Mod Installation Advice

When going through this guide, I strongly advise following it to the letter. For the sake of your sanity, please don't run LOOT until you reach the Finishing Line Page. If you run it before you are instructed to do so, you will find that it throws numerous errors. These errors will be fixed later in the guide.

Note for Special Instructions sections.

Throughout the guide, you will find many places where you are instructed to remove files with a * in the path. For example, helgen reborn.esp\*.tga. In these cases, the asterisk means to delete all files matching this pattern.

There are a few 'best practices' to keep in mind while building this guide:

  • DO NOT run LOOT until directed to do so on the Merge Page as it will also help prevent any confusion that may arise over LOOT sorting errors that will be fixed with custom LOOT rules at the end of the guide. All required custom LOOT rules can be found on the Finishing Line page.
  • Enable mods as they are installed. Some mods will not let you proceed with the installation properly unless other required mods have been activated.
  • Main Files: Are installed as normal. If the mod page has more than one Main File to install, each should be installed AS A SEPARATE MOD in Mod Organizer 2.
  • Update Files: Should be installed with its parent files in a single mod. (e.g Merge the files in Mod Organizer 2, allowing the Update or Hotfix to overwrite the original files.)
  • Optional Files: Should be installed as A SEPARATE MOD in Mod Organizer 2.
  • Miscellaneous Files: Should be installed as A SEPARATE MOD in Mod Organizer 2.

Getting Older Mod Version Advice

Due to the nature of Skyrim modding sometime the version the guide calls for become unavailable due to Mod authors updating and archiving the required version making not easy to download.

Thankfully we have a solution on that on the guides Discord server there is a bot called HermaeusMora that will help you get the version you need. All you need to is head to the Serve Discord and in Bot-Fishing Channel insert \nexus help and the bot will walk you through what you need to do.

A Note On Extracting BSA Files

This guide recommends only extracting BSA files if they are distributed with a dummy plugin or as part of a merge.

To extract a BSA, you will use the BSA Extractor plugin included with Mod Organizer 2. Enable the plugin by following these steps:

  1. Click the "spanner and screwdriver" icon in the top left corner of MO2.
  2. Click the Plugins tab.
  3. Find and select the BSA Extractor plugin.
  4. On the right side, make sure the only_alternative_sources option is set to false.

At this point, you will receive a notification during installation for any mod that includes a BSA asking if you want to extract it. If the instructions tell you to do so, click Yes otherwise, click No. With the newest version of MO2, the BSA extractor will also ask if you want to delete the BSA after extracting it say Yes.

Mods that require BSA Extraction will show this tag: EXTRACT THE BSA

A Note On Converting Old Plugins

Throughout the guide, a few plugins are using the old form 43. These plugins must be converted in the Creation Kit (CK) to work in this guide.

Mods that require converting will show this tag: CONVERT

Converting the plugin with the Creation Kit

  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. Click OK and allow the CK to load.
  6. Once complete, save the plugin (File→Save).
  7. Close the CK.
  8. The plugin is automatically saved over the older non-converted version.

Verifying the plugin with SSEEdit

  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 plugin saved from the steps above and allow SSEEdit 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.
  5. The check should come back clean reading, "All done!". If there are errors, you will have to correct them before continuing to the next step.
  6. Right-click on the plugin again and choose Sort Masters.
  7. The last step is to run SSEEdit Quick Auto Clean on the plugin.
  8. Close SSEEdit and be sure to save the modified plugin.

A Note On Cathedral Assets Optimizer

Throughout the guide, there are some mods that use meshes and textures designed for classic Skyrim. These mods must be processed using Cathedral Assets Optimizer to work with Skyrim Special Edition. For these mods, use the following instructions to perform the conversion:

  • Close Mod Organizer 2, as CAO is designed to run outside of MO2.
  • Launch Cathedral Assets Optimizer.
  • Select either the Lexy's LOTD SE - BSA or Lexy's LOTD SE - No BSA profile depending on what is listed under Special Instructions
  • Click the Open Directory button and navigate to the folder containing the mod requiring conversion.
  • Click the Log button so you can see what CAO processes.
  • Click Run.
  • When CAO is finished, close the window.

We will also downsize the textures of a few mods in the guide to a more reasonable size. This uses the same process as above, except selecting the listed SSE - Downsize Textures profile instead.

Mods that require processing in CAO will show this tag: CAO

Optimized Texture Baseline

Project Clarity AIO - Skyrim Textures Redone

   

A compilation of all the Project Clarity mod.

Main FilesProject Clarity AIO Half Res LooseVersion:3.2

Creation Club Anniversary Cleaned and Upscaled

   

Cleaned textures. (Bethesda you have DTX11. Why use BC1 in 2021?) Upscaled armour and weapons from 2k -> 4k. FOMOD installer.

Main FilesCC_Content_Anniversary_Cleaned_and_UpscaledVersion:1Update FilesCC_Content_Anniversary_Cleaned_and_Upscaled_UpdateVersion:1.1

Essential SKSE Plugins

.NET Script Framework

    NET Script Framework

This mod is a Framework for memory editing, native code hooking and writing DLL plugins in any .NET language.

Main FilesNetScriptFramework SkyrimSE v18

Address Library for SKSE Plugins

   

This Mod contains header file and a database to make SKSE DLL plugins version independent easily.

Main FilesAll in one (Special Edition)
Special InstructionsDelete the following file(s) and/or folder(s):
  • Delete all files except version-1-5-97-0.bin

Alternate Conversation Camera

    SKSE DLL

This mod overhauls the dialogue camera system.

Main FilesAlternate Conversation Camera
Once installed, open SKSE\Plugins\AlternateConversationCamera.ini and change the following: 
[Settings]
fCameraSpeed=1200
bForceFirstPerson=0
bForceThirdPerson=0
bSwitchTarget=0
bLetterBox=0

Barter Limit Fix

    SKSE DLL

An SKSE plugin that fixes trading with merchants with more than 32,767 gold.

Main FilesBarter Limit Fix

Base Object Swapper

   

SKSE plugin and framework for swapping base objects and references, using config files.

Main FilesBase Object Swapper

Behavior Data Injector

    SKSE DLL

SKSE plugin that allows you to add new animation variables & events via config files without nemesis patch.

Main FilesBehavior Data Injector

Better Combat Escape - SSE

    SKSE DLL

A SKSE plugin that improve the vanilla game combat escape \ stopping mechanism, to prevent you stucking at combat state with super far away enemy.

Main FilesBetter Combat Escape - SSE V0.83

Bug Fixes SSE

    SKSE DLL

This mod fixes some bugs with game code.

Main FilesBug Fixes SSE (Special Edition)

Console Commands Extender

    SKSE DLL

This mod Extends and adds console commands.

Main FilesConsole Commands Extender

ConsoleUtilSSE NG

    SKSE DLL

This mod enables papyrus scripts to execute console commands. This conversion of ConsoleUtilSSE to CLib-NG creates one .dll file that works in all Skyrim SE versions, including AE 1.6.629+.

Main FilesConsoleUtilSSE NG

ConsolePlusPlus

    SKSE DLL

SKSE plugin. Adds copy-paste into console and caches console commands between game sessions

Main FilesConsolePlusPlus

Don't send me there again (dosemetha)

    SKSE DLL

Are you tired of radiant quests sending you to dungeons you've already cleared before when there are still a lot of uncleared dungeons in the game? This mod fixes that.

Main FilesDon't send me there again

ENB Input Disabler

    ENB SKSE DLL

SKSE plugin which disables mouse and keyboard input for everything but the console, when the ENB editor is active.

Main FilesENB Input Disabler

Equip Enchantment Fix

    SKSE DLL

This mod fixes engine bugs where item enchantments don't apply when equipped or stop working while the item is still equipped. SKSE64 plugin.

Main FilesEquip Enchantment Fix

Face Discoloration Fix

    SKSE DLL

Eliminates the dreaded "dark face" issue that occurs when the game encounters FaceGen errors.

Old FilesFace Discoloration Fix SE (1.5.97)Version:1.0.1

Fix Note icon for SkyUI (SKSE64 plugin)

    SKSE DLL

A SKSE64 plugin that fixes the Letter/Note icon and type for SkyUI.

