Modding on the Spectrum

Goooooood Morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Morndas the 2nd of Midyear and a sticky predawn here on warm sands. 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 Inspirazione a Napoli, and the biscuits are classic sugar cookies. Checking the hot sheets we have 35 new from the usual sources. Let's see what catches the eye over a fresh cuppa.

A quick shout out to Dmytro1 for Furniture retextures comparison
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/144279
"This is a set of images that allow side-by-side comparison of furniture retextures." A useful way to choose. Thanks, have a cookie

YuraXM released two first mods today. Welcome
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/YuraXM/mods?gameId=1704
Their own personal edit to KS hairdos, and apachii sky hair to what "they" consider lore friendly. The old cat will always side with more choice. These mods add nothing, they remove choice. No cookie

RyokohMods released Treasure of the Ancients
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151608
"New textures for the coin model, it comes in 1080, 2K and 4K." The front looks great, the back might as well be blank. An interesting twist would be making the front of this coin, the back of one of the better Septim coins. Beautiful work that feels unfinished. Thanks

HeartAttackMan released Luxury Lava - High Quality Lava Replacer
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151616
"New meshes and textures for Skyrim's lava" Definitely an improvement over vanilla, and worth a look. Have a cookie

33Void released three today.
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/33Void/mods?gameId=1704
System stats, music player, and player stats changer. The UI could use a little polish, but if they work they work. Thanks

And finally, well finish up with Ivy's Riverwood Overhaul
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151441
"A cozy overhaul of Riverwood that enhances the village's charm and also combines all my previous Riverwood mods, giving the town a cozy and inviting atmosphere."

Well it definitely has a 'look' to it. The old cat is not thrilled with the added wood textures, as they look... petrified, and don't match any of the normal wood textures. Not to mention some of the curved beams would have to come from trees larger than any in the game, but hey, that's why it's called fantasy. Not for old cats, but thanks.

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

Goooooood morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Sundas the first of Midyear and the tyranny of the sun is returning to the desert. A storm is sweeping through, hopefully it will pass quickly. Humidity is not this one's friend in the desert. Besides, no one likes a bad fur day. Anyway, it is 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 Roma, and the biscuits are ginger zingers. Checking the hot sheets we have 75 new from the usual eclectic sources. Let's see what catches an old cat's eye over a fresh cuppa or three.

zinexy released Winterhold Bridge Lanterns
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151568
"Lanterns placed on the College of Winterhold bridge" I'm not going to poke, but it seems really dumb not to use a 'magic' lantern. Not to mention the bridge is already lit by the magic wells. hard pass for old cats but thanks

LidsS3L3L released Riverwood Cliffhouse
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150991
"Enjoy a home with an open-air bath boasting Riverwood views!" Cherry blossoms, baths and bidets. Room for twelve followers. Your game your way. thanks

SackofNoodles spammed us with 'Sombody' conversions, thanks
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/SackofNoodles/mods?gameId=1704

Let's move on to 'stuff'

BigOleHappyMonkey released Peculiar Pack of Pockets - Immersive Magical Items
Sorry this one needs poking. Stupidly OP crap than costs way to much to justify it. The minute you see immersive in the title, and the description walk away PASS

RyokohMods released Viking Tankard
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151536
"New textures for the tankard model, it comes in 520, 1080, 2K and 4K." And looks very nice, thanks. The decorative band in the middle is not really needed, and the handle could have been a tad 'rounder' But we love choice. Have a cookie

cavy8 released ElSopa - Shields Redone (Standalone)
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151532
"Converts ElSopa's excellent shield replacers into standalone versions." This makes the shields craftable for use with other mods that also replace shields like Sentinel. Thanks

Vergi farm furniture
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151501
"Replacing 3 vanilla meshes from farm furniture - NO ESP" The new meshes look really nice. Making one of the table boards the wrong size intentionally but with camphored edges makes no sense, but your game your way. Thanks we love choice.

