Modding on the Spectrum

Goooooood Morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Fredas the 23rd of Second Seed and the birds are already awake. Ah'vrie apologizes for being tardy, This one's pet smoothskin was up late obliviating something or other. Anyway, the blessed moons have long since set, and 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 flame...

Our brew of the day is Stockholm lungo, and the biscuits will have to wait on the old cat returning from the markets a little later, but there are plenty of cookies on the tray, and if you ask very nicely Gnewna might even share. Checking the hot sheets we have 39 new. Let's see what catches an old cat's eye over a fresh cuppa.

A shout out for Alaxouche's MO2 Plugins Repository. Some look interesting, some might be questionable based on your hardware. Worth a look. Thanks
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150733

ZxUxBxExR released Skyrim Roof Service as a first mod. Welcome
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150719
"Fixes inconsistencies between outside/inside roofs condition in Whiterun"

Yep, another lazy dev fix... Those 'vents' are to hide the missing chimneys, probably as an afterthought. The old cat would have preferred fixing the exterior roof tiles to show the vents... Carbon monoxide poisoning is not pretty. Thanks. Nice first mod.

Azarilh is still fixated on Zephyr.
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150739
"Make the Zephyr bow craftable under the correct circumstances." If it makes you happy.

godzilla90fan second mod is also cheat jewelry
Hircines Ring Awakened
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150731
"If you use werewolf overhauls that give you extra transformations, Hircines ring in vanilla Skyrim becomes useless, just a decoration. So I added stats to your normal form while the ring is equipped to put it closer to master enchanted rings." sorry, Thanks

Let's get the the good stuff

Restartitius released Tidier Crafting Menus - conditional recipes
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150572
"Patches to hide recipes that tend to clutter up the crafting menus when you don't have the ingredients." ... 80 plugins? This is an improvement? LOL Well it is a pretty comprehensive list. Thanks

yag1z released Optimization Series-Mountains
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150751
"This mod is carefully designed to enhance Skyrim’s performance, particularly in mountain areas, while preserving the original look and feel"

Only for vanilla mountains, but if vanilla is your flavor this mod reduces overhead and draw calls. Potatoes need love too, but this would benefit anyone using vanilla mountains. Thanks, this one gets a cookie.

AlexGH91 released Wet and Cold - Script Optimization
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150763
"This optimization patch for Wet and Cold addresses script errors that appear in the Papyrus logs during gameplay." This one will need testing, Tracking for now.

And finally, this one might just be mod of the day material. there are already plenty that sort of work, based on your load order, this one should just work. Not for the pile

BecomingNplus1 released Remove FX Low Mists from Interiors
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150732
"Removes FX (effect) low mists from interiors using Base Object Swapper. Low mists will still exist in exterior world spaces" you'll want to read the mod page carefully, but this is simply an INI file for BOS, no plugins. downloaded for testing. Have a cookie

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 Turdas the 22nd of Second Seed and a beautiful predawn here on warm sands. The blessed moons have set and 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 from Indonesia, and the biscuits are chocolate chip. Checking the hot sheets we have 38 from the usual suspects. Let's see what catches the eye of an old cat that doesn't have a cup size over a fresh cuppa.

We'll open with the newbie corner as always. Welcome to the community

Azarilh released Could you enchant my Zephyr as their first.
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150695
"Make it possible to enchant the Zaphyr bow."

The old cat doesn't have a problem with this. Zephyr is 1/3 faster, but no more powerful than it's vanilla twin. It's not really that good. Allowing enchantments allows it's use for a little longer is all. This one is cat approved. Have a cookie

godzilla90fan released Infused Necromancer's Amulet as their first SSE mod
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150698
"Reworks the stats on the Necromancer's Amulet to be, in my opinion, more suiting to the artifact"

Interesting, the debuffs are as strong as the buffs. This was well thought out. Intended for use with Ordinator. Worth a look. Thanks.

Dradaki released Alchemical Gourds as their first SSE mod.
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150687
"Converts gourds from useless objects into useful alchemical ingredients!"

