: 4.3.2
• Description:
• Requirements:

• MenuQue - OBSE Plugin

• Download:

• Oblivion XP

• Download if you are planning on using A Brotherhood Renewed

• A Brotherhood Renewed Patch

• Installation:

Oblivion XP

1. Sub-Packages:
   • Check:
     • 01 Core

If you are planning on using Darnified UI
Oblivion XP

1. Sub-Packages:
   • Check:
     • 02 Darnified UI

If you are planning on using DarkUId DarN
Oblivion XP

1. Sub-Packages:
   • Check:
     • 02 DarkUId DarN

If you are planning on using A Brotherhood Renewed
A Brotherhood Renewed Patch

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check All

Populated Prisons

• Author: Zaldir
• Version: 1.2
• Description:
• Download:

• Populated Prisons 12

• Installation:

Populated Prisons 12

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • Populated Prisons.esp

Reznod Mannequins

• Author: reznod
• Version: 3.0
• Description:
• Download:

• Reznod Mannequins

• Installation:

Reznod Mannequins

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check:
     • Reznod_Mannequin.esp

AFK_PrayerIdles

• Author: Dwip
• Version: 1.01
• Description: Adds prayer animations to priests and shrine worshipers.
• Download:

• AFK_PrayerIdles Version 1_01

Skyrimesque Counts and Countesses

• Author: Saint_Jiub
• Version: 1.0
• Description: Gives the Counts and Countesses more luxurious clothes.
• Download:

• Main File

TTYM - Think To Yourself Messages

• Author: Farm Fresh
• Version: 1.01
• Description:
• Incompatibles:

• Some Overhauls, unsure which

• Download:

• TTYM - Think To Yourself Messages

• Installation:

TTYM - Think To Yourself Messages

1. Esp/m Filter:
   • Check All

Weapons & Armor

Create a Marker

I recommend that you add a marker in Wrye Bash called "Weapons & Armor"

      Book Jackets: Oblivion Standard Res

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

Esp/m Filter:

Check:

Book Jackets Oblivion.esp

Uncheck:

Book Jackets Oblivion - BP.esp

Book Jackets Oblivion.esp

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      Capes and Cloaks

• Author: Someone1074
• Version: v1.2
• Download: Capes and Cloaks
• Installation:

Esp/m Filter:

Check:

CapesandClock.esp

      Insanity's Improved Armoury Compilation

• Author: InsanitySorrow
• Version: 1.21
• Download: Insanity's Improved Armoury Compilation v1.21.7z
• Installation:

Sub-Packages:

Check:

00 Core Files

      Visually Improved Staffs

• Author: qwertyasdfgh
• Version: 1.1
• Download: Staffs version 1_1
• Installation:

Sub-Packages:

Check:

00 Core

03 Staff of Indarys

      Visually Improved Staffs for OOO

• Author: qwertyasdfgh
• Version: 1.0
• Download: Visually Improved Staffs for OOO
• Notes: Use if you are using both FCOM Convergence section and Visually Improved Staffs.

Weapon Expansion Pack for Oblivion Nthusiasts

• Author: BFG Spiney kriscrash
• Version: 1.03
• Download: WEPON Base Install Oblivion and SI, WEPON Update and WEPON MOBS Conversion
• Installation:

WEPON Base Install Oblivion and SI

Esp/m Filter:

Un-Check All

WEPON Update

Esp/m Filter:

Check All

If you plan on using MOBS - Medieval Oblivion Equipment Balance System
WEPON MOBS Conversion

Sub-Packages:

Check:

Data

Esp/m Filter:

Check:

Weapon Expansion Pack for Oblivion Nthusiasts.esp

      Weapon Improvement Project

• Author: InsanitySorrow
• Version: 1.9
• Download: Weapon Improvement Project
• Notes: Must be after all other weapon retextures that modify the same weapon.
• Installation:

Esp/m Filter:

Check:

Weapon Improvement Project.esp

      Weapons Of Morrowind

• Author: InsanitySorrow
• Version: 1.0
• Download: Weapons Of Morrowind and Weapons Of Morrowind - Daedric Crescent
• Installation:

Weapons Of Morrowind

Esp/m Filter:

Check:

Weapons Of Morrowind.esp

Morrowind - Daedric Crescent

Esp/m Filter:

Check:

Morrowind - Daedric Crescent.esp

BOSS Masterlist Update Required:

• Weapons Of Morrowind.esp BOTTOM Base W
• Weapons Of Morrowind - Daedric Crescent.esp AFTER Weapons Of Morrowind.esp

      Immersive Weapons

• Author: Ironman5000
• Version: 2.0
• Download: Immersive Weapons 2
• Installation:

Esp/m Filter:

Check:

Immersive Weapons.esp

BOSS Masterlist Update Required:

• Immersive Weapons.esp BOTTOM Base I

Animals & Creatures

Create a Marker

I recommend that you add a marker in Wrye Bash called "Animals & Creatures"