Main FilesFixNotesForSkyUI Skyrim SE 1.5.97

I'm walkin' here NG

    SKSE DLL

Prevents NPCs from pushing you while YOU'RE WALKIN' 'ERE and having a chat with your friends. This conversion of I'm walkin' here to CLib-NG creates one .dll file that works in all Skyrim SE versions, including AE 1.6.629+.

Main FilesI'm walkin' here

Keyword Item Distributor (KID)

    SKSE DLL

SKSE plugin that distributes keywords to weapons/armor/magic effects/ingestibles and other items, using config files.

Main FilesKeyword Item DistributorVersion:3.0.2

MergeMapper

    SKSE DLL

SKSE/VR DLL that automatically allows Papyrus scripts to be aware and also allows other DLLs to support zMerge merges. Supports SE/AE/VR.

Main FilesMergeMapper

More Informative Console

    SKSE DLL

This mod edits the UI to show a great deal of additional information on npcs, items, and other objects when the console is opened, similar to the way MFG console worked for Skyrim LE

Main FilesMore Informative Console 1.1.0 SE

Mum's the Word NG

    SKSE DLL

This mod removes the stolen tag from worthless items you steal, so long as no one notices. This conversion of Mum's the Word to CLib-NG creates one .dll file that works in all Skyrim SE versions, including AE 1.6.629+ and VR!

Main FilesMum's the Word

NPC AI Process Position Fix - NG

    SKSE DLL

A DLL plugin that fixes the vanilla game engine bug that NPCs AI process positions could not be updated after you waiting/ sleeping/ fast travel.

Main FilesNPC AI Process Position Fix - NG

PAPER

    SKSE DLL

This is an SKSE plugin that can be loaded at runtime and expose additional functionality to the game's scripting language. Mod authors can use this functionality for scripts in their mods.

Main FilesPAPERVersion:2.2.3

powerofthree's Papyrus Extender

    SKSE DLL

SKSE64/VR plugin that extends Papyrus script functionality, with over 220 new Papyrus functions, and 25 events

Main FilesPapyrus Extender

Papyrus Tweaks NG

    SKSE DLL

Collection of fixes, tweaks and performance improvements for Skyrim's script engine.

Main FilesPapyrus Tweaks NG

powerofthree's Tweaks

    SKSE DLL

This mod is a collection of engine bug fixes and tweaks. SKSE plugin.

Main Filespowerofthree's Tweaks SE

Recursion Monitor

    SKSE DLL

Detects broken papyrus scripts stuck in recursion and prevents huge framerate lag.

Main FilesRecursion FPS Fix

Scaleform Translation Plus Plus NG

    SKSE DLL

This plugin enables native translation nesting present within SkyUI, as well as English fallbacks. This Conversion of Scaleform Translation Plus Plus to CLib-NG creates one .dll file that works in all Skyrim SE versions, including AE 1.6.629+.

Main FilesScaleformTranslationPP

Scrambled Bugs

    SKSE DLL

A collection of engine bug fixes and patches.

Main FilesScrambled Bugs (Special Edition)

Shadow Boost

    SKSE DLL

SKSE plugin, which dynamically adjusts shadow and viewing distance to boost performance. Supports SE, AE and VR. Supports ENB and ReShade.

Main FilesShadow Boost

Simple Offence Suppression

    SKSE DLL

SKSE plugin that prevents neutral NPCs from turning hostile when you accidentally hit them.

Main FilesSimple Offence Suppression SE
Once installed, open SKSE\Plugins\po3_SimpleOffenceSuppression.ini and change the following: 
[Settings]
OnlyCombat = true

Skyrim Priority SE - skse plugin

    SKSE DLL

This mod Make Skyrim always take most of CPU usage Increase FPS and Prevent suddenly lag caused by other processes.

Main FilesSkyrim Priority SE AE
Special InstructionsWe need to set up affinity by:
  • Determine your Core/Logical Processor Setup by:
a) Open "Task Manager" b) Click on "Performance" c) Click on "CPU" in the graphs. e) Below the graph, find and note the number of cores and logical processors your system uses. MOST systems will have double the cores for your processors, and this is the number you need.  
  • Determine the required Affinity Hex Code:
a) Go to https://bitsum.com/tools/cpu-affinity-calculator/
b) Check the cores that your system supports. Though it says cores, this is actually logical processors.
c) You will select CPU 0 - CPU (Logical Processors - 1). EX: If you have 16 logical processors, then you would check CPU0 - CPU 15.
d) UNCHECK processors CPU 1 and CPU 3.
e) At the bottom, identify the CPU Affinity Bitmask. (For the 16 processor example above, this would be 0x000000000000FFF5.  
  • Place the hex code into the mod's TOML file:
a) Remove all leading zeros from the hex code. (Same example, the hex code now becomes 0xFFF5.)
b) In MO2, open "prioritymod.toml"
c) In line 26, change the 0 to your new hexcode.
d) Save and exit the file. Gamerpoets has also created a video on this wish can be seen here

Skyrim Skill Uncapper(fixed)

    SKSE DLL

Original Skyrim Skill Uncapper(V1.1.0) has a bug that causes random initialization failure.
When a bug happens, SkyrimUncapper.log ends with:
couldn't allocate trampoline, no free space before the image
couldn't create codegen buffer. This is fatal. Skipping the remainder of the init process.

Main FilesSkyrimUncapperFixedVersion:0.0.1

Spell Perk Item Distributor (SPID)

    SKSE DLL SPID

A SKSE plugin that can be used to add spells/leveled spells/perks/items/leveled items/shouts/packages to every NPC in the game, using config files.

Main FilesSpell Perk Item DistributorVersion:6.6.1

SSE Display Tweaks

    SKSE DLL

All-in-one solution for playing at higher framerates. OSD compatible physics fix, borderless fullscreen performance improvement, refresh rate control, highly configurable frame rate limiting plus a few bugfixes and optimizations.

Main FilesSSE Display TweaksVersion:0.5.12
Once installed, open SKSE\Plugins\SSEDisplayTweaks.ini and change the following: 
[Render]
UIFramerateLimitMap=60

SSE Engine Fixes (skse64 plugin)

    SKSE DLL

skse64 plugin to fix various issues with the Skyrim Special Edition engine.

Main Files(Part 1) SSE Engine Fixes for 1.5.39 - 1.5.97Version:5.9.1Main Files(Part 2) Engine Fixes - skse64 Preloader and TBB LibVersion:2020.3
Special Instructions* PLEASE NOTE ENTRIES ARE CASE SENSITIVE.
  1. Once installed, open skse\plugins\EngineFixes.toml and change the following:
    [Patches]
MaxStdio = 8192
RegularQuicksaves = true
[Experimental]
SaveGameMaxSize = true
  2. Extract (Part 2) Engine Fixes - skse64 Preloader and TBB Lib and install the files to the Main Skyrim Special Edition directory folder.

Stay At The System Page NG

    SKSE DLL

This mod brings back the behaviour of the original Skyrim's Journal Menu. Whenever you press the Escape key, the mod will open the System page instead of the Quest page. This Conversion of Stay At The System Page - Updated to CLib-NG creates one .dll file that works in all Skyrim SE versions, including AE 1.6.629+.

Main FilesStay At System Page

Stagger Direction Fix - SSE

    SKSE DLL

A skse plugin that fix the character's wrong stagger direction bug when the stagger triggered by spell, shout and range weapon.

Main FilesStagger Direction Fix-SSE V2.02b

Whose Quest is it Anyway NG

    SKSE DLL

Swaps the "Quest items cannot be removed..." message for a more descriptive message informing you which quest the item belongs to. This Conversion of Whose Quest is it Anyway to CLib-NG creates one .dll file that works in all Skyrim SE versions, including AE 1.6.629+.

Main FilesWhoseQuestIsItAnyway

Yes Im Sure

    SKSE DLL

This mod disables annoying message prompts asking you if you're sure you'd like to craft/improve/exit menus

Old FilesYesImSure

Unofficial Patch

Unofficial High Definition Audio Project

   

A high-definition restoration of Skyrim's original voices and music, drawing from the much higher quality PS4 audio as a source.

