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Which Race Are You Playing As in Oblivion?
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is here — and the world of Cyrodiil is once again yours to explore. But before you ride into battle (or romance, or stealth, or magic), you’ve got to choose your fate. Which race will you become?

🐎 The Answer: It’s Not Just About the Horse Armor Anymore

While the original Oblivion launched in 2006 to critical acclaim, it’s the 2025 remaster — with its cheeky return of paid horse armor — that’s reigniting old debates, new memes, and a wave of nostalgia wrapped in irony.

Let’s break it down:

🐴 The Horse Armor Debacle: A Cultural Moment

• 2006: Bethesda sells Oblivion Horse Armor Pack for $2.50 (200 Microsoft Points).
• It’s purely cosmetic, offering no gameplay advantage.
• Fans furious. The internet erupts. Gamers feel “sold out.”
• The backlash becomes a benchmark for predatory DLC practices, a moment that defines an era of monetization.

"They sold me horse armor. I paid $2.50 for a metal saddle decoration."
— Anonymous Reddit Post, 2006

🎮 2025: The Remaster That Laughs at Its Past

• Oblivion Remastered drops with deluxe edition for $10 extra.
• Includes:
  • New quests (for unique armor, naturally)
  • Extra weapon options
  • Digital artbook & soundtrack app
  • ✅ Two new sets of horse armor (cosmetic only)

Bethesda isn’t hiding the joke. They’re winking at history, turning a scandal into a meta-narrative.

"We once sold you horse armor for $2.50. Now, for $10, you can wear it again — and feel proud."
— Todd Howard, in a tweet that likely doesn’t exist but should

🧠 Why Fans Are Laughing — And Liking It

• Players have evolved. $10 for cosmetic DLC? That’s a meme now, not a crisis.
• The gaming industry has changed. Battle Passes, skins, cosmetics — these are standard. As one analyst noted:

  "Horse Armor walked so Battle Passes could run."

• The nostalgia is real, but so is the satire. Fans love that Bethesda is owning its past.

🛠️ Mods Are Already Rolling In

• Nexus Mods is flooded with community content — minor tweaks, visual enhancements, and even quality-of-life improvements.
• Some mods go full “Oblivion but with 2025 graphics” — think ray-traced dungeons and cinematic cutscenes.

"I played Oblivion in 2007. I just modded it to look like a 2025 AAA game. I am not okay."
— User @ModMaster420, Nexus Mods

📌 Is This a Remaster… or a Remake?

There’s growing debate about the label "Remastered":

• Remaster: Old game, new graphics, same gameplay, maybe a few quality-of-life fixes.
• Remake: Rebuilt from the ground up, possibly new storylines, modern mechanics.

While Oblivion Remastered keeps the core structure, some fans argue it’s more of a remake, especially given:

• New dialogue recordings
• Improved AI and animations
• Better UI and camera controls
• The return of horse armor as a DLC purchase

It’s not just a polish. It’s a reimagining with irony at its heart.

✅ Final Verdict: Embrace the Absurd

Yes, you can pay $10 for horse armor in 2025 — and you should.

Not because you need it.

But because:

• You’re part of the joke.
• You’re honoring a legend.
• And deep down, you know:

  "I paid $10 for horse armor. And I have no regrets."

🐴 So — Which Race Are You?

Pick your side in the Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered world:

• Altmer – Elegant, magical, and very aware of your aesthetic choices.
• Argonian – Slither through the mud, wear your new horse armor with pride.
• Bosmer – You’re already a nature aesthetic. The horse armor? Still a vibe.
• Breton – Mystical, refined. You’d wear it to a funeral and still look stylish.
• Dunmer – “You want to pay for a saddle decoration? I’ve seen worse.”
• Imperial – You’re used to bureaucracy. This DLC is just another paperwork form.
• Khajiit – You’re already in it for the vibes.
• Nord – “I fight for honor. And I’ll wear the armor that makes my horse look like a dragon.”
• Orc – “I can’t die. And I can’t afford not to buy it.”
• Redguard – Stoic. You’ll buy it. You’ll wear it. You’ll never talk about it.

💬 Comment below:
👉 Which race are you playing as?
👉 Would you buy the horse armor DLC?
👉 Or are you already modding it to be “free” in the name of justice?

🎮 Ready to ride?
👉 Explore our full Oblivion Remastered Guide with:

• Interactive Map
• Complete Walkthroughs
• Character Builds
• First Steps for New Players
• And yes — a full breakdown of where to find the horse armor

"The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered" isn’t just a game. It’s a cultural time capsule — and you’re invited to wear the armor, even if it doesn’t protect you.