Modding on the Spectrum

Goooooooood Morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Loredas the 26th of Rain's hand and wage slaves rejoice the weekend has arrived. The blessed moons will be new tonight, and the hunters have already started their celebrating. It is another chilly predawn here on warm sands, but this one can already feel the tyranny of the sun approaching. This one will enjoy the spring while it lasts. Anyway, it is time once again for this one to tend the inn for our most honored guests. Excuse please while the ash pits are emptied, the vents are cleaned, and the fires rebuilt. You may wish to cover your tankards as this can get a tad dusty... There, much better no? Ah'vrie always likes to start the weekend off with happy fires, and a happy fire needs to breathe. Now to compost the ash, tend the garden, scrub the kettles... The life of an innkeeper is most glamorous yes? Let's put fresh water to the flame.

Our brew of the day is Istanbul espresso, and the biscuits are Ginger zingers. Checking the hot sheets we have 39 new mods today. Pretty much all jiggle with the odd patch. Let's see if anything catches the eye today that doesn't have a cup size over a fresh cuppa.

Lets see... AndrealphusVIII released Hand Grinder
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/148599
"This small mod adds a hand grinder, to grind wheat into flour." Handy if you run into an oven in the field and simply have to bake emergency sweet rolls ;-) thanks

makihaze released Better Taffy - Model Swapper
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/148610
"replace Better taffy mesh with diversity by Model Swapper. no esp" Sweet

AmbroseTheRed spammed us with jiggle and gets an honorable mention
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/AmbroseTheRed/mods?gameId=1704

kuroishitam released Headshot Kills - CIF
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/148579
"A shot to unprotected head of enemy will kill them instantly, for more immersion!"

As an unrepentant stealth archer this gets an immediate cookie. The old cat likes that you only trigger the insta-kill on an unprotected head. If the baddie is wearing a helmet you do standard damage. Nicely done. The old cat might need to test this one.

And that brings us to our mod of the day... Sound the trumpets, and summon the dancers

DarkDukla released DD - Vergi jewelry III
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/148596
"third jewelry collection from my wife :) 3BA and SMP, They can all be crafted and enchanted"

And they look great as well. Finally someone is giving AveBrave a run for the money. Definitely worth a look, and a cookie. DD's wife does nice work.

And that will do for today. The new casks of ale were delivered last night. The captain had to call for torches and boarding poles. Sight to see it was coming through the mountain passes in almost total darkness with her decks awash in torch light. Ah'vrie is undecided if this is brave or foolish with the dragons about, but the ale is fresh so this one will hold his tongue yes he will. We're serving mudcrab scrambles for the early meal. Ah'vrie will plan the late meal when he returns from the markets later.

The fires are stoked, the kettles scrubbed, and the floor was swept and mopped. Have a seat by the fires and warm your bones. We-B-Open!

Gooooooood Morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Fredas the 25th of Rain's Hand and thank the divines the weekend is nigh. It's a beautiful predawn here on warm sands. The blessed moons will be new this weekend and the hunters will be making merry for sure. Anyway, it's time once again for Ah'vrie to tend the inn. Excuse please while the fires are stoked, and fresh water is put to the flame...

Our brew of the day is Kahawa ya Congo, and the biscuits are Tate's chocolate chip. Checking the hot sheets we have 27 new mods. An eclectic mix with plenty of jiggles and patches. Let's see what catches the eye over a fresh cuppa... Definitely a fresh cuppa.

tylermcpotter released Sprint Faster (and werewolf too) as a first SSE mod. Welcome
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/148554
Changes sprint speed from the default 500 to 600, 700, 800, 900, or 1000. It affects both you and NPCs. Added werewolves. Only sprint. ESL. Thanks, another for the pile. We do like choice, but 1000 LOL. Run from Riften to Markarth in 2 minutes. Oookay