Main FilesMusic - HQMain FilesVoices EN - Part 1Main FilesVoices EN - Part 2

Unofficial Skyrim Special Edition Patch

   

This mod is a comprehensive bug fixing mod for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition.

Main FilesUnofficial Skyrim Special Edition Patch

Unofficial Skyrim Modder's Patch - USMP SE

   

An extensive community compilation of fixes for bugs, inconsistencies, and errors that can come to light from a modded Skyrim and its DLCs. Curated with both mod-makers and players in mind to aid the in-game experience and serve as a base, so mod authors don't need to keep finding, fixing, and working around the same old problems

Main FilesUnofficial Skyrim Modder's Patch - USMP SEVersion:2.5.8c

Skyrim Extended Cut - Saints and Seducers

   

Skyrim: Extended Cut - Saints and Seducers is an overhaul and expansion of the Saints & Seducers official Creation. A handful of elements from the original quest have been preserved and expanded into a new, fully-voiced quest.

Main FilesSkyrim Extended Cut - Saints and SeducersVersion:1.0.0.6

Skyrim Extended Cut Saints and Seducers - Quest Patch

   

Skyrim Extended Cut: Saints and Seducers introduce a new worldspace with new quests and NPC's, which means it's theoretically compatible with most mods out of the box. The problem comes, for the most part, from the one single NPC that is edited instead of given a new instance.

Main Filesesl flagged espVersion:1.0

Vanilla Script (micro)Optimizations

   

Rewriting many of the vanilla game scripts to increase efficiency. Replacing slower "convenience functions" with their faster native counterparts. Re-ordering condition checks to implement "fail fast fail early" approach. Cacheing of often-used values.

Main FilesVanilla Script microOptimizations

Vanilla Scripting Enhancements

   

This mod optimizes certain vanilla scripts with PO3 Extender to reduce script lag when using lots of mods.

Main FilesBSA VersionVersion:2.0
   

These mod improvements some of the badly optimised vanilla navmeshes.

Main FilesNavigator - Navmesh FixesVersion:1.4.5

Other Bug Fixes

OnMagicEffectApply Replacer

   

Frequent call fix of OnMagicEffectApply event in different scripts.

Main FilesOnMagicEffectApply Replacer EffectiveVersion:1.8.1

DLC2dunFrostmoonTriggerScript Optimization

   

Reworks the DLC2dunFrostmoonTriggerScript not to check repeatedly if you're near the camp by replacing an inefficient event with RegisterForSingleUpdateGameTime.

Main FilesDLC2dunFrostmoonTriggerScript OptimizationVersion:1.0.0

DLC2dunNchardakDoorSeal Script Infinite Loop Fix

   

Fixes the DLC2dunNchardakDoorSeal script not to enter an infinite loop when used by mods and stops currently stuck instances.

Main FilesDLC2dunNchardakDoorSeal Script Infinite Loop FixVersion:1.2.0

DLC2dunSeekerInvisScript Fix

   

Reworks the DLC2dunSeekerInvisScript to improve performance and prevent FPS drops by replacing an inefficient while loop with RegisterForSingleUpdate.

Main FilesDLC2dunSeekerInvisScript FixVersion:1.1.0

DLC2MiraakScript Fix

   

Fixes the DLC2MiraakScript not to take up all of the game's scripting resources and wrecking the scripting engine by reworking a very inefficient while loop.

Main FilesDLC2MiraakScript FixVersion:1.0.0

DLC2TribalWerebearScript Fix

   

Fixes the DLC2TribalWerebearScript not to get stuck running in your save, optimizes it to not get constantly updated unless needed and retroactively stops currently stuck instances, if any exist.

Main FilesDLC2TribalWerebearScript FixVersion:1.0.1

eFPS - Exterior FPS boost

   

This mod aims to improve FPS by extensively using a native engine feature called Occlusion Culling. Occlusion Panes have been strategically hand-placed to enhance performance without affecting visibility and immersion.

Main FileseFPS - Exterior FPS boost

eFPS - Anniversary Edition

   

This mod aims to improve the 4 Creation Club DLC FPS by extensively using a native engine feature called Occlusion Culling. Occlusion Panes have been strategically hand-placed to enhance performance without affecting visibility and immersion.

Main FileseFPS - AnniversaryEditionFreeCCVersion:1.1

Fish Plaque Fix

   

Fixes bugged fish plaques that only let you mount fish in a single Hearthfire house.

Main FilesFish Plaque Fix

Bard Instrumentals Mostly - Sing Rarely

   

This mod makes it so Bards sing less frequently in taverns.

Main FilesBard Instrumentals Mostly - Sing Rarely

Beard Mask Fix - Beards Use Slot 44 SKSE Plugin

    SKSE DLL

This mod makes it possible to wear face masks on characters with facial hair without the beard clipping into the mask.

Main FilesBeard Mask Fix

Beard Mask Fix SE

    SKSE DLL

Port of Beard Mask Fix by Parapets to Skyrim version 1.5.97

Main FilesBeard Mask Fix SEVersion:2.0

Combat Music Fix - Papyrus

   

Fixes the bug where Combat Music may become stuck in a loop after combat ends. This version uses Papyrus and does not require SKSE.

Main FilesCombat Music Fix - PapyrusVersion:2.0.0Optional FilesCombat Music Fix - Moonpath to ElsweyrVersion:2.0.0

Fuz Ro D-oh - Silent Voice

    SKSE DLL

A SKSE64 plugin that adds support for unvoiced in-game dialog.

Old FilesFuz Ro D'ohVersion:1.7

LOD Unloading Bug Fix

   

Fixes the bug where LOD objects don't unload if you load an exterior save and fast travel.

Main FilesLOD Unloading Bug Fix

Lock Overhaul - Ordinator Version

   

Useful for bashing open those annoying locks.

Main FilesLock Overhaul - Ordinator Version
  • Problem: xEdit will spew out errors on Lock Overhaul - Ordinator Version.
  • Solution: Load and resave Lock_Overhaul.esp in the Creation Kit this should stop it.

Sound Hammering Sounds

   

This mod fixes a sound bug when NPCs would perform house repairs or maintenance on the mast of a ship. This action will no longer make the sound of hammering on metal, instead it will make an appropriate wooden sound.

Main FilesSound Hammering Sounds

Better Jumping SE

    SKSE DLL

This mod Allows you to jump while sprinting. Also, you can configure jump height multiplier, how many times you can jump (double jump like in action games).

Main FilesBetter Jumping SEVersion:1.7.3

To Your Face SE - AE - VR

    SKSE DLL

NPCs will not speak greetings towards the Dragonborn's back. SKSE plugin.

Main FilesTo Your Face SEVersion:1.0h

Perks and Leveling

Custom Skills Framework

    NET Script Framework

This mod allows mod authors to create an unlimited amount of new custom skills with their own perk trees.

Old FilesCustom Skills Framework v1Version:1

Dragonborn - Shouts Perk Tree

   

Dragonborn - Shouts Perk Tree is a standalone perk tree designed to be paired with Forceful Tongue - Shouts Overhaul, but doesn’t require it.

Old FilesDragonborn - Shouts Perk TreeVersion:3.1.0Old FilesDragonborn - Ordinator PatchVersion:1.0

Lexy's LOTD - Uncapper INI

   

Custom tweaked Uncapper INI.

Optional FilesLexy's LOTD - Uncapper INIVersion:1.0

Leveling Freedom - Configure your XP Curve - Gentler Smoother Steeper or Flat

   

Tired of flying through the first 30 levels only to find your character stuck in proverbial molasses? Do you want more control over how your character progresses? Configure your levelling curve! Settings are saved with each character via an MCM.

Main FilesLeveling Freedom ESPFEVersion:0.B

Ordinator - Perks of Skyrim

    MCM Settings Loader

Ordinator overhauls the perk trees of Skyrim with over 400 perks to improve the depth and fun of building and playing your character. It accomplishes this in a lightweight, compatible and clean fashion.