The old cat has to agree, they really are useless in this game. I think they're used in two soup recipes. The author added restore H/M/S plus resist frost. That allows for a restore all potion if you know your alchemy. This one gets a cookie. Downloaded, Thanks

Snotgurg released Actions Take Real Time SE as their third
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150675
"Actions such as drinking potions and applying poisons are now simulated to take time"

The intent is to make actions like taking potions and swapping weapons have a penalty in combat. Reasonable from an RP perspective, but careful what you wish for. Thanks

makihaze released two today
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/makihaze/mods?gameId=1704
Ignite oil, and Bosmer's eat meat. Exactly what you think. No health penalty when baosmer or vampire feeds, and torches and flame atronachs will set off oil spills. The old cat has no problem with this either. Thanks

mallemok released Staffs Of The Forsworn SkyPatched
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150648
"Conflict free distribution of Staffs of the Forsworn. A must-have for any forsworn lover. And who doesn't love them ;-) Leaves the Madmen staffs in place" Original mod required of course. We love variety. Thanks.

And that will do for today unless you want to include Cursed Dolls and Possessed Puppets.
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150694
*shudders*

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

Goooooooood Morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Middas the 21st of Second Seed and another beautiful predawn here on warm sands. The blessed moons are waning through the first quarter tonight, but they've set for now, 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 Capetown Lungo, and the biscuits are fudge brownie cookies. Checking the hot sheets we have 46 new with the usual eclectic mix of jiggles, patches and noob cheats. Let's see what catches the eye over a fresh cuppa...

melchizedek92 released Dovah Beer ... +1 weapon speed in a can for 638 gold. a can?
Moving right along

Faeylia released three 'yet another' mods today as their second release
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/Faeylia/mods?gameId=1704
Standing stones, race overhaul, and perk tweaks Pile's getting deep

Thrillvilled released three more classic cheats for the pile as well
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/Thrillvilled/mods?gameId=1704
Weightless Tamriel, weightless arrows, and faster weapons Oh, sorry, thanks

struT32 released Nilheim Better Camp
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150232
"Made the bandit camp at Nilheim tower more like an actual camp."

Thanks, at least they can live in some level of comfort before you ruthlessly murderalize them ;-) Just poking, it does improve the clutter a bit.

RandomMorde released Ulfr's book in braille
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150597
"I translated the Lusty Argonian Maid into braille so he has something to read." Genius, This one the old cat likes. Have a cookie

MrPootisBread released Vile Venoms - Enemy Poison Overhaul
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150582
"This mod overhauls Skyrim's venomous and poisonous creatures, making them more dangerous and interesting to fight." You know, because everyone loves spiders and chaurus... Dont they ;-) Thanks, the old cat is not really fond of bugs spitting on him no he isn't, but thanks anyway.

Axarien released Nordic Jewelry Reforged
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150261
"This mod gives the Nordic Jewelry from the Creation Club mod of the same name a more delicate, ornamental appearance vs. it's armorlike original look. There is no esp, just meshes and textures, so it's safe to add or remove at any time."

These are different enough that they could have been a standalone release. Both have a place. Thanks.

GracefulStrings released The Dragon Bard Volume 5 - Play Qanun in Skyrim
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150635
"Adds a playable Qanun (from ESO) for the character, with custom animations and multiple song options!" requires Nemesis or Pandora. The old cat is not sure about 'sitting on the ground to play' Doesn't exactly lend itself to playing at inns. But thanks

And that's about it for today folks, Let's finish up with a skypatcher conversion that actually makes sense.

Zzyxzz released ELFX - SkyPatcher
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150615
"Automatically restores ELFX lighting in vanilla interiors when other mods override them. No manual patching required for every tiny conflict or load order changes."

The old cat has not needed to use skypatcher yet, but has to admit the idea of using it for lighting, and say water mods that need to 'win' all conflicts... That's a use case the old cat can't deny. Ah'vrie needs to play with it more, but this is worth looking into. Thanks

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

Gooooooooood Morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Tirdas the 20th of Second seed, and a beautiful predawn here on warm sands. The blessed moons have set, and it's 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 Capetown Lungo, and the biscuits are ginger zingers. Checking the hot sheets we have 42 new with plenty of jiggles, dangles, patches and pointy sticks as always. Let's see what catches the eye over a fresh cuppa.

The newbies take the stage...