RangerBoyd's Campsites AIO
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/148403
"A collection of RangerBoyd's favorite Campsites." The old cat still prefers pitching a tent, but there is an appeal to having the camps waiting for you... lazy lol

We'll peek under the hood for the next two.

thehajo released CARE - Core Attribute Remaster and Expansion
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/148551
"Introduces a small and (hopefully) unintrusive system of 10 extra attributes into Skyrim, allowing you to customize your character even more." Re-imagines Attribute Value Application (AVA) by DrPharmDawg as an SKSE plugin. You'll definitely need to read the mod page for this one. It looks interesting and well thought out to an old cat. Thanks

jfixes released World Scales with Time - Unrestricted World Leveling System
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/148468
"Inspired by Time-Based Enemy Scaling, this mod offers the ability to separate world scaling from the player. The world will level-up as game-time passes."

Interesting concept, the more you slow down and enjoy the game the harder it gets? Not for an old cat's Zen game LOL. Should pair well with sprint 1000. This is another read the page mod. Intended for VR, untested in SE

And that brings us to another unexpected mod of the day

HAG - Occult Cradle Stone Tower by JJerem
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/148542
"An overhaul of the Cradle Stone Tower Location. Re-imagined Into an ancient ruin featuring new assets." Most of the 'added ruins' mods always look out of place to an old cat's eye. This one is... interesting. It has a sort of 'Weathertop' vibe from LOTR. This definitely is more interesting than the ubiquitous vanilla tower it replaces. 2 cookies

And that will do for today. The fires are stoked, the ketles scrubbed, and the floors are swept. Have a seat and the wenches will serve you. We-B-Open!

Gooooooood Morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Middas the 23rd of Rain's Hand and a chilly predawn here on warm sands. The blessed moons are waning through the final crescents and will be new this weekend. The hunters are already making plans. Anyway, it is time once again for this one to tend the inn. Excuse please while the fires are stoked, and fresh water is put to the flame...

Our brew of the day is Miami espresso, and the biscuits are Ginger zingers. Checking the hot sheets we have 31 new from the usual sources. Let's see what catches an old cat's eye over a fresh cuppa.

alemerandeiii released Unburied - Styrnik's Crypt as a first mod. Welcome
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/148412
"Explore a brand new dungeon underneath Skyrim. Skeletons and zombies await as you delve deeper, as well as a boss battle, dangerous traps, and unique loot and secrets."

A noobish mash up of kit pieces. but it looks like they had fun. Thanks, and welcome

Tabved's Skyrim Overhaul A second try at their first mod? Oookay
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/148391
A re-released version of their first mod under a new name with some of the more... interesting edits removed. Not for old cats, The original mod got 55 unique downloads and only 4 endorsements. Renaming it doesn't improve it... Thanks

megablackk1d released Extra Classes and Birthsigns
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/148420
"Sky Signs allows you to chose a birth sign at the beginning of the game after character creation. I'll be giving you a few more options!" Requires Summermyst, and FLM. Adds a nice selection of slightly OP starting buffs. Thanks

WhiteWolf424242 released Shout them Apart
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/148358
"Allows a fully charged Unrelenting Force shout to dismember and tear apart enemies. Comes with a short optional quest. Highly configurable settings, ESP-FE plugin."

Relies heavily on the dismemberment framework to turn a dialog line into a reality. Mind the requirements. (This one may require a little therapy ;-)

And we'll finish up with two from JTP
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/JamesTParker/mods?gameId=1704

A new Debt Alternate Routes: If you've completed Served cold or have a high enough illusion skill, you can avoid paying Mogrul

And surprisingly we'll call this our mod of the day...

Stones of Standing: "make the underpowered standing stones on par with the actually good ones. While leaving the already viable ones untouched."

Somebody finally figured out they're not all bad... Hooray! have a cookie

And that will do for today. The fires are stoked, the kettles scrubbed. and the floors are swept. Have a seat by the fires and warm your bones. We-B-Open!

