Modding on the SpectrumGooooood Morning Tamriel!
Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Sundas the 12th of Frostfall and an overcast dawn here on warm sands. It's been raining all night and this one sleeps like a baby during storms, so apologies for being tardy. 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 Ginger. Checking the hot sheets we have 50 new mods. Plenty of jangle, and patches, but not a lot of substance. Let's dive right in over a fresh cuppa.
SKYKLF released NirnRoot Sound Replacer.
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/161323
Okay...? This time it's chirping birds. For crimson nirnroot as well... Another for the pile. PASS
This next one... You'll want to read the page. Too early for old cats
Shekhinaga released Partial Form Patcher
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/161274
"Dynamically patches overwritten visual and audio mods at startup."
Thanks? So this is a run time mini patcher, that deals with mods overwriting your visuals at startup... Must play hell with Dyndolod LOL.
SerenityZeroDB released two today. frostfall keywords for beyond Bruma, and an auto trigger for blessings of nature as a personal fix, but shared. Thanks
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/Sere ... ameId=1704
And finally Rough Leather Armor - Revisited by L4zyWalrus
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/161264
"A revisited version of this wonderful armor mod, offering both color variations in game simultaneously and optionally balanced stats."
The old cat has to admit, the darker varient is a subtle change, but much better looking.
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!
Coffee with an old Khajiit
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Avrie
- Joined: Thu Nov 03, 2022 11:37 pm
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Avrie
- Joined: Thu Nov 03, 2022 11:37 pm
Re: Coffee with an old Khajiit
Gooooooood Morning Tamriel!
Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Morndas the 13th of Frostfall and wage slaves lament the weekend is over. Hide if you can, or work if you must, it's Morndas again. It's a sleepy predawn here on warm sands. The blessed moons have long set, and it's time for this one to tend the inn once again. Excuse please while the fires are stoked, and fresh water is put to the flame...
Our brew of the day is Arpeggio extra, and the biscuits are Chocolate chip. Checking the hot sheets we have 44 new mods in the usual eclectic mix. Let's see what catches an old cat's eye that doesn't jiggle. It was a jiggle sort of morning
AlhimikPh released VRAM Texture Analyzer
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/161383
"This handy analyzer helps you understand how textures from your mods affect game performance. It scans mods, calculates how much video memory (VRAM) they consume, and shows where you can save to avoid lag and crashes. Perfect for setups with 100+ mods — you'll instantly see which textures are the biggest VRAM hogs and how to trim them down."
A bit early for the old cat, but looks interesting. Worth a read. Thanks
A wee bit of jiggle Hjartulv released 2 today. A Mjoll replacer and her body (NSFW)
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/Hjar ... ameId=1704
An interesting look. A bit young, but the SMP hair choice is perfect. Have a cookie
And finally, this is pretty much the mod of the day Talk about your labor of love. The pictures were taken mostly without ENB or reshade *looks to the sky... Thank you!*
Wired1up released Modern Lighting Overhaul 2 (MLO2)
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/160748
"Modern Lighting Overhaul 2 (MLO2) is a lightweight, performance friendly lighting enhancement that upgrades nearly every light source with realistic illumination"
This must have been a child of love and OCD. A lot of work went into this, and it was really well done. (Relighting Skyrim on steroids) The old cat can tell his interiors are going to be bloody dark. ToosTruus posted the few pics that tell the tale.
This needs to be seen in game, and it just might start the search for the perfect ENB all over again. Ah'vrie is looking forward to testing this. There's a lot of info on the mod pages, and the "MLO.ini" file gives you a lot of control. Thanks team, 3 cookie work
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!
Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Morndas the 13th of Frostfall and wage slaves lament the weekend is over. Hide if you can, or work if you must, it's Morndas again. It's a sleepy predawn here on warm sands. The blessed moons have long set, and it's time for this one to tend the inn once again. Excuse please while the fires are stoked, and fresh water is put to the flame...
