Modding on the Spectrum

Goooooooood Morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Tirdas the 24th of Midyear, and the blessed moons are new, may the goddess enjoy her rest as much as the hunters enjoy their drink, and the stories. Mammoths falling from out of the clear blue sky. That one needs to stop mixing moon sugar and Colovian brandy. Anyway, it's 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 from Indonesia, and the biscuits are fudge brownie cookies. So yummy, and the pair surprisingly well. Checking the hot sheets we have 50 new. Plenty of jangles but not much substance. Let's see what catches an old cat's eye.

Soulvex released Skyrim Cities Teleport Book as a first mod. Welcome
No link needed. "A Book for Teleporting to Skyrim Main Cities, Free and Fast. The Book is Located in Bleak Falls Barrow" What? not next to your house in Riverwood Thanks

Blackspine18859 released/edited True Armor - Evolved as their third mod.
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/152365
"This is an "unofficial upgrade" for True Armor. It fixes some things, expands/changes others, and introduces new features"

Interesting, this author released their own armor framework for wards and mitigation as a second mod, but evidently did not add those features to this edit/update. Thanks, we'll see where this leads. Pass for now

melchizedek92 released UGLY LANDSCAPE RETEXTURE
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/153476
"I don't know if i put heart and soul much on this, but it took me 2 minutes to download textures from ambientcg.com(i hope this can be considered as credits). And another like 20 minutes to prepare for the game, so i didnt bother much."

Oookay, These actually look quite good, but these are covered by so many other landscape mods, that put together a complete and consistent look, it's hard to recommend one texture assigned to 5 nifs. Nice work though. Thanks

ilpinfas... Still spamming everyone needs a hobby
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/ilpinfas/mods?gameId=1704

tcbflash released Grimey Treasures
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/153463
"Now you can (rarely) find a piece of grimey jewelry in the wilderness, by searching through bushes, shrubs, etc (works like "harvesting" mechanics). If you're lucky enough to find a grimey piece, then take it to a tanning rack, along with a linen wrap to clean it, and see if you got anything worthwhile or not!"

This is the definition of too much free time, we're already searching barrels and sacks, now they want us to search the shrubbery? Sounds like a Monty Python skit. Not for old cats.

And finally... The only overhaul to do Mjoll the Lioness justice. Look no further. Meooow!

Mjoll The Real Lioness by calvin0
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/153077
"A replacer mod for Mjoll the Lioness to make "The Lioness" part of her name, literal. Now Mjoll, is a real lioness."

Includes an updated look for Grimsever as well. Finally a proper overhaul. Two paws up. Have some raw meat.

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!

Goooooood Morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Morndas the 23rd of Midyear, and wage slaves lament, the weekend is over. Hide if you can, or work if you must it's Morndas again. The blessed moons will be new tomorrow, and some of the older hunters have been partying since Fredas. Ah'vrie does not pity them the hangovers, but moderation has never been a high priority among the hunters. Ah'vrie was like that once, and will not judge. Besides, the stories just keep getting better as the celebrations continue ;-)

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 is still Miami espresso, and the fresh biscuits will have to wait on the old cat visiting the markets a little later. Chocolate chip for now. Checking the hot sheets we have 52 new mods in the usual eclectic mix of jangles, patches, and pointy sticks. Lets see what catches an old cat's eye over a fresh cuppa.

DEFAU7LT released two, Sorry the old cat missed their first on Loredas. Welcome
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/DEFAU7LT/mods?gameId=1704

Their first was a SKSE framework that allows books in game to import from a text file. That's the one that slipped past the old cat. Today is the other shoe dropping. 'Write Your Journey - A Craftable Note Taking Journal' in case you want to keep a journal in game. Thanks.

Velessir released two today
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/Velessir/mods?gameId=1704
Hats and Hoods go away (Skypatcher), and a red dress for Elisif. This one obviously doesn't like hats. Your game your way. Thanks

Checking the real estate market...