Gooooooood morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. it is Tirdas the 22nd of Rain's Hand and a rather chilly predawn here on warm sands. The blessed moons have set and it is once again time for this one to tend the inn for our most honored guests. Excuse please while the fires are stoked, and fresh water is put to the flame...

Our brew of the day is Stockholm Lungo, and the biscuits are Chocolate chunk. Checking the hot sheets we have 57 new mods, mostly jiggles, dangles, and accessories. Not much catches the eye. We'll dive right in.

AgandaurAnarchy released Under-Robes as a second mod after a two year absence
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/148356
"Replaces Underwear with Robes!" Evidently when you play Skyrim together and the players get de-synced The NPCs all run around naked. Now they run around in robes. Why not?

knightradiant2 released two today
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/knightradiant2/mods?gameId=1704
Some Dawnguard Things, and flowerlands - a Grass Patch

The old cat likes that grass mod, Not as 'weedy' as most. It has more of a meadow feel that's been absent in recent grass mods. definitely worth a look.

FrankBlack released Diverse Woodchopping Blocks for HLT - Base Object Swapper
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/148317
"A Base Object Swapper Mod that distributes thirty-one variant woodchopping blocks around Skyrim" Happy Little trees is required for the textures. Just hide the plugin if you're not using the mod. This is a continuation of the log pile fix for lumbermills.

And our mod of the day... The old cat couldn't pass on this one. Just for BA...

Donation Barrel by tcbflash
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/148339
"Adds a "Donation Barrel" outside Helgen cave exit, for those times you looted too much junk while escaping Helgen."

Love the explanation. This mod is perfection in it's simplicity. Exactly what's needed, exactly where it's needed, and exactly when it's needed. The perfect mod. Zen achieved.

And that will do for today. The fires are stoked, the kettles scrubbed, and it still isn't Morndas. Life is good. We-B-Open!

Gooooood Morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Morndas the 21st of Rain's Hand. Wage slaves lament, the weekend is over. Hide if you can or work if you must, it's Morndas again. It's a quiet predawn here on warm sands, but this one still needs to tend the inn. Excuse please while the fires are stoked, and fresh water is put to the flame...

Our brew of the day is Capetown Lungo, and the biscuits... Maybe apricot thumbprint, we'll see. Checking the hot sheets we have 45 new but not much catches the eye. Let's dive in over a fresh cuppa.

Thunious released Baandari Standing Stones
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/148311
"Standing Stone overhaul focusing on distinct and flavorful effects based on excerpts from the Baandari fortune tellers." Another for the pile, but it's their second mod, no one's poking.

z0mba returns with Breezehome Patio as their second mod. Welcome back.
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/148273
"Adds a small patio and planter to the side of Breezehome." Sort of cute in a, "I'm learning the CK" kind of cute. If the clutter in the corner were replaced with a small table and a couple of chairs it could be nice. Keep working at your craft...

Vexcation released Camp Riverwood - SE
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/148303
"The mod adds a little, cottage-style home with an extensive outside camping area." Interesting location, Love the waterfalls, very Frank Loyd. Swim to the entrance? and no interior pictures at all. Has a Dibella theme so maybe we're not supposed to know ;-)

FishingPower released Simple Reshade for Cabbage ENB
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/148238
"A Reshade I made for myself based on Cabbage ENB with Biggies_Boss tweaks"

This is their second mod, as well as their second reshade for Cabbage. Very subtle, Slight increase in contrast and dynamic range. If anything it tones down the sharpening slightly. They've improved in the last three months. Keep working at your craft, and have a cookie

Ah'vrie has no mod of the day. Let's finish up with a little jiggle

Simply House Maid by AizenV
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/148253
"A very simple mod that add 5 maids to tend each of vanilla houses."

Pros...
They're not cookie cutter supermodel eye candy. Cute, but sorta real...ish
They have actual schedules. Visit places in town, have preferred day off hang outs...