      Creature Diversity

• Author: Zaldir
• Version: 1.14b
• Download: Creature Diversity 1.14 and Creature Diversity 1.14b UPDATE
• Installation:

Esp/m Filter:

Check:

Creature Diversity.esp

      Ducks and Swans for Cyrodiil

• Author: Tamira
• Download: Ducks and Swans for Cyrodiil

If you are planing on using Unique Landscapes

• Download: Ducks and Swans UL Imperial Isle Patch

• Installation:

Ducks and Swans for Cyrodiil

Esp/m Filter:

Check:

Ducks and Swans.esp

If you are planning on using Unique Landscapes
Ducks and Swans for Cyrodiil

Esp/m Filter:

Un-Check:

Ducks and Swans.esp

Ducks and Swans UL Imperial Isle Patch

Esp/m Filter:

Check:

Ducks and Swans.esp

BOSS Masterlist Update Required:

• Ducks and Swans.esp BOTTOM Base D

      Improved Storm Atronachs

• Author: sefmonsta
• Version: 1.0
• Download: Improved Storm Atronachs

Potentially NSFW       Slof's Oblivion Horses

• Author: Slof's
• Version: 2.0
• Installation:

Esp/m Filter:

Check:

Slof's Horses Base.esp

Slof's Horses Base.esp

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      Mikes Clothes Replacer v11

• Author: mikegemini
• Version: 1.1
• Download: Mikes Clothes Replacer v11

      Mythic Creatures

• Author: themythofstrider
• Version: 1.0
• Download: Mainfile

      Mythic Animals

• Author: themythofstrider
• Version: 1.0
• Download: Mythic Animals High res part 1 and Mythic Animals High res part 2

      Mythic Ghosts and Goblins

• Author: themythofanst themythofstrider
• Version: 1
• Download: Mythic Ghosts and Goblins

      Mythic Madness

• Author: TheMythofStrider
• Version: 1.0
• Download: Mythic Madness

      Wildlife - Raven and Seagull

• Author: 1.1
• Version: Ironman5000
• Download: Ravens and Seagulls
• Installation:

Esp/m Filter:

Check:

Ravens and Seagulls.esp

BOSS Masterlist Update Required:

• Ravens and Seagulls.esp TOP Base A

Ravens and Seagulls.esp

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Other Re-textures

Create a Marker

I recommend that you add a marker in Wrye Bash called "Other Re-textures"

      Darooz Upperclass clutter

• Author: Darooz
• Version: 1.0
• Download: Upperclass clutter

      Enhanced Magic Effects

• Author: Cristina
• Version: 1.0
• Download: Enhanced Magic Effects

      HiRez Architecture- Daedric Shrines

• Author: Saint_Jiub
• Version: 1.0
• Download: HiRez Daedric Shrines

      HiRez Architecture- God Statues

• Author: Saint_Jiub
• Version: 1.0
• Download: HiRez God Statues

      The Imperial Firmament - BAIN

• Author: Discovery1
• Version: 1
• Download: The Imperial Firmament - BAIN This mod seems to be the more recent version of The Imperial Firmament.
• Notes: BAIN repackaged
• Installation:

Wizard
Would you like to read an overview of the package contents before continuing with the installation wizard
Recommended	Select this if you want to read the documentation
No	Yes
Do you want to use the texture replacements for Natural Enviroment
Select this if you use All Natural	Select this if you are NOT using All Natural
Yes	No
The Imperial Firmament comes in two qualities
Recommended	Select this for a performance option
Ultra	Medium/High
Optional packages
Recommended	Choose your own optional packages
Check: alternative sunglare 1
Check: Apply these selections Install this package [Finish]

      Improved Fires and Flames

• Author: hlvr
• Version: 1.1
• Download: Improved Fires and Flames and Optional torch
• Notes: There is a performance option available.
• Installation:

Improved Fires and Flames

Esp/m Filter:

Check:

Improved Fires and Flames - Increased Sound.esp

      Improved Skulls and Bones and Ironwork

• Author: hlvr
• Version: 1.1
• Download: Improved Skulls and Bones and ironwork

      Improved Moons

• Author: sefmonsta
• Version: 1.0
• Download: Improved Moons

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

• Author: maczopikczo and xrayy
• Version: 03
• Requirements: Unique Landscapes
• Download: Nice Ice - Icing on the Cake

      Falling Leaves

• Author: Carah
• Version: 1.0
• Description: The northern autumn trees do now lose leaves as they are supposed to.
• Download: Falling Leaves V1_0 BAIN
• Installation:

Sub-Packages:

Check:

00 Core Files (Required)

Esp/m Filter:

Check:

Falling Leaves.esp

If you are planning on using Unique Landscape

Sub-Packages:

Check:

01 UL Patch Lush Woodlands

Esp/m Filter:

Check:

Falling Leave - UL Lush Woodlands Patch.esp

BOSS Masterlist Update Required:

