I'm looking to start replaying Morrowind, does anyone know any mods that are almost required by now?

http://www.gamesas.com/index.php?/topic/1060141-mod-recommendations-for-new-players/page__hl__recommendations - includes links to the three "essential" mods.
Info on how to find mods of any type.
Links to all the tools and patches you'll need.
etc