TaxEvasionMaster released Markarth Mercenary Hideout
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/153034
"Vanilla assets player home located by the Markarth Warrens fit for all rogues and recluses" It's... interesting. Broken pipe entrance... Okay. Thanks

ilpinfas continues to spam us with 7 more..? "player homes" LOL
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/ilpinfas/mods?gameId=1704
No sense of lore at all. Moving right along

ZxUxBxExR released Better Vanilla Caves
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/153369
"Removes low quality 2D roots and grass from caves." Thanks, they are definitely ugly and unnecessary, only the grass was used to cover gaps in some situations, but overall worth removing. The grass is almost as stupid as ivy on interior walls. Have a cookie.

Aspyn's Snow-Shod Manor
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/153392
"A lore-friendly overhaul of Snow-Shod Manor in Riften." Speaking of the stupidity of ivy on interior walls oops. Sorry Aspyn. Love what you've done with the place. Moving right along.

Let's finish up with two from DevInTheDetails
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/DevInTheDetails/mods?gameId=1704
Edits the heartwood mill quest with Grosta using spliced lines, then added an OSTIM compatible second mod to romance her. Cheeky bugger ;-) The old cat has never had any problems with that quest, but evidently if you find the husbands body before talking to Grosta things get a little weird. Fair enough, 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!

Goooooood Morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. it is Sundas the 22nd of Midyear and a quiet predawn here on warm sands. The blessed moons are waning through the final crescents, and have already set, so 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...

Out brew of the day is Miami espresso, and the biscuits are ginger. Checking the hot sheets we have 69 new mods. Mostly jangles, patches and accessories. Let's see what catches the eyes of an old cat this lovely morning.

DrainvolOFF released two first mods. Welcome
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/DrainvolOFF/mods?gameId=1704
A smooth cam preset, and the beginning of a WIP 'new things to trip over' mod. Welcome, we look forward to seeing where you take it.

Speaking of WIP mods...

kukatsuo added 9 new faces to the roster of their Waifu of Skyrim series
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/kukatsuo/mods?gameId=1704
Funny, you can always spot the Japanese waifus by the elongated necks and tiny heads. Very anime looking. Interesting, but not for old cats.

ilpinfas returned today with 6 more new player homes and OP arrows. Welcome back
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/ilpinfas/mods?gameId=1704
The old cat won't poke a new modder. Nothing for old cats, but thanks

AllieWadeMods released AW Men of the Companions High Poly Skypatched
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/153288
"A new high poly face for the Companions, skypatched for maximum compatibility"

Revisiting their fist NPC mod with upgraded skills 3 years later. These are definitely worth a look. requires their asset mod, and skypatcher. Available with or without war paint. They're a bit 'clean' but very nicely sculpted. This one gets a cookie

Lets see... Rosehla returns with Quaint Eldergleam Sanctuary
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/153287
"Added more Dragonstongue and other flowers to the sanctuary, as well as a couple critter spawns and several lanterns along the path. Flagged as ESL." More flowers? What's not to like. Thanks

hanshotfirst01 is reviving Spooning

Spooning of Skyrim
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/153263
"Tired of your follower staring at you like a creep while you sleep? Now they can crawl into bed with you—any bed, any bedroll, even those stone slabs the dwemer called furniture. No mesh edits, just snuggling. Fully customisable. Mildly invasive. Deeply immersive."

You'll want to read the mod page. Inspired by Giamel's Double Beds for Spooning, but this mod does not require any mesh edits and works with any bed. That's worth a cookie

And finally Our mod of the day as pre-announced

Vergis open bar
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/153266
"The first version of liquor mod around Skyrim"

Beautiful work on the meshes. Just the four vanilla mead bottles for now. We won't dwell tooo much on the what the cost of having hand stitched leather jackets would add to the cost of the mead. Or that as designed you couldn't open the Blackbriar private reserve... It is a fantasy game after all, and we love choice LOL.