Cons...
The author mentions mods that add extra beds to the vanilla houses
It's all or nothing. It would be nice to pick the houses you want them at

Why not? The dragonborn has better things to do than sweep the floors

And finally 3BA Pygmalion - Idealized Natural CBBE Preset by ak0d (NSFW)
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/148258
"An idealized (but not completely unrealistic) CBBE 3BA preset."

Nothing remarkable, what caught the old cat's eye is the weight transition. It's not the typical fantasy 'D' cup to 'H' cup crap. This transits from hot/curvy to almost Rubenesque and still hot and curvy. An interesting alternative to Obody

And that will do for today. The fires are stoked, the kettles scrubbed, and the floors are swept. Have a seat and the wenches will serve you. We-B-Open!

Gooooooood Morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. it is Sundas the 20th of Rain's Hand and a brisk, peaceful predawn here on warm sands. The blessed moons have set, and it is time once again for this one to tend the inn for our most honored guests. Excuse please while the fires are stoked and fresh water is put to the flame.

Our brew of the day is Stockholm Lungo, and the biscuits are chocolate chunk, or rather will be when they come out of the oven. Checking the hot sheet we have the usual eclectic mix of 67 new mods, and a few actually don't have a cup size. Let's see what catches an old cat's eye over a fresh cuppa or two.

harrys5413 released TPM Birna's Delightful Oddments (WIP)
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/148156
"I'm sharing a personal mod that enriches the selection at "Birna's Oddments." Requires Container Item Distributor" Adding college gear to her inventory works for me. Thanks

Dustmo7e released Sunny Cottage
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/148210
"A no- load-door home right under BYOH Lakeview Manor." Questionable location unless you're using it to dump NPCs out of sight. Comes unfinished and in three colors. Thanks

raccoondance released Racc's Headdress
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/147060
Sit's better on the head and the antlers are less ridiculous. Thanks, now the old cat wants a mod that let's you mount a briar heart head on the wall wearing it like an elk head ;-)

Ylikollikas released Nature of the Wild Lands - Animations Addon
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/148132
"Adds trunk and branch swaying animations to most NotW trees. Supports seasons." Wow, the old cat did not realize NOTWL trees had no animations. Thanks

And finally Riton's Skyhaven Temple
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/148230
"Complete retexture for Skyhaven temple in 4k and cpm support." Interesting reuse of parts of the dragon wall as fresco pieces. An interesting and consistent look. Thanks.

And that will do for today. The fires are stoked, the kettles scrubbed, and the floors are swept. Have a seat by the fires and warm your bones. We-B-Open!

Goooooooood Morning Afternoon Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. Sorry for being tardy, but there were celebrations in the streets of Ah'vrie's village that this one could not miss. Anyway, excuse please while the ash pits are emptied and the fires rebuilt. Just because the old cat is getting a late start, doesn't mean we forgo the happy fires... There, much better.

The coffee is Capetown Lungo, and the biscuits are fudge brownie cookies. Checking the hot sheets this morning we had 59 new, and only a handful caught the eye. Let's just stick with those and look fresh tomorrow.

Surge101ex released Atronach Runes
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/148062
"Just a simple spell mod that introduces three new Rune spells that summon Atronachs upon being triggered by enemies. ESL-flagged."

Why are the simplest concepts always the best... Fire, Ice, and Storm... Now that's a trap. Thanks, Have a cookie

Flying Aceholes ULTIMATE Skyrim Reshade preset
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/148047
Slightly over-saturated, and favors the greens a bit. A good basic natural preset. Worth a look. seems more a pitch to get you to look at their collection, but not bad. Thanks.

Cl3mus released Vanaheimr - Landscapes - AIO
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/145439
"All in One of my Vanaheimr Landscapes series."