RunsWithFrogs released Nchuanthumz Dwarven Home... as their first mod Welcome
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150517
"This small patch removes all of the ivy and vines from the Creation Club dwarven house Nchuanthumz." Yeah, Ah'vrie hates the use of ivy in interiors as well. Have a cookie

Phromspace released Spaces levels one - Sorrow mine as their first mod. Welcome
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150510
"This is my first mod for anything i've ever released it's just a short 2 level dungeon
A abandoned mine full of mystery, spookiness, and undead i will be adding more eventually and this is the first part of a series let me know what you think"

It looks like they had fun. So foggy = spooky... Okay. Lot's of noobish charm. Thanks

Rkfel released Voxel's Bag of Tricks -- Runes and Bound weapons -- as their first. Welcome
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150480
"Tricks from the Khajiit Master Telvanni, Voxel. They are adding new perks to Destruction, Conjuration, and Sneak, and also making Destruction runes scale with their 'Augmented' perks. Destruction has two new perks, Conjuration one, and Sneak has two. These perks allow sneaky trapper game style." Worth a read. There lore is a bit weak thinking a Khajiit Telvanni would exist LOL, but hey, why not LOL

alphabeta997 released Steel BattleAxe of Fiery Souls Replacer as their first. Welcome
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150560
"Replaces the Basic Steel BattleAxe model..." Cute, but the old cat won't be wearing that on his back. Ouch! Your game your way LOL Thanks

Okay, lets see...

TheManaVault released Dahlia Vision Ultra Performance ReShade
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150501
"Ultra performance ReShade preset for potato PC or to not strain your GPU. Made for Cathedral and Azurite Weathers, but you can test with others."

Color an old cat impressed. Definitelyt worth a look if you don't/can't run an ENB. Favors the reds a bit, but that could just be the lighting. This one gets a cookie. Nicely done.

TXTEC released Divergence - Compendium of Beasts - Ash Guardian
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150535
"This creates entirely new textures for the Ash Guardian from the Dragonborn DLC and adds an animation for a pulsating glow effect."

The old cat cannot fault this retex as an alternative to the bland sandstone looking vanilla model. This gives them a very similar look to the heartstone textures this one finds consistent and fitting. Needs to be seen in game, subtle red pulsing might look really good. This one gets a cookie as well. Thanks. tracking.

We'll finish up with something no one would expect from this old cat...

Better Mistveil Keep by mbucki
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150551
"I use the term better very subjectively of course, i just wanted a model that was taller than the Temple of Mara in my game and this is what i came up with."

Okay, pros and cons... Cons first.
A steep shingled roof is not needed where it never snows, crenelations on balconies with no access, and none on the watch tower... Basically it looks way too pretty and well maintained for a bandit keep...

Pros... Nice rock textures that would handle parallax really well, and a very unique look. Why not. we love choice. 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!

Goooooooood Morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Morndas the 19th of Second Seed. Wage slaves lament, the weekend has ended. hide if you can or work if you must, It's Morndas again. 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 the biscuits are fudge brownie cookies. Checking the hot sheets we have 50 new from the usual eclectic sources. Let's see what catches an old cat's eye over a fresh cuppa...

uber7conto released Mini Potions as a first mod. Welcome
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150459
Makes all potions half size. This one assumes you should load after any bottle replacers. Gracias

Punbunn released NFF Ignore Token for A Horse's Life - SPID as a first mod. Welcome
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150449
"Using SPID it gives everything in the "HorseRace" an NFF ignore token, to prevent conflicts with A Horse's Life" Interesting mod, the old cat wondered if making you horse a follower would have unseen repercussions. Our lovely Gnewna may have to start including your horse in the custom follower warnings. Who would have thunk lol

Rosehla returns with Quaint Solitude Home
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150445
"Small Solitude home-in-the-wall with room for spouse and two followers." Not her best work. Shoehorned into a sloped retaining wall, poorly cluttered. Basically slapped together because she didn't want to pay for a room. Thanks, but not for old cats.

Pieter82 released Higher Poly Vanilla Burnt Corpses
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150421
"Higher poly meshes for the vanilla burnt corpses. Mesh replacer only, no plugin/ESP" Not a huge improvement but in this case it works. Vanilla with cleaner curves. Have a cookie

Cl3mus released Vanaheimr - Ore Veins
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/149148
"A complete overhaul of Skyrim's ore veins, ores, and ingots."