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

Goooooooood Morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Loredas the 21st of Midyear and another sticky predawn here on warm sands. The blessed moons are waning through the final crescents and will be new on Tirdas. The old hunters are already celebrating, while the new hunters get a chance to show off their skills. Such is the way of Khajiit. There is a flow to life. Anyway, it is time once again for this one to tend the inn. Excuse please while the ash pits are emptied, the vents are cleaned, and the fires rebuilt. You may want to cover your tankards for a bit. This does get a bit dusty, and Khajitt no not of free refills... There, much better no? Ah'vrie always likes to begin the weekend with happy fires, and a happy fire needs to breathe. Ah'vrie's mother taught him that when he was just a cub. Brings back fond memories yes it does. Now to compost the ash, check the garden, scrub the kettles... Glamorous no? Let's put some fresh water to the flame while this one finishes up.

Our brew of the day is Kahawa ya Congo, and the biscuits are fudge brownie cookies. Checking the hot sheets we have 46 new with plenty of jangles, patches, and cheats as always. Lets see what catches an old cat's eye that doesn't have a cup size.

We'll start with a warning and a possibly a spot on the wall of shame
Free Creation Club Content - Reduced Cut by granfdad no link needed
Edited and combined copies of other mods that shut down the new vanilla content. Your game your way. Break it if you want. This is not good mojo

ilpinfas released four first SSE mods. Welcome to Skyrim
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/ilpinfas/mods?gameId=1704
Meh, no sense of lore, or balance, but it looks like they had fun, and that's what matters.

Ah'vrie doesn't cover patches, but this one many may find useful, including old cats

Ryokhan released Craft Book - Bandolier
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/153103
"Dragten's Bandolier - Bags and Pouches Classic adds a large set of accessories. This is a Craft Book for said items." Much needed, and will be much appreciated. The tanning rack gets very cluttered when you add craftable clothes, cloaks, lingerie... This will help. Thanks, have a cookie

leostevano released No More Glowy Smokes
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/153174
"Removes glow from smokes and mist." Thanks, Ah'vrie might test this. His ENB tends to reflect the fire in the smokes and turn them orange. This lazy old cat never did get around to fixing that. Good test for this. Thanks again.

kuroishitam released another OIF mod, this one actually looks useful and fun

Switch Them On - OIF
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/153219
"Make those static dwemer automaton fight for you by charging up their energy! Enjoy!" If the old cat is reading this correctly, if you charge up a static centurion before it triggers, it will fight for you instead of attack you... ? This really needs testing in game. Thanks

lets see... GiraPomba released Simple Archery Animations
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/153153
"Some simple archery animations, for first and third person" similar to Archery Gameplay Overhaul, but easier to combine with other animations. Not bad, and fairly smooth. In reality it would be very difficult to hold the bow sideways like that, but it looks good LOL Have a cookie

MichaelDovah released People of Falkreath and Riverwood Simple Overhaul
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/153204

Where to begin... A lot of the male characters are well done, BUT! There are no old people, Runil's no longer blind, Delphine looks younger than Nari, and Nenya looks younger than Delphine. Dengier looks ready for battle... This will be a case of choose a few to keep and delete the rest. Valga, Hod, Siddgeir, Alvor, Delacourt, even Gerdur look good. But you'll need to edit the mod. Worth a look

Girls of Markarth Npc Replacer SkyPatcher by llLilyll
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/153173
Well... mamma said if you have nothing nice to say... Hroki finally looks the correct age. Moving right along

We'll finish up with two the old cat questions, not recommends

Quantumyilmaz released SkyPrompt
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/148703
"SkyPrompt adds an in-game prompt and interaction system to Skyrim, using ImGui for the UI." This one would be for the controller crowd. This is a framework and only required if you install a mod that requires it. Not for old cats, but thanks

And last but not least... pardon the Ai generated image

SoulWeight Sculptor
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/153220
"Absorb a dragon's power, gain a dragon's presence. This simple mod adds weight to your character with each soul absorbed - perfect for experiencing your BodySlide preset's full transformation through actual gameplay, not menu sliders"

Goofy, but could be fun with the right preset and character. Operates like pumping iron, but you gain weight through absorbing dragon souls. Go from skinny to sexy by killing dragons. perfectly lore friendly

As goofy as this is, it could be fun and immersive to go from waif to amazon as you progress through the game. It would have to be the right character, and the right preset. No mention of this working with Himbo or Sam. The old cat would have guessed this was specifically for female PCs, but it says supports male presets with weight slider support... Needs testing

And that will do for today. We have fresh casks of ale to tap, the new batch of mead is ready, and we're serving mudcrab scrambles for the early meal. As always there will be a hearty stew for those that need to ward the chill. We-B-Open!