Main FilesOrdinator 9.31.0Optional FilesThief Skills Rebalance for Ordinator

Lexy's Ordinator for Spell Perk Item Distributor

    SPID

Custom ini for Ordinator for Spell Perk Item Distributor.

Optional FilesLexy's Ordinator for Spell Perk Item Distributor

Optimised Scripts for Ordinator

   

Optimised versions (mostly small micro-optimisations) of some of the scripts used by the Ordinator - Perks of Skyrim mod. Requires the original mod. Does not change any functionality except for improving efficiency.

Main FilesOptimised Scripts for OrdinatorVersion:1.2.0

Reading Is Good (SKSE)

    SKSE DLL

This mod reworks skill books so that instead of granting levels instantly, they give you a permanent boost to your levelling speed in the respective skill. This means that you benefit more by reading them as soon as you find them.

Old FilesReading Is Good SE (1.5.97)Version:1.1.0

The Eloquent Reader - True Scholar SE Edition

    zMerge

The Dragonborn become a true Scholar and gains the ability to increase his speechcraft by reading books.

Main FilesThe Eloquent Reader - True Scholar SE EditionOptional FilesThe Eloquent Reader - True Scholar SE Edition - Less XP (Main File needed)
Special Instructions
  • Make sure to merge the Main Files and the Optional Files together in Mod Organizer so the scripts end up in the Miscellaneous Merge.

Experience

    SKSE DLL

Gain levels by completing quests and exploring. Skills don't contribute to the character's level anymore!

Main FilesExperience NGVersion:3.1.0

Lexy's Experience ini

   

This mod is a custom INI file for the mod Experience specially tailored for use with the guide.

Miscellaneous FilesLexy's Experience ini

Skyrim Extended Cut - Saints and Seducers - Experience Patch

   

This mod changes the quests given by Skyrim Extended Cut - Saints and Seducers - Experience Patch to be more consistent with Experience.

Optional FilesSkyrim Extended Cut - Saints and Seducers - Experience PatchVersion:1.0

User Interface

Constructible Object Custom Keyword System for Skyrim 1.5

    SKSE DLL

Port of Constructible Object Custom Keyword System by Parapets to Skyrim version 1.5.97

Main FilesC.O.C.K.S. SEVersion:2.0

Versatile Item and Group Re-Assignment - C.O.C.K.S. Enhanced

   

Enhances the Constructible Object Custom Keyword System mod with additional categories and support for various popular mods.

Main FilesVersatile Item and Group Re-AssignmentVersion:1.0.1

Constructible Object Custom Keyword System - Separate Weapon and Armor

   

Improves the Constructible Object Custom Keyword System mod by splitting Armour and Weapon categories.

Main FilesConstructible Object Custom Keyword System - Seperate Weapon and ArmorVersion:1.0.0

Cooking Categories Improvement (Constructible Object Custom Keyword System - Fixes)

   

Adds thoughtful, zero-conflict sub-categories to the cooking and baking stations through the power of COCKS!

Main FilesCooking Categories Improvement (2.0.0)Version:2.0.0

Extended UI

    CLASSIC CONVERT EXTRACT THE BSA

Extended UI is a project that attempts to fix parts of the user interface. Currently, the intent is for Extended UI to be a complementary mod to SkyUI rather than to replace parts of SkyUI.

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

UIExtensions

   

This mod adds various custom menus to Skyrim for modder use.

Main FilesUIExtensions v1-2-0

A Matter of Time - A HUD clock widget

   

The mod adds a widget to the HUD which displays the current in-game time in two ways: as a picture showing the current time of day, and as a clock.

Main FilesAMatterOfTime_v3_0_0_alpha_4

Better Third Person Selection - BTPS

    SKSE DLL

This mod improves the Third Person Selection.

Main FilesBetter Third Person Selection (AE - SE)Version:0.5.8

Clutter Filter for BTPS

   

A filter configuration for Better Third Person Selection to avoid low-value clutter and tool items. Exclusions keep quest items, crafting materials, gifts and other useful items available.

Limited to the full BTPS selection mode, you can override the filter by switching to default selection mode by going into the first person view.

Main FilesClutter Filter for BTPSVersion:1.0

Immersive HUD - iHUD Special Edition

   

This mod increases immersion by hiding non-essential HUD elements until needed.

Main FilesImmersive HUD - iHUD

Interface Hard Coded Key Tweaks

    CLASSIC

More of your remapped keys will work instead of having to use the hardcoded ones and allows binding commands to the Numpad.

Main FilesNumpad Bindable

Lexy's LOTD Main Menu Replacer

   

This is a custom main menu replacer for use with Lexy's LOTD Skyrim SE Modding guide.

Main FilesCustom Lexy Main Menu Replacer

MCM Helper

    SKSE DLL

Simplifies the creation of Mod Configuration Menus and extends them with powerful new features, such as persistent INI settings and hotkey registration. Mod authors will be able to write simpler, cleaner Papyrus scripts for their configs. Players will be able to spend less time in menus.

Miscellaneous FilesMCM Helper SE (1.5.97 BACKPORT)
Idiot Check

Make sure you installed the correct file: (1.5.97 BACKPORT)

Minimal Oblivion Dialogue Menu (Moded EZ2C Dialogue Menu)

   

A Minimal Oblivion Dialogue Menu. Clean, Simple and it just works.

Main FilesMinimal EZ2C

Lexy's - EZ2C Dialogue Menu Config

   

This Config file restores the original look and behaviour of the original EZ2C.

Miscellaneous FilesLexy's - EZ2C Dialogue Menu Config

moreHUD SE

    SKSE DLL

This mod displays information about an object that the player is targeting such as alchemy effects, weight, and complete armour/weapon stats without having to pick them up.

Optional FilesmoreHUD SE Light Master- Pre AEVersion:4.1.2.0

moreHUD Inventory Edition

    SKSE DLL

This mod brings some features from moreHUD into the inventory menu.

Optional FilesmoreHUD Inventory Edition Loose Version - Pre AEVersion:1.0.20

Skyrim Skill Interface Re-Texture

   

This mod retextures the skill interface used when leveling up and selecting perks.

Main FilesSSIRT SE v4.1

SkyHUD

   

Toggle HUD elements on or off, scale sizes, change positions and swap elements with alternative version. Features dot crosshair, slim compass, alternate ammo display, detached compass markers and built-in support for font mods.

Main FilesSkyHUD v090B v4Version:0.90BUpdate FilesPatch - SkyHUD v090BVersion:0.90.1BOptional FilesImmersive HUD Patch v2Version:0.90B

SkyUI

    EXTRACT THE BSA

This mod replaces the console-based UI with a more comprehensive and functional one suitable to a PC environment.

Main FilesSkyUI_5_2_SE
Special InstructionsDelete the following file(s) and/or folder(s):
  • Scripts\ski_configmenu.pex
  • Problem: SkyUI_SE.esp will spew out errors in SSEEdit.
  • Solution: Add Skyrim.esm to the plugin's file header.
    1. Load Only SkyUI_SE.esp and Skyrim.esm in SSEEdit.
    2. Right-click on SkyUI_SE.esp and select Add Masters.
    3. A Popup box should appear, check Skyrim.esm and click OK.
    4. Save and Exit.
  • SkyUI_SE.esp can be safely flagged as an ESM and an ESL.
  • Load the mod in SSEEdit then right-click on the Record Flags in the File Header. A popup box should appear, left-click on Edit and tick both the ESM and ESL checkboxes. This will turn the ESP into an ESP Flagged as an ESM and an ESL.

Smaller Vanilla Cursors SE

   

This mod shrinks the cursor so the player can actually see what they are clicking on.

Main FilesSmaller Vanilla Cursors

Sovngarde - A Nordic Font

   

Sovngarde is a custom font created to support a multilingual user base and blend seamlessly into Skyrim's lore.

Main FilesSovngarde - A Nordic Font Bold V8.9

The Elder Scrolls Legends - Loading Screens

   

This mod adds 56 high quality and lore-friendly artworks from "The Elder Scrolls: Legends" as loading screens. Works as a vanilla replacer and alongside vanilla loading screens.