We knew it was coming and it didn't disappoint. Subtle and natural looking tessellation, Consistent pallet. They took their time and assembled a very nice collection of landscapes textures. This should be on the short list of everyone looking to update landscapes or to add parallax. There are a few required mods, but nothing outrageous. Definitely worth a look, and a couple of cookies.

shazdeh2 released Sky Signs
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/147884
"This mod gives you a power that once you activate, you can select your birthsign (standing stone)." Nicely done, good images, clean UI, slow clap. The old cat has been using 'choose your sign' by Parapets since... 2020? Liked the concept then, still do. Thanks, have a cookie.

But! Let an old cat point out an absolutely unexpected mod of the day.

Sorry, time for a micro rant, it's justified. We all know where the old at sits when it comes to all of these 'starting racial skills' "Mods" Pull up any 20 of them and 'Nords" will be 2 handed weapons and heavy armor in 19 of them The old cat personally blended together several mods like choose your starting skills, skill config reborn, choose your sign... To get to a specific level of granular control. And I've been happy with it.

Everyone needs to read this mod page, spoilered sections included. This looks like fun, and can replace my whole stack of 'choose' mods. Finally someone gets it. 3 cookies

Breaded Classes - Player Class Maker by MrPootisBread
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/148048

"Create your own custom class to enhance roleplaying experience. Why play Morrowind when you can mod Skyrim to play like Morrowind?"

Overview: A book is added to your inventory when starting new game, read it to open class creation menu. Select your specialization, favored attribute and allocate six primary skills.

Optionally select your starting birthsign (uses standing stone abilities).
Optionally select a bonus attribute, based on attributes from previous TES titles.
Optionally select a class ability, inspired by predefined classes from previous TES titles.

Would anyone be even remotely surprised if this one's smoothskin restarted today just to test this? This is exactly what you want to add if you value the role playing. Ah'vrie doesn't know about the rest of you, but my characters are always in their own class, and the old cat has always been disappointed with other author's ideas of class. Now you can write the class to fit the character.

The old cat is looking forward to testing this... It has a few requirements that need to be checked, but maybe not today. For today is 420, and It B time to play.

We-B-Open! (Forgot to post yesterday... Sorry)

Goooooooood Morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Fredas the 18th of Rain's Hand and thank the divines, the weekend is nigh. The blessed moons have set, the paths are closed, and it is once again time for this one to tend the inn for our most honored guests. Excuse please while the fires are stoked, and fresh water is put to the flame...

Our brew of the day is from Indonesia, and the biscuits are chocolate chip. Checking the hot sheets we have 65 mods. Plenty of jiggles as always, but a lot of patches today. Let's see what catches a fuzzy headed old cat's eye over a fresh cuppa.

cuddm returns after seven years with their second mod... It always calls us back
Dragon Health Multiplier - SkyPatcher
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/147921
"This mod was inspired by Simply Stronger Dragons (SSD), but i wanted a lightweight alternative that doesn't modify any race records and therefore won't conflict with anything."

Okay, now that seems a proper use of skypatcher. Simply doubles the health of all dragons, including mod added. Welcome back. Have a cookie

AkimboSwords released Dragon Alphabet Translations - Codebreaking Sheet
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/148027
"It adds a new misc item, that you can take/use to translate the Daedric (Dragon) language without having to leave the game. Supports VR and non VR."

Ah'vrie likes this one. It's probably more immersive in VR than reading it from the inventory menu, but the idea of stealing the secret decoder ring from the unsuspecting wizard... Good fun and a useful tool that adds to the game. This one gets a cookie too.

Lets see... patman023 released Biggie Traits - Thumbnail Overhaul
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/148018
"This overhaul replaces the original trait icons with high quality thumbnails that better represent each trait’s theme and purpose" And very nicely done. Thanks

If you haven't checked out Biggie Traits, it has some interesting buffs and debuffs. One of the few that rose to the top of the pile. Original mod required, this just edits the pics.

