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I've been a sword owner and collector for as far back as I can remember, my father initially started getting a few when I was still a kid and I'm pretty sure he got them because he knew about my interest in them. I also dare say I have my fair bit of knowledge about swords and to some extend most other close combat weapons, such as handling, functionality and use. And looking at pretty much all Skyrim weapons, even someone with a minimum of knowledge can tell that these weapons tend to be over-sized, too heavy / front heavy and in general very unpractical - most weapons in fact look like LARP weapons and that's what I want to change about them. I might not do too drastic changes to the top tier stuff, as I feel Skyrim should still maintain that fantasy look, and the materials in question are supposed to look either demonic (Daedric) or fantastical (Dragon etc). But still to some extend de-LARP them. Time will tell.
[Yes, I tend to do novel size rants some times.]
My Japanese grandpa has a real katana collection, so that's where my fascination started. I prefer european swords though tbh, especially if it's involving modding Skyrim. Definitely not a fan of that weeb s#*! you see on the nexus ALL THE TIME and I'm half Jap lol. [I like to rant too haha]
As of your mod, you planning on replacing most swords? The most popular mod to do that is Leanwolf's Better Shaped Weapons, and as much as I like that mod and find it essential, there are still critiques to be said about the weapon shapes. So I can't wait for this mod. There's this Norwegian YouTuber called Skallagrim and one of his videos is called 'Practicalizing Daedric Swords and Axes from Skyrim'. I recommend watching it some time, cuz I think what he draws mostly works. Might give you some ideas. Him, SnapJelly, Schologladiatoria and Lindybeige are all great YouTubers I can imagine you've heard of, and I'd recommend looking at their stuff. SnapJelly has made many critiques on the weapons of Skyrim, which may help you out for ideas. If you need any that is. So far, looks like you've got this. Can't wait. Good luck and keep it up. I wish I could offer help but I was 12 the last time I properly learnt 3ds Max and Maya lol.