Our brew of the day is Arpeggio extra, and the biscuits are Chocolate chip. Checking the hot sheets we have 44 new mods in the usual eclectic mix. Let's see what catches an old cat's eye that doesn't jiggle. It was a jiggle sort of morning
AlhimikPh released VRAM Texture Analyzer
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/161383
"This handy analyzer helps you understand how textures from your mods affect game performance. It scans mods, calculates how much video memory (VRAM) they consume, and shows where you can save to avoid lag and crashes. Perfect for setups with 100+ mods — you'll instantly see which textures are the biggest VRAM hogs and how to trim them down."
A bit early for the old cat, but looks interesting. Worth a read. Thanks
A wee bit of jiggle Hjartulv released 2 today. A Mjoll replacer and her body (NSFW)
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/Hjar ... ameId=1704
An interesting look. A bit young, but the SMP hair choice is perfect. Have a cookie
And finally, this is pretty much the mod of the day Talk about your labor of love. The pictures were taken mostly without ENB or reshade *looks to the sky... Thank you!*
Wired1up released Modern Lighting Overhaul 2 (MLO2)
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/160748
"Modern Lighting Overhaul 2 (MLO2) is a lightweight, performance friendly lighting enhancement that upgrades nearly every light source with realistic illumination"
This must have been a child of love and OCD. A lot of work went into this, and it was really well done. (Relighting Skyrim on steroids) The old cat can tell his interiors are going to be bloody dark. ToosTruus posted the few pics that tell the tale.
This needs to be seen in game, and it just might start the search for the perfect ENB all over again. Ah'vrie is looking forward to testing this. There's a lot of info on the mod pages, and the "MLO.ini" file gives you a lot of control. Thanks team, 3 cookie work
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!
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Avrie
- Joined: Thu Nov 03, 2022 11:37 pm
Re: Coffee with an old Khajiit
Gooooooood Morning Tamriel!
Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Turdas the 14th of Frostfall and a quiet predawn here on warm sands. The storms have passed 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 Arpeggio extra, and the biscuits are banana nut. Checking the hot sheets we have 36 new in the usual eclectic mix. Let's see what catches an old cat's eye over a fresh cuppa or two.
IdomeneusOfCrete released White Hearth
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/135581
"Snowcapped, fortified player home on a rocky outcrop between Riverwood and Whiterun."
Their 5th castle in 4 years. Thanks. Not for old cats. Lore friendly? right. Moving right along
JJerem released Medieval Markets
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/161479
"Overhauls the markets in the cities of Skyrim, making them look and feel more lived in. With some new custom models."
Like the idea, but not in love with the new models. A definite improvement over vanilla, but evidently with a few havok issues.
Medieval Markets - Whiterun Fixes by SKYKLF
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/161506
"This will fix some issues I noticed with JJerems new mod Medieval Markets in the Whiterun area. ESL" Thanks, This one doesn't buy meat off the ground LOL
Lysril released Whiterun Circle Trellis REMOVED
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/161480
"Ever notice how much of your view is blocked by the stupid trellis fence?"
Wow, what a difference. This one didn't expect to like this mod, but it really is an improvement. Tracking for now. The old cat may actually use this. Thanks
kuroishitam released No Fire During The Rain
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/161369
"This mod disables all fire sources in the outer world—such as campfires, giant campfires, fire sconces, torches, and unique fire sources in Solstheim—when it rains outside, for added immersion."
Not the first mod to attempt this. The last one (REF) was an annoying problem half the time. Hopefully OIF allows this one to work better. Thanks, needs testing in game.
And finally we have Dynamic NPC Hairstyles by JaySerpa
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/161062
"NPCs may change their hair dynamically as time passes, adding more life and agency to the NPCs in your game. You can also change or choose their hair yourself in an immersive way, provided you have a pair of scissors with you."
Check the requirements, it has a few. And in classic 'JayRim' style, it's fully voiced using re-purposed vanilla dialogs spliced. Now this is immersive. 2 cookies Jay, 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!
Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Turdas the 14th of Frostfall and a quiet predawn here on warm sands. The storms have passed 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 Arpeggio extra, and the biscuits are banana nut. Checking the hot sheets we have 36 new in the usual eclectic mix. Let's see what catches an old cat's eye over a fresh cuppa or two.
IdomeneusOfCrete released White Hearth
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/135581
"Snowcapped, fortified player home on a rocky outcrop between Riverwood and Whiterun."
Their 5th castle in 4 years. Thanks. Not for old cats. Lore friendly? right. Moving right along
JJerem released Medieval Markets
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/161479
"Overhauls the markets in the cities of Skyrim, making them look and feel more lived in. With some new custom models."
Like the idea, but not in love with the new models. A definite improvement over vanilla, but evidently with a few havok issues.
Medieval Markets - Whiterun Fixes by SKYKLF
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/161506
"This will fix some issues I noticed with JJerems new mod Medieval Markets in the Whiterun area. ESL" Thanks, This one doesn't buy meat off the ground LOL
Lysril released Whiterun Circle Trellis REMOVED
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/161480
"Ever notice how much of your view is blocked by the stupid trellis fence?"
Wow, what a difference. This one didn't expect to like this mod, but it really is an improvement. Tracking for now. The old cat may actually use this. Thanks
kuroishitam released No Fire During The Rain
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/161369
"This mod disables all fire sources in the outer world—such as campfires, giant campfires, fire sconces, torches, and unique fire sources in Solstheim—when it rains outside, for added immersion."
Not the first mod to attempt this. The last one (REF) was an annoying problem half the time. Hopefully OIF allows this one to work better. Thanks, needs testing in game.
And finally we have Dynamic NPC Hairstyles by JaySerpa
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/161062
"NPCs may change their hair dynamically as time passes, adding more life and agency to the NPCs in your game. You can also change or choose their hair yourself in an immersive way, provided you have a pair of scissors with you."
Check the requirements, it has a few. And in classic 'JayRim' style, it's fully voiced using re-purposed vanilla dialogs spliced. Now this is immersive. 2 cookies Jay, 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!
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Avrie
- Joined: Thu Nov 03, 2022 11:37 pm
Re: Coffee with an old Khajiit
Gooooood Morning Tamriel!
Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Middas the 15th of Frostfall 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. Excuse please while the fires are stoked, and fresh water is put to the flame...
Our brew of the day is Kahawa ya Congo, and the biscuits are fudge brownie cookies. Checking the hot sheets we have 34 new in the now familiar mix of noobs and boobs. Let's see what catches the eye over a fresh cuppa or two.
Philly902 released Barrel of Cheats as a first mod. Welcome.
OP Daedric armor at level one... Thanks, no link needed LOL
ADuckOfWellington released Red Rose Mill - Climbing Roses Addon as their first. Welcome
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/161603
"Uses BOS to add "Hanging Moss to Climbing Roses" to Red Rose Mill." Thanks
Elzar125 released Fire Hurts NG Updated as a second mod. Welcome back
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/161555
"A lightweight SKSE plugin that makes fire actually dangerous for players and NPCs, updated for the newest AE version with NG support" The original mod had a few issues. Like walking over sewer covers damages you, and so did the hot springs. Ah'vrie is unsure if any of that has been fixed. Worth a look, needs testing.
roskospoko released Nordic Coast - HD Realistic Skyrim Coast - Parallax
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/161575
Basically adds parallax support to MD's realistic textures... thanks Looks good
nowiam released Natural Caves
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/161559
"Changing rock caves of Skyrim to a more speleological design. Caves Parallax meshes included with some tweaks and adds, ice caves and mines stay untouched. 2K or 4K textures."
