User:Razorsedge877/Skyrim Extended LOTD v2.0

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Skyrim SE = LOTDv2
Skyrim Special Edition with Legend of the Dragonborn.


Created and maintained by Razorsedge877
Last Update: 30 March 2023


Pre Guide Work[edit | edit source]

There are a few things that need to be completed before starting this guide. Most of these things should already be completed, but if they are not, please do so.

Game Setup[edit | edit source]

If it is not, Steam should be installed to a location not affected by User Account Control (UAC). This is typically a place outside of C:\Program Files\ or C:\Program Files (x86)\. A separate hard drive, preferably a SSD, is recommended. If a separate drive is not available, a separate partition on a single hard drive is the second best option. If neither options are available, using the root of the system drive is recommended: C:\Steam\. If Steam is already installed to a UAC controlled area, users can move the program installation by following the instructions here: How do I move my existing Steam Installation?.

Once the game is installed, users will need to complete an initial setup:

  1. Launch Skyrim Special Edition from within Steam
  2. Accept any default settings and click [Play] to launch the game
  3. Once at the main menu, exit the game to desktop.
  4. The game files have now been initialized and the game is ready for modding.

Game Cleanup[edit | edit source]

This section only needs to be completed by users who have already had the game installed and modded prior to installing this guide.

Users upgrading from v1 of the guide or users who have previously modded Skyrim SE with NMM or WB, will need to ensure they revert their installation back to a vanilla state. The easiest way to accomplish this is to simply delete all the files/folders in the Skyrim root directory, and then re-verify the files using Steam. This will re-download the latest version of the game files in their vanilla states. This method is my suggestion for most users and is what I, personally, did as well. Advanced users can pick and choose which files to remove to ensure they're back to a vanilla install state. In either case, the Data folder should be in a 100% vanilla state before continuing this guide. This is due to MO's use of a virtual file system which keeps the game's Data folder pristine during modding.

Manager Installation[edit | edit source]

Mod Organizer 2 (MO2) is now the recommended mod manager for this guide. Mod Organizer has proven its versatility as a mod manager through countless hours of modding Skyrim LE, and has earned my respect as the optimal manager to be used by newbies and veterans alike. I am very happy to be using it again for Skyrim SE and this guide.

Mod Organizer 2[edit | edit source]

Download[edit | edit source]

Users should download the latest stable version from Nexus. This should at least be version 2.1.1 or higher.

  1. Download the Installer Version main file: Nexus

Installation[edit | edit source]

Next we need to set up the installation folder. Below is how I, personally, set up my installation. Users are free to change their paths and folder names.

  1. Navigate to the root Skyrim SE folder (..\Steam\steamapps\common\Skyrim Special Edition\)
  2. Create a new folder for the MO2 files.
    I named mine Mod Organizer 2: ..\Steam\steamapps\common\Skyrim Special Edition\Mod Organizer\
  3. Navigate to the file downloaded above and run it.
  4. Leave the defaults besides:
    • On the Choose Components page users can opt to have MO2 handle NXM links or not. I opted yes.
    • On the Choose Components page users should install a Startmenu Shortcut for easy uninstalling later when upgrading.
    • On the Choose Install Location page, browse to the folder created in step 2: ..\Steam\steamapps\common\Skyrim Special Edition\Mod Organizer\
  5. Install the program.
  6. Opt to [Run Mod Organizer 2.X.X] and click [Finish]

MO2 Setup[edit | edit source]

  1. MO2 should have launched from the installation above. If not, launch it for the first time now.
  2. Upon launch, users will have a choose between setting it up as portable or create a new instance. Choose to create a new instance.
  3. Select [SkyrimSE] and choose [OK].
    A prompt will appear informing you about the option of changing the location of data stored. Read it and click past it.
  4. The installer should automatically detect the Skyrim SE installation (...Steam\steamapps\common\Skyrim Special Edition\). Select it. If it didn't, browse to it's root folder.
    Another prompt will appear for first time installers asking to run the tutorial or not. First time MO users should run it. Experienced MO users can skip it.
  5. MO2 is now set up and ready to use.

Category Markers[edit | edit source]

Category Markers are separators in the mod pane (left pane) to help users visualize the separate categories. Though it is not necessary, I recommend users setting up a new marker for each mod section below. To do this:

  1. Double-click on the Overwrite folder at the bottom of the mod list in the left pane.
  2. In the pane of the new window, right-click and choose [New Folder].
  3. Rename the folder to Docs and close the window.
  4. Right-click on the Overwrite folder and choose [Create Mod...].
  5. Enter the category name in the box and choose [OK].

Utilities[edit | edit source]

Since some utilities are now able to be used across multiple games, I have started organizing them on my personal system within a centralized location instead of within the game's folder. Users are not required to use my organization and may organize the utilities whichever way works best for them individually. Many of these utilities will already be installed on on the system due to their use for other games. If any of them are already installed, there is no reason to re-install them for this guide unless users wish to use a single copy of the software for each game. I find this a waste of space and unnecessary so the instructions below will instruct installation for how I install the utilities. Again, users may install these utilities however they wish.

Utilities Folder Setup[edit | edit source]

First a centralized folder will be needed to install the utilities to:

  1. Choose a location outside of UAC control and outside of the game's folder for the new folder and open that location up in an Explorer window.
    I have chosen: D:\Modding\
  2. Click [New folder] on the menu bar of the window.
  3. Name the folder and hit [Enter] to accept it.
    I have chosen Programs for my name because it is descriptive of what is housed within.
    (optional) It is recommended to create a shortcut to this folder location for ease of access to these utilities.
  4. Open the new folder and keep the window open for the utilities installations.

Utilities Installation[edit | edit source]

Creation Kit[edit | edit source]

The Creation Kit (CK) is required for mod conversion and will be used within this guide for this purpose. To obtain the CK:

  1. Download and install Bethesda.net Launcher.
  2. Run the Launcher and sign in (create an account if you don't have one).
  3. Users should see the grey "Creation" icon on the left. Click on it and install.
  4. Users should now launch the CK, choose no to extracting the scripts, and close the program.

There are a few edits to the INI file that need to be made before users can use the CK to port mods.

  1. Download the file that TechAngel85 has made for us here.
  2. Extract the file into the root Skyrim Special Edition directory: ..\Steam\steamapps\common\Skyrim Special Edition\.
BethINI[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus

Description
A utility used for setting up and editing game INIs.

Installation

  1. Download the utility from Nexus
  2. Extract the contents to the new folder created above:
    On my system this is: D:\Modding\Programs\BethINI\.
  3. BethINI will be ran and setup up at the end of the guide.
DynDOLOD[edit | edit source]

Download: Beta via Mega (v2.36 beta 7)

Description
This is an utility used to create a mod based on the load order, which adds custom, distant LOD for objects to Skyrim.

Installation

  1. Download the archive file.
  2. Extract the contents to the new folder created above:
    On my system this is: D:\Modding\Programs\DynDOLOD Standalone\.


DynDOLOD Setup

  1. Open the installed DynDOLOD folder from above.
  2. Right-click on TexGen64.exe and choose [Create shortcut].
  3. Right-click on the newly created shortcut and choose [Properties].
  4. In the Target field after the ending quote, type a space and -sse
    It should look like: TexGenx64.exe" -sse
  5. Repeat steps 2 through 4 for DynDOLODx64.exe.
LOOT[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus

Description
A program used for sorting plugins for load orders.

Installation

  1. Download the utility from Nexus and run the installer.
  2. Install LOOT to the new folder created above.
    On my system this is: D:\Modding\Programs\LOOT\
SSE Edit[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus

Description
This is an utility used for conflict resolution between plugins, cleaning plugins, and other various uses. Users installing mods beyond the scope of this guide are encouraged to learn how to resolve mod conflicts using this tool.

Installation

  1. Download the utility from Nexus
  2. Extract the contents to the new folder created above:
    On my system this is: D:\Modding\Programs\SSEEdit\.
Wrye Bash[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus

Description
Wrye Bash is a mod manager with a few special features. For this guide we'll be using WB for its Bashed Patch feature, which allows users to combine (bash) a few simple mods together, maintain game tweaks, and merge leveled lists.

Installation

  1. Download the main file from Nexus
  2. Run the executable.
  3. Uncheck the boxes for [Install for Skyrim].
  4. Ensure the path for the Skyrim SE installation is correct.
  5. Click [Next] and [Install].
  6. Do not run WB yet. Simply close the installer.

Utility Setup - Mod Organizer[edit | edit source]

Since Mod Organizer works with a virtual file system (VFS), the utilities much be set up to be ran through MO; else the utilities will not be able to see mod files. I will show users the basics of how to do this below. Furthermore, MO may have automatically detected some installed utilities such as LOOT. Please ensure these auto-detected utilities are set up correctly.

  1. Click the gears icon.
  2. In the Binary box, browse to the location of your installed utility, select the utility's executable, and choose [Open].
    For this example, I will use SSEEdit and mine is located here: D:\Modding\Programs\SSEEdit\SSEEdit.exe
  3. In the Title box name the utility.
    I chose SSEEdit.
  4. In the Arguments box, add in arguments you may wish to pass to the utility at run.
    I have added the -IKnowWhatImDoing argument for SSEEdit which turns off the warning prompt.
  5. Check the Use Application's Icon for shortcuts box and click [Add].
  6. Repeat steps 2 through 5 to add the necessary utilities to MO. Users should add at least the following:
    • Creation Kit
    • DynDOLOD
      Add argument: -sse
    • DynDOLOD TexGen
      Add argument: -sse
    • LOOT
    • SSEEdit
    • Wrye Bash

DLC Maintenance[edit | edit source]

Mod Organizer allows us to easily manage the DLC. By placing the cleaned DLCs into their own mod installations within MO, we can maintain cleaned DLC files during a Creation Club update without the need to re-clean them. The process is the same for all files, therefore, I will lay out instructions for one file and users and rinse and repeat for the rest.

Cleaning with SSEEdit[edit | edit source]

  1. Select SSEEdit from the executable drop-down in MO and click the [Run] button.
  2. Only select Update.esm and click [Ok].
  3. Once loaded, right-click on the last plugin in the left pane and choose [Apply Filter for Cleaning].
  4. Once applied, right-click on Update.esm and select {{ui|Remove "Identical to Master" records.
  5. Once finished, right-click on Update.esm again and select [Undelete and Disable References].
  6. Close SSEEdit.
  7. At the prompt, ensure Update.esm is checked and select [OK].

Adding the cleaned file[edit | edit source]

  1. MO should now be the main window after closing SSEEdit above.
  2. Right-click on the Overwrite folder and select [Create mod...].
  3. Name it Update.esm - Cleaned.
  4. Click and drag the new mod listing to the top of the list.
  5. Activate the mod by checking the box next to the listing.
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NOTE:
Users should now repeat the process above for the three DLC files. Also, note that Dawnguard must be cleaned twice; therefore, before adding it to MO, clean it a second time.
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Users will notice the DLC: XXXX entries have disappeared. At this time, users should verify the integrity of their local files using Steam, which will reacquire the uncleaned files. After this process is complete, right-click in the left pane of MO and select [Refresh]. The mod order in the left pane up to this time should be:
  • Update.esm - Cleaned
  • DLC: Dawnguard
  • Dawnguard.esm - Cleaned
  • DLC: HearthFires
  • HearthFires.esm - Cleaned
  • DLC: Dragonborn
  • Dragonborn.esm - Cleaned

Converting Old Plugins[edit | edit source]

Throughout the guide, there are a few naughty plugins which are still using the old Form format for classic Skyrim. These plugins must be properly converted in the CK for Skyrim SE. Even though some of these mods are SE mods, this can sometimes result from creating plugins in xEdit and never running them through the CK. We will handle these issues now so that our patching, at the end of the guide, comes out clean.