• Falling Leave - UL LushWoodlands Patch.esp AFTER Falling Leaves.esp

      Hi-res Soul Gems

• Author: Vilkz
• Version: 1.0
• Download: Hi-Res Soul Gems

      DOWNPOUR

• Author: Gamwich & maczopikczo
• Version: 02
• Download: DOWNPOUR

Sub-Packages:

Check:

00 Large

      Improved Fruits, Vegetables and Meat

• Author: Mikal33
• Version: 1.1
• Download: Improved Fruits Vegetables and Meats and IFVMUpdate

      Improved Amulets and Rings

• Author: Mikal33
• Version: 1.1
• Download: ImprovedAmuletsAndRings

Patches

Major Overhauls Patches
OOOorMMMFCOMSlofHorseDLCHorseArmor Requirements: FCOM Convergence section and Slof's Oblivion Horses Download: OOOorMMMFCOMSlofHorseDLCHorseArmor.rar Notes: Slof's Horses Base.esp is still required Installation: Esp/m Filter: Un-Check All Esp/m Filter: Check: MMM4OOO&FCOM- Slofs Horse & DLC Armor.esp

      HUD Alive

• Author: Samadchaz
• Version: 5.2
• Requirements: DarNified UI, HUD Status Bars, ConScribe and DarNified UI Config Addon
• Download: HUD Alive 5_2 OMOD
• Installation:

If you are not using Oblivion XP Update Delete "hud_main_menu.xml" from

HUD Alive 5_2 OMOD-44751-5-2\menus\main\

      MTC Expanded Villages - Lost Spires Patch

• Author: dreamed1
• Version: 1.1
• Requirements: The Lost Spires and MTC Expanded Villages
• Download: MTC Villages Lost Spires Patch v 1_1
• Notes:
• Installation:

Esp/m Filter:

Check:

MTCVillages-LostSpiresPatch.esp

      Arthmoors Mod Patches

• Author: Arthmoor
• Version: 1
• Requirements: Ruined Tail's Tale
• Download: RTT Weye Relocation Patch
• Installation:

Esp/m Filter:

Check:

RTT -Weye Relocation Patch.esp

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Finishing up

Bashed Patch

Syn's Note: Since A LOT of people seem to forget, make sure "Better Cities .esp" is checked/activated and not just merged.

In Wrye Bash

Right-Click on Bashed Patch, 0.esp.

Select Rebuild Patch (CBash *BETA*)...

If a warning pops up about hoe CBash is BETA.

Click [OK]

Make the following edits in the "Update Bashed Patch, 0.esp (CBash)" Window

Edit "Tweak Assorted"

Check:

"DarNified Books"

Edit "Tweak Settings"

Check:

"Crime: Alarm Distance [2000]"

"Greeting Distance [Custom] 100.00"

"UOP Vampire Aging and Face Fix"

"Warning: Exterior Distance to Hostiles [2000]"

Un-Check

"Cobl Catalogs"

Then Click [Build Patch]

Note: You MUST rebuild the patch every time you change the Load Order.

Tes4LODGen

Run TES4LODGen which is located in <Oblivon> folder.

Note: You MUST rebuild the patch every time you change the Load Order.

Tes4ll

Launch the GUI file for Tes4ll

Navigate to

<Oblivion>\Data\ini\tes4ll\

Double-Click on tes4ll_all.mpb

In the tes4ll_all.mpb GUI

Go to the "Plugins" tab

Click [Plugins.txt]

Go to the "Worldspace" tab

Click [Read Worldspaces]

In the drop down "Tamriel [0000003C} from 'Oblivion.esm'" should already be selected

Go to the "LOD Meshes" tab

Leave everything on the default settings

Go to the "Normal Maps" tab

Leave on default (everything should be unchecked)

Go to the "Color map" tab

Leave on default (almost everything should be unchecked)

Go to the "Start Process" tab

Check:

"Overwrite the original files"

Click on [Click me if you are ready]

The program will then bring up a log wait for something like below before you close the application

****** Batch loop done ******
User time per command (sorted):
SetMaxVerticesPerQuad: 45.2247 s
GenerateHeightmap: 39.9207 s
BreakAtGrid: 20.3581 s
DivideGrid: 19.7341 s
Filter: 18.5641 s
WriteAllQuads: 17.8465 s
ContourLine: 8.97006 s
ParseModList: 1.87201 s
Panorama: 1.46641 s
SetGrid: 1.15441 s
AlgPeakFinder: 0.670804 s
MakeTriangulation: 0.483603 s
Background error reader finished
Background reader finished

• Note: Tes4ll should be ran again if you ever install or uninstall a landscape mod after completing the guide. Otherwise you don't need to run it again.

Credits

EssArrBee: Thanks to him for replying to my PM and providing some starting information.

Audley: Graphics stuff.

Synthetik: Majorly improved the guide and updated it. Also created the banner.

Alenet: For providing information on the tweak settings.

Mods That Are Incompatible and/or have some issue

TGND Female Body and Clothing Replacer

Several mesh and texture issues

Really AEVWD

Causes low FPS throughout the world