Goooooood morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Fredas the 20th of Midyear and thank the divines the weekend is nigh. It is the official beginning of the tyranny of the sun here on warm sands. And this one can confirm summer has come to Elseweyr. 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 Stockholm Lungo, and the biscuits are ginger zingers. Checking the hot sheets we have 43 new, mostly jangles, patches, and pointy sticks. Let's see what caught the eye over a fresh cuppa.

RyokohMods released The Forgotten Gifts
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/153063
"You can now find three urns scattered throughout the cave, related to the golden claw"
Well, there's a normal and an OP version, the amulets, and crystal container models are rudimentary but interesting, and who doesn't like treasure hunt... The old cat's only complaint is there's no hunt. These are all on smack you in the face well lit plinths.

wizkid34 released The Ragged Flagon Water Effects FIX
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/153133
"This mod fixes a bug generated by USSEP where moving through water does not create any ripple effect. Requires BOS, it doesn't include any ESP." Wizkid to the rescue again. We love these tiny fixes, and no plugin... Have a cookie.

Rally's Guard Shields
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/152960
"New textures for Guard Shields with hand drawn sigils and paint. Available in 4K, 2K and 1K. Optional patches for Falskaar and Helgen Reborn"

Rallyeator does nice work, only there are so many quality shield retextures at this point the old cat is assigning this to the pile. Of course in 4K the scratched and faded paint looks very scratched and faded. Definitely worth a look. Quality work. Thanks

Aspyn's Riften Fishery
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/153114

Aspyn, Aspyn... 'exasperated sigh' The main file is not compatible with the current vanilla game, but she did make a patch for 'CC fishing' At least there's a patch. Thanks

Andf that's about it for today.
MrPootisBread patched Vampires Masquerade not to have headlight eyes.
JellyFishInLoop replaced a couple of the SkyParkour v2 animations
braxusx tweaked Maig to work with follower frameworks (that could be fun)
sayol99 gave Elisif a prom queen makeover

Let's finish up with a simple leather dress... that could use a little more fabric ;-)

Simple Ancient Nord Dress (CBBE 3BA)
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/153101
"A simple ancient Nord dress" Reminds the old cat of Aela's armor without the armor. Not exactly practical, but compared to some of the most of the current offerings positively prudish LOL Your game your way.

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!

Goooooooood Morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Turdas the 19th of Midyear and another sticky dawn here on warm sands. 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 boil...

The brew of the day is Umatima wa Uganda, and the biscuits are chocolate chip. Checking the hot sheets we have 36 new mods from the usual eclectic sources. Let's see what catches the eyes of an old cat over a fresh cuppa. Looks like I need that fresh cuppa lol

Velessir released Bathing in Skyrim - Renewed Voicepack as a second mod. Welcome back
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/153062
"A fully voiced immersion enhancement:" AI voiced of course, and even the samples could do with better editing. Thanks, not for old cats, but worth a listen. Keep working at your craft.

QuagaarWarrior released three grass mod patches today
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/QuagaarWarrior/mods?gameId=1704
Interesting 'hobby' Every few years this one shows up with a grass patch or two, and nothing else. Your game your way lol. Thanks for sharing

kuroishitam released two today. An ant overhaul, and harvestable hawk nests.
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/kuroishitam/mods?gameId=1704
The old cat learned something... the nests you were never supposed to be able to reach were not harvestable. Go figure ;-)

JamesTParker released Bind Velehk Sain. Forgotten Names alternate ending.
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/153055
"This mod adds an alternate ending to the quest "Forgotten Names", now if you have a conjuration level of 80 or higher. You can bind Velehk Sain to your will. Permanently unlocking him as a summon, as well as getting his map. ESL flagged and fully voiced using spliced lines."

