Custom Race Fix

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Custom Race Fix is a small gameplay mod for Oblivion that allows players using custom races to start the main quest. It adds catch-all dialogue to the prisoner NPC so the quest triggers for any race. With over 12,000 endorsements and 439,000 downloads, it's a proven fix for a common issue.

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Syntax

Gameplay Effects and Changes

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Downloads: 439,629 | Endorsements: 12,429

💡 Notes

By Unknown | v1.0 | 12,429 endorsements

🎯 Tips & Tricks

Place the

Place the .esp file in your Oblivion Data folder and enable it in the launcher.

If you use a mod manager like Wrye Bash, install it there an

If you use a mod manager like Wrye Bash, install it there and ensure it's checked.

Test by starting a new game with a custom race to confirm th

Test by starting a new game with a custom race to confirm the quest triggers.

🔧 Troubleshooting

Mod not working

Check load order and required dependencies. Read the full mod description.

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Installing multiple mods that modify the same files without checking compatibility

👍 Pros

Huge community trust: 12,429 endorsements and 439k downloads
Solves a real problem for custom race players
Simple and effective—no bloat, just the fix

👎 Cons

Last updated in 2008—may have compatibility issues with newer Oblivion versions or mods
No install instructions provided by the author
Only affects the main quest start; other race-specific dialogue may still be broken

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