Mixed feelings on this one. The old cat really likes the subtlety, but the veins would be almost impossible to distinguish from the surrounding rock, even in a mine. Also the missing snow shaders are obviously needed to 'see' the veins in snowy regions, but being the only rocks not dusted in snow just looks wrong. Worth a look, but pass

LIeweIIyn released The Wolf Twins - A Farkas and Vilkas NPC Replacer
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150399
"An NPC replacer for the Wolf Twins, Farkas and Vilkas. This replacer can be installed separately or together. FOMOD and ESL-Flagged." well... they are definitely twins in this mod. The only difference is the beard vs. stubble. Worth a look and a cookie.

We'll finish up with llLilyll continuing to populate the world with 20 somethings

Girls of Falkreath Npc Replacers
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150466
"This mod replaces the appearances of various female NPCs in Falkreath Hold, giving them a fresh, high-quality makeover while remaining fully compatible with your own preferred body and skin textures (CBBE, UNP, BHUNP, etc.)"

If I say anything nice Gnewna will beat me up... (Shhh, I like Angi)

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 18th of Second Seed, and a lazy morning. Perfect for sleeping in, catching up on chores, spending time with the family, and big brunches that put you back to sleep... Who is kidding who? Draw the blinds, put out the cat, lock the doors, and shut off the phone. Thar-B-Dragons!

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 Inspirazione a Venezia, and the biscuits will wait on the old cat returning from the markets... Maybe sour cherry oatmeal cookies. Checking the hot sheets we have 61 new mods with Jiggles, and dangles, and cheats oh my. Let's see what catches the eye over a fresh cuppa... this maybe #5

StarfieldPog released Silent Favorites SE as a first mod. Welcome
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150387
"This mod makes the selection and deselection of items in the Favorites menu be silent" (and journal entries as well) Your game your way. Thanks for sharing

Watermalia released Mala - The Mudcrab Companion as a first mod. Welcome
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150381
"A faithful mudcrab companion that fights by your side!" Aww... Nice. Ah'vrie would probably kill it by accident. Mudcrabs are for eating, but your game your way. Thanks

ImmortalElf13 released Rogue's Quick Start Chest for Cheaters as a first mod. Welcome
"My own Personal Cheat Chest conveniently placed behind the Guardian Stones." No link needed, but thanks for sharing

otisimo212 released Riverwood Falls - Waterfall Additions for Riverwood
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150380
"Adds two waterfalls near Riverwood. This mod is based on Cooleoj’s "Unique Locations – Riverwood Forest" with some changes I made and some patches."

There second mod after a year away. Pretty, but the old cat is not fond of extensive landscape edits. Worth a look though. Thanks

ysaeeiderup released ENB Particle Lights for Bound Weapons SE.
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150334
"This is a simple model replacement MOD that adds ENB Particle Lights effects to the original Bound Weapons. No ESP/ESL"

Their third mod after a 4 year absence. It always calls us back doesn't it. Thanks. The old cat will have to check if that doesn't already exist... So many installed already LOL.

aaofyi released Rider Tombs
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150373
"The weapons of the apocalyptic riders must be acquired, apocalypses tend to be bad for the sweet roll business"

Ah yes, four new dungeons and the promise of OP weapons? Sounds like a winner to me. The dungeons seem well designed and cluttered. Worth a look. Thanks

And finally we have an edited version of Azurite weathers III by laminin
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150269
"Compilation of edits for Azurite Weathers III for more dramatic lighting, better sunlight, and more."

Taste is subjective, Looking through the pics, the color pallet was shifted to favor the reds, and bloom was increased. The old cat tends to prefer the default settings. Shifting the sun light more toward the blue instead of the reds would look much more natural. Your game your way. Worth a look.

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 Fredas the 16th of Second Seed, and thank the divines, the weekend is nigh. It's a peaceful predawn here on warm sands, there's a chill in the air and a gentle breeze. Which belies the tyranny of the sun coming all to soon to Elsweyr. Anyway, the blessed moons have set, and it is time 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 Miami Espresso, and the biscuits are fudge brownie cookies. Checking the hot sheets we 44 new mods with all the jiggles, dangles, patches, pointy sticks, and cheats we've come to expect. Let's see what catches the eye over a fresh cuppa or two.

