Modding on the Spectrum

Goooooood Morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishing you well. It is Tirdas the 14th of First Seed and another quiet predawn here on warm sands. The blessed moons want through the first quarter tomorrow, and will be new in a week. Ah'vrie knows Spring will soon be here, Not even the strongest mages can staunch the sands of time. Anyway, it is once again time for Ah'vrie to tend the inn for our most honored guests. Excuse please while the fires are tended and fresh water is put to the boil...

Brew of the day is Inspirazione a Venezia and the biscuits are Bordeaux. Checking the hot sheets we have 43 new with all the usual suspects. Let's see what catches the eye of an old cat this day over a fresh cuppa.


ancienthorn released Headgear Stops Sun Damage
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/86953
Not the first my googly challenged friend but thanks

vapidghostbust released Dialogue Expansion- Khajiit Caravans
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87007
"This mod adds around 150 lines of dialogue (149 to be exact) to various Khajiiti caravan merchants around Skyrim. Also, 3 scenes have been added between Ri'saad and Marandrujo. ESPFE. Voiced via Elevenlabs AI. Updates to come!"

Elvenlabs sounds surprisingly decent in this case. Worth a listen, not sure about the added scenes (replayability) but thanks

lilkippi released Serana NPC Overhaul
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/86936
A different and interesting look for her. younger, a little gaunt... Thanks another for the pile

Qolore7 released Know Your Enemies and Armors - Inspect Redone
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/86979
"Changes the inspect spells from Know Your Enemies/Armors to novice level aimed alteration spells that can be found alongside other novice alteration spells"

J3w3ls Killmove Paralysis Prevention - Synthesis Patcher
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/86973
"This is a synthesis patcher that does the same as the Killmove Paralysis Prevention mod"

Okay let's see... Improved Windstad Manor Fish Dock and Round Posts
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/86952
"3D SMIM Ropes, Round Posts and some Visual Fixes for Windstad Manor (Hearthfire) Fish Hatchery." Minor fixes but well done. Thanks, have a cookie

FYX - The first Rampart and Watchtower of Solitude
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/86964
"Fix the first watchtower and the first rampart of Solitude, Rampart access version." Yuril's on a mission LOL. Intends to open a blank window and ends up fixing a bunch of mesh errors LOL. This one is not surprised. Thanks, have another cookie

And finally The old cat is not sure if this is a mod of the day, or just another indication of the new paradigm of modding...

Skyland Landscapes Parallax by Skyking2020
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/86821
"Introduce the parallax effect to Skyland Landscapes or Skyland aio with Skyland Landscapes Parallax. This mod will add parallax to all landscape, landscape meshes, bridges, mountains, dirt cliffs, mines, caves, and ore veins."

The old cat has just started testing parallax and it really is a game changer from a visual perspective, but how it plays out over time Vs. potato/mid range computer rigs is a worry. Obviously parallax requires the capability to smoothly run the newest ENB binaries and an advanced preset. The schism between consoles and the PC master race has also just gotten wider. The old cat likes what he sees so far. But worries for those constrained by hardware being left behind.

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 ignore that old cat in the corner propped up by his broom gently snoring in the corner. We-B-Open! :steamhappy:

Goooooood Morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Middas the 15th of First Seed. It is another quiet predawn here on warm sands. The blessed moons have set, the paths are closed, and it is once again time for Ah'vrie to tend the inn for our most honored guests. Excuse please while the fires are stoked, and fresh water brought to the boil...

Brew of the day is Indonesia, and the biscuits are Toll House. Checking the hot sheets we have 50 new with... well, not a lot of substance. As always we welcome new mod authors.

A shout out to TheShiningAbsol for "fixing a fix" to dialog in USEEP, if you're using the Hold Riders mod kvatchcount which restored a cut NPC. Thanks
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87068

ZulMods released a rather unappetizing potato model
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87062
your game your way ... Pass

DrCorg released Standing Stones and Shrines Located
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/86996
"Adds 9 notes which give the directions to nearby standing stones and daedric shrines, as well as marking them on your map." Okay... Thanks

gavwhittaker released Paraphernalia - Anti-Flicker
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87015
Right... initially disables specific vanilla light sources to combat engine limitations and reduce flickering. Not intended for a vanilla game, and no information given as to what sources were disabled. You're mileage may vary depending on your lighting setup. Would require testing in your build.

And finally, a blatant cheat even the old cat would consider... consider.

Earlier Extra Enchantment Effects FreckledShrike
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/86572
"Twin Enchantment is now available at 40 Enchanting with a 50% penalty to all new enchantments, and at level 80 with no penalty." For ordinator or Vokriinator

Way to make two OP mods even more OP... The old cat can't throw stones. If there was a version for vanilla this one would have probably installed it... Not proud of that. no cookie

And honestly that's about it. A couple of new personal patch dumpsters, some jiggle, dangle and pointy sticks. They can't all be gems.

The fires are stoked, the kettles scrubbed, and the floors are swept. Have a seat and the wenches will serve you. We-B-Open! :steamhappy:

Goooooood Morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Turdas the 16th of First Seed and yesterdays storms have passed 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 fires, scrub the kettles, and sweep the floors...

Brew of the day is Istanbul Espresso and the biscuits are Cherry Verona. Checking the hot sheets we have 58 new with enough jiggle to keep DJ red happy. Let's see what catches the eye of an old cat this morning that doesn't have a cup size over a fresh cuppa...

A shout out to 1Input1 who released a first mods last week, and two more today. They are all for their collection, and so fell through the cracks. Welcome to the community

BoredErica returned to modding after a 2 year absence with what the old cat will jokingly call the most inconsequential fix mod ever released... Erica was comparing textures and noticed a single arrow "tip" was poking through the bottom of the Nordic arrow's quiver slightly in the center and couldn't "unsee" it

Nordic Quiver Mesh Fix
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87137
See a need, fill a need

Edryu released Mortar and Pestle - Portable Alchemy
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87105
Not the first, and arguably for our googly challenged author not as convenient as the existing Portable Alchemy mod by Rich Webster. There's nothing wrong with this mod per say, only the author chose to have the physical motor and pestle removed from your inventory after every third use... The old cat uses an actual mortar and pestle in his kitchen for grinding dry herbs and seeds, and trust me, anyone with two brain cells to rub together knows that a heavy stone bowl does not get used up :steamfacepalm: PASS

bananakillerBRO released Kynareth's Rest (A first mod... sort of)
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/85842
"Adds a small, idyllic shack to the Eldergleam Sanctuary, perfectly tailored to fit a child of nature." A nice effort from an inexperienced modder. The mod has some minor pathing issues for NPCs and the waterfall drips through the roof. Worth a look. The old cat is not sure he'd want to "spoil" the sanctuary, but your game your way.

MANHUNTER69 released two "reshaped" armors
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... user+files
They've been "reshaping" vanilla/cc armors for a while now. These are worth a look

Hentof released two today as well.
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... user