Grumbledook Ivy
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151415
"An extensive ivy overhaul that utilises base object swapper to add common ivy (hedera helix) variants to Skyrim SE."

These are absolutely beautiful. The color variations, the partially wilted leaves, the waxy sheen. Hands down the most natural looking ivy this one has seen in the game. 3 cookies and an immediate download. These are gorgeous models.

Let's peak under the hood...

crajj released SLO Aroused NG as their second mod
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151502
"Next generation arousal for Sexlab and Ostim, based on Sexlab Aroused NG 0.2.2 by ponzi, with CommonLibSSE-NG based plugin."

This is a full replacer for SLA, and requires you start a new game. SFW, but you'll need to read the mod page, we can't really discuss the features here.

cmzr5236 released Follower Outfit Visible
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151557
"Makes all follower outfits fully visible and editable by removing their default gear assignments. Great for outfit customization and inventory control."

Like any other tool, use with caution, but the old cat does like having access to the hidden outfits. Especially when dealing with house carls. Thanks, have a cookie

Let's check the imports...

Morrowind's Bloodmoon Dungeons Locations and Unique Items Restored by VendeClarion
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151202
"Dungeons, Easter Eggs and References, Artifacts and Locations from Morrowind's Bloodmoon Expansion ported over and adapted to Skyrim, because that's what I wanted and was missing a lot."

Okay, so the Morrowind expansion invades Solsteim. Call this a WIP, as some locations are unfinished, and other are planned. Tracking for now

Simple Unlock Spell by GumboMods
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151386
"This simplistic mod adds a balanced and configurable unlock spell to the game that works similarly to Oblivion’s open spells, and doesn’t completely restrict you based on skill."

This the old cat has no problem with, and the added metric is quite interesting. Like Skyrim locks in general, you can open any lock with the spell, (Other than 'key required') but the harder the lock the more magicka it uses. This one gets a cookie. Thanks

We'll finish up with a yet another female follower / spouse overhaul by MichaelDovah
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151493
"A simple appearance overhaul of some female (potential) followers and/or wives in Skyrim. I tried to keep the personality of these girls, but make them a bit prettier. 24 female npcs were edited in this mod. Hope you enjoy." Not the best sculpting, but a nice effort, and they're definitely not eye candy replacers, and you can tell Michael took his time trying to keep the vanilla feel. Worth a look and a cookie

And that will do for today. The fires are stoked, the kettles scrubbed, and the old cat needs a fresh cuppa. We-B-Open!

Goooooood Morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Loredas the 31st of Second Seed, and it is once again time foe this one to empty the ash pits and rebuild the fires... yada yada

Our brew of the day will be Inspirazione Arpeggio extra, and the biscuits will be Ginger, but not yet ;-) Checking the hot sheets we only have 37 new and not much catches the eye thank the divines. Lets have a look at what did.

SKELETENS released Starter gear as their first mod. Welcome
"Adds items to the beginning section of the game" More uncerimoniously dropps them on the floor in Helgen, but hey, we were all young once ;-)

chikuwan released Club Solitude
"A nightclub has opened in Solitude! Dance the night away with a tankard of mead in hand!"
An unmarked trap door on the street? I got out of bed for this?

Vermilllion released Voice of Dawn
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151429
"Dawnbreaker talks now! Unique Real Voice Actress. Over 70 Voicelines. Commentary + Reactions."

This one made the old cat chuckle, you have to listen to sample vid one. This one never imagined a sword as a snarky bi@tch. The ending of the video is classic. Have a cookie

And finally ChrisKley released Real Wheat Fields
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151229
"This mod transforms the sad lonely wheat plants into proper fields."

It looks good in a couple of places, and out of place in others. No idea how this affects planting or harvesting. Nice idea, but the placement and choice of location needs work. Thanks.

And that will do for today excuse please. This one is going back to bed.

Goooooood Morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Fredas the 30th of Second Seed and divines be praised the weekend is nigh. 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 chocolate chip (This one is being a lazy cat today, we'll bake fresh tomorrow) Checking the hot sheets we have 50 new mods and believe it or not several did not have a cup size. Let's see what caught the eye over a fresh cuppa.