Mods are tagged throughout the guide which require conversion. The instructions for converting these plugins are found below. Users can refer back to them as needed when running across the tag, or return here before starting the patching. There will be a warning to remind users to complete this step. The tag looks like so:

The following plugins must be converted:

  • Chesko_LoreBasedLoadingScreens.esp
  • IcePenguinWorldMap.esp
  • SkyrimImprovedPuddles-DG-HF-DB.esp


Resaving a plugin in the CK
Converting plugins is the simple part of the process. The basis of how this is down is below. I will provide more specifics for plugins where necessary.
  1. Ensure the Overwrite folder is empty.
  2. Run the CK from the executable drop-down menu.
  3. Select the File menu and choose [Data...].
  4. Find the plugin to be converted, and select [Set as Active File].
  5. Note the Parent Masters listed and ensure they are checked (double-click the plugin listing to check it).
  6. Click [OK] and allow the CK to load.
  7. Once complete, save the plug (icon on toolbar or File > Save).
  8. Close the CK and allow it to sit for a moment.
    More often than not, the CK will hang when closing. Click the close button a few times and Windows will allow you to force close it.
  9. The newly saved plugin will be located in the Overwrite folder in MO. Double-click the Overwrite folder to open it.
  10. Drag and drop the new plugin into the mod listing which it belongs to and close the Overwrite window.


Verifying the plugin with xEdit
The more terrifying part of converting plugins for most users will be giving it a checkup using SSEEdit (xEdit). This process is only daunting for users who are newbies to xEdit, itself. Once users learn xEdit a bit they start to realize it's a fairly easy to use program, which just so happens to grant the user a lot of power.
  1. Run SSEEdit from the executable drop-down menu.
  2. Right-click in the plugin pane and choose [Select None].
  3. Double-click on the new plug saved from the steps above and allow xEdit to load until the log says, "Background Loader: finished".
  4. Right-click on the last plugin in the left pane (it should be the new plugin), and select [Check for Errors].
    The check should come back clean reading, "All done!". If there are errors, the user will have to take steps to correct them before continuing to the next step.
  5. Right-click on the plugin again and choose, [Sort Masters].
  6. The last step is to clean the plugin as we did for the DLCs above.
  7. Close xEdit and be sure the plugin is checked in the saving prompt.


Lore Based Loading Screen

This is a simple resave in the CK. No need to check in xEdit.

A Quality World Map

This is a simple resave in the CK. No need to check in xEdit.

Skyrim Improved Puddles

This is a simple resave in the CK. No need to check in xEdit.


Mod Categories[edit | edit source]

Below are the mod categories for downloading and installing individual mods. Users should be familiar with the installation process. I will not be explaining everything in detail so reference the Mod Organizer Guide as needed. Mods should also be installed and placed under the newly created markers, in the order which they are listed below. I will go into detail on how to install specific mods which are out of the normal realm for installation with MO.

Resources[edit | edit source]

These resources are mods which provide extended functionality to the game. At this time, users should create the category marker for this section, drag it to the top of the mod list, and install the following mods. All mods in this section should be placed under the Resources marker, in the order they are listed.

SKSE64[edit | edit source]

Download: Silverlock

Description
SKSE is a framework that extends the scripting functionality of the game. It is required by many mods, which allows those mods to perform functions not normally accessible from vanilla scripting.

Install Extracted Files

  1. Download the most current archive for Skyrim SE.
  2. Open the downloaded archive and extract the following files to the Skyrim Special Edition folder (..\Steam\steamapps\common\Skyrim Special Edition\):
    • skse64_1_5_23.dll
    • skse64_loader.exe
    • skse64_steam_loader.dll


Install in MO

  1. Click the Archive Archive MO.png button.
  2. Browse to and select the downloaded archive.
  3. In the manual installation prompt, right-click data and select [Set data directory]. It should say it Looks good, and not say No game data at top level.
  4. Click [OK].


Creating the SKSE.ini
Currently for this guide, a SKSE.ini file will not be created as it is not needed. Instructions will be provided if this ever changes.

Now restart MO2; if SKSE is installed correctly, MO2 will detect and show it in the executables drop down menu. Use the SKSE executable when launching Skyrim SE from MO2.

Resources install Order[edit | edit source]

After this category is complete, the mod order in the left pane up to this time should be:

  • Update.esm - Cleaned
  • DLC: Dawnguard
  • Dawnguard.esm - Cleaned
  • DLC: HearthFires
  • HearthFires.esm - Cleaned
  • DLC: Dragonborn
  • Dragonborn.esm - Cleaned
  • SKSE64
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NOTE:
At this time users may wish to create a new profile in MO2 before continuing. I personally renamed the Default profile to Vanilla. Then copied the Vanilla profile to create a new Skyrim SE = LOTD profile from which to continue from.



Base Game Fixes[edit | edit source]

Unofficial Skyrim Special Edition Patch[edit | edit source]

Download: Unofficial Skyrim Special Edition Patch

Description
A comprehensive bugfixing mod for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim - Special Edition.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
1st Person Candlelight Fix[edit | edit source]

Download: 1st Person Candlelight Fix

Description
Have you ever been annoyed that the candlelight spell is much brighter in 3rd person view than 1st person view? This mod aims to reduce that difference and make them more equal.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Dragon Stalking Fix[edit | edit source]

Download: Dragon Stalking Fix

Description
This mod fixes the bug where dead dragon corpses follow you around or fall out of the sky, affectionately known as "dragon stalking".

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.

Post Installation

  1. After installation, Hide the following file(s) and/or folder(s):
    • Dragon Stalking Fix.esp (dummy esp)
Flora Respawn Fix[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus

Description
Fixes a bug, which causes harvestable flora to not respawn.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
HearthFires Display Case Fix SE[edit | edit source]

Download: HearthFires Display Case Fix SE

Description
Adds activators to all display cases in the HearthFires homes.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file and install the mod.
Hearthfires multiple adoptions - Now with custom home support for kids and spouse[edit | edit source]

Download: Hearthfires Multiple Adoptions and Custom Home Support SE

Description
This mod allows the adoption of up to 6 children. They are fully integrated in the Hearthfire adoption system and should be able to use the default voices. It should also be fully compatible with mods that add other orphans, such as the very cute Khajiit child Ma'isha.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file and install the mod.
Horns Are Forever (Persistent Argonian Horns)[edit | edit source]

Download: Horns Are Forever (Persistent Argonian Horns)

Description
Horns on Argonians will always show, except on headgear that covers the entire head.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.

Post Installation

  1. After installation, Hide the following file(s) and/or folder(s):
    • HornsAreForever.esp (dummy esp).
Simple Auto Unequip Ammo[edit | edit source]

Download: Simple Auto Unequip Ammo 3.0

Description
This mod Unequips your current ammo when unequipping a ranged weapon, It will also Re-equip the proper ammo (the last one you used) when you re-equip a ranged weapon.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Simple Barter Fix SE[edit | edit source]

Download: Simple Barter Fix SE

Description
Simple mod that fixes the player isn't receiving any gold after selling items to merchants who have gold above ~32k

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Skyrim Project Optimization SE = esm Edition[edit | edit source]

Download: Skyrim SE - Project Optimization - ESM VERSION

Description
This is a mod aimed at improving performance in almost all interiors of Skyrim while staying as a clean mod by using Occlusion Culling.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Sound Hammering Sounds[edit | edit source]

Download: Sound Hammering Sounds

Description
NPCs performing house repairs or maintenance on the mast of a ship will no longer make the sound of hammering on metal. Instead it will make an appropriate wooden sound.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Unlimited Bookshelves[edit | edit source]

Download: Unlimited Bookshelves

Description
Lets you place as many books on a bookshelf as will fit, instead of a fixed number, as well as any other kind of item.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
WoodElf - MaleHair - Fix[edit | edit source]

Download: WoodElf - MaleHair - Fix

Description
This fixes the hair clipping issues with some hairstyle selections on the racemenu and also fixes the the head morph a little to make it abit even.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.

Dialogue and Follower Control[edit | edit source]

Better Dialogue Controls[edit | edit source]

Download: Better Dialogue Controls v1_2

Description
Ever pick the wrong item in a dialogue with a NPC? This mod aims to fix some annoyances with the way keyboard and mouse selection works in the dialogue interface.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Extensible Follower Framework[edit | edit source]

Download: Extensible Follower Framework v4-0-3

Description
EFF is a mod that extends the follower system to allow for flexibility and functionality by adding many new features to followers and allowing user made plugins to be extended.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
Go On Ahead[edit | edit source]

Download: Go On Ahead

Description
Sometimes followers get under your feet, but you don't just want to leave them waiting in the middle of nowhere or send them back home. Go On Ahead lets you send your follower(s) to the cities and major towns of Skyrim where they can wait for you in the local tavern and relax until you pick them up.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
Simple Face to Face Conversation[edit | edit source]

Download: Simple Face to Face Conversation

Description
An SKSE64 plugin that automatically switch to first person view and smoothly zoom up with cool lock-on feature when talking.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file and install the mod.

General User Interface[edit | edit source]

Better MessageBox Controls[edit | edit source]

Download: Better MessageBox Controls v1_2

Description
This mod lets you navigate the message boxes with the keyboard. Use Left/Right controls, and Activate to select options (typically A,D and E but it should work if you remapped those controls to other keys). Fixes the clickable area of buttons so they are easier to click.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Better Skill and Quest Books Names SE[edit | edit source]

Download: Better Skill and Quest Books Names SE v 1-0

Description
No more opening every book or checking its value to see if it increases a skill or gives you a quest. This mod renames skill books and quest books so that you can identify them quickly by just hovering with your crosshair. It also renames some journals, notes, and letters with the same purpose.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Even Better Quest Objectives = Main File[edit | edit source]

Download: Even Better Quest Objectives - 1.5.8a

Description
This mod enhances the quest descriptions in the vanilla game so that you have a clear sense of where you are supposed to go and what you are supposed to do besides looking at the quest markers.

Installation

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Even Better Quest Objectives
Welcome
Welcome
Core
Core

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Add-ons
Add-ons

CheckmarkMO.png Dark Brotherhood Forever to Miscellaneous Quests

Compatible Mods
Compatible Mods

CheckmarkMO.png Alternate Start - Live Another Life

CheckmarkMO.png Cutting Room Floor

CheckmarkMO.png The Paarthurnax Dilemma by Arthmoor

Install
Font Overhaul - Natural Typefaces for Skyrim -- FONTS[edit | edit source]

Download: Font Overhaul

Description
Interface font overhaul, with more realistic print.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Lore-Based Loading Screens[edit | edit source]
Converted

Download: Lore-Based Loading Screens 1.2

Description
Adds 160+ new loading screens steeped in Tamrielic lore. Become deeper immersed in the Elder Scrolls mythos with tons of quotes from in-game books (from Skyrim and past Elder Scrolls titles), history, mythology, and little-known facts about the world of Tamriel.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Main Menu Spinning Skyrim Emblem = Average Speed[edit | edit source]

Download: Main Menu Spinning Skyrim Emblem Average Speed v2-00

Description
This simply makes the Skyrim emblem on the main menu spin 360 degrees every 8 seconds to help you appreciate the nifty emblem's curves and reflections.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
No More Creation Club News[edit | edit source]

Download: No More Creation Club News

Description
Removes the "CREATION CLUB NEWS" box from the Main Menu

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file and install the mod.
No Poison Prompt Message SE[edit | edit source]

Download: No Poison Prompt Message SE

Description
Removes the poison prompt message dialogues when applying poison to a weapon.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file and install the mod.
Skyrim SE Skill Interface Re-Texture[edit | edit source]

Download: SSIRT SE v4.1

Description
This mod is a collection of new textures that you can pick and choose to replace the vanilla skill interface textures.

Installation

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Introduction
Introduction
Introduction

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Next
Background
Background
Background
Background

DotMO.png Background - Irradiant Stars - HDR Nebula

Next
Perk Lines
Perk Lines
Perk Lines
Perk Lines

DotMO.png Perk Lines - Option 3

Next
Perk Line Colours
Perk Line Colours
Perk Line Colours
Perk Line Colours

DotMO.png Perk Line Colour - Yellow

Next
Constellations
Constellations
Constellations
Constellations

DotMO.png Constellations - Option 2

Next
Perk Stars
Perk Stars
Perk Stars
Perk Stars

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Next
Dawnguard Moons and Stars
Dawnguard Moons and Stars
Dawnguard Moons and Stars
Dawnguard Moons and Stars

DotMO.png HD Masser and Secunda and More Stars

Next
Vampire Background
Vampire Background
Vampire Nebula Background
Vampire Nebula Background

DotMO.png HDR Nebula

Next
Thanks
Thanks
Thanks
Thanks

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Install
SkyUI[edit | edit source]

Download: SkyUI_5_2_SE

Description
Elegant, PC-friendly interface mod with many advanced features.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Small Cursors = Steel[edit | edit source]

Download: Small Cursors - Sanguine

Description
Just a few different in game mouse pointers to choose from, Steel Arrow, Sanguine or Pearl, smaller than the original.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.

