Smarter Mercantile Leveling

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Smarter Mercantile Leveling replaces Oblivion's original Mercantile skill progression with a more logical system. It has 1,246 endorsements and was last updated in 2008, making it a classic mod for players who find the vanilla leveling frustrating.

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Gameplay Effects and Changes

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Downloads: 44,856 | Endorsements: 1,246

💡 Notes

By wavion | v1.65 | 1,246 endorsements

🎯 Tips & Tricks

Since it's an older mod, check for compatibility patches if

Since it's an older mod, check for compatibility patches if you use other gameplay overhauls.

Make sure to load it after any mods that alter skills or lev

Make sure to load it after any mods that alter skills or leveling to ensure it takes effect.

Back up your save before installing, just in case—though it'

Back up your save before installing, just in case—though it's a simple replacement.

🔧 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

Community favorite with 1,246 endorsements and over 44k downloads.
Directly addresses a common complaint about vanilla Oblivion.
Lightweight and focused—does one thing and does it well.

👎 Cons

Last updated in 2008—may have compatibility issues with modern setups or mods.
No detailed feature list or install instructions provided.
Only affects Mercantile leveling; if you're looking for broader economy changes, this won't cover it.

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