VaporShiro released Farm Animals SSE Compatibility Patch... as a first mod. Welcome
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151352
A simple patch to make Hazak's SSE port work with Farm animals SSE. Thanks, see a need fill a need. Have a cookie

Zedekura released Calming Piano Wind Chimes Nirnroot as a first mod. Welcome
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151357
"This is just a sound replacement for nirnroot, should be sublte and not too immersion breaking" Not for old cats, The wind chimes by themselves would be nice, but the Piano... It's a plant not some zen wellness center LOL Thanks, but no cookie

Tuskland released two first mods today. Both clean up around missive boards. Welcome
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/Tuskland/mods?gameId=1704

Username0815 returns after 2 years with their second mod. Welcome back

Assorted Smelting and Breakdown Patches (CCOR)
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151331
Not the first, but thanks

Lets see... AdventTalon released three picking nits fixes.
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/AdventTalon/mods?gameId=1704
Still going on about renaming money? Okay, thanks

redrew89 released Pace Yourself RE
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151365
"No running indoors!" Complete with an MCM

To be fair, the old cat hates mods like this. If you head cannon that you shouldn't run inside than don't run inside. Not every game choice requires enforcement. No cookie

mallemok released Fly Amanita For Real
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151334
"I found the the Fly Amanita's in Skyrim very annoying so i did replace those long ago by a retexture from nature. Why not share it with you?"

The only thing wrong with this mod is the little green leaf on the original texture. Now every one of these shrooms has that same identical leaf. The old cat will pass, but these look really good, and so much better than vanilla. Thanks for sharing.

we'll finish up with a FaustLerano NPC overhaul

The Gray Cowl of Nocturnal - 10th anniversary - NPCs PLUS
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151398
"Appearance improvements for 26 NPCs."

Not bad... too many 'pale' people. The old cat being a desert dweller himself, a few of the people (with very fair complexion) just don't fit in, or their vampires which I'm sure doesn't go over well with the desert sun either LOL. Worth a look, nicely sculpted.

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 Turdas, the 29th of Second Seed, and a beautiful predawn here on warm sands. The blessed moons have set, and it is once again time for Ah'vrie 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 will wait for Ah'vrie to return from the markets a little later. Checking the hot sheets we have 36 new. Mostly jangles and patches, but let's see what catches the eye over a fresh cuppa.

Z90SK released Realm Of Io. Another empty WIP world. No link needed, thanks

BlackWolf24 released HD Khajiit eyes
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151314
"Retextures all the eyes including blind and vampire." Thanks, worth a look

yag1z released Photogrammetry Tundra Rocks
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151299
"Photogrammetry Tundra Rocks replaces select tundra rocks in Skyrim with high-resolution models created from real-world scans"

An interesting selection of orphaned Glacial moraine textures complete with moss and lichens. These look really good, and would blend well. This one gets a cookie

10xDinoMastahx10 released Nordic Jewelry Reforged Standalone - SPID
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151249
"Distributes with SPID the new Stalhrim jewelry to misc merchants, Radiant Rainment and Fralia Gray-Mane" Thanks

AndrealphusVIII released Frost Trolls use Frost Breath
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151265
"This small tweak allows Frost Trolls to use Frost Breath."

Stole the idea from WOW yetis. Your game your way

And finally not exactly a mod of the day. But an interesting topic for discussion

Sneak Tools SE Edition Voice Addon by ZhateckyGus
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151261
"I`ve added voice lines for Horstar from the great Sealth Tools mod! Used xVA SYnth"

Prevviously this author has been releasing Russian translations, and the old cat has no idea what language this mod is actually in. But the idea of using AI voice generation on mods that had no voice is an interesting grey area. The old cat has always supported using real voice actors over synth voices, but what of old mods that never had a voice?

We have years and years of old mods 'requiring' Fuz Ro D-oh - Silent Voice for dialog captioning. This one doesn't really have a problem with AI giving a handful of unvoiced lines a voice... Definitely worth discussing.

