This mod contains multiple files to reduce starting attributes and skills for all races and origins, for players who prefer taking a bit longer to max out a character.
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Version 1.0.1
Fixed crashes coming from the masochist version.
It has always annoyed me in Oblivion that some of my attributes start as high as 50, they're already halfway done before even starting the game! This mod is very simple and just lowers each starting attribute by 10 to extend the progression a little bit. This will also end up making the early game more challenging, so you may wish to play on a different difficulty preset than you usually do with this mod. Alternatively, you may enjoy the extra challenge and feel more rewarded for properly preparing for early game dungeons.
Masochist Version This file drastically reduces all starting attributes and skills. Attributes that started at 50 are now 15, 40 are now 10, and 30 are now 5. Starting skills that gave +5 are now +2, and starting skills that gave +10 are now +5. This version will severely impact the difficulty of the game and is not recommended for a regular playthrough. Use at your own discretion.
"Why would I want to use a mod that nerfs my character?" If none of this sounds appealing to you, the mod just isn't for you, and that's okay.
Installation Simply extract the esp to steamapps\common\Oblivion Remastered\OblivionRemastered\Content\Dev\ObvData\Data. In the same directory, open the Plugins.txt and add Lower Starting Attributes.esp to a new line. Save your changes and the next time you start the game the mod should be installed.