Funny, Ah'vrie does not think he's ever done a full necromancer play through. He can't remember ever having my conjuration skills that high no he can't... Your game your way, and evidently not the old cat's way. Thanks Have a cookie?

We'll finish up with an interesting sneak perk tree edit by GabonZ

Shadow Opportunist - A Sneak Addon
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/152602
"Turn detection into an advantage by slowing time for everyone but you."

HOW IT WORKS
When you're sneaking and get detected during combat, time slows around you for a few seconds (3s by default). You remain unaffected by the slow, allowing for swift repositioning, counterattacks, or escape. You can use the effect as-is, with no perk requirements. Or install the optional New Perk Addon, which adds:

Shadow Opportunist (requires Silence and 80 Sneak) - This version only activates if you’ve unlocked the perk.

At first glance it felt like a cheat, but upon reflection it's actually quite well balanced, and an interesting perk. The old cat would personally link it to the perk, as it's a little OP for the early game. But the mechanic embraces 'surprise' and only lasts 3 seconds. Ah'vrie might edit that down to two, but it is an interesting mechanic. This one gets 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 Middas the 18th of Midyear And another sticky predawn while we wait for the monsoons to begin here on warm sands. The blessed moons have set, the paths are closed, and it is once again time for this on 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 Capetown Lungo, and for the biscuits we're still finishing the lemon cookies. Checking the hot sheets we have 44 new from the usual eclectic sources. Lets see what catches an old cat's eye over a fresh cuppa or two.

Dorrmann released Vampire Clans - Pinemoon Cave as a first 'real' mod. Welcome
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/152969
"Overhauls Pinemoon Cave, introducing a unique clan of vampires"

This one wants to re-write lore, your game your way. Could be interesting if they follow through with turning this into a series, and introducing multiple clans. The old cat does agree with the thinking that getting infected shouldn't immediately turn someone into an aristocrat sipping blood from a chalice... We'll see where this leads. Thanks

SimplySinjian released three first mods. Welcome
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/SimplySinjian/mods?gameId=1704
Buffs and cheats, we were all young once. Thanks

vcnf released their third CS reshade in a week. Appologies for mising the first. Welcome
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/vcnf/mods?gameId=1704
The old cat is not thrilled with any of them, but it's not Ah'vrie's game. If anything is cements this one's opinion that CS has a long way to go.

SassiestAssassin released Children of the Green - Fashion Addon for SkyPatcher
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/148518
First she gave them antlers, now she's dressing them, and quite nicely too. Definitely worth a look. Check the requirements. This is a skypatcher ini. you will need the associated clothing mods as well, even if only as a resource file. This one gets a... meat?

Hand of Kynareth - Chakra's Landmarks
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/152958
"Adds a new landmark outside Kynesgrove" The old cat has to admit that oddities like this are just fun. Serves no purpose other then to catch your eye. Why not. Have a cookie

We're going to finish up with Uncanny Delphine NPC Replacer by RedguardDiaspora
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/152997
"This is a CotR NPC replacer for Delphine that gives her the appearance of an older woman."

When someone gets it right, it's bloody obvious. I almost miss the scar, but this is Delpine. I can almost immediately feel like she always looked like this. Well done. The skin used on the body doesn't look like it has a middle aged variant, so might need a bit of tweaking, but the facial sculpting is wonderful. 3 cookies, and hopefully our faithful guard badger approves as well.

And that will do for today. The fires are stoked the kettles scrubbed, and the floors are... Don't drop your food. Now where did I put that mop? We-B-Open!