DrPharmDawg released Skill Based Stat Growth
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/147455
"This is the first of a new series of mods I am working on with a focus on role-playing in Skyrim. Primary stats (health, magicka, stamina) grow as skills develop. Carry weight improves as the primary stats increase. ESL flagged." Thanks

Worth a read, needs testing, Tracking for now, the old cat will wait for this to simmer a bit, and see how the 'series' develops. The only downside is not being able to 'focus' growth directly, but you can alter the modifiers in the MCM to say favor magic for a mage.

jiuzhoucanglan released Simple Mod Item Spawner Booster
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/147903
"Inspired by MODEX, using SKSE function to give old but reliable Simple Mod Item Spawner a performance boost." Thanks, that should make some people happy.

Clofas released Azura's Audio Array
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/147470
"Alters audio for Azura's Voice, Azura's Star Interior, and Azura's Star Pickup sounds. FOMOD installer."

The layered frequencies and reverb of the voice work really well. The old cat is not quite as thrilled with the star interior, and pickup sounds. Worth a listen. Thanks

Lets get to the good stuff...

noextrac released 3D Soul Cairn Grass and Flora Replacements
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/148000

Uses DrJacopo's - 3D Landscapes and Grass Library, and Happy Little Trees as texture sources, and BOS to distribute. The old cat has not been fond of previous flora overhauls of the soul Cairn, but these choices really work well together. The pictures tell the tale. Worth a look and a cookie. Nice choices. Tracking, giving this one some thought.

And we'll finish up with CS Particle Patch by AERwaevs
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/147270
"Allows effect meshes and particles to be lit with direct light from any source. Additionally, shadows cast by the environment finally affect both effect meshes and particles, with shadowed regions receiving the same ambient light as any other mesh. Smoke & steam particles now also react to the wind, as do some other particles where it makes sense."

CS is growing up quickly... Some assembly required, and another patcher run if you use PBR textures. Thanks.

And that will do for today. The fires are stoked, the kettles scrubbed, and the floors are swept. Have a seat and the wenches will serve you. We-B-Open!

Gooooooood Morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Middas the 16th of Rain's Hand and another beautiful predawn here on warm sands. The blessed moons have set and it is once again time for this one to tend the inn for our most honored guests. Excuse please while the fires are stoked, and fresh water is put to the flame...

Our brew of the day is Inspirazione a Napoli, and the biscuits are Ginger zingers. Checking the hot sheets we have 44 new, with enough jiggles to set off Nirnquake detectors. Let's see what catches the eyes of an old cat over a fresh cuppa. (hint... not much)

awwcrap released Read Books filter for BTPS
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/147793
"BTPS filter to disable selection of read books by default" This is their second BTPS tweak. This old cat only ever sees third person while chopping wood or riding his horse so no comment from this one.

Here's an interesting twist...

Asedael released Azurite III - Reduced Cut
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/147751
"Azurite Weathers III, but without stuff you may find subjective or excessive for a weather mod. So no new audio, customization, seasons and etc."

Slow clap... Thanks, Bad enough that weather is getting bundled into ENBs now. Weather mods should focus mainly on weather. Why Azurite changed the size and color of the moons is just silly and should have been a separate mod. Have a cookie

Sh3llyD added Dawnstar guards to her spid file collection
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/147766
"Destributes armors to the Dawnstar Guard." Conquistador helmets? really, Ooookay

64wlw added a Mjoll overhaul to the stable
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/147790
This one has a thing for facial scars, but an interesting look. Thanks

That's about it, there really is no mod of the day. The old cat will finish off with a a new framework by Seb263. This may be focused on combat, but has other implications that could be useful to the non MCO crowd.

Core Impact Framework (CIF)
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/146873

"CIF is a modular impact system overhaul powered by SKSE, giving full control over effects like impacts, blood, visuals, sounds, and more. It's script-free, highly compatible, and fully customizable via filters and modifiers. Full documentation included."