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 28th of Second Seed and another beautiful predawn here on warm sands. The blessed moons have set and it is once again time for this on 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 Maluka mu Zimbabwe, and unfortunately the shaman have revoked this one cookie privileges, but we'll bake fresh for our guests a little later. Checking the hot sheets we have 45 new from the usual eclectic suspects. Let's see what catches an old cats eye today over a fresh cuppa...

WojenPL released More cloak spells
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151196
"The new novice and master variants of the elemental cloak spells!" Thanks

liwenrou released Solstheim seam and rock fix
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151234
"fix a seam in Tears of Ashes,fix a rock in Solstheim" A couple of LFGM fixes. Thanks

Clemdiddly released Khajiit Caravan Fashions
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151175
"Khajiit caravan members get a fashionable overhaul" Most of these look good. Not too sure about a couple of the armor mashups, but taste is subjective. Thanks

Dlizzio released Window Shadows Ultimate
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150494
"An interior lighting mod that casts window shadows, designed for Community Shaders and its features." Slowly but surely CS continues to mature. Thanks

And finally another new instrument from GracefulStrings

The Dragon Bard Ultimate - New Playable Instruments
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151231
"New playable instruments and a small bard-themed living space! Complete with custom animations and music"

"The Dragon Bard Ultimate includes all content added in my previous mods from the series, and more! Now including a unique player home within the Bard's College, this mod aims to provide a more immersive path to becoming the ultimate bard." have a cookie

And that will do for today. The fires are stoked, the kettles scrubbed, and the floors are... don't drop your food. Have a seat by the fires and warm your bones. We-B-Open!

Goooooood Morning Tamriel

Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Tirdas the 27th of Second Seed and past 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 Kahawa ya Congo, and we'll bake fresh biscuits when Ah'vrie returns from the markets a little later. Checking the hot sheets we have 49 new mods. Lets see what catches an old cat's eye over a fresh cuppa... Mot much today.

bd345 released Ancient Markarth Catacombs
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151147
"This mod expands the Markarth Hall of the Dead, turning the lackluster vanilla catacombs into a tomb befitting a hold capital." Your game your way. These seem too large, too clean, and too empty, but thanks.

Camp3rSkooma released Meow Khajiit Eyes
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151097
"There's a total of 33 eyes in this mod. You can use this on your male or female Khajiit character." Meow... The pupils seem a bit off, then the old cat realized they were hand drawn and not very smooth or symmetrical. Thanks but pass.

Bectile released Shadowmere Witcher-style Replacer
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150937
"A replacer for Shadowmere, which includes a custom saddle/bridle. Can be standalone, or patched to Witcher Horse Expansion. Also includes a patch for Better Shadowmere."

Bectile has been tweaking this beautiful horse and saddle in his game for months, and finally decided to share him. Thanks, this is a 2 cookie replacer and worth a good look.

We'll finish up with another by llLilyll as the invasion of the 20 somethings continues

Girls of Winterhold Npc Replacer
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151150
"Winterhold Npcs Replacer" They're ... Pretty 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!

Gooooooooood Morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Morndas the 26th of Second Seed and a quiet dawn here on warm sands. The skies are calm, and only the gentle cooing of the morning doves disturbs the silence. There is nothing quite like dawn in the desert. Anyway, it is past time for this one to tend the inn. excuse please while the fires are stoked, and fresh water is put to the boil...

Our brew of the day is hot in a cup, and later for biscuits LOL. Checking the hot sheets we have 60 new with plenty of jangles, outfits, and patches. Let's see what catches an old cat's eye over a fresh cuppa or two... maybe three

Valthorix released three first mods today. Welcome
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/Valthorix/mods?gameId=1704
A couple of patches for Praedy's staves, and Remove Force from Dawnbreaker Explosion.
Thanks, the old cat was unaware Dawnbreaker had a stagger effect. It's been a long time since Ah'vrie wielded it.

devpieron released Simple Edge Glow Remover NG
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151051
"SKSE plugin to remove ugly edge glow from shader effects" This one works in all game versions, Includes an INI to exclude things like ghosts. Thanks, have a cookie

ArmoredRaisin released A Horse's Life - Keyword Fix (SPID)
"Adds vanilla horse keywords to new horses via SPID. No plugin."