Goooooood Morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Tirdas the 17th of Midyear, and another sultry predawn here on warm sands. The blessed moons have waned through the final quarter and will be new again soon. For now 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 Stockholm Lungo, and the biscuits are Tate's lemon cookies. Checking the hot sheets we have 54 new mods with enough jangle to trigger a Nirn quake. Let's see what catches an old cat's eye over a fresh cuppa this day

JRMBomfim released UnderWearPlus as a first mod. Welcome
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/152898
"This mod is a patch to make N.U.D.E and Underwar.dll work the same way as Underwear for NPC." Interesting first mod... Ah'vrie is guessing 'family friendly' is the goal. Thanks

OgreScar released HDT-SMP Flex as their second mod (Alpha)
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/101564
"This is my never-ending wip overhaul of faster SMP. I've been reluctant to release it, but I'm near a stopping point and maybe it will be of use to some others, so I'm releasing it as an alpha. That means it may still have a few bugs in it."

Lots of crap the old cat does not understand, but it looks very impressive. Hopefully someone will finish your work. Thanks

ZelzoneLeo released No Lighting Magic Ash Piles
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/152929
"Actors killed by destruction magic won't become ash piles." Your game your way. The ash is there to give you something to loot... We were all young once ;-)

Thingamajig released Mortal Waters - Balanced Waterwalking and Waterbreathing
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/152871
"rebalances Waterwalking and Waterbreathing by turning them into sustain-based abilities, introducing a small but meaningful Magicka drain while they're active. No more free passes across lakes or indefinite underwater exploration."

Uh-hum... They're already on timers, unless your cheating. Pass

Aspyn's Black-Briar Meadery
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/152904
Very consistent look to her other overhauls. Maybe a few too many tables. It sort of feels like an inn, and of course it wouldn't be at least one potted plant that should be dead and some ivy LOL. Thanks

The invasion of the 20 somethings continues...

Girls of Riften Npc Replacer SkyPatcher
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/152875
"Riften 29 Female Npc Replacer. Use your Default body & Textures"

Karliah's certainly interesting... It's the hair again ;-) Grelka looks perfect actually, and the Ah'vrie can see Vex with a short bob. The old cat may download the series when it's done, and select a couple. They're well done, just too young in general. Thanks

And we'll finish up with something unexpected. An armor.

Viper Armor 3BA-BHUNP-CBBE-UNP-Vanilla by FafnyB
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/152490
"New quality lore-friendly armor with assassins' vibes for female characters. Comes with optional replacer of vanilla female Dark Brotherhood Armor. ESL flagged"

The pictures tell the tale, the quality and detail are amazing, and could serve as thief armor. So much better than the vanilla. The DB armor replacer in red is a huge improvement as well, but The old cat just likes the armor. Lots of pieces using lots of slots this is made for mix and mashup. this is two cookie work

And that will do for today. The fires are stoked, the kettles scrubbed, the floors are swept, and the old cat needs food. We-B-open!

Gooooood Morning Tamriel!
Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Morndas the 16th of Midyear and another balmy 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 boil.

Our brew of the day is from Indonesia, and this one has to see a shaman about getting his fangs sharpened this morning, so the fresh biscuits will have to wait until he returns yes they will. Checking the hot sheets we have 43 new from the usual sources. Let's see what catches an old cat's eye over a fresh cuppa or two... probably two

We'll start with a warning not a recommendation.

RatBlanketMods released Scroll of Revivify as a second mod. No link required.
"Resurrect followers and other NPCs using a Scroll" This is not a good idea, never was, never will be, screams NOOB! Simply put the death scripts in Skyrim are designed clean up open scripts, and move the NPC into... purgatory? Yeah that works. The resurrection command does not reattach/restore scripts. You end up with a zombie clone. Bad mojo. Do not use.

upp1er released two today. Craftable fur armor, and screws up the warrior stone with a 10x XP cheat. One for the pile, and the other for the circular file...Yep, it's going to be one of those days LOL Thanks?

Speaking of cheats, this is an interesting one

LvxMagicks - Character - Import - Export - Tool
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/152780
"mod that allows you to export your character's stats, gold, Inventory and equipped gear into a portable JSON file, then import it later on a new character or save. Ideal for starting over without losing progress, or for syncing builds across different playthroughs."