Main FilesTESL - Loading Screens - ESP and MeshesVersion:2.1.0Main FilesTextures - 2KVersion:2.1.0

TrueHUD - HUD Additions

   

HUD additions formerly included in True Directional Movement were completely reworked and improved! Very customizable actor info bars, boss bars, player widget, recent loot log and an API for other plugins. Modular and customizable through MCM.

Main FilesTrueHUD

Curated Bosses for True HUD

   

Tweaks True HUD's boss bar feature to be much stricter in its selection, reserving boss bars for bosses that are important to the story or have unique mechanics. Includes full Creation Club support and support for several quest mods.

Main FilesCurated Bosses for True HUD

Character Creation

RaceMenu

    SKSE DLL

A Complete overhaul of the character creation menu including new customization features such as multiple RGBA warpaints, body paints, hand paints, and foot paints.

Old FilesRaceMenu Special Edition v0-4-16

RaceMenu 0.4.16 Memory Leak Hotfix (SE)

    SKSE DLL

Fixes a severe memory leak issue in RaceMenu 0.4.16 (SE 1.5.97)

Main FilesRaceMenu 0.4.16 Memory Leak Hotfix (SE)

World Map

A Clear Map of Skyrim and Other Worlds

   

A Clear Map of Skyrim and Other Worlds improves the map's weather to enhance visibility, modifies the map camera for optimal viewing, and adds the missing world maps of the Soul Cairn, Forgotten Vale, Blackreach, Sovngarde, and Skuldafn. Optional DynDOLOD rules can be used to add missing details to the map. Oh. Almost forgot. I also added roads!

Main FilesA Clear Map of Skyrim and Other Worlds FOMODVersion:4.0

Dynamic snow For Map

    CLASSIC

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

Main FilesType 2

Atlas Map Markers SE - Updated with MCM

   

Explore Skyrim and discover hidden and hard-to-find locations such as wilderness camps, shrines, cave exits, and much more. This is an update to Kronixx's classic mod, Atlas Map Markers. It builds on the original mod and adds MCM options with complete control over the new map markers and all of the vanilla map markers.

Main FilesAtlas Map Markers

CoMAP - Common Marker Addon Project

   

CoMAP is an SKSE based framework that allows the adding of custom map/compass marker designs, editing marker discovery music and changing marker assignments without any need for an esp. Ships with a large variety of built-in marker types for you to use and premade config files for various mods.

Main FilesCoMAP
Once installed, open SKSE\Plugins\MapMarkerFramework.ini and change the following: 
[Hud]
bObscuredUndiscovered=1

The World of Skyrim - Dynamic LOD

HD Enhanced Terrain

    CLASSIC

This mod gives a more detailed "grass-like" effect to terrain at long-distance (hence the increased noise) and contains higher-resolution detail.

Main FilesHD Enhanced Terrain PRO - Blended VersionVersion:PRO

DynDOLOD Resources SE 3

   

DynDOLOD is a set of simple tools based on xEdit/xLODGen to automatically create a Skyrim mod based on the load order which adds distant LOD for objects and trees to Skyrim. By combining DynDOLOD with xLODGen users can create drastically enhanced static object LOD + tree LOD and the new, optional dynamic distant object LOD in a few simple steps.

Note

This mod is not completely installed until the executables have been run in the final section of the guide.

Note

Use whatever the latest is available.

Main FilesDynDOLOD Resources SE 3.00Version:Alpha-36
Idiot Check

Make sure you have setup DynDOLOD as per the Prerequisites guide. Also make sure you are using the SE version of the mod.

Far Object LOD Improvement Project SSE

   

Additional far object LOD resources for use with DynDOLOD. Features the ability to add roads to the map via object LOD.

Note

This mod is not completely installed until the executables have been run in the final section of the guide.

Note

Use whatever the latest is available.

Main FilesFar Object LOD Improvement Project SSE

New Lands and Quests

Falskaar

    CAO EXTRACT THE BSA

Falskaar is a new lands mod that adds an entirely new worldspace to the world. It's accessed by a dungeon the first time, then by boat from then on out. Falskaar's goal was to act as a DLC, adding content in almost every area. There is a new land, places, people, quests, dungeons and more for the player to experience. It adds roughly 20+ hours of content and favours all types of characters.

Main FilesFalskaar V2_2
Special Instructions
  • Launch Cathedral Assets Optimizer pick the Lexy's LOTD SE - BSA Profile from the drop-down menu then run the mod through Cathedral Assets Optimizer.

Falskaar - Addons and Patches

   

This mod is a collection of tweaks, enhancements, and patches for Falskaar.

Main FilesFalskaar - Addons and Patches 1.6Version:1.6

Comprehensive Falskaar Fixes

   

Falskaar by Alexander J Velicky is a defining DLC sized new land mod that has been around for years. A wonderful mod that unfortunately no longer receives updates, and has had many replicable bugs reported through the years. This mod rebuilds all the quests and scripts from the ground up to improve stability.

Main FilesComprehensive Falskaar Fixes

Helgen Reborn

    CAO

THE definitive quest mod for rebuilding Helgen! Learn the legend of The Keepers of Hattu as you reunite two old soldiers and are thrust into a decades-old feud with a ruthless and powerful Justiciar from the Aldmeri Dominion.

Optional FilesHelgen Reborn SSE Version 106 With loose files
Special InstructionsDelete the following file(s) and/or folder(s):
  • textures\actors\character\facegendata\facetint\helgen reborn.esp\*.tga

Launch Cathedral Assets Optimizer and pick the Lexy's LOTD SE - BSA Profile from the drop-down menu, then run the mod through Cathedral Assets Optimizer.

Helgen Reborn with Level and Quest Requirement

   

Adds a configurable quest requirement to Helgen Reborn. The Courier also gives you the book when level and optional quest conditions are met.

Main FilesHelgen Reborn level req MCM

Helgen Reborn's Keepers of Hattu Retexture SE

   

Retextures The Keepers of Hattu sets from Helgen Reborn.

Main FilesHelgen Reborn Keepers of Hattu Retexture SE - 2KVersion:1.1

Konahrik's Accoutrements

    CAO

This mod makes encounters with the named Dragon Priests a more challenging and rewarding experience.

Main FilesKonarik's Accoutrements - Dragon Priest Armory
Special InstructionsLaunch Cathedral Assets Optimizer and pick the Lexy's LOTD SE - BSA Profile from the drop-down menu, then run the mod through Cathedral Assets Optimizer.   Delete The following files or folders:
  • konahrik_accoutrements.esp

Konahrik's Accoutrements - Fixed Esp

    LOOT

Esp fix for Konahrik's Accoutrements.

Main FilesKonahrik's Accoutrements - Fixed EspVersion:1.0.1

Konahrik's Accoutrements Upscaled Textures

   

This mod upscale the textures from Konahrik's Accoutrements.

Main FilesKAUP

Abjuration Affects Acolytes

   

Konahrik's Accoutrements adds a spell called "Abjuration", which dragon priests and the undead are extremely allergic to. This mod allows the spell also to deal damage to the dragon priests added by the Dragonborn DLC on Solstheim.

Main FilesAbjuration Affects Acolytes

Moon and Star

    CAO EXTRACT THE BSA

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...

Main FilesMoon and Star
Special InstructionsLaunch Cathedral Assets Optimizer and pick the Lexy's LOTD SE - BSA Profile from the drop-down menu, then run the mod through Cathedral Assets Optimizer.

Delete the following file(s) and/or folder(s):
  • MoonAndStar_MAS.esp

Moon and Star Replacer

   

This mod cleans up and fixes Moon and Star. Special Thanks to SirJesto for help on this.

Main FilesMoon and Star Replacer

Moonpath to Elsweyr SSE

    CAO EXTRACT THE BSA

This Mod adds the DLC size quest set in the land of Elsweyr.

Main FilesMoonpath to Elsweyr SSE
Special InstructionsLaunch Cathedral Assets Optimizer and pick the Lexy's LOTD SE - BSA Profile from the drop-down menu, then run the mod through Cathedral Assets Optimizer.