No link, The old cat questions this mod... grain of salt time. Darkfox's horses are a new follower faction with it's own AI package. If the vanilla horse keywords were not added there was probably a reason. This is a nitch fix. Make a hard save first if you're already using A horses Life.

kuroishitam is still at it. Two more -OIF mods
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/kuroishitam?gameId=1704
Lumberjacks, and Burn those books. Ah'vrie says you can't burn green wood, this one knows that. Chop your wood from the seasoned log pile at a mill like everyone else you silly smoothskin And there is a certain Orc Librarian that would not think twice about having you torn limb from limb by angry atronachs if you even thought about... But your game your way ;-)

Let's get to the good stuff... maybe

JobiWanUK released Jesters of Skyrim
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/151037
"Introduces 7 new jesters NPCs in various Jarl's abodes, with jokes, insults, dancing and much more. ESL flagged."

The old cat has two problems. Lorius' dialog in 'Delayed Burial', and patched rags for a sitting Jarl's fool. I think the outfits bother me most, Having a fool around the different courts might be fun. 900 voice lines, with over 100 jokes...,(AI?) and pulls 'material' from other mods. Your game your way. Be sure and read the mod page.

And finally. Last but definitely not least

Madgod - A Mind of Madness Visual Overhaul by CinaPizza
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150193
"A visual overhaul of Sheogorath and Dervenin, inspired by Oblivion and the community. Standalone skins and bodies with some unhinged personal touches included."

Ah'vrie of all people knows that taste is subjective, but THAT'S the Uncle Sheo we know and love. I never pictured Dervenin as an old Drow. Cinnamon did a beautiful job with these. This one is now looking forward to the DLC in OR. 2 cookies, and Cheese, can't forget the cheese. Cheese cookies, now there's a thought. what were we talking about?

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 25th of Second Seed and a peaceful 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 Istanbul espresso, and the biscuits are fudge brownie cookies. Checking the hot sheets we have 54 new mods from the usual eclectic group of modders. Lets see what catches an old cat's eye over a fresh cuppa.

kuroishitam released Flammable Alcohol - OIF
"This mod will make all alcohol bottles explode slightly when hit by fire enchanted weapon"
Ale and mead are not flammable Moving right along

Alchemist's Arsenal - OIF by zhitsak
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150909
"Alchemist's Arsenal expands the functionality of consumable items by allowing you to throw potions, poisons, skooma, stews, and even Talen-Jei's specials as alchemical grenades."

So someone having a bottle of ale smashed on their head is cured of thirst... Your game your way. The old cat is not impressed with the direction OIF is now taking. Not my game, not my way.

Zzyxzz released Simple Crafting - SkyPatcher
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150906
"reduces the material requirements across Smithing, Cooking, and Tanning, so you can focus on enjoying your professions instead of spending hours collecting ingredients."

Balanced reduces everything by 50%, Minimal makes everything equal '1'. Great for people that don't craft, or gather, and hate the grind. The old cat won't poke. Thanks

dBottle released Lore Friendly Guardian Stones
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150897
"Vanilla Friendly overhaul of the Guardian Stones" Color an old cat confused, but it looks like the sum total of this mod is to string a couple of lanterns above the doom stones using light placer? It's going to be one of 'those' days... Moving right along

riton67000 released Imperial stone door uv fix
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150926
"Just a small edit for the imperial stone door" Actually not even close on the description, This fixes the skewed stone lintel, it doesn't touch the door. Thanks

wSkeever released World Encounter Noble Riding Horse Fix
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150951
"Fixes bug where noble abandons the horse" "The horse will now run back to the noble, allowing the noble to get on the horse." Thanks, not a common bug, but nice to know there's a fix. Have a cookie

We'll finish up today with a cry for therapy from James T Parker

Molag's Favor
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150918
"Have you ever thought. "Man I really wish I could tare out some guys soul and send it to a evil god for a tiny amount of power!" Then boy do I have a mod for you!"

