Set Race (player->SetRace)

morrowind — Console Commands

Changes the player character's race, affecting appearance and racial abilities.

Syntax

player->SetRace "[raceID]"

Example

player->SetRace "Dark Elf"

💡 Notes

Race IDs: Breton, Dark Elf, High Elf, Imperial, Khajiit, Nord, Orc, Redguard, Wood Elf.

🎯 Tips & Tricks

Try new races

Change to "Khajiit" for night vision.

Test abilities

Switch to "High Elf" for magicka bonus.

Revert

Set back to original race to restore.

🔧 Troubleshooting

Race not changing

Check spelling and use quotes; ensure race ID is valid.

Visual glitches

Reload save or change race again.

⚠️ Common Mistakes

  • Using wrong race ID
  • Changing race mid-quest
  • Forgetting to save

👍 Pros

  • Change appearance
  • Test racial abilities
  • Works on any actor
  • Can revert

👎 Cons

  • May not update skills/attributes
  • Can cause visual glitches
  • Requires exact race ID
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