Unofficial Moonpath to Elsweyr Patch

   

This Mod is an unofficial patch to resolve various issues with Moonpath to Elsweyr.

Main FilesUnofficial Moonpath to Elsweyr Patch

Moonpath To Elsweyr Retexture SE

   

This mod retextures most of the custom textures from Moonpath To Elsweyr.

Main FilesMoonpath To Elsweyr Retexture SEVersion:1.0Optional FilesSiligonder Armor - Sigil On ShoulderVersion:1.1

Moonpath to Elsweyr- Hyena Replacer

   

This mod replaces the hyena models with a new model

Main FilesMoonpath Hyena Replacer

Moonpath to Elsweyr Sky and Lightning fix

    EXTRACT THE BSA zMerge

This Mod Fixes the always daytime, overly bright sky in Moonpath to Elsweyr.

Main FilesMoonpath Music - Sky and Light fix - Merged 1.3

Teldryn Serious - A Teldryn Sero Backstory Quest SSE

   

This mod is a lore-friendly, fully voiced quest about Teldryn Sero's dangerous past.

Main FilesTeldryn Serious Enhanced Edition

Teldryn Serious Patch

   

This mod adds some collision markers to hopefully prevent NPCs from falling to the water during the ship battle and thus bugging out the quest.

Main FilesTeldryn Serious PatchVersion:1.1.5Update FilesDaedric Shrines - Azura patchesVersion:1.0.0

The Forgotten City

    CAO EXTRACT THE BSA xEdit -- Quick Auto Clean

The Forgotten City offers a unique gameplay experience: a murder mystery investigation set in an ancient underground city. It has a dark, non-linear story in which you'll explore the city in multiple timelines, interrogate suspects, navigate challenging moral dilemmas, and fight new enemies.

Main FilesThe Forgotten City
Special InstructionsLaunch Cathedral Assets Optimizer and pick the Lexy's LOTD SE - BSA Profile from the drop-down menu, then run the mod through Cathedral Assets Optimizer.
  • Problem: ForgottenCity.esp contains 7 ITMS's (Identical to Master Records).
  • Solution: Load ForgottenCity.esp using SSEEDIT - Quick Auto Clean and let it clean the mod as you would the base ESMs.

Forgotten City Music Fixer

   

This mod fixes the infamous bug with the Forgotten City that causes the music to continue playing after finishing the mod.

Main FilesThe Forgotten City Music Bug Fixer - Version 2.2 (esl flagged)

The Forgotten City - Decree of the Arbiter spell music Fix

   

This is a music fixer for the Decree of the Arbiter spell. I love the power, but the music keeps on going.

Main FilesThe Forgotten City decree Music Spell Fix

The Gray Cowl of Nocturnal SE

    CAO EXTRACT THE BSA

For a long time no one claimed the Gray Cowl of Nocturnal. The last one was the Champion of Cyrodiil at the ending days of the Third Era. But what happened after the Oblivion Crisis? Where is the Gray Cowl now? You're a thief and during stealing and pickpocketing items around the world, a vision appears in front of you. The Gray Cowl is calling. The big journey has started... Where will you go now? Many places are awaiting you. Legendary places, mysterious places, ancient places that needs to be cleaned up from the sands of time. The Gray Cowl wants you.

Main FilesThe Gray Cowl of Nocturnal
Special InstructionsLaunch Cathedral Assets Optimizer and pick the Lexy's LOTD SE - BSA Profile from the drop-down menu, then run the mod through Cathedral Assets Optimizer.

The Gray Cowl of Nocturnal SSE - HD Pack

   

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.

Main FilesThe Gray Cowl of Nocturnal SE - HD Texture pack

Gray Cowl of Nocturnal Alikr Flora Overhaul SE

   

Additional Desert Flora for MannyGT's Gray Cowl of Nocturnal

Main FilesGray Cowl of Nocturnal - Alikr Flora Overhaul (PACKED)Version:1.7se

The Gray Cowl of Nocturnal SE - Addons and Patches

    zMerge

This mod is a collection of tweaks, enhancements and patches for The Grey Cowl of Nocturnal.

Main FilesThe Gray Cowl of Nocturnal SE - Addons and Patches 1.3

The Tools of Kagrenac

    CAO EXTRACT THE BSA

Go on a quest to recover the legendary Tools of Kagrenac. Encounter new allies and enemies, explore sprawling dungeons and add powerful new artifacts and spells to your arsenal in this fully-voiced quest mod

Main FilesThe Tools of Kagrenac V1.59 SSE
Special InstructionsLaunch Cathedral Assets Optimizer and pick the Lexy's LOTD SE - BSA Profile from the drop-down menu, then run the mod through Cathedral Assets Optimizer.

Wyrmstooth

    CAO EXTRACT THE BSA

Wyrmstooth adds a new quest that takes the Dragonborn to the island of Wyrmstooth situated north of Solitude across the Sea of Ghosts.

Main FilesWyrmstooth
Special InstructionsLaunch Cathedral Assets Optimizer and pick the Lexy's LOTD SE - BSA Profile from the drop-down menu, then run the mod through Cathedral Assets Optimizer.

Wyrmstooth - Creation Club Ingredient Patches

   

Patches Wyrmstooth's ingredients for Rare Curios

Main FilesWyrmstooth - Rare Curios Ingredients PatchVersion:1.0.0

Joseph Russell's Writing Patches

   

A collection of patches to address text issues in the top Quest and New Lands mods on the Nexus, such as Falskaar and The Gray Cowl of Nocturnal. Content includes typo fixes, grammar improvements, and even entirely re-written journal entries and in-game books.

Optional FilesFalskaar - Writing Patch (WIP)Version:0.6Optional FilesThe Gray Cowl of Nocturnal - Writing Patch (WIP)Version:0.2

Modified and Expanded - Vanilla Quests

Alternate Start - Live Another Life

    CAO EXTRACT THE BSA

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. The player will be given the opportunity to choose a race and then a new life to lead. A wide variety of choices will be available. What is chosen will have a lasting impact, so choose carefully or the gods may forsake them again!

Main FilesAlternate Start - Live Another Life
Special InstructionsLaunch Cathedral Assets Optimizer and pick the Lexy's LOTD SE - BSA Profile from the drop-down menu, then run the mod through Cathedral Assets Optimizer.

Andrealphus' Harder Quests

   

This mod changes several quests, giving them higher requirements for objectives to be fullfilled.

Main FilesAndrealphus' Harder Quests - No Easy Bloodkin

At Your Own Pace

   

The mod is an overhaul of the first half of the main quest, designed to provide the player with breaks at each stage.

Main FilesAt Your Own Pace - College of WinterholdVersion:2.0.1MGMain FilesAt Your Own Pace - Main QuestVersion:2.1.0 Main FilesAt Your Own Pace - Misc Version:1.1.0MS

Blood on the Ice Redux SE

   

This mod adds a pair of previous steps to the quest so you can start looking for clues before Susanna the Wicked is killed and prevent any other murders in the city.

Main FilesBOTI v2_1_1 patch

Blood on the Ice Redux - Voiced ESP-FE

   

This mod splices, in additional voiced lined for Blood on the Ice Redux.

Main FilesBOTI Redux Voiced 1-1

Blood on the Ice Redux - Re-Voiced

   

AI-generated voice lines for the edited voice lines in Blood on the Ice Redux - Voiced ESP-FE.

Main FilesBlood on the Ice Redux - Re-VoicedVersion:1.0

Even Better Quest Objectives

   

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

Main FilesEven Better Quest Objectives SE v1.9.2

Finding Derkeethus

   

Fixes some issues with the quest to find Derkeethus, such as moving his cell key to a more logical location (i.e. not inside his cell with him), exposing the quest information in your journal, optionally adding a quest marker, and expanding the dialogue options for all those involved.

Main FilesFinding Derkeethus

Finding Susanna Alive - A Blood on the Ice Trigger Revision

   

This mod changes how Blood on the Ice is triggered to ensure that you'll be able to meet Susanna the Wicked alive and well in Candlehearth Hall before the butcher strikes.