ApacheMaiden has reverted to noob status with the release of God Mode Ring ESL

KnightyKnight90 released Werewolf Model Replacer as a first mod. Welcome
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150220
"a longer snout and ears to resemble a real werewolf" Ummm... Okay, thanks?

tnoucca released A realistic style grass mix as a first mod. welcome
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150209
A blending of Folkvangr, and Verdant. Not a bad look. Interesting first mod. 1 cookie, thanks

1m0ws released Maerchenwald - The Archwood Lite - Giant Fantasy Trees
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150187
"Additional trees for Falkreath Hold. A chopped and lore-friendlier version of the magnificent Archwoods by Wigfrid09. To be used with other tree mods."

Interesting look. This is their second mod, and effectively and basically turns Nirn into Endor. If you want impossibly huge trees, this is your mod. You can tell they have limited modding experience in the reading, but it's definitely a look. Have a cookie

101ex released Elemental Salts Breath
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150207
"Consuming Fire, Frost, or Void Salts causes you to exhale a breath imbued with the elemental essence of the salt. ESL-flagged." And it's not even a weapon, just a spicy burp, so why would you consume such valuable ingredient... Never mind If it makes you happy. Pass

HamsterSensei12 released Gold Septim Currency
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150142
"This mod uses JS Purses and Septims and Multi-Currency System to add a new Gold Septim currency to Skyrim."

Another destined for the pile. This one is a little different. It changes the base septim currency in the game to silver, then adds back in a gold septim... And you'll still find them in ancient first era, and dwemer ruins. Thanks, not for old cats.

Giftig ported Athletics Training - with MCM by Volek to SSE
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150213
"This mod brings back Athletics to Skyrim. Raise your speed and jump height by sprinting, jumping and swimming"

Sooo, Oblivion is filtering 'up/down' to Skyrim. Keep running and jumping and you'll run faster and jump higher. Interesting that this was based on a very old pre-oldrim-CK mod. Needs testing, but thanks. Have a cookie

We'll finish up with two that have an interesting spin on the Aetherium forge

Almalesbian released Katria's Legacy - Publish the Aetherium Forge
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150184
"The true mind behind "The Aetherium Wars" has had her work stolen by her apprentice. After helping Katria complete her life's work, you can use her journal to publish the truth."

I love the concept, but it needs a 'finish' Completing 'Lost to the ages' sets you up to be attacked by her 'apprentice' as a random world encounter. This mod should have had you bring it to the Bards college to deliver/sell it to Gerard. And precipitated the random attack before you could arrive. Nice mod, needs polish. Thanks

And finally, maybe not for old cats, but definitely deserves mention

Molten Forgemaster Replacer by ChakraSSE
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150195
"Replaces The Forgemaster with a lava golem version. (ESL Flagged)"

Evidently this is an imported open source 3d model. The old cat could definitely see this crawling out of the lava. And it's a very easy head cannon to think "this is why the Dwemer stopped all work on Aetherium" We love choice.

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 Turdas the 15th of Second Seed and a chilly predawn here on warm sands. The blessed moons have set and t 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 Istanbul espresso, and the old cat will be baking fresh a little later. This one is already tasting a batch of apricot thumbprint cookies ;-) Checking the hot sheets we have 50 new from the usual sources. A few caught the eye. Let's dive right in.

JAMP1RE released Quick add all fish as a first mod. Welcome. No link needed. The title describes the text file perfectly. Thanks

TXTEC released Divergence - Skytone - Runes as their second mod. Welcome back
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150112
"This mod retextures the spell runes for base Skyrim and the Dragonborn DLC" Interesting retex, it's basically vanilla with better saturation and an almost 3D look to the rune itself. This one gets a cookie. Nice look. Thanks

ApacheMaiden is still at it
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/ApacheMaiden/mods?gameId=1704
More painting replacers, and a ESL conversion of dragonling eggs. Thanks

Hydraaawr released Left Unknown - Item Identification System
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150079
"Identification system for items before use. Inspired by the Diablo series"