Ah'vrie is on the fence with this one. It's obvious where the author was headed with this. Adds the look of water deposited limestone, a few stalagmites and stalactites, but it's missing the depth, shine, and wetness. Needs sub surface scattering and a bit of shine, but definitely worth a look as an alternative to vanilla. Thanks
And we'll finish up with 4 from ftwranger
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/ftwr ... ameId=1704
Mostly bigger buffed enemies. 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!
Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Middas the 15th of Frostfall 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. Excuse please while the fires are stoked, and fresh water is put to the flame...
Our brew of the day is Kahawa ya Congo, and the biscuits are fudge brownie cookies. Checking the hot sheets we have 34 new in the now familiar mix of noobs and boobs. Let's see what catches the eye over a fresh cuppa or two.
Philly902 released Barrel of Cheats as a first mod. Welcome.
OP Daedric armor at level one... Thanks, no link needed LOL
ADuckOfWellington released Red Rose Mill - Climbing Roses Addon as their first. Welcome
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/161603
"Uses BOS to add "Hanging Moss to Climbing Roses" to Red Rose Mill." Thanks
Elzar125 released Fire Hurts NG Updated as a second mod. Welcome back
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/161555
"A lightweight SKSE plugin that makes fire actually dangerous for players and NPCs, updated for the newest AE version with NG support" The original mod had a few issues. Like walking over sewer covers damages you, and so did the hot springs. Ah'vrie is unsure if any of that has been fixed. Worth a look, needs testing.
roskospoko released Nordic Coast - HD Realistic Skyrim Coast - Parallax
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/161575
Basically adds parallax support to MD's realistic textures... thanks Looks good
nowiam released Natural Caves
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/161559
"Changing rock caves of Skyrim to a more speleological design. Caves Parallax meshes included with some tweaks and adds, ice caves and mines stay untouched. 2K or 4K textures."
Ah'vrie is on the fence with this one. It's obvious where the author was headed with this. Adds the look of water deposited limestone, a few stalagmites and stalactites, but it's missing the depth, shine, and wetness. Needs sub surface scattering and a bit of shine, but definitely worth a look as an alternative to vanilla. Thanks
And we'll finish up with 4 from ftwranger
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/ftwr ... ameId=1704
Mostly bigger buffed enemies. 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!
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Avrie
- Joined: Thu Nov 03, 2022 11:37 pm
Re: Coffee with an old Khajiit
Gooooood Morning Tamriel!
Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Turdas the 16th of Frostfall, and an almost chilly predawn here on warm sands. The blessed moons will be new on Morndas, and the hunters are already planning on a weekend of... celebrating. Anyway, 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 today is Inspirazione a Napoli, and the biscuits are ginger. checking the hot sheets we have 37 new mods with plenty of jangle as always. Let's see what catches an old cat's eye over a fresh cuppa or two...
Lets see... henryetha released Haelga's Debaucherous Notes
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/161652
"Adds 30 adult notes by Haelga for the player. ESL-flagged."
Alright we're starting off with silly. The old cat could totally see this if you use JaySerpa's mod, and side with Haelga. Wwhy would you collect the notes from Wylandriah is a mystery? Your game your way. Thanks
MichaelDovah released Frost Moon - Khajiit Girls Camp
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/161680
"This mod adds a small camp with six khajiit girls near Dawnstar. Standalone and flagged as esl. All of them can be followers, wives and trainers in sneak."
The old cat is always happy to see more Khajiit. He's not thrilled with the camp design though. all the tents are open, and none surround the fire. That and there's enough wood in the platform to have built houses. Nice, but could have been executed better. Thanks
Speaking of cats...
AmyRosyRascal released two 'New Beast Feet' patches as first mods. Welcome
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/AmyR ... ameId=1704
FremiBR released two Serval Khajiit race mods. Fluffy fur, and a new beast feet patch
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/Frem ... ameId=1704
Ivy's Roads of Whiterun
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/161658
"Replaces Whiterun Plains District roads to use the Dirt02 texture from your installed mod list using Base Object Swapper" Swapping pavers for dirt. Your game your way. Thanks
kaijuK41 released Our Women Of Skyrim Overhaul - OWO - Part 1 - Whiterun Hold
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/161200
"A simple vanilla-inspired standalone replacer covering women of Whiterun Hold based on COTR, but without any of the requirements."