Main FilesFinding Susanna Alive

Nilheim - Misc Quest Expansion

   

Fixes some issues with the misc quest at Nilheim and gives a bit more flexibility to your encounter with good old Telrav, adding a couple of additional dialogue choices and options for roleplaying.

Main FilesNilheim - Quest Expansion

Return to Pelagius' mind

   

Travel back to Pelagius' mind to retrieve items you forgot about. For example, Legacy of the Dragonborn's Jyggalag's Sword.

Main FilesReturn to Pelagius' mind

The Choice is Yours

   

Stop random greetings, comments, and rumours from triggering quests, as well as having forced encounters with NPCs automatically trigger the start of a quest. Now those quests won't be activated unless the player decides to pursue them. Rumours and gossip are just that... rumours and gossip. Some are worth investigating further, others are not.

Main FilesThe Choice is YoursVersion:2.7

Innocence Lost - Quest Expansion

   

This mod provides new paths (both good and evil) to complete the first Dark Brotherhood quest. Grelod the Kind, you'd better watch out. Fully voiced as usual.

Main FilesInnocence Lost - Quest Expansion

Paarthurnax - Quest Expansion

   

A fully voiced, quite expanded new take on the quest Paarthurnax, giving both the Blades and Paarthurnax good reasons for their stances, and you, Dragonborn, the final choice.

Main FilesPaarthurnax Quest ExpansionVersion:1.12

Modified and Expanded - Vanilla Radiant Quests and Systems

Favor Quests Separated

   

This separates several favour quests. In Vanilla, only one of each of the favour quests can be active. This mod changes that.

Main FilesFavor Quests SeparatedVersion:2.7Main FilesFavor Quests Separated - The Choice Is Yours PatchVersion:2.8Main FilesFavor Quests Seperated - Radiant Requirements PatchVersion:2.1Main FilesFavor Quests Seperated - USSEP PatchVersion:1.0

Headhunter - Bounties Redone

   

Bounty quests expanded for Bandits, Forsworn, Giants and Dragons. Like in the Witcher 3, bring "trophies" from your enemy to the Jarl as proof of the bounty or deliver the captured bandits to a guard for justice. Support for Missives, The Notice Board, AllGUD and more.

Main FilesHeadhunter - Bounties Redone

Missives

    MCM Settings Loader

This mod adds a large number of localized radiant quests found at Missive Boards of varying difficulty and with varying rewards.

Main FilesMissives 2.03 SSE

Missives - Worldspace Additions

   

This is a compilation of patches for Missives and several new landspace mods.

Main FilesMissives - Falskaar Patch v2.04bMain FilesMissives - Gray Cowl PatchVersion:2.06aMain FilesMissives - Solstheim Patch SE v2.03Main FilesMissives - Wyrmstooth PatchVersion:2.05

Missives - Experience Patch

    zMerge

This mod changes the quest givens by Missives to be more consistent with Experience.

Miscellaneous FilesMissives - Experience Patch

Missives - Bigger Trigger Box

    TOOL

Makes the trigger boxes that generates the missives for the bounty boards bigger that way you don't have to wait at the board for a couple of seconds for it to generate bounties

Main FilesMissives - Bigger Trigger Boxes

Missives - Notes Retexture

   

This tiny mod adds 9 images to replace the blank notes hanging on the board of the amazing Missives.

Main FilesMissives Notes Retexture

Missives - The Witcher Board HD

   

Replaces the board model from IronDusk33's Missives with a new one converted from The Witcher with HD textures.

Main FilesMissives - The Witcher Board HD

Quests Are In Skyrim

   

This mod makes it so radiant quests no longer send you to locations outside of the province of Skyrim.

Main FilesQuestsAreInSkyrim_USSEP_1_3

Even Better Quest Objectives - Quests Are In Skyrim USSEP Patch

   

A patch to resolve quest conflicts between Even Better Quest Objectives and Quests Are In Skyrim USSEP.

Main FilesEven Better Quest Objectives - Quests Are In Skyrim USSEP Patch

Radiant Requirements MCM

   

Modifies selected radiant quests so that they don't send you to locations with dangerous enemies until your level is high enough. Configurable by MCM.

Main FilesRadiant Requirements

Timing is Everything SE

   

This mod allows you to customize the starting conditions for various quests.

Main FilesTiming is Everything SEVersion:2.2

Modified and Expanded - Vanilla Guilds and Factions

Enhanced Skyrim Factions - The Companions Guild

    CLASSIC CONVERT EXTRACT THE BSA

This mod slows down the Companions Quest Line.

Main FilesESFCompanions REQUIREMENTS-ONLY VERSION
  • Problem: ESFCompanions.esp is in form 43.
  • Solution: Load and save the plugin in the Creation Kit to convert to form 44.

The Companions - Don't be a Milk Drinker

    zMerge

Restores honour to The Companions by removing the option to be a bully.

Optional FilesCompanions - Don't be a Milk Drinker (Farkas only option)_v1.0

Immersive College NPCs

    CAO EXTRACT THE BSA

Adds students and guards to the College of Winterhold for added immersion

Main FilesImmersive College NPCs
Special Instructions
  • Launch Cathedral Assets Optimizer and pick the Lexy's LOTD SE - BSA Profile from the drop-down menu, then run the mod through Cathedral Assets Optimizer.

Obscure's College of Winterhold

    CAO EXTRACT THE BSA

This mod is an expansion and overhaul for the College of Winterhold, including two new towers, a re-imagined Arcanaeum and Hall of the Elements, revised set dressing and clutter in many areas, changes that appear over time, door signs to assist with navigation, support for many other mods, and not a trace of hay.

Main FilesObscure's College of WinterholdVersion:1.6.1
Special Instructions
  • Please note uncheck the Mystic Condenser, and Tools of Kagrenac patches, as all of these are out of date and covered later on in the guide.
 
  • Launch Cathedral Assets Optimizer and pick the Lexy's LOTD SE - BSA Profile from the drop-down menu then run the mod through Cathedral Assets Optimizer.
Delete the following file(s) and/or folder(s):
  • OCW_CellSettings.esp

Obscure's College of Winterhold Addons

   

This mod provide a number of Addons for OCW.

Main FilesOCW Arcanaeum Flying Books

Obscure's College of Winterhold NPC Stuck in Staircase Fix

   

Fixes bug in Obscure's College of Winterhold where NPCs get stuck in the staircase between The Hall of Elements and The Arch-mage's Quarters.

Main FilesObscure's College of Winterhold NPC Stuck in Staircase Fix

Thieves Guild Requirements SE

    MCM Settings Loader

This mod makes it so Brynjolf will no longer automatically approach you in Riften. It also adds requirements that must be met in order to advance the Thieves Guild quest line.

Main FilesThieves Guild Requirements SEVersion:5.3Optional FilesThieves Guild Reformation - Taking Care of BusinessVersion:1.3Optional FilesThieves Guild Requirements SE - Droppable StonesVersion:5.3

Your Choices Matter - A Dark Brotherhood Expansion SSE

   

This mod extends the Dark Brotherhood questline in many ways and adds an optional alternate ending. The ending you get will depend on the choices you, the Player make, throughout the story. Completely voiced dialogues, using vanilla and xVASynth assets.

Main FilesYour Choices Matter - Dark Brotherhood Expansion main file SSE

Legacy of The Dragonborn

Legacy of the Dragonborn SSE

   

The Legacy of the Dragonborn is steeped in prophecy, myth, legend, and history itself. Explore forgotten lore and uncover the lost relics of the 7 Dragonborn of the bygone eras of Tamriel. From those merely mentioned in the title to those who wielded the power of the voice, many legendary and influential people held the title of “Dragonborn” and they all link to the lost covenant of Akatosh.

“Legacy of the Dragonborn” is a MASSIVE addition which will change the way you play Skyrim forever. Meet the curator Auryen Morellus at the museum in Solitude and he will help guide you in your quest to gather the many relics of Tamriel's history as well as provide a fully equipped player home and many many more quests as well. As you display relics you will unlock more history and lore as you encounter new challenges, meet new NPCs and embark to establish your own guild, "The Explorer's Society".