Heads Up Display[edit | edit source]

A Matter of Time - A HUD clock widget[edit | edit source]

Download: AMatterOfTime_v3_0_0_alpha_4

Description
This mod adds a clock to the HUD showing the current time of day and more.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Immersive HUD - iHUD Special Edition[edit | edit source]

Download: Immersive HUD - iHUD Special Edition

Description
The aim of iHUD is to provide the immersive feel you get from having no HUD, whilst keeping the usefulness of having one. It takes the permanantly visible HUD elements such as compass and crosshair, and hides them when not needed.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
moreHUD SE[edit | edit source]

Download: moreHUD SE Alpha

Description
Adds more information to the HUD. Now you can target an object such as a weapon, piece of armor, or an ingredient and see information about the object

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Your Own Thoughts SE[edit | edit source]

Download: YOT - Your Own Thoughts SE All-In0One Installer 1.5

Description
YOT is a mod that changes the main game, DLCs and many other mods messages and notifications from second person into First person to make things more immersive.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.

The World Map[edit | edit source]

A Quality World Map = Vivid with Stone Roads[edit | edit source]
Converted

Download: 9.0.1 A Quality World Map - Vivid with Stone Roads

Description
This mod provides a new set of highly-detailed world map textures, complete with roads! This mod also adds a detailed Solsteim map.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.

Manual Creation Kit Editing Required:

  • Problem: esp is in form 43.
  • Solution: Load and save the plugin in the Creation Kit to convert to form 44.

Loot Metadata Update Required:

  • IcePenguinWorldMap.esp - Load After Vivid Weathers - Merged.esp
Better Falskaar Map With Roads[edit | edit source]

Download: Better Falskaar Map With Roads

Description
Improve the world map for Falskaar, adds main roads to the maps.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
Dynamic snow For Map = Type 2[edit | edit source]

Download: Type 2

Description
This mod improves the look of the dynamic snow on the world map.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
Map Markers Complete with DLC and OCS[edit | edit source]

Download: Map Markers Complete

Description
Features Over 700 new map markers to discover, 470 Skyrim + 130 Dawnguard + 80 Dragonborn + 26 Blackreach!

A simple port to the oldrim mods. - All credit to Kronixx & kryptopyr Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Stones of Barenziah Quest Markers[edit | edit source]

Download: BarenziahQuestMarkers SSE v1-3-1

Description
This mod adds quest markers to all 24 of the Stones of Barenziah (Unusual Gems) that you need to find/collect for the "No Stone Unturned" quest.
The markers are only added after you take an "Unusual Gem" to Vex, and she gives you the objective to find all 24 of them.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Undiscovered Means Unknown - Compass and Map Markers[edit | edit source]

Download: Undiscovered Means Unknown - Compass and Map Markers

Description
Undiscovered map markers (excluding those of cities) are indistinct or invisible.

Installation

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Undiscovered Means Unknown - Compass and Map Markers
Step 1
Step 1
Which Do you Wnat to install
Which Do you Wnat to install

DotMO.png Only the Compass

Do you have SKYUI installed
Do you have SKYUI installed

DotMO.png Yes

Do you have SKYHUD installed
Do you have SKYHUD installed

DotMO.png No

Next
Step 2
Step 2
Do you wish to use coloured Map Markers
Do you wish to use coloured Map Markers

DotMO.png Default - Skyrim SE

Next
Step 3
Step 3
What Icon do you wish to use for undiscovered locations
What Icon do you wish to use for undiscovered locations

DotMO.png An empty Rhombus

Do you wish enemies to be visible in the compass
Do you wish enemies to be visible in the compass

DotMO.png Yes

Do you wish for the Player's location to be visible in the compass
Do you wish for the Player's location to be visible in the compass

DotMO.png Yes

Next
Step 4
Step 4
Install
Install

DotMO.png Install

Install

Legacy of the Dragonborn[edit | edit source]

Legacy of the Dragonborn SSE[edit | edit source]

Download: Legacy of the Dragonborn SSE

Description
Legacy of the Dragonborn is a DLC sized expansion which centres around your own personal museum in Solitude. Offering dozens of new fully voice acted quests, hundreds of new items, a completely new guild and MUCH more.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Legacy of the Dragonborn SSE = Patches[edit | edit source]

Download: Legacy of the Dragonborn Patches FOMOD

Description
This mod adds patch that allows Legacy of the Dragonborn to work with other mods in this guide.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file.
  2. Choose the FOMOD options listed below, than click Install.
  3. Install the mod.

Modified Vanilla Quests & Adventures[edit | edit source]

Cutting Room Floor = Main File[edit | edit source]

Download: Cutting Room Floor

Description
A mod to restore several pieces of cut content in Skyrim Special Edition.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Gildergreen Regrown[edit | edit source]

Download: Gildergreen Regrown

Description
A mod to make the Gildergreen in Whiterun grow from the sapling back into a full tree over time. Takes approximately 6 months in-game time to grow from a sapling into a full adult.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Helgen Reborn = Loose Files[edit | edit source]

Download: Helgen Reborn SSE Version 106 With loose files

Description
Helgen Reborn is a fully voiced adventure with over 20 superb voice actors. As you help rebuild the town you'll reunite two old friends, uncover an underground slavery ring, battle in an arena and many other adventures!

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
Not So Fast - Mage Guild[edit | edit source]

Download: NotSoFast-MageGuildV14

Description
Introduces two pauses in the rather short mage guild quest line at the College of Winterhold and allows for customizing the start of the three apprentices' quests. The actual time delays can be configured with the SkyUI MCM (or the console).

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Not So Fast - Main Quest[edit | edit source]

Download: NotSoFast-MainQuestV16

Description
Introduces pauses in the otherwise hectic pace of the main quest and alters a few other plot points along the way. The actual time delays and whether the Season Unending negotiations are skipped can be configured.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Tactical Valtheim SSE[edit | edit source]

Download: Tactical Valtheim SSE

Description
Tactical Valtheim is a redesign of Valtheim Towers into Valtheim Keep. I've built on and around the original Valtheim, trying to make it into an actual fortress while maintaining something like the original atmosphere and style.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
The Brotherhood of Old - Open Beta[edit | edit source]

Download: The Brotherhood of Old - Open Beta 0.9.2

Description
The Brotherhood of Old is a quest mod for Skyrim, taking place after the final quest in the original Dark Brotherhood questline. This 24 quest epic will take you all across the land of Skyrim, as you try and rebuild the Brotherhood and strengthen it against future attacks.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
The Choice is Yours[edit | edit source]

Download: The Choice is Yours

Description
Stop quests from starting automatically. Pursue the quests you want, ignore the ones you don't. Make your choices matter.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
The Paarthurnax Dilemma[edit | edit source]

Download: The Paarthurnax Dilemma

Description
Small expansion on the quest the Blades give you concerning Paarthurnax.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.

New Beginnings[edit | edit source]

Alternate Start - Live Another Life[edit | edit source]

Download: Alternate Start - Live Another Life

Description
Live Another Life provides an alternative means to start the game for those who do not wish to go through the lengthy intro sequence at Helgen.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Relic Hunter (Legacy and ASLAL addon)[edit | edit source]

Download: Relic Hunter SSE 1.2

Description
Begin your Legacy experience with a new Alternate Start Live Another Life option as Guild Master for the Explorer's Society!

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.

New Lands & Quests[edit | edit source]

Beyond Reach[edit | edit source]

Download: BeyondReach3_999

Description
Beyond Reach is a DLC sized mod that takes place in the east of High Rock, commonly known as The Reach. You will experience a story of intrigue, conspiracies sowed by both men and gods, and the struggles of those in the most squalid situations.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Beyond Skyrim - Bruma SE[edit | edit source]

Download: Beyond Skyrim - Bruma SE 1.3.3

Description
Travel beyond the borders of Skyrim and explore Bruma, the northernmost county in Cyrodiil. Delve into Ayleid ruins, meddle in local affairs or explore the wilds - the journey begins now.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Beyond Skyrim - Bruma SE = Main File Update = DLC Integration Patch[edit | edit source]

Download: Beyond Skyrim DLC Integration Patch

Description
Travel beyond the borders of Skyrim and explore Bruma, the northernmost county in Cyrodiil. Delve into Ayleid ruins, meddle in local affairs or explore the wilds - the journey begins now.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Beyond Skyrim - Bruma SE = Patch = Flora Respawn Fix SE[edit | edit source]

Download: BSHeartlandFRF

Description
This mod gets rid of flora respawn bug on Beyond Skyrim.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
Beyond Skyrim - Bruma SE = Patch = Moonpath to Elsweyr Synergy Patch[edit | edit source]

Download: Beyond Skyrim - Bruma Moonpath to Elsweyr Synergy Patch v1.3

Description
Moves Moonpath to Elsweyr's Khajiit caravan from Falkreath to Greenwood, the southernmost point of County Bruma, in order to enhance the player's sense of travelling across Tamriel.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
Falskaar[edit | edit source]

Download: Falskaar V2_2

Description
A DLC sized new lands mod that adds 20+ hours of fully voiced lore friendly (But not canon) quests, dungeons, and more.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Moon and Star[edit | edit source]

Download: Moon and Star

Description
A mysterious and powerful criminal has been spotted in Skyrim, his trail dogged by hunters from Morrowind. However, there may be more at stake than it seems, and this criminal may be familiar...

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Moon and Star = Immersion Patch[edit | edit source]

Download: Immersion Patch

Description
Don't like being called the dragoborn when you're not? This adds "The Way of the Voice" as a prerequisite for the main path of the quest.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Moonpath to Elsweyr SSE[edit | edit source]

Download: Moonpath to Elsweyr SSE

Description
Travel the hidden path from Skyrim to Elsweyr!

Moonpath to Elsweyr invites you to explore burning deserts, Emerald jungles and cerulean skies! Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
Moonpath to Elsweyr SSE = Optional File = JR's Immersive Start Patch[edit | edit source]

Download: JR's Immersive Start Patch

Description
An optional addon. Disables the mod until "The Way of the Voice" has been completed.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
Ravengate - Riften Underground[edit | edit source]

Download: Ravengate v006BETA

Description
Participate in illegal prizefights in an arena underneath Riften. Defeat 10 unique opponents on your way to the top. A story driven arena mod with 14 voice acted characters.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
The Forgotten City[edit | edit source]

Download: The Forgotten City

Description
The Forgotten City is the first mod in history to win a national Writers' Guild award for its script. It is a critically acclaimed expansion mod offering a unique 6 - 8 hour experience: a murder mystery investigation set in an ancient underground city. You'll need to solve it using your wits, and the ability to travel through time...

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
The Gray Cowl of Nocturnal SE[edit | edit source]

Download: The Gray Cowl of Nocturnal

Description
Will you be worthy for the Gray Cowl of Nocturnal? We'll see!

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
The Gray Cowl of Nocturnal SE - HD pack[edit | edit source]

Download: The Grey Cowl of Nocturnal SE - HD Texture pack

Description
This mod aims to improve overall visual quality of the Gray Cowl of Nocturnal mod by replacing textures by new ones in 2k resolution and BC7 compression.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
The Gray Cowl of Nocturnal SE - Alikr Flora Overhaul[edit | edit source]

Download: Gray Cowl of Nocturnal - Alikr Flora Overhaul

Description
Additional Desert Flora for MannyGT's Gray Cowl of Nocturnal

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
The Gray Cowl of Nocturnal SE - Alikr Flora Overhaul = Billboards[edit | edit source]

Download: Gray Fox Flora Overhaul Tree Billboard LODGEN Kit

Description
For best possible quality, this tree LOD billboard pack is intended to be used to generate tree LOD with SSELODGEN or DYNDOLOD.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
The Notice Board[edit | edit source]

Download: The Notice Board

Description
This mod adds new and alternative radiant (and side) quests. It was inspired from other good games like The Witcher which make use of notice boards in their gameplay.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Undeath Remastered[edit | edit source]

Download: Skyrim - Undeath SSE 1.7

Description
When a powerful necromancer and his followers seek out the forbidden secrets of immortality that could threaten Skyrim, will you defeat him to stop his evil quest, or continue it yourself?