Taste is subjective, a bit cookie cutter, some are a bit too butch? Worth a look, but not for old cats. Thanks
And finally we'll finish up with Nova Riverwood by ComputerPlayer1
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/161674
"A meticulous compilation of select mods and many custom additions including a new starter player home, creating a detailed and fully realized Riverwood."
Not a collection, you'll need to download and install the required mods, then overwrite with their patch. If you check the comments there another list of 'soft requirements' if you want to achieve the 'look'
Unfortunately they use LUX, so you're saddled with all of it's baggage if you want to use this overhaul. That's a deal breaker for old cats, but it's a beautiful overhaul and worth a look. Evidently this is the first of a series. Thanks. Nicely done. Have a cookie
And that will do for today. The fires are stoked, the kettles scrubbed, and the floors are swept. Have a seat by the fires and warm your bones. We-B-Open!
Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Turdas the 16th of Frostfall, and an almost chilly predawn here on warm sands. The blessed moons will be new on Morndas, and the hunters are already planning on a weekend of... celebrating. Anyway, 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 today is Inspirazione a Napoli, and the biscuits are ginger. checking the hot sheets we have 37 new mods with plenty of jangle as always. Let's see what catches an old cat's eye over a fresh cuppa or two...
Lets see... henryetha released Haelga's Debaucherous Notes
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/161652
"Adds 30 adult notes by Haelga for the player. ESL-flagged."
Alright we're starting off with silly. The old cat could totally see this if you use JaySerpa's mod, and side with Haelga. Wwhy would you collect the notes from Wylandriah is a mystery? Your game your way. Thanks
MichaelDovah released Frost Moon - Khajiit Girls Camp
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/161680
"This mod adds a small camp with six khajiit girls near Dawnstar. Standalone and flagged as esl. All of them can be followers, wives and trainers in sneak."
The old cat is always happy to see more Khajiit. He's not thrilled with the camp design though. all the tents are open, and none surround the fire. That and there's enough wood in the platform to have built houses. Nice, but could have been executed better. Thanks
Speaking of cats...
AmyRosyRascal released two 'New Beast Feet' patches as first mods. Welcome
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/AmyR ... ameId=1704
FremiBR released two Serval Khajiit race mods. Fluffy fur, and a new beast feet patch
https://next.nexusmods.com/profile/Frem ... ameId=1704
Ivy's Roads of Whiterun
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/161658
"Replaces Whiterun Plains District roads to use the Dirt02 texture from your installed mod list using Base Object Swapper" Swapping pavers for dirt. Your game your way. Thanks
kaijuK41 released Our Women Of Skyrim Overhaul - OWO - Part 1 - Whiterun Hold
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/161200
"A simple vanilla-inspired standalone replacer covering women of Whiterun Hold based on COTR, but without any of the requirements."
Taste is subjective, a bit cookie cutter, some are a bit too butch? Worth a look, but not for old cats. Thanks
And finally we'll finish up with Nova Riverwood by ComputerPlayer1
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... ods/161674
"A meticulous compilation of select mods and many custom additions including a new starter player home, creating a detailed and fully realized Riverwood."
Not a collection, you'll need to download and install the required mods, then overwrite with their patch. If you check the comments there another list of 'soft requirements' if you want to achieve the 'look'
Unfortunately they use LUX, so you're saddled with all of it's baggage if you want to use this overhaul. That's a deal breaker for old cats, but it's a beautiful overhaul and worth a look. Evidently this is the first of a series. Thanks. Nicely done. Have a cookie
And that will do for today. The fires are stoked, the kettles scrubbed, and the floors are swept. Have a seat by the fires and warm your bones. We-B-Open!