A little too much for old cat's before dawn LOL. This would be more for mod authors, but seems to offer more granular control over impact effects and sounds based on conditions and overrides. Much more coffee needed, but thanks.

And that will do for today. The fires are stoked, the kettles scrubbed, and the floors are swept. Have a seat and the wenches will serve you. We-B-Open!

Gooooood Morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Tirdas the 15th of Rain's Hand and a beautiful predawn here on warm sands. The blessed moons have set and it is once again time for this one to tend the inn. Excuse please while the fires are stoked, and fresh water is put to the flame...

Our brew of the day is a mixed bag as the old cat uses up a variety of roasts. It seems South Africa blends quite well with Indonesia... Who knew ;-) We'll be baking fresh biscuits later, this one needs to go to the markets first. Checking the hot sheets we have 56 new, Mostly jiggle as always, but let's see what catches the eye over a fresh cuppa or two.

Celaker released five 'first mods' today. Welcome
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/Celaker/mods?gameId=1704
Most are edits to existing magic mods. See a need fill a need. Thanks for sharing.

Emotori7 released Viking Horn Tankard as a second mod. welcome back
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/147696
"Found a few pictures of what a viking horn tankard looked like and decided to make one."

Honestly the modeling is flawless, but it needs actual textures, and then it would be a keeper. even worthy as a replacer. Tracking this author for now. Thanks

Gathaeryx released YOT - Your Own Thoughts - Legacy of the Dragonborn v6 Patch
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/147683
"Converts the messages, spells and other relevant texts in Legacy of the Dragonborn v6 to first person for immersion." Available in two flavors, A complement to the V5 patch, and a standalone V6 patch. Thanks, that should be useful for a lot of people. Have a cookie

Pixellz released Smaller Sweetrolls - BOS
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/147712
"Uses Base Object Swapper to reduce the size of the sweetrolls"

This poses a question... Why BOS, and not just a simple scale edit? The old cat is not a fan of over complication where none is warranted, but thanks.

tcbflash released Slow At Low Stamina
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/147680
"Speed penalty when stamina falls below 30%. (8% speed penalty by default, but 7 total options to choose to your liking... 5%, 8%, 10%, 12%, 15%, 20%, or 25%)"

Keep in mind that several other survival and needs overhauls already implement this as a mechanic, so check first, but thanks. This does make sense.

Lets see... TS - Simply More Vanilla Creature Encounters by TSarGR
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/147563
"A simple mod that adds more vanilla animals and creatures in the wilderness." Your game your way. An interesting take on adding difficulty. Not for old cats, but Thanks

kuroishitam released Giants Variance - Model Swapper
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/147730
"This mod makes giants model have more variation using model swapper, no esp. Because why not?" Indeed why not. Check the requirements, uses models from several giant overhauls including the recent Mythical Giants. Definitely worth a look. Thanks

zhitsak released Companions Refined - Vanilla-like ESP-less replacer
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/147725
"An ESP-less completely modular replacer for TCompanions." Okay the old cat has to admit that this is one of the nicest "vanilla' companion overhauls in recent memory. This is really better described as updated vanilla as opposed to a replacer. Very nicely done. Worth a serious look, and a cookie. Vanilla as it would be today. Thanks

And we'll finish up with something unexpected by TheOneTrueFuzzBeed

Children of the North Wind - Nordic Ruin Diversity
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/147701
"Adds aesthetic variety to the Ancient Nordic Ruins of Skyrim via Base Object Swapper"

You really need to read the mod page as the thinking is spot on. This alters the arches, faces, and totems of the ancient ruins based on region, and location. An interesting take on regional diversity while keeping the overall flavor consistent. This one gets two cookies.

Tracking for know. The old cat smells the need for a patch hub. Thanks.

And that will do for today. The fires are stoked, the kettles scrubbed, and the floors are swept. Have a seat by the fires and warm your bones. We-B-Open!