RolePlaying Oblivion : New Beginnings
oblivion — Mods & Enhancements
RolePlaying Oblivion: New Beginnings is a plugin that lets you start a new game in 30 different locations, including Fighter's Guild Halls, Mages' Guild Halls, the Arena Bloodworks, and chapels. It's for players who want more roleplaying variety at the start of Oblivion. With 311 endorsements and 87,431 downloads, it's a well-used mod from 2008.
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Downloads: 87,431 | Endorsements: 311💡 Notes
By Cliffworms | v1.0 | 311 endorsements
🎯 Tips & Tricks
Since it's a simple plugin, just drop the .esp into your Oblivion Data folder and activate it in the launcher.
Make sure to load it after any mods that alter the starting dungeon to avoid conflicts.
If you use a mod manager like Wrye Bash, you can easily toggle it on/off for different playthroughs.
🔧 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 download count (87,431) shows it's a popular choice for Oblivion players.
- 30 starting locations give you tons of replay value if you like fresh character stories.
- Simple concept that fits perfectly for roleplayers who want to skip the vanilla prison start.
👎 Cons
- Last updated in 2008 — it's ancient, so you might run into issues with newer mods or the Steam version.
- No install instructions or compatibility notes from the author, so you're on your own if something breaks.
- Only 311 endorsements compared to downloads suggests it's not universally loved, maybe due to bugs or lack of polish.