This could have some uses, but most of them unbalance the game. Your game your way, if you want your level 1 noob character exiting the Helgen cave in a full set of enchanted dragonbone armor and weapons. So be it... sounds boring to this old cat.

granfdad released Uncraftable - Pulcharmsolis
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/152837
"Removes crafting recipes across 9 Pulcharmsolis sets, and places them as treasure in the world. Modular." 9 different plugins, each requiring the associated original armor. Why not? Not for old cats, but treasures should be found not made. have a cookie.

Lets get to the good stuff...

ZxUxBxExR released two today
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/ZxUxBxExR/mods?gameId=1704
'Beter vanilla' Tree clutter, and dirt cliffs. "Removes low quality 2D assets"
The old cat can't argue with the thinking, but before and after images would have been nice. Still we appreciate the effort, and they don't look bad... Thanks

And we'll finish up with the third in the "better optimized" series by SaevaVeritas

Better Optimized Skyrim Meshes - Farmhouses
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/152830
"Third part of a long undertaking to fix and improve the meshes of Skyrim. This time that farmhouse meshes that are found in the minor holds, towns/villages, and everywhere in between are improved and fixed if needed."

And again, no comparison shots or even a mention of what was optimized this time, but the basis of the series was fix "unnecessary vertices/triangles, stretched UVs, missing vertices/faces, bad vertex colors and/or normals, and obvious texture seams"

This needs to be seen in game, but if it's done correctly you won't see it at all. talk about your catch 22... well it is Morndas. 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 Sundas the 15th of Midyear and clamy morning here on warm sands. The monsoons are coming. 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 Capetown Lungo, and the biscuits are oatmeal sour cherry. Checking the hot sheets we have 59 new from the usual suspects. Lets see what catches the eye over a fresh cuppa or two.

aluwgren returns after three years with Shush Doggie
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/152681
Another for the pile. Thanks, Unfortunately it doesn't make them any smarter

steelfeathers released Lost Grimoire SSE
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/4455
This is a 'recreation' of their Oldrim mod "Adds 115+ balanced, lore-friendly spells" Has a few requirements, so make sure to read the page. Thanks

JordanPayton released Runebook Custom Fast Travel
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/152616
"set up to 20 personal waypoints anywhere in the world, then teleport instantly to any saved location with immersive spell-based travel." excuse me, another flavor of mark and recall for the pile. Nothing immersive about it. Thanks, moving right along

Lets get to the good stuff...

Viking Armor Collection by RedguardDiaspora
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/152651
"Bring the fury of the North to Skyrim with this immersive MALE ONLY Viking Armor Collection." The old cat doesn't normally bother with outfits, that's a full time job in this game, But these really hit the bulls eye if you're looking for the barbarian Norseman look.
2 cookies and seriously worth a look.

mallemok did a Skypatch distribution mod for it already
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/152684

Austallan released Hand Painted Shields
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/152733
"Replaces all of the Hold Guard shields with freshly painted versions. No more flaking paint!" A little too bright and colorful for the old cat, but thanks.

Pieter82 released Higher Poly Vanilla Torture Rack
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/152713
"Higher poly mesh for the vanilla Torture Rack. Mesh replacer only, no plugin/ESP" Pieter did a very nice job on the ropes and chains. The 4K version is a little too shiny... a touch of rust would go a long way. This one gets a cookie

Aspyn's Beggar's Row
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/152710
"A vanilla-friendly overhaul of Beggar's Row in Riften."
No potted trees or ivy covering the walls? This one gets a cookie LOL Nicely done, and worth a look. The mushrooms were a nice touch ;-)

We'll finish up today with LDD - Levi's Choice - Aretuza Eyes
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/152682
"This is a standalone eye mod that adds 198 high-quality, unique eyes for each gender and race (excluding beast races). Patches included."

A bit darker with more muted colors than most eye overhauls, but we love choice. Worth a look, includes patches for Eyes Nouveaux, and a less shiny patch as well.

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