Aim to explore and discover lost places, artifacts, and history, build the guild house from the ground up as the guild master, then recruit new members, each with their own unique backstories and special guild functions. Explore ruins and excavate relic fragments to re-assemble into artifacts to display in the museum. Set up a guild store with the quartermaster and much more.

Main FilesLegacy of the DragonbornVersion:5.6.5

Legacy of the Dragonborn Cleaned Textures

    CAO

these are the textures of LOTD cleaned of compression artefacts and some bad overwrites.

Main FilesLOTDCT_BC7Version:1Update FilesBlue Fabric FixVersion:1.0.1
Special InstructionsLaunch Cathedral Assets Optimizer and pick the Lexy's LOTD SE - No BSA Profile from the drop-down menu, then run the mod through Cathedral Assets Optimizer.

Better Wine Labels - Vanilla and Legacy of the Dragonborn

   

This mod replaces wine label textures with new HD textures and normal map.

Main FilesLOTD VersionOptional FilesSan's Spiced Wine

Legacy of The Dragonborn - Dwemer Compass Replacer

   

This mod replaces the Dwemer Compass from Legacy of The Dragonborn with higher quality model

Main FilesLegacy of The Dragonborn - Dwemer Compass Replacer

Legacy of the Dragonborn Plaques Retexture

   

This mod retextures the museum plaques.

Main FilesLotD Plaques Retexture

Legacy of the Dragonborn - Mementos

   

This mod is an add-on to Legacy of the Dragonborn. It replaces the skulls you find on Dark Brotherhood Targets with mementoes of the target.

Main FilesLOTD Mementos

Legacy of The Dragonborn - Museum Exterior Fixes

   

Fixes some visual issues with the museum's exterior such as road blending and UV maps

Main FilesLegacy of The Dragonborn - Museum Exterior FixesVersion:0.7

Legacy of The Dragonborn Perk Menus

    NET Script Framework

Perk Tree Menus for Legacy of The Dragonborn Archaeology skills

Main FilesLegacy of The Dragonborn Perk Menus

Legacy of The Dragonborn museum dome improved

   

Improves museum interior and exterior dome with meshes that reduce distortion.

Main FilesLegacy of The Dragonborn museum dome improved

Legacy of the Dragonborn dome retexture

   

Retexture of LotD glass dome window.

Main FilesLotD Dome retexture

Legacy of the Dragonborn - Player Homes Displays

   

Adding player homes displays (Breezehome, Lakeview Manor, etc) to Legacy of the Dragonborn museum!

Main FilesLegacy of the Dragonborn - Vanilla Player Homes DisplaysVersion:1.01Optional FilesLegacy of the Dragonborn - Vanilla Player Homes Displays -TCC PatchVersion:1.0

Paintings Remade - Legacy of The Dragonborn

   

Replaces Legacy of The Dragonborn paintings with new ones.

Main FilesPaintings Remade

Legacy of the Dragonborn - Quick Museum Shortcuts

   

Shortens two secret passages in Legacy of the Dragonborn, adds Hall of Secrets to the Curator's Guide.

Main FilesLoTD Quick Museum Shortcuts

Legacy of The Dragonborn - SMIM Chests

   

Replaces Legacy of The Dragonborn chests with SMIM models.

Main FilesLegacy of The Dragonborn - SMIM Chests

Legacy Safehouse Plus

   

Adds additional room configuration options for purchase for the Legacy of the Dragonborn safehouse as well as a cabinet display for Dwemer dishware.

Main FilesLegacy Safehouse Plus

Quest and Reward Delay for Legacy of the Dragonborn

   

Delays the various rewards and quests in Legacy of the Dragonborn to higher display count numbers.

Main FilesLegacy of the Dragonborn Delay Patch

Legacy of the Dragonborn Visual Overhaul

    CAO LOOT

This mod Overhaul of most of the major NPCs from Legacy of the Dragonborn.

Main FilesLegacy of the Dragonborn Visual OverhaulVersion:1.0Update FilesLegacy of the Dragonborn Visual Overhaul - updated espVersion:1.1
Special InstructionsLaunch Cathedral Assets Optimizer and pick the Lexy's LOTD SE - No BSA Profile from the drop-down menu, then run the mod through Cathedral Assets Optimizer.

Vibrant Explorers Guild banner (LOTD)

   

This mod adds a vibrant version of the Explorers Guild banner from Legacy of the Dragonborn.

Main FilesVibrant Explorers Guild banner (LOTD)

Fate Cards Remade - Legacy of The Dragonborn

   

Make each fate card unique with cool artwork.

Main FilesFate Cards Remade

Fate Cards New Style

   

A new Style for the Fate Cards of Legacy of the Dragonborn.

Optional FilesFate Cards new Style Xtudo VersionVersion:1.1.1

Fate Cards Remade - My version SE

   

Less saturation, an ancient paper version and replaced some icons with a more "medieval" style. For the wonderful lovely mod made by wSkeever.

Optional FilesFate Cards Remade - My version by Xtudo - Ancient paper patchVersion:1

Fossil Mining

   

This mod adds fossils that can be found randomly while mining.

Main FilesFossil Mining v3.2

Fossil Mining Map Markers (SSE Port)

   

This mod adds 10 map markers to the excavation sites added by Fossil Mining located in the hot springs area.

Main FilesFossil Mining Map Markers

Gemstones Remade - Legacy of The Dragonborn

   

This mod adds New alternative models and textures for LOTD gemstones.

Main FilesGemstones RemadeVersion:0.2

Relic Hunter (Legacy and ASLAL addon)

    zMerge

This addon pack for Legacy of the Dragonborn and Alternate Start - Live Another Life allows you to begin a new game as the guild master for the explorer's society. You start at the site of a small excavation of some Akaviri ruins with several explorer relic tools already at your disposal to get you going as a true relic hunter! The explorer's society and membership recruitment will already be established in this new start, allowing you access to all the benefits and features it has to offer.

Main FilesRelic Hunter- Guildmaster StartOptional FilesRelicHunter_Grass_Patch

More DBM Shipping Crates

    zMerge

This mod adds 7 new Shipping Crates to Tamriel (and 1 in Solstheim) for the excellent Legacy of the Dragonborn v5.

Old FilesMore DBM Shipping CratesVersion:2.0

LOTD Museum Shipment Crates Patch and Even More Crates for Mods

    zMerge

Some of the Dragonborn Museum shipment crates are placed over navmeshed terrain and cause actors to get stuck if they try to navigate through them. This patch moves the crates to nearby, logic places that have no navmesh by default, ensuring compatibility with the base game and any mods that don't make substantial changes to navmesh in those areas.

Main FilesLOTD Museum Shipment Crates PatchVersion:1.3 Optional FilesEven More LOTD Crates for Mods - FalskaarVersion:1.1 Optional FilesEven More LOTD Crates for Mods - Forgotten CityVersion:1.0 Optional FilesEven More LOTD Crates for Mods - Moon and StarVersion:1.0 Optional FilesEven More LOTD Crates for Mods - Moonpath to ElsweyrVersion:1.0 Optional FilesEven More LOTD Crates for Mods - The Grey Cowl of NocturnalVersion:1.0 Optional FilesEven More LOTD Crates for Mods - WyrmstoothVersion:1.0

Sahrotaar Must Die (for The Legacy of The Dragonborn Museum)

   

This mod provides a way to kill Sahrotaar and harvest its scales if you missed it.

Main FilesSahrotaar Must DieVersion:0.2

Morrowloot

Morrowloot Miscellania

   

This mod is a compatibility Patch for the Morrowloot Patches Merge.

Miscellaneous FilesMorrowloot Miscellania - Item DistributionVersion:1.4Miscellaneous FilesMorrowloot Miscellania - Unleveled UniquesVersion:1.0

Open World Loot

Open World Loot - Ghastly's WIP

    LOOT

A Loot and Encounter Zone Overhaul that focus on open world experience and freedom.
Also, enable easy integration for modded weapon or armour.

Optional FilesOpen World Loot - Ghastly's WIPVersion:1.0.0

Open World Loot - MLU

    LOOT

OWL Consistency for Morrowloot Miscellania.

Optional FilesOpen World Loot - MLUVersion:1.0
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