Adds a custom skill tree, and has requirements. Not for Ah'vrie, but it's not Ah'vries game

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

Gooooooooood Morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Loredas the 24th of Second Seed, and wage slaves rejoice the weekend has arrived. Excuse please while the ash pits are emptied and the fires rebuilt... There, much better no? Let's put some fresh water to the flame while this one tends the garden, scrubs the kettles, and sweeps the floors...

Our brew of the day is Kahawa ya Congo, and the biscuits are chocolate chip. Checking the hot sheets we have 54 new mods from the usual eclectic sources. Let's see what catches an old cat's eye this day over a fresh cuppa.

OrangeGamingSystem released Disenchant Special Armors as a first mod. welcome
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150836
"Disenchant various armors that are always enchanted." Yeah... it requires a human heart? Hard pass on that. there are mods that allow you to craft these armors. Thanks

Squidbilli released Mora's Edge - A Champion's Axe as a first mod. welcome
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150840
"Adds an axe to go along with the Oghma Infinium when you become the Champion of Hermaeus Mora" Not thrilled with the axe, but the premise is totally valid. Why not. have a cookie (But maybe pick a better weapon)

r0ast5 released their first two mods today. Welcome
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/r0ast5/mods?gameId=1704
It seems this one does not like some of the choices the Devs made. Changes the speed of axes and pickaxes to not equal a dagger. Also makes the headman's axe craftable and temperable. Your game your way. Thanks

AccTemp00 released Solstheim Transit System
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150818
"A similar main land Skyrim carriage system for Solstheim." Not really, just a group of NPCs sitting around. Now if you added a cart drawn by quar... that would be different. CFTO added ferries and ferrymen. The old cat will stick with that. Thanks

Vayura released Vergis barrels
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150809
"Barrel replacer with and without opening animation" Interesting, the rope handles on the lid are reasonable, the 'draw pulls' maybe not so much, and carry handles? Vergis has obviously never worked with barrels. They get rolled not carried. But thanks, we like choice. Maybe the one with the big round knob on top is the cookie barrel, in which case all is forgiven ;-)

Lets see... nekollx released two skypatcher mods
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/nekollx/mods?gameId=1704
unlimited rings, and wear circlets with helmets and hoods. No plug ins, just INI files. The old cat is starting to be swayed by Skypatcher in the correct settings. Have a cookie

Tyrthemis released Brynjolf Agrees Dragons Are Super Scary
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150765
"It is easier to convince Brynjolf to help you in the main quest without getting an innocent person arrested." The old cat can see this, it does intentionally revert one USSEP change. Frankly it's really not needed. You can go to the ragged flagon even if you ignore Bryn, and get to Esbern without joining the guild... Your game your way. Thanks

borokoshow released Dragonborn Reskin - Quest Journal Overhaul
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150788
"Complete visual overhaul for the quest journal and system menus"

This one's been tweaking UI mods and overhauls for a while now. You can tell, this looks very consistent and polished. Worth a look and a cookie. Thanks

And finally we'll finish up with a mod the old cat has always wanted, but didn't know it

Spell-Storing Grimoire - Forget and Re-Learn Spells by LeucisticDinosaur
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150857
"Adds a grimoire item that you can use to store spells you aren't using, or re-learn them later for no cost. ESPFE" Now that's how you clean a spell menu!

Immediate download, 3 cookies, and dust off a seat by the fire. Drinks are on the old cat

And that will do for today. The ale is fresh, and the new batch of mead is ready. We have medallions of venison marinated in Colovian brandy, served on a bed of roast diced potatoes and onions topped with a fried egg for the early meal, and a hearty stew already starting to simmer. Ah'vrie will choose the late meal when he returns from the markets.

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