Soooo, looting/autolooting a corpse or chest dumps everything in your inventory as 'unidentified' Then you have to cast a spell to find out what crap you just picked up? You can't even cast it on the container first? Your game your way. PASS

Let's see... Lexa did an eye candy overhaul of Haydja
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150011
So a mod to tweak a mod that tweaks a mod that tweaks the vanilla quest... More coffee

braxusx released DLC2AshTreeSwap - Base Object Swapper
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150106
"Swaps all of the ugly ash and broken trees PLUS logs and stumps in the southern part of Solstheim with better looking ones"

Taste is subjective, That's not the case here. There's a reason these trees are dead, and living trees don't grow sideways on the ground. Ah'vrie usually doesn't poke authors, But this really looks... If you have nothing nice to say. Moving right along

Axland released Blended One Mountain SSE - Colors
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150046
"Blended One Mountain SSE is a performance friendly mountain texture. Using it as a base, now there are 4 colors to choose for those needing it."

See, now this is a nicely done mod. Adding color variations to an existing potato friendly retex adds more choices for people that have very limited choices. This gets a cookie. Hopefully they will choose associated cave and mine textures and add the same color variants as well. Thanks

And finally we'll finish up with one from bearaleous

Unique Reach Bridges - Base Object Swapper
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150036
"Replaces vanilla bridges in the Reach with a new stone bridge using Base Object Swapper"

The old cat loves the new 'dwemerish' support columns and cap stones, Unfortunately the arch stonework is sized completely wrong for that bridges. Still it looks good, and we like adding regional variations to the architecture. We'll give it a cookie, but the old cat is not fond of the arches at all. too big, wrong curvature... Good start though. 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!

Goooooooooood morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Middas the 14th of Second Seed and a very quiet predawn here at the inn. This is okay. It makes sweeping the floors that much easier. The blessed moons have set so we're safe from the goddess' crazy puppies for now. The full moons have passed, but they're still gibbous. Be on your guard for another day or two at least. Anyway, 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 Inspirazione a Venezia, and the fresh biscuits will have to wait on Ah'vrie's visit to the markets a little later, but there are plenty of classic Chocolate chips to tide us over for now. Checking the hot sheets we have 41 new mods and about a dozen want a closer look. Let's dive right in with a fresh cuppa.

First a quick shout out to kuroishitam for Chaurus Hatch - OIF
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/149989
"Another mod to fuel your nightmare, this mod add chaurus nymph which spawns everytime you disturb their egg sacs. Enjoy!" *shudders* not for this old cat, but nice. LOL

dBottle released two today.
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/dBottle/mods?gameId=1704
Mesh Glow Removal Project: "Ongoing project to remove the ugly orb like glow from meshes." (They released a CS, light placer mod and patch hub a month ago. Consider this an extension of that. Ah'vrie will label this 'WIP')

Varied Faces of Skyrim: "Uses SkyPatcher to randomize generic NPC faces, making every playthrough more unique." If it makes you happy, why not ;-)

Speaking of light...

Dynamic Interior Ambient Lighting (DIAL) by isoprophlex
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/149920
"Dynamically adjusts interior ambient lighting based on the time of day, seamlessly integrating as an addon compatible with any existing lighting mod."

Okay, now this one is worth a look. It looks like it dynamically shifts the interior color palette to the blues at night, not just make it darker. The GIF on the mod page demonstrates it wonderfully. Downloaded for testing. 2 cookies

gera1264 released Better Vanilla Weather
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/149975
"Vanilla LE weather with foggy landscapes, increased snow, ash and rain particles density, disabled eye adaptation and bloom" Yeesh, that's setting the bar awful low. This looks exactly as you imagine. Not for old cats but thanks.

Blackread released Darker Cathedral 3D Snow Rocks
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/149972
"Makes the snowy rocks added by Cathedral - 3D Rocks less bright so they don't stand out as much with darker snow mods." A worthy fix. Thanks. Have a cookie

The Universe calls for a look at moss and Ivy again

Skyking Hanging Moss
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150002
"Replaces the textures for the hanging moss throughout Skyrim and Solstheim. These textures are offered in 1k, 2k, and 4k versions." These are far superior to the vanilla meshes. Worth a look. Thanks

AlaxoucheModding released Dirt Cliffs Enhancement - High Quality Ivy
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/149919
"This mod replaces the vanilla dirt cliff meshes with lush, detailed vines from the High Quality Ivy Mod."

