The method I follow is roughly around this model :<\/p>\n
There are also exceptions. If you look at my list, some mods do not follow this model and are placed earlier or later. You will need a lot of trial and errors activating and deactivation mods to fine tune them, but this should get you started.<\/p>\n
Also, if you are using OBMM, an easy way to get a list of your mods is by looking for the Plugins.txt file under : Local Settings\\Application Data\\Oblivion.<\/p>\n
The suggested load order above should be considered just a guideline for a start. You will have to tweak your list depending on your particular mix of mods. <\/p>\n
The most useful utility I found for troubleshooting load orders is TES4View<\/a>. Among other things, it has the distinct advantage to show you all mods involved in a conflict, which is invaluable information when you have to make an informed decision about how to reorder mods.<\/p>\n As a matter of good practice, download a mod to skip the tutorial part of the standard game – such as A New Beginning<\/a> – and always keep a saved game with no mod activated except that one. That will save you a lot of time if you need to activate \/ deactivate groups of mods or play around with the load order.<\/p>\n Also, make good use of OBMM’s load order import\/export feature. It allows you to save a particular arrangement of mods, and return to it later if you mess up your order.<\/p>\n