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.

Manual TES5Edit Cleaning Required:

  1. Make sure Undeath.esp has been cleaned as per Mod Authors instructions found HERE
Undeath Immersive Lichdom SSE[edit | edit source]

Download: Undeath Immersive Lichdom SSE

Description
Major Overhaul of Antioch08's Undeath Mod, featuring new spells, strengths, weaknesses and more.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.

Manual TES5Edit Cleaning Required:

  1. Make sure Undeath Immersive Lichdom.esp has been cleaned as per Mod Authors instructions found HERE
Undeath Remastered - Classical Lichdom[edit | edit source]

Download: Undeath Remastered - Classical Lichdom

Description
A total overhaul of Undeath: the way Undeath is meant to be played.

Unlock 18 new perks and over 30 new spells. Becoming a lich now grants total immortality - you regenerate at the phylactery after dying. Resistances and weaknesses have also been changed to tune the lichdom experience. Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.

Manual TES5Edit Cleaning Required:

  1. Make sure UndeathClassicalLichdom SSE.esp has been cleaned as per Mod Authors instructions found HERE
Undeath Remastered - Classical Lichdom = Patch = Ordinator[edit | edit source]

Download: Undeath Classical Lichdom Patch For Ordinator

Description
Patch for Ordinator.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.

Manual TES5Edit Cleaning Required:

  1. Make sure UndeathClassicalLichdom Ordinator Patch.esp has been cleaned as per Mod Authors instructions found HERE
VIGILANT SE[edit | edit source]

Download: VIGILANT SE v122

Description
Vigilant of Stendarr Quest

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.

After installation, Hide the following file(s) and/or folder(s):

  • Vigilant.esp
VIGILANT SE = Voiced - English Addon[edit | edit source]

Download: VIGILANT Voiced - English Addon

Description
The mod before you is an English voice acting addon for Vigilant, brought to you by 23 incredibly talented voice actors and the author of the latest English translation.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.

New Treasures & Artifacts[edit | edit source]

Artifacts of Skyrim[edit | edit source]

Download: Artifacts of Skyrim

Description
Adds 15 brand new artifacts hidden across Skyrim.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file and install the mod.
Fossil Mining - with Legacy support[edit | edit source]

Download: Fossil Mining V2 SSE

Description
Adds fossils that you can find while mining to make mining more profitable and interesting, brought to you with the help of the creator of Legacy of the Dragonborn with built-in Legacy support!

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file and install the mod.
Legacy of the Dragonborn BadGremlins Collection = Captured Fairies[edit | edit source]

Download: BadGremlins LotD Fairies

Description

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file and install the mod.

After installation, Hide the following file(s) and/or folder(s):

  • BGtheCapturedFairies.esp
Legacy of the Dragonborn BadGremlins Collection = Something Fishy[edit | edit source]

Download: Fishys

Description

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file and install the mod.

After installation, Hide the following file(s) and/or folder(s):

  • BGsomethingFishy.esp
Legacy of the Dragonborn BadGremlins Collection = Great JarHunt[edit | edit source]

Download: Jars

Description

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file and install the mod.

After installation, Hide the following file(s) and/or folder(s):

  • BadGremlinsJarHunt.esp
Legacy of the Dragonborn BadGremlins Collection = Trophy Heads[edit | edit source]

Download: Trophy Heads

Description

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file and install the mod.

After installation, Hide the following file(s) and/or folder(s):

  • BGtrophyHeads.esp
Legacy of the Dragonborn SSE = Optional File = BadGremlin Collection ESP Replacer[edit | edit source]

Download: BadGremlin Collection ESP Replacers

Description
Replacer ESPs to allow BadGremlin's Mods to work seamlessly with Legacy of the Dragonborn v3.4.1+.

Special Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, Install the mod.
  2. uncheck the Individual ESPs - DO NOT LOAD WITH MERGE option.
  3. Click OK
Skyrims Unique Treasures[edit | edit source]

Download: Skyrim Unique Treasures V3 (SSE Edition)

Description
This mod aims to add hundreds of unique items, weapons, and treasure to the province of Skyrim for players to find. These uniques can be kept in a players inventory, sold to a merchant for gold, or put on display in a players home as a trophy.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file and install the mod.

Foundational Graphics[edit | edit source]

The following mods lay the foundation from which the rest of the graphics will be built upon. Users should now create a new marker for this section.

Better Dynamic Ash SE[edit | edit source]

Download: Better Dynamic Ash SE

Description
Applies the Better Dynamic Snow shader to ash objects in Solstheim.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
Better Dynamic Snow SE[edit | edit source]

Download: Better Dynamic Snow SE v2.7.0

Description
Better Dynamic Snow replaces the default snow shader with a dynamic shader. The dynamic shader uses the installed snow texture for the shader instead of ugly vertex colors like the vanilla one.

Installation

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Better Dynamic Snow
Better Dynamic Snow Options
Better Dynamic Snow Options
Meshes
Meshes

CheckmarkMO.png SMIM

Patches
Patches

CheckmarkMO.png No Snow Under the Roof

Install

Loot Metadata Update Required:

  • Better Dynamic Snow.esp - Load After Prometheus_No_snow_Under_the_roof.esp
Ruins Clutter Improved[edit | edit source]

Download: Ruins_Clutter_Improved_SE_NMM_v3-0

Description
This mod does improve textures and meshes and also corrects UV errors of many clutter objects, which can mostly be found in the dungeons of Skyrim.

Installation

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Ruins Clutter Improved
Options
Options
Options
Options

CheckmarkMO.png Install Everything

Install
Stalhrim 4K[edit | edit source]

Download: Stalhrim (4K)

Description
This mod Retextures the stalhrim ore from the Dragonborn DLC.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
Static Mesh Improvement Mod - SMIM[edit | edit source]

Download: SMIM SE 2-07

Description
Static Mesh Improvement Mod mod makes massive improvements to 3D models; making them
less blocky and more natural looking. The main focus for SMIM are smaller objects
(food, chains, ropes, clutter, etc), however, the mod does cover larger architectural
as well (buildings, pillars, rocks, etc).

Installation

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Static Mesh Improvement Mod
Main Installer Choice
Main Installer Choice
Skyrim Game Version and Install Choices
Skyrim Game Version and Install Choices

DotMO.png Skyrim 2016 Special Edition: Everything

Install
Embers HD[edit | edit source]

Download: Embers HD 1.395

Description
This is a small mod that makes embers found in various fire sources around the game world more aesthetically pleasing.
General Note
This mod will be installed again for its patches.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file.
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Embers HD
Embers HD
Embers HD
Select One
Select One

DotMO.png Embers HD 2k

Next
Embers HD Fireplaces Add-On Companent
Embers HD Fireplaces Add-On Companent
Select One
Select One

DotMO.png Fireplaces Add-On + Custom Fire Effects

Next
Embers HD Add-On Companents
Embers HD Add-On Companents
Select Add-Ons
Select Add-Ons

CheckmarkMO.png Forges Add-On

CheckmarkMO.png Lava Crater Add-On

Next
Embers HD Compatibility Patches
Embers HD Compatibility Patches
Select Patches
Select Patches

DotMO.png None

Install
Skyrim Realistic Overhaul[edit | edit source]

Download: Mod DB

Description
Skyrim Realistic Overhaul overhauls a ton of the textures in the game while keeping the vanilla style.
General Note
SRO has some very large textures including a lot of 4K and 2K. Users with limited VRAM and GPU power may wish to consider constraining the sizes using DDSopt. I will not be doing so for this guide.

Installation

  1. Download the following files from Mod DB:
    • Skyrim Realistic Overhaul Part 1
    • Skyrim Realistic Overhaul Part 2
    • Skyrim Realistic Overhaul Part 3
    • Skyrim Realistic Overhaul Part 4
  2. Extract all 4 archives into a single directory and overwrite anything when asked.
    I have named my directory Skyrim Realistic Overhaul SSE.
    Fair warning...there is nearly 10GBs (extracted) of textures for this mod.
  3. Ensure the textures folder is the only sub-directory and archive the mod.
  4. Install with MO2
Nordic Snow (aka HQ Snow Texture)[edit | edit source]

Download: NordicSnow 3.4.1

Description
This mod improves the texture of Snow.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
Ultimate HD Fire Effects = Ultra Version (Skyrim LE)[edit | edit source]

Download: Ultimate HD Fire Effects -Ultra Version-

Description
This mod retextures the fire and fire effects (fire spells, campfires, braziers, torches, dragonfire, some smoke effects etc).

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.

Extended Cities, Towns & Villages[edit | edit source]

Books of Skyrim SE[edit | edit source]

Download: Books of Skyrim

Description
A thing which has been missing since Oblivion is a book store, so this mod adds a books store in Solitude.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Dragon Bridge[edit | edit source]

Download: Dragon Bridge

Description
Dragon Bridge always seemed like it needed something more, and it did. There was always poor Varnius Junius, who gets sent to Solitude representing the town and everything, but had nowhere to live. Plus his boss, Tasius Tragus, who was never placed into the game, but would also have just lived in the inn. The inn is not a home! Varnius and Tasius now have their own homes on the northeast side of the village, like everyone else in town. It's not much, but there just isn't enough space in the place for anything more. Tasius even has a nice terrace with a view to reflect his presumed status in town.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.

Loot Metadata Update Required:

  • Dragon Bridge.esp - Load After Immersive Citizens - AI Overhaul.esp
Expanded Towns and Cities (SSE)[edit | edit source]

Download: ETaC SSE v0.3

Description
A complete rebuild of the previous mod by the same name. Made in, and for, and specifically to cater to SSE friends. So far includes Darkwater Crossing, DawnStar and Riverwood.

Installation

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Expanded Towns and Cities SSE Version
Version
Version
ESM Version
ESM Version

DotMO.png ESM - With MCM

ESP Version
ESP Version

DotMO.png Complete

Next
Mesh and Texture Options
Mesh and Texture Options
Texture Replacment Mods
Texture Replacment Mods

CheckmarkMO.png None

Static Mesh Improvement Mod
Static Mesh Improvement Mod

CheckmarkMO.png Lanterns

CheckmarkMO.png Sign Chains

CheckmarkMO.png Smelters

Next
Pacthes
Pacthes
Claralux
Claralux

CheckmarkMO.png None

Enhanced Lights and FX
Enhanced Lights and FX

CheckmarkMO.png None

Hunter's Cabin of Riverwood
Hunter's Cabin of Riverwood

CheckmarkMO.png None

Lanterns of Skryim
Lanterns of Skryim

CheckmarkMO.png Lanterns of Skryim

Leaf Rest
Leaf Rest

CheckmarkMO.png None

RS Children Overhaul
RS Children Overhaul

CheckmarkMO.png RS Children Overhaul

Realistic Lighting Overhaul
Realistic Lighting Overhaul

CheckmarkMO.png None

Rigmor of Bruma
Rigmor of Bruma

CheckmarkMO.png None

Install

Loot Metadata Update Required:

  • ETaC - Riverwood.esp - Load After Immersive Citizens - AI Overhaul.esp
  • ETaC - Riverwood.esp - Load After 3DNPCs.esp
  • ETaC - Riverwood.esp - Load After Landscape Fixes For Grass Mods.esp
Expanded Towns and Cities (SSE) = Main File Update = Complete RS Children Hotfix Patch 0.3.1[edit | edit source]

Download: Complete RS Children Hotfix Patch 0.3.1

Description
Hotfix for RS Children patch for ETaC Complete. Ulla no longer runs around in her underwear or has a dark face.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file.
  2. When installing the mod rename it to "Expanded Towns and Cities SSE"
  3. Click Install.
  4. When prompted choose "Merge"
Helarchen Creek[edit | edit source]

Download: Helarchen Creek

Description
Tamriel has had many villages on maps for as far back as anyone can remember. What happened to them all? Nobody really knows. This mod is simply my take on bringing one back from Elder Scrolls: Arena. Helarchen Creek was a small village in the game somewhere in the mountains near Dawnstar. Originally it appears as though Bethesda planned to put this around the Nightgate Inn, but then changed the name on that and cut the content. Some further research using old Arena maps placed the village further north anyway, so here it is.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.

Loot Metadata Update Required:

  • Helarchen Creek.esp - Load After Immersive Citizens - AI Overhaul.esp
Helarchen Creek = Patch = No Snow Under the Roof[edit | edit source]

Download: Helarchen Creek - No Snow Under the Roof

Description
This mod allows the effects from No Snow on the Roof to show on the Helarchen Creek buildings

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Ivarstead[edit | edit source]

Download: Ivarstead

Description
Ivarstead always seemed like it should be more to me. There are a number of people living in the inn on a permanent basis. While the game indicates it is a village in decline due to fewer and fewer visitors coming through, it's very clear that those who are in the inn now are permanent residents to the village who have fairly strong ties they can't just cut. Since it would have been lame to throw down a bunch of empty or destroyed properties, it felt only right that 3 new houses should be built for those residents to occupy.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.

Loot Metadata Update Required:

  • Ivarstead.esp - Load After Immersive Citizens - AI Overhaul.esp
Karthwasten[edit | edit source]

Download: Karthwasten

Description
Karthwasten is supposed to be a bustling mining town with two actively worked mines, yet only has a couple of buildings and too many NPCs to match. Plus it's a known lore town that's been here for at least 200 years. So this place needed a bit of an expansion to flesh it out and make it seem more like the "Karthwasten Hall" of old, in as much as Skyrim will allow for that. No more pitifully small center of mining for The Reach!

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.

Loot Metadata Update Required:

  • Karthwasten.esp - Load After Immersive Citizens - AI Overhaul.esp
Keld-Nar[edit | edit source]

Download: Keld-Nar

Description
Keld-Nar is a village in Eastmarch, near the Dwemer ruin of Mzulft.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.

Loot Metadata Update Required:

  • Keld-Nar.esp - Load After Immersive Citizens - AI Overhaul.esp
Kynesgrove[edit | edit source]

Download: Kynesgrove

Description
It has always bothered me to some extent that Kynesgrove gets major attention during the main quest, even with its own guard contingent, yet is nothing more than one inn and a few people in a small camp. Given that it's supposed to be an actual village, it felt like these people needed to at least have proper homes even if they are poor. So this mod aims to correct this problem by providing houses for Ganna & Gemma Uriel, and Roggi Knot-Beard while also adding a new blacksmith to round things out for the village. Now, even though they all still work the mines, they have homes to return to at night.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.

Loot Metadata Update Required:

  • Kynesgrove.esp - Load After Immersive Citizens - AI Overhaul.esp
Provincial Courier Service[edit | edit source]

Download: Provincial Courier Service

Description
Skyrim's courier is an industrious young lad who can be seen all over the province, yet doesn't seem to have anywhere to live and/or work. He seems able to find you at will, but what if you wanted to find HIM? Even if it would be a meaningless encounter, one should still expect a living breathing NPC that takes part in the world to have some place to work at and call home. No longer will the poor courier simply be dragged from his mystery cell and dropped in front of you to make his deliveries. Thus is born the Provincial Courier Service. This mod is a simple immersion/realism mod that provides a small shack outside of Whiterun along the main road, next to Honningbrew Meadery.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Shor's Stone[edit | edit source]

Download: Shor's Stone

Description
Shor's Stone always seemed like a place that had more potential than what was in the game, and as it turns out, that's because it does. NPCs talk about Odfel's wrecked house and the need to build a new one, but the wreckage doesn't exist. Grelka has some scenes with the other NPCs that can never play because she never comes to the town, and may well have originally been planned for there. Plus the place always seemed a bit empty, in need of somewhere for the folks to gather at night other than just the fireplace in front of Sylgja's house. Now, all of these things have been taken care of. Shor's Stone is no longer a backwater half-village.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.

Loot Metadata Update Required:

  • Shor's Stone.esp - Load After Immersive Citizens - AI Overhaul.esp
Skyrim Sewers 4[edit | edit source]

Download: Skyrim Sewers 4.13 SSE

Description
Adds sewer systems to Solitude, Whiterun & Windhelm and a couple of forts

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
Soljund's Sinkhole[edit | edit source]

Download: Soljund's Sinkhole

Description
Soljund's Sinkhole is another one of those places where it just seemed odd that more was not done. A mining operation that by all accounts would be thriving were it not for a draugr problem. An area that 3 people are effectively living in, with only two actually being housed, and one of whom is a marriage prospect for the player! Such cramped conditions cannot stand, and so this small expansion has been done to relieve the crowding problem.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.

Loot Metadata Update Required:

  • Soljund's Sinkhole.esp - Load After Immersive Citizens - AI Overhaul.esp
Whistling Mine[edit | edit source]

Download: Whistling Mine

Description
It always seemed odd to me that an established mine with an active smelter had no place for the people there to live. Whistling Mine is cold, and inhospitable. Nobody in their right mind would actually sleep there! This mod solves that oddity by providing a small village for the 4 NPCs to live in and spend some time in. Cause who wants to spend their lives living in the mine they work in! It was also somewhat strange that Winterhold Hold had nothing but a single half ruined town in it.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.

Loot Metadata Update Required:

  • Whistling Mine.esp - Load After Immersive Citizens - AI Overhaul.esp
Windhelm Lighthouse[edit | edit source]

Download: Windhelm Lighthouse V1.3

Description
Adds a Lighthouse north of Windhelm.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.

Landscape & Environment[edit | edit source]

The following mods will focus on enhancing the landscape and architectural features of the game. Users should create a new marker for this section.

Ashbound -- Solstheim Enhanced[edit | edit source]

Download: Ashbound

Description
Solstheim's cities, buildings and clutter should be covered in ash. Now they are.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
Blended Roads[edit | edit source]

Download: Blended Roads

Description
Roadstones are blended to the ground mesh instead of assigning a texture to an extra mesh.

This eliminates a lot of road uvw issues.

Installation

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Blended Roads
Main Files
Main Files
Main Files
Main Files

DotMO.png REALly Blended Roads

SMIM Compatibility
SMIM Compatibility

DotMO.png REALly Blended Roads

Install
Deathbell HD - All-New Textures 2k[edit | edit source]

Download: Deathbell HD 2k

Description
100% brand-new HD textures / normal maps / glow maps for the Deathbell -- both flower and leaves -- created from scratch. NOT just an upscale/paint-over!

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Ethereal Clouds - Special Edition 2k[edit | edit source]

Download: ETHEREAL CLOUDS - Special Edition - 2K

Description
Ethereal Clouds is a Lore-friendly retexture of the clouds of Skyrim. My aim was to make cloud textures that are neutral in appearance, so they will blend with any lighting mods, and add more visual interest than the default clouds.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
ETHEREAL COSMOS - Special Edition[edit | edit source]

Download: ETHEREAL COSMOS - Special Edition

Description
Ethereal Cosmos brings all new textures to the Skyrim galaxy, stars, and constellations. It was created to enhance the beauty of Skyrim nights.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
Farmhouse Chimneys[edit | edit source]

Download: Farmhouse Chimneys v3.0.2

Description
Adds chimneys to farmhouses that have fireplaces.

Installation

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Farmhouse Chimneys
Main Install Files
Main Install Files
Meshes
Meshes

DotMO.png Thinner Meshes

Plugin
Plugin

DotMO.png Merged

Install
HD Dark Brotherhood Door = No Glowing Eyes Version[edit | edit source]

Download: No Glowing Eyes Version

Description
A little HD retexture of the Dark Brotherhood door.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
HD Road Signs 2k[edit | edit source]

Download: HD Road Signs 2K Version

Description
This is a small mod to replace the Road Signs with more detailed and Higher res Textures.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
HD Road Signs = Patch = Cutting Room Floor[edit | edit source]

Download: Cutting Room Floor Signs

Description
This is a patch to make HD Road Signs and Cutting Room Floor work together.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
HD Road Signs = Patch = Point the Way - Kynesgrove Sign[edit | edit source]

Download: Point the Way - Kynesgrove Sign

Description
This is a patch to make HD Road Signs and Point the Way - Kynesgrove Sign work together.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Hold Border Banners[edit | edit source]

Download: Hold Border Banners

Description
This mod adds banners along roadsides at the boundaries of two holds. The banner you see will show you which hold you are entering.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Immersive Dawnguard Dayspring Pass SE[edit | edit source]

Download: AHZBetterDGEntrance_1_0_2

Description
A new Dayspring Pass entrance (NO MORE TINY CAVE!!).

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
Just Ice V2 = Alternative 2K[edit | edit source]

Download: Just Ice V2 Alternative (2K) v2.3

Description
Retexure of the ice glaciers, icebergs, ice rocks, and ice floes.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
LeanWolf's Better-Shaped Talos Statue with Greatsword SE[edit | edit source]

Download: LeanWolf's Better-Shaped Talos Statue with Greatsword SSE

Description
A simple mesh replacer (no esp) that gives the statue of Talos a Greatsword rather than that toothpick he was holding - for a more warrior-like Talos statue.

Installation

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LeanWolf's Better-Shaped Talos with Greatsword
Options
Options
Talos Statue
Talos Statue

DotMO.png High-Poly Statue

Sword
Sword

DotMO.png Nord Hero Greatsword

Patches
Patches

CheckmarkMO.png No Snow Under the Roof

Next
Pacthes
Pacthes
NSUtR Weapon
NSUtR Weapon

DotMO.png Snow Nord Hero Greatsword

Install

After installation, rename the following file(s) and/or folder(s):

  • meshes/prometheus/architecture/statuessnow/TalosStatueSnow.nif --> meshes/prometheus/architecture/statuessnow/TalosStatueSnow_only.nif
No snow under the roof[edit | edit source]

Download: No snow under the roof 3.2

Description
This mod adds new 3d snow to structures in snowy areas as well as improve the Snow in several wilderness areas .

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Cutting Room Floor = Patch = No Snow Under the Roof[edit | edit source]

Download: Cutting Room Floor - No Snow Under the Roof Patch

Description
This mod adds the changes made by No Snow Under the Roof, to Cutting Room Floor

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Whistling Mine = Patch = No Snow Under the Roof[edit | edit source]

Download: Whistling Mine - No Snow Under the Roof

Description
This mod allows the effects from No Snow on the Roof to show on the Whistling Mine buildings

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Northern Marsh Bridges[edit | edit source]

Download: Northern Marsh Bridges SE

Description
Adds several wooden bridges across the northern marshlands of Hjaalmarch.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
Northfire's Castle Volkihar[edit | edit source]

Download: Northfire's Castle Volkihar 2-4K

Description
Texture overhaul for Castle Volkihar from the DLC Dawnguard. 2-4K

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
Oblivion Gates Remade[edit | edit source]

Download: Oblivion Gates Remade

Description
Adds Oblivion Gates from Oblivion throughout the province of Skyrim. They are designed to fit in with the vanilla game and not be so over-the-top and pull you out of the game.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file.
  2. Choose the FOMOD options listed below, than click Install.
    • Textures Files = Hana's Textures
    • Add-ons = 1st Person Messages
Point The Way[edit | edit source]

Download: Point The Way

Description
A mod to provide more road signs at various road intersections so you don't need to refer to your map so often.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.

Loot Metadata Update Required:

  • Point The Way.esp - Load After UniqueBorderGates-All.esp
Realistic Water Two[edit | edit source]

Download: Realistic Water Two v1.4.2

Description
With this mod creek, lake, marsh, pond, river, and ocean water are once again visually and aurally distinct from one another.

Installation

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Realistic Water Two
Core Files
Core Files
Core
Core
Core Files
Next
Mod Options
Mod Options
Optional Texture Resolutions
Optional Texture Resolutions

DotMO.png High

Alternative Textures
Alternative Textures

CheckmarkMO.png None

Sounds
Sounds

CheckmarkMO.png Extended Ambiance

Next
Patch Plugins
Patch Plugins
RWT Options
RWT Options

CheckmarkMO.png None

RWT Options
RWT Options

CheckmarkMO.png Watercolour for iNeed

CheckmarkMO.png iNeed

Install

Loot Metadata Update Required:

  • Set global priority for RealisticWaterTwo.esp to 74
Remove Small Rocks[edit | edit source]

Download: Remove Small Rocks

Description
This mod removes the small useless rocks on the land and underwater.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Shadowmarks Improved - with Player Homes and DLC support = Optional File = Shadowmark Textures - 512[edit | edit source]

Download: Shadowmark Textures - 512

Description

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Skyrim SE Improved Puddles[edit | edit source]

Download: Skyrim SE Improved Puddles FOMOD

Description
This mod makes several changes to improve the look of some of the puddles in Skyrim. New ice puddle textures have been created specifically for Windhelm. Also includes other fixes related to other puddles, drips, and splashes ethroughout Skyrim.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file.
  2. Choose the FOMOD options listed below, than click Install.
    • Windhelm Ice Puddle Textures = 2048x2048 Resolution
Solitude Skyway[edit | edit source]

Download: Solitude Skyway

Description
An elevated set of stairs and walkways that has been added to the underside of the large rock arch that the city of Solitude rests upon.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
Stunning Statues of Skyrim[edit | edit source]

Download: SSoS - Installer Fix

Description

Installation

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Stunning Statues of Skyrim
How to use flags
How to use flags
Choose your statues
Choose your statues

CheckmarkMO.png Bella Dibella

CheckmarkMO.png Neat Nocturnal

CheckmarkMO.png Astonich Azura

CheckmarkMO.png Terrific Talos

CheckmarkMO.png Ysterical Ysgramor

CheckmarkMO.png Melancholic Meridia

CheckmarkMO.png Madness Malacath

CheckmarkMO.png Wakened Winterhold

CheckmarkMO.png Clever Clavicus

CheckmarkMO.png Bucolic Boethiah

CheckmarkMO.png Necrotic Namira

CheckmarkMO.png Magnetic Mara

CheckmarkMO.png Malefic Mehrunes

CheckmarkMO.png Vehement Vaermina

CheckmarkMO.png Spicy Skyforge

CheckmarkMO.png Fancy Falmer

CheckmarkMO.png Sweet Sovngarde

Next
Bella Dibella
Bella Dibella
Dibella Meshe
Dibella Meshe

CheckmarkMO.png HD Meshe

Dibella Textures
Dibella Textures

DotMO.png Dibella 2k

Next
Neat Nocturnal
Neat Nocturnal
Nocturnal Meshe
Nocturnal Meshe

CheckmarkMO.png HD Meshe

Nocturnal Textures
Nocturnal Textures

DotMO.png Nocturnal 2k

Next
Astonich Azura
Astonich Azura
Azura Meshe
Azura Meshe

CheckmarkMO.png HD Meshe

Azura Textures
Azura Textures

DotMO.png Azura 2k

Next
Terrific Talos
Terrific Talos
Talos Meshe
Talos Meshe

DotMO.png None

Talos Textures
Talos Textures

DotMO.png Talos 2k

Next
Ysterical Ysgramor
Ysterical Ysgramor
Ysgramor Meshe
Ysgramor Meshe

CheckmarkMO.png HD Meshe

Ysgramor Textures
Ysgramor Textures

DotMO.png Ysgramor 2k

Next
Melancholic Meridia
Melancholic Meridia
Meridia Meshe
Meridia Meshe

CheckmarkMO.png HD Meshe

Meridia Textures
Meridia Textures

DotMO.png Meridia black 2k

Next
Madness Malacath
Madness Malacath
Malacath Meshe
Malacath Meshe

DotMO.png HD Meshe No Glow (for stone texture)

Malacath Textures
Malacath Textures

DotMO.png Malacath Stone 2k

Next
Wakened Winterhold
Wakened Winterhold
Winterhold Meshe
Winterhold Meshe

DotMO.png ENB HD Meshe Default Cape (reduced glow)

Winterhold Textures
Winterhold Textures

DotMO.png Winterhold 4k

Next
Clever Clavicus
Clever Clavicus
Clavicus Meshe
Clavicus Meshe

DotMO.png HD Meshe Default Mask

Clavicus Textures
Clavicus Textures

DotMO.png Clavicus 2k

Next
Bucolic Boethiah
Bucolic Boethiah
Boethiah Meshe
Boethiah Meshe

CheckmarkMO.png HD Meshe

Boethiah Textures
Boethiah Textures

DotMO.png Boethiah 4k

Next
Necrotic Namira
Necrotic Namira
Namira Meshe
Namira Meshe

CheckmarkMO.png HD Meshe

Namira Textures
Namira Textures

DotMO.png Namira 2k

Next
Magnetic Mara
Magnetic Mara
Mara Meshe
Mara Meshe

CheckmarkMO.png HD Meshe

Mara Textures
Mara Textures

DotMO.png Mara 2k

Next
Malefic Mehrunes
Malefic Mehrunes
Mehrunes Meshe
Mehrunes Meshe

CheckmarkMO.png HD Meshe

Mehrunes Textures
Mehrunes Textures

DotMO.png Mehrunes Green 2k

Next
Vehement Vaermina
Vehement Vaermina
Vaermina Meshe
Vaermina Meshe

CheckmarkMO.png HD Meshe

Vaermina Textures
Vaermina Textures

DotMO.png Vaermina 4k

Next
Spicy Skyforge
Spicy Skyforge
Skyforge Textures
Skyforge Textures

DotMO.png Skyforge 4k

Next
Fancy Falmer
Fancy Falmer
Falmer Meshe
Falmer Meshe

CheckmarkMO.png HD Meshe

Falmer Textures
Falmer Textures

DotMO.png Falmer Rusty Copper 4k

Next
Sweet Sovngarde
Sweet Sovngarde
Sovngarde Meshe
Sovngarde Meshe

CheckmarkMO.png HD Meshe

Sovngarde Textures
Sovngarde Textures

DotMO.png Sovngarde 4k

Install

After installation, copy and rename the following file(s) and/or folder(s):

  • meshes/architecture/winterhold/magestatue.nif -> meshes/prometheus/architecture/statuessnow/magestatuesnow_only.nif
  • meshes/clutter/Mehrunes/shrinemehrunes01.nif -> meshes/prometheus/architecture/statuessnow/mehrunesdagonsnow_only.nif
  • meshes/clutter/statues/malacathstatue01.nif -> meshes/prometheus/architecture/statuessnow/malacathstatuesnow_only.nif
  • meshes/clutter/statues/shrineofazura01.nif -> meshes/prometheus/architecture/statuessnow/azurastatuesnow_only.nif
  • meshes/clutter/statues/statuedibella.nif -> meshes/prometheus/architecture/statuessnow/statuedibellasnow_only.nif
  • meshes/clutter/statues/statueofmeridia01.nif -> meshes/prometheus/architecture/statuessnow/statueofmeridiasnow_only.nif

This will provide these meshes for use by the No Snow Under The Roof mod to be installed later in the guide.

Terrain LOD redone[edit | edit source]

Download: Terrain LOD redone

Description
Terrain Lod Redone is aiming for a complete terrain lod overhaul. It features high res lod textures, high res lod normals and high poly lod meshes which are almost eliminating the stripe effect.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Vivid Landscapes - All in One - Special Edition[edit | edit source]

Download: Vivid Landscapes - Special Edition

Description

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
Vivid Landscapes = LOD correction[edit | edit source]

Download: Vivid Landscapes - Special Edition - LOD correction

Description

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
Vivid Landscapes = Tundra Ground from Skyrim HD 2k[edit | edit source]

Download: Vivid Landscapes Special Edition - Tundra Ground from Skyrim HD 2k

Description

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
Majestic Mountains - Lightside[edit | edit source]

Download: 3. Majestic Mountains Lightside

Description
The goal of this mod is a complete mountain rework. The lighting of the mountains was changed in a way to fit much better to dynamic day night cycles and the weather system of Skyrim.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file.
  2. Choose the FOMOD options listed below, than click Install.
    • Optionals = Moss Rocks
    • Sun Direction = None
    • Compatibility Patches = SMIM
Fluffy Snow 2K[edit | edit source]

Download: Fluffy Snow - 2K

Description
Simple texture replacer for snow. The aim is to make the snow a little more fluffy than vanilla.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
Fluffy Snow = Patch = Majestic Mountains 2K[edit | edit source]

Download: Fluffy Snow for Majestic Mountains - 2K

Description
I updated the ProjectedDiffuse.dds file from Majestic Mountains to better match Fluffy Snow.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
Fluffy Snow = Patch = Windhelm Bridge and Street Fix[edit | edit source]

Download: Fluffy Snow Windhelm Bridge and Street Fix

Description
This is an optional file that updates the textures of Windhelm Bridge as well as the city Streets. This was intended to fix Noble Skyrim textures but may also work for Vanilla.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
Underground - a dungeon texture overhaul (WIP)[edit | edit source]

Download: Underground

Description
an ambitious dungeon retexturing project which starts with caves and Nordic dungeons

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
WEBS SE 2k[edit | edit source]

Download: WEBS SE x2048

Description
This mod replaces and adds more unique and diverse textures, than the usual 3 used by the vanilla game, to spider webs, cobwebs and egg sacs placements throughout the entire game world.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Whiterun Trellis Redesigned and HQ = 4K[edit | edit source]

Download: Whiterun Trellis Texture 4096 v_1_1

Description
This replaces the low quality trellis structures in Whiterun with redesigned, high quality, wooden lattice.

Installation

  1. Download/copy to Bash Installers, than install the mod.

Trees, Flora & Grass[edit | edit source]

Whiterun Forest Borealis[edit | edit source]

Download: Whiterun Forest Borealis - no LODs

Description
Transforms the tundra into a boreal forest, such as those found in the tundra of extreme northern latitudes.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file and install the mod.

Post Installation

Use This updated version
Special Thnaks to Nexus user ThatDirtyShisno for the update esp
Bent Pines[edit | edit source]

Download: Bent Pines v1.01

Description
Bent Pines places some very large bent pines on the tundra to make it look somewhat more interesting and epic.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file and install the mod.
Indistinguishable Billboards for Skyrim SE[edit | edit source]

Download: Indistiunguishable VANILLA Vivid Weathers Lighting

Description
Billboards for Skyrim for use with LODGen.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file and install the mod.
DynDOLOD Resources SE[edit | edit source]

Download: DynDOLOD-Resources-SE.2.36

Description

Installation

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Main
Main
DynDOLOD - Resources
DynDOLOD - Resources

CheckmarkMO.png Core Files

Next
Options
Options
Visual Options
Visual Options

CheckmarkMO.png Whiterun Exterior

CheckmarkMO.png Solitude Exterior

CheckmarkMO.png High Hrothgar Window Glow

CheckmarkMO.png DLC2 Vvardenfell 3D Plume

Performance Options
Performance Options

CheckmarkMO.png None

Misc Options
Misc Options

CheckmarkMO.png Desync Birds of Prey

Install
  1. After installation, Hide the following file(s) and/or folder(s):
    • meshes\lod\mountains\unique\solituderockarch01_lod_0.nif
    • meshes\lod\mountains\unique\solituderockarch02_lod_0.nif
    • textures\lod\snow01lod.dds
    • textures\lod\snow01lod_n.dds
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NOTE:
This mod is not completely installed until the executables have been run in the final section of the guide.
Enhanced Landscapes - Oaks Standalone[edit | edit source]

Download: ELOS Oaks Autumn Colours SSE

Description
This mod adds Oaks trees to the area around Solitude.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file and install the mod.
Enhanced Landscapes Marsh Pines Standalone[edit | edit source]

Download: Enhanced Landscapes Marsh Pines Standalone

Description
Enhanced Landscapes Marsh Pines Standalone

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file and install the mod.

Manual Creation Kit Editing Required:

  • Problem: esp is in form 43.
  • Solution: Load and save the plugin in the Creation Kit to convert to form 44.

Special Installation: Use This pre-converted replacer esp

Enhanced Vanilla Trees SSE[edit | edit source]

Download: Enhanced Vanilla Trees

Description
This mod Improves the textures of trees and makes them bigger.

Installation

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Enhanced Vanilla Trees
Select One
Select One
Select your Post Processing
Select your Post Processing

DotMO.png ENB

Next
Select One
Select One
Main Files
Main Files

DotMO.png Custom Trees (large)

Optional Files
Optional Files

CheckmarkMO.png Enhanced Tree Clutter

Next
OPTIONAL FILES
OPTIONAL FILES
Options
Options

CheckmarkMO.png None

Realistic Aspen Trees Support
Realistic Aspen Trees Support

DotMO.png Realistic Aspen trees support

Next
Vurts Pine foilage textures
Vurts Pine foilage textures
Options
Options

DotMO.png None

Optional Files
Optional Files

DotMO.png Vurts Custom Lush Snow

Next
OPTIONAL large tree trunk models
OPTIONAL large tree trunk models
All in One (Parallax)
All in One (Parallax)

CheckmarkMO.png None

One By One (Parallax)
One By One (Parallax)

CheckmarkMO.png None

Next
Generated LODS
Generated LODS
Options
Options

CheckmarkMO.png Install my LODs

Install

Manual Creation Kit Editing Required:

  • Problem: esp is in form 43.
  • Solution: Load and save the plugin in the Creation Kit to convert to form 44.
Enhanced Vanilla Trees - Billboards[edit | edit source]

Download: Enhanced Vanilla Trees - Billboards

Description

This mod provides the required billboard for Enhanced Vanilla Trees. Installation

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Enhanced Vanilla Trees - Billboards
Select One
Select One
Main files
Main files

DotMO.png Custom Trees

Options
Options

CheckmarkMO.png Realistic Aspen Trees

Next
Vurts Pine foilage textures on Custom trees
Vurts Pine foilage textures on Custom trees
Options
Options

DotMO.png None

Optional Files
Optional Files

CheckmarkMO.png Lush Vurts Snow Trees

Next
Green Pines Options
Green Pines Options
All in One
All in One

CheckmarkMO.png None

One By One
One By One

CheckmarkMO.png None

Next
Large Trees
Large Trees
Main
Main

CheckmarkMO.png Large

Next
Neccessary step
Neccessary step
Additional Files
Additional Files

CheckmarkMO.png Auto-Installation for required files

Install
Beyond Skyrim - Bruma Tree LOD billboards[edit | edit source]

Download: TreeLOD billboards for Beyond Skyrim Bruma

Description
This Mod provides trees billboards for bruma.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file and install the mod.
Beyond Skyrim - Bruma Tree LOD billboards = Hotfix[edit | edit source]

Download: hotfix 1.1

Description
This Mod provides trees billboards for bruma.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file and install the mod.
Skyrim Flora Overhaul SE = Trees Only Version[edit | edit source]

Download: Trees Only Version v2.72a

Description
This mod overhauls the Skyrim landscape with better looking flora.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file.
  2. Install only the following file(s) and/or folder(s):
    • Meshes\Landscape\Trees\treepineforestdead03.nif
    • Meshes\Landscape\Trees\treepineforestsnowl03.nif
    • Meshes\Landscape\Trees\treepineforestsnowl04.nif
    • Textures\landscape\trees\vurt_conifer_n.dds
    • Textures\landscape\trees\vurt_ConiferBark.dds
    • Textures\landscape\trees\vurt_ConiferBark_N.dds
    • Textures\landscape\trees\vurt_coniferSnowy.dds
    • Textures\landscape\trees\vurt_drybark01.dds
    • Textures\landscape\trees\vurt_drybark01_N.dds
    • Textures\terrain\LODGen\Skyrim.esm\TreePineForestDead03_000B927C.dds
    • Textures\terrain\LODGen\Skyrim.esm\TreePineForestDead03_000B927C.txt
    • Textures\terrain\LODGen\Skyrim.esm\TreePineForestDeadSnow03_000EF5A3.dds
    • Textures\terrain\LODGen\Skyrim.esm\TreePineForestDeadSnow03_000EF5A3.txt
    • Textures\terrain\LODGen\Skyrim.esm\TreePineForestDeadSnowL04_000EF59D.dds
    • Textures\terrain\LODGen\Skyrim.esm\TreePineForestDeadSnowL04_000EF59D.txt
Veydosebrom - Grasses and Groundcover[edit | edit source]

Download: Veydosebrom - Grasses and Groundcover

Description
Fills the landscape of Skyrim with beautiful combinations of grasses for a lush and vivid experience.

Installation

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Veydosebrom - Grass and Groundcover
Welcome to Veydosebrom
Welcome to Veydosebrom
Veydosebrom - Grass and Groundcover
Veydosebrom - Grass and Groundcover

DotMO.png Loose

Next
Season Style
Season Style
Choose Your Season
Choose Your Season

DotMO.png Vanilla Season

Next
Grass Density
Grass Density
Informations
Informations

CheckmarkMO.png Please Read

INI Settings
INI Settings

DotMO.png Default

Next
Landscape Density
Landscape Density
Informations
Informations

CheckmarkMO.png Please Read

Choose Your Landscape
Choose Your Landscape

CheckmarkMO.png Vanilla Landscape

Next
Grasses and Groundcover Quality
Grasses and Groundcover Quality
Informations
Informations

CheckmarkMO.png Please Read

Choose Your Quality
Choose Your Quality

CheckmarkMO.png 2K

Next
Grasses and Groundcover Quality
Grasses and Groundcover Quality
Informations
Informations

CheckmarkMO.png Please Read

Loose Files
Loose Files

CheckmarkMO.png 2K Full

Next
Installation Complete
Installation Complete
Veydosrbrom Installed Succesfully
Veydosrbrom Installed Succesfully

CheckmarkMO.png Please Read

Install
Landscape Fixes For Grass Mods = Main File[edit | edit source]

Download: Landscape Fixes For Grass Mods

Description
Goal of this mod:
Primary: Change landscape to reduce grass clipping through objects and restore lost details (details=pathways and small objects)
Secondary: Improve performance by removing grass where it cannot normally be seen without ~tcl (under Whiterun and inside Buildings of Falkreath for ex.)

Reduce overgrown sections of some roads.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Landscape Fixes For Grass Mods = Patch = Alternate Start[edit | edit source]

Download: Alternate Start- LAL Locations

Description
Removes clipping grass from Shoal's Rest Farm and "camping in the woods" location.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Landscape Fixes For Grass Mods = Patch = Cutting Room Floor[edit | edit source]

Download: Cutting Room Floor Locations

Description
Removes clipping grass from Frost River farm and Barleydark farm

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
No grass in caves = ELE Edition[edit | edit source]

Download: No Grass In Caves (ELE) Enhanced Lighting for ENB patch

Description
Simple mod to remove grass in a few caves.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file and install the mod.

ENB[edit | edit source]

Lighting and Weather[edit | edit source]

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NOTE:
I understand lighting and weather mods are a very personal and subjective choice for users. Therefore, the following mods are 100% optional. I have provided an additional patch just for weather and lighting below in the Guide Patches. Users who want to use this patch will need to install all of the following mods!

Lighting Overhaul[edit | edit source]

Enhanced Lighting for ENB (ELE) - Special Edition[edit | edit source]

Download: ELE_SSE

Description
"Normalizes" lighting color throughout the game. Even without an ENB Preset installed, this mod make desired changes to the color tones of the light sources and other effects bringing a more natural (read realism) feel to the lighting. ENB authors who use ELE will find more granular control over the lighting with more consistent results, such as being able to control dungeon lighting separately from other interior lighting.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Enhanced Lights and FX[edit | edit source]

Download: Enhanced Lights and FX

Description
Enhanced Lights and FX has the goal to create a more dramatic and realistic mood to the Skyrim lighting.
General Note

Installation

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Enhanced Lights and FX
Main File
Main File
Main
Main

CheckmarkMO.png Enhanced Lights and FX

Main - Ambience
Main - Ambience

DotMO.png None

Main - Exterior
Main - Exterior

CheckmarkMO.png None

Next
Patches
Patches
SMIM
SMIM

CheckmarkMO.png SMIM Meshes

CheckmarkMO.png SMIM Lantern

Patches
Patches

CheckmarkMO.png None

Next
Optionals
Optionals
Optionals
Optionals

CheckmarkMO.png None

Install

Manual TES5Edit Cleaning Required:

Known Game Breaking Bug:
  • Problem: During the main quest at the Thalmor embassy you can't get through the door to continue on with the main quest.
  • Solution: Delete Cell \ Block 7 \ Sub-Block 4 \ 0007C98B <ThalmorEmbassy01> from EnhancedLightsandFX.esp

Once the above is done a Script needs to be run to clean the Formlist IDs:

  1. Search for xx16733B (xx is the formid of EnhancedLightsandFX.esp) then
  2. Right click on that record and select apply script
  3. Select Remove invalid entries from from lists
  4. Click OK.
  5. You can now exit and save the esp.

Loot Metadata Update Required:

  • EnhancedLightsandFX.esp - Load After LegacyoftheDragonborn.esp
Lanterns of Skyrim SE[edit | edit source]

Download: Lanterns of Skyrim SE

Description
This mod add lanterns to main roads, villages, towns and settlements.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Lanterns of Skyrim = Tech's LOS color Fix[edit | edit source]

Download: [ ]

Description

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.
Relighting Skyrim - Tailored for ELFX Special Edition[edit | edit source]

Download: Relighting Skyrim - Tailored for ELFX Special Edition

Description
Relighting Skyrim will place lights at their light sources, exterior lights will cast light on the landscape, lights values are standardized and more consistent throughout the game, and it stays aligned to the vanilla style.
General Note
This mod aims to make all light come straight from a light source and to have all light sources make light. For the purposes of this guide, only a subset of this mod is used to be compatible with ELFX and thus the alternate download location. Please endorse the original mod as it is really good work!

Installation

  1. Download the specified file, than install the mod.

Weather Overhaul[edit | edit source]

Lightning During Storms Sse (Minty lightning)[edit | edit source]

Download: Lightning During Storms

Description
This mod adds lightning during the thunder storms.

Installation

  1. Download the mod from Nexus and install.
Vivid Weathers Special Edition - a complete Weather and Visual overhaul for Skyrim SE[edit | edit source]

Download: Vivid Weathers SE

Description
Alters the weathers, lighting based around weathers, and weather effects providing a great deal more variety and depth to the weather system.

Installation

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Vivid Weathers Definitive Edition
Install Options
Install Options
Seasons
Seasons

CheckmarkMO.png None

Tree LOD
Tree LOD

CheckmarkMO.png SFO Tree LOD

Alternative Addons
Alternative Addons

CheckmarkMO.png Star and Galaxy Textures

Compatibility Patches
Compatibility Patches

CheckmarkMO.png Beyond Skyrim - Bruma SE

CheckmarkMO.png Falskaar

CheckmarkMO.png Lightning During Thunderstorms

Install
Wonders of Weather[edit | edit source]

Download: Wonders of Weather

Description
This mod adds Rain Splashes, Rainbows and Shooting Stars to the game.

Installation

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Wonders of Weather
Options
Options
Core
Core

DotMO.png Wonders of Weather

Optionals
Optionals

DotMO.png None

Install

Clothing & Equipment[edit | edit source]

The follow mods address armors, weapons, clothing, adornments, and any dealing with wearables. Users should create a new marker for this section.

aMidianBorn Blade of Woe[edit | edit source]

Download: aMidianBorn Blade of Woe

Description
This mod is a texture replacer for the Blade of Woe.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
aMidianBorn Book of Silence = Armors (Skyrim LE) [edit | edit source]

Download: aMidianBorn book of silence_ARMORS

Description
This mod provides high quality textures for armors.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file.
  2. Choose the FOMOD options listed below,
    • Options = Custom
    • Iron and Banded = Iron
    • Steel = Steel
    • Steel Plate = Steel Plate
    • Leather = Leather
    • Hide and Studded = None
    • Fur = None
    • Elven = Elven - Dark (default)
    • Dwarven = Dwarven
    • Ancient Nord = Ancient Nord
    • Orcish = Orcish
    • Scaled = None
    • Wolf = Wolf Grey
    • Glass = Glass Variants
    • Ebony = Ebony Differently
    • Blades = Blades
    • Falmer = Falmer

Post Installation

  1. After installation, Hide the following file(s) and/or folder(s):
    • Glass Varients.esp
    • AMB Glass Variants Lore.esp
    • Differently Ebony.esp
    • meshes\armor\blades\1stpersonbladesarmor_0.nif
    • meshes\armor\blades\1stpersonbladesarmor_1.nif
    • meshes\armor\blades\1stpersonbladesarmorf_0.nif
    • meshes\armor\blades\1stpersonbladesarmorf_1.nif
    • meshes\armor\blades\bladesarmor_0.nif
    • meshes\armor\blades\bladesarmor_1.nif
    • meshes\armor\blades\bladesarmorf_0.nif
    • meshes\armor\blades\bladesarmorf_1.nif
    • meshes\armor\blades\bladeshelmetf.nif
  2. Install the mod.
aMidianBorn Blades Armor SSE Patch[edit | edit source]

Download: aMidianBorn Blades Armor SSE Patch

Description
Gets rid of those nasty triangle errors for aMidianBorn Blades Armor.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
aMidianBorn Book of Silence = Creatures[edit | edit source]

Download: aMidianBorn book of silence_Creatures

Description
This mod provides high quality textures for several Creatures.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file.
  2. Choose the FOMOD options listed below,
    • Options = Custom
    • Skeleton = Skeleton
    • Dragon Priest = Dragon Priest
    • Draugr = Draugr
    • Falmer = Falmer
    • Chaurus = Chaurus
    • Spriggan = Spriggan
  3. Install the mod.
aMidianBorn Book of Silence = DragonBorn DLC[edit | edit source]

Download: aMidianBorn book of silence_DRAGONBORN DLC

Description
This mod provides high quality textures for Dragonborn DLC.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file.
  2. Choose the FOMOD options listed below,
    • Options = Custom
    • Nordic Carved Armor = Black Fur (default)
    • Bonemold Armor = Bonemold Armor
    • Acolyte Masks = Acolyte Masks
    • Dragon Priest Acolytes = Dragon Priest Acolytes
    • Hulking Draugr = Hulking Draugr
    • Ash Spawn = Ash Spawn
    • Ash Guardians = Ash Guardians
  3. Install the mod.

Post Installation Instructions

  1. After installation, Rename the following file(s) and/or folder(s):
    • textures/actors/dlc02/ash folder to textures/actors/dlc02/ashman
aMidianBorn Book of Silence = Unique Items (Skyrim LE) [edit | edit source]

Download: aMidianBorn book of silence_UNIQUE ITEMS

Description
This mod adds high quality texture so some of the unique items found in the game.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file.
  2. Choose the FOMOD options listed below,
    • Options - Install everything
  3. Install the mod.

Post Installation

  1. After installation, Move the following file(s) and/or folder(s):
    • meshes/staffofmagnus folder to meshes/weapons/staffofmagnus.
aMidianBorn Book of Silence = Weapons (Skyrim LE) [edit | edit source]

Download: aMidianBorn book of silence_WEAPONS

Description

Installation

  1. Download the specified file.
  2. Choose the FOMOD options listed below,
    • Custom
    • Weapons = Draugr
    • Weapons = Dwarven
    • Weapons = Iron
    • Weapons = Orcish
    • Weapons = Silver
    • Weapons = Staves
    • Weapons = Steel
  3. Install the mod.

Post Installation

  1. After installation, Hide the following file(s) and/or folder(s):
    • Meshes Folder
aMidianBorn Hide and Studded Hide[edit | edit source]

Download: aMidianBorn Hide and Studded Hide v2

Description
This mod is a texture replacer for hide and studded hide armor sets.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
aMidianBorn Imperial Light and Studded[edit | edit source]

Download: aMidianBorn Imperial Light 1dot1_2k

Description
This mod is a texture replacer for the light imperial armor sets (both regular and studded).

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
aMidianBorn Iron and Banded Iron Armor[edit | edit source]

Download: aMidianBorn Iron cabals cut 2K

Description
This mod is a texture replacer for the iron and banded armor set.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
aMidianBorn Scaled Armor[edit | edit source]

Download: aMidianBorn Scaled V2

Description
This mod is a texture replacer for the scaled armor set.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
aMidianBorn Steel Armor[edit | edit source]

Download: aMidianBorn steel RC4

Description
This mod is a texture replacer for the steel armor set.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
aMidianBorn Stormcloak Officer Armor[edit | edit source]

Download: aMidianBorn Stormcloak Officer Armor

Description
This mod is a texture replacer for the stormcloak officer armor set.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
Apophysis Dragon Priest Masks SE = Loose Files[edit | edit source]

Download: Apophysis Dragon Priest Masks Loose

Description
This mod is a texture replacer for the Dragon Priest Masks

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.


Circlets or Masks with all Robes and Hoods[edit | edit source]

Download: Circlets or Masks with all Robes and Hoods

Description

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
Elemental Staffs SE = Main File = 2k-1k = Apocalypse - Magic of Skyrim version[edit | edit source]

Download: Elemental Staffs SE 2K-1K

Description
This mod makes the Staffs in Skyrim appear unique to their power level and elemental alignment.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
Gemling Queen Jewelry SE[edit | edit source]

Download: Gemling Queen Jewelry SE

Description
This mod aims to replace all jewelry gemstones with actual transparency and depth, as opposed to flat, vertex coloured plastic.

Installation

  1. Download the main file
  2. Select the following sub-packages:
    • 00 - Amulets
    • 01b- Gamwich Amulet Textures 1k
    • 10 - Circlets
    • 20 - Rings
    • 21a - Gamwich Ring Textures - Combined 1k
    • 40 Dawnguard Addon
  3. Install the mod.
Greatsword Sheaths and Scabbards Redux SE[edit | edit source]

Download: Greatsword Sheaths and Scabbards Redux SE

Description
This mod adds custom sheaths and scabbards to all the greatswords in Skyrim.

Installation

  1. Download the specified file.
  2. Choose the FOMOD options listed below,
    • Meshes Type = Meshes = Thin
    • Sheath/Scabbard Type = Fullsize
    • Skyforge Steel = Skyforge Steel
  3. Install the mod.
Dragonbone Mastery - Weapons Retexture[edit | edit source]

Download: Dragonbone Mastery - WITH Engravings

Description
High quality retexture of the dragonbone weapons.

Installation

  1. Download the Small Resolution - Dragonbone Mastery - WITH Engravings optional file.
  2. Select the following sub-packages:
    • 00 Main Normals
    • 01 Main Files Darker
    • 02 New Arrow
    • 03 Short Scabbard Texture 1
    • 04 Required For Short Scabbard - Transparent Meshes
  3. Install the mod.
Improved Closefaced Helmets[edit | edit source]

Download: Improved Closefaced Helmets (SSE)

Description

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
LeanWolfs Better-Shaped Weapons SE = Main File[edit | edit source]

Download: LeanWolfs Better-Shaped Weapons INSTALLER SE

Description
Edits the meshes of most weapons and quivers to be slimmer, more realistic, and more natural.

Installation

  1. Download the LeanWolfs Better-Shaped Weapons INSTALLER SE main file and the LeanWolfs Better-Shaped Weapons-Arrow Update update file.
  2. Move both files into the Bash Installers folder.
  3. Select the main file and the sub-packages listed to the right.
  4. Install the main file.
  • 000 BSW Textures
  • 001 Iron
  • 002 Ancient Nordic
  • 003 Ghostblade and Drainblood
  • 004 Imperial
  • 005 Steel
  • 007 Silver
  • 008 Orcish
  • 009 Elven
  • 010 Nord Hero
  • 011 Dwarven
  • 012a Glass Refraction
  • 014 Ebony
  • 015 Deadric
  • 016 Bound Weapons
  • 017 Nightingale
  • 018 Dawnbreaker ENB
  • 019 Dragonbone
  • 020a Stalhrim Refraction
  • 021 Nordic
  • 022 SCimitar
  • 023 Mehrunes Razor
  • 024a Keening Refraction
  • 301 Arrow Iron
  • 302 Arrow Ancient Nordic
  • 303 Arrow Forsworn
  • 304 Arrow Falmer
  • 305 Arrow Steel
  • 308 Arrow Orcish
  • 309 Arrow Elven
  • 309a Arrow Auriel
  • 310 Arrow Nordic Hero
  • 311 Arrow Dwarven
  • 312a Arrow Glass Refraction
  • 314 Arrow Ebony
  • 315 Arrow Daedric
  • 319 Arrow Dragonbone
  • 320a Arrow Stalhrim Refraction
  • 321 Arrow Nordic
LeanWolfs Better-Shaped Weapons SE = Optional File = Arrow Update[edit | edit source]

Download: LeanWolfs Better-Shaped Weapons-Arrow Update

Description
Fixes minor dark spots on Orcish, Steel & Skyforge quivers - overwrite main files.

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
Nightingale Prime HD = Leather Version (Skyrim LE)[edit | edit source]

Download: Nightingale Prime HD - Leather Version

Description

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
Rustic Clothing SE 2K[edit | edit source]

Download: RUSTIC CLOTHING - Special Edition - 2K

Description

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
Rustic Forsworn 2K (Skyrim LE)[edit | edit source]

Download: RUSTIC FORSWORN - 2K

Description

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.
Ultimate HD Torch = High Res 2K (Skyrim LE) [edit | edit source]

Download: Ultimate HD Torch - 2048x2048

Description

Installation

  1. Download the Specified file, than install the mod.

Clutter & Miscellaneous[edit | edit source]

High Quality Food and Ingredients SE[edit | edit source]

Download: High Quality Food and Ingredients SE

Description
This mod retextures a lot of the food and ingredients while keeping the vanilla style.

Installation

  1. Download the main file and move the mod into the Bash Installers folder.
  2. Select all the sub-packages except the following:
    • 02 cabbage01
    • 08 chicken
    • 10 cooked beef
    • 14 cooked venison
    • 17 aider cheese02
    • 20 goat cheese01
    • 35 salmon01
    • 40 All Texture
  3. Install the mod.

Creatures of Skyrim[edit | edit source]

Player & NPCs Retexture[edit | edit source]

Animations & Effects[edit | edit source]

Audio[edit | edit source]

Basic Needs & Survival[edit | edit source]

Combat & Traps[edit | edit source]

Economy & Food[edit | edit source]

Followers & Companions[edit | edit source]

New Armors, Items & Weapons[edit | edit source]

New Creatures[edit | edit source]

New NPCs & Behavior[edit | edit source]

Travel[edit | edit source]

Vampire & Werewolf Overhauls[edit | edit source]

Alchemy[edit | edit source]

Attributes[edit | edit source]

Crafting & Smithing[edit | edit source]

Magic, Shouts, & Enchantments[edit | edit source]

Perks & Leveling[edit | edit source]

Utilities[edit | edit source]

PapyrusUtil SE[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus

Description
An SKSE plugin adding several new scripts with native functions that provide various conveniences related to data storage and other misc functions to the scripter/modder.

Installation

  1. Download the main file and install the mod.

Rules for LOOT[edit | edit source]

Point The Way.esp - Load After UniqueBorderGates-All.esp
IcePenguinWorldMap.esp - Load After Vivid Weathers - Merged.esp
LOTD Patches Merged.esp - Load After Ars Metallica.esp
ELE Merged.esp - Set global priority to 76
Better Dynamic Snow.esp - Load After Prometheus_No_snow_Under_the_roof.esp
EnhancedLightsandFX.esp - Load After LegacyoftheDragonborn.esp
Set global priority for RealisticWaterTwo.esp to 74
Dragon Bridge.esp - Load After Immersive Citizens - AI Overhaul.esp
Helarchen Creek.esp - Load After Immersive Citizens - AI Overhaul.esp
Ivarstead.esp - Load After Immersive Citizens - AI Overhaul.esp
Karthwasten.esp - Load After Immersive Citizens - AI Overhaul.esp
Keld-Nar.esp - Load After Immersive Citizens - AI Overhaul.esp
Kynesgrove.esp - Load After Immersive Citizens - AI Overhaul.esp
Shor's Stone.esp - Load After Immersive Citizens - AI Overhaul.esp
Soljund's Sinkhole.esp - Load After Immersive Citizens - AI Overhaul.esp
Whistling Mine.esp - Load After Immersive Citizens - AI Overhaul.esp
ETaC - Complete.esp - Load After Immersive Citizens - AI Overhaul.esp
ETaC - Complete.esp - Load After 3DNPCs.esp
ETaC - Complete.esp - Load After Landscape Fixes For Grass Mods.esp