The old cat has mixed feelings on this one. They definitely look better than vanilla by far, and maybe better than a few of the existing overhauls, but it doesn't look correct. The ivy should be hanging like a curtain off the ridge, not growing in the shadow of the overhang like a beard. The old cat will pass, but nice work. Have a cookie

3ncanis released Hanging Moss to High Quality Ivy
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150007
"Mesh replacer that changes hanging moss to the ivy from fxckthisworld's High Quality Ivy Replacer" Replace all hanging moss with Ivy? Not for old cats, but we love choice. Thanks

Lets see... Mistborn Eyes by megaman2k (pardon the pun)
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150001
"Adds a small selection of new eyes." Some interesting colors, The ringed orange violet and jade could all be interesting. Thanks

RaddusX released Dynamic Body Hair Overlays - Growing and Shaveable Hair (NSFW)
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/150015
"Growing & shaveable hair using RaceMenu body overlays! (face, hands, & feet support coming soon)" Support for followers also in the works. Lot's of possibilities here, and not just for the one handed gaming crowd. Think 5 o'clock shadows, and scruffy beards after a few days of dungeon crawling. Could even pave the way for barbers as a merchant mechanic... The old cat hopes this develops further. Thanks for sharing.

We'll finish up with a quest mod today.

Miasma by Renacles
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/149879

"Miasma is a medium-sized quest that will take you through the Ashlands of Solstheim as you assist a member of Argonia's An-Xileel in taking down a rogue Telvanni wizard. The quest features new locations, a temporary companion, and plenty of spells and equipment for the player to find throughout the story."

And nothing at all to do with sleeping gas Looks like some nice level design. New dungeons to crawl and loot to gather. Seems a perfect way to finish up. 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 13th of Second Seed, and a quiet 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 Classic Ristretto, and the old cat is having banana bread with his coffee for once. Checking the hot sheets we have 52 new from the usual eclectic sources. Let's see what catches the eye of an old cat over a fresh cuppa or two.

KitzMods released Rorikstead Revitalized as their second mod. Welcome back
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/149857
Swaps out a few houses in Rorikstead with Whiterun transplants. If it makes you happy. Thanks

7isek released Hand Pawpads (Oblivion inspired Khajiit hands)
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/149844
"Oblivion like Khajiit pawpads on hands. Many textures available (Striped, Leopard, Alternatives, Lioness, Better Khajiit...) in 3 base colors (Black/grey/pink * your character tint). For both male and female characters. Normal map for nice hand texture included. Optional ja-Kha'jay Khajiits patch included." Far be it for an old cat to argue Khajiit being shown some love. And versions available for most Khajiit overhauls as welkl. Thanks

Vayura returns with Vergis Ancient vessels
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/149915
"Another replace of two burial canopies for ancient ruins." An interesting model. Beautiful work. Not sure about the glowing cracks... looks like something is trying to escape ;-) Thanks

tcbflash is still trying to slow the game... two today
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/tcbflash/mods?gameId=1704
Slower swimming, and slower stamina regen at low health. There is some merit to slowing the game down, but combat debuffs are always tricky to keep in balance. Thanks

Lets see... TheOneTrueFuzzBeed is modding mod added doors
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/149931
A couple of cities of the north patches, and Riverwood has wall patch. Thanks

llLilyll released Girls of Whiterun Npc Replacers
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/149960
"14 Replacer female Npc Whiterun. Adrianne, Ahlam Arcadia Carlotta Hulda Irileth, Jenassa, Ysolda, Uthgerd, Saadia, Olfina, Saffir, Danica and Lydia. Use your Default body & Textures."

The invasion of the twenty somethings continues. They're not bad, just way too young. Hulda's hair makes this one question Lilly's taste though lol.

Okay that was it, but the old cat couldn't end the day there... just couldn't

Dragonbone Horse Armor (Death Charger) by GildyBoye
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/149950

Embrace the meme, Live the meme, Be the meme... and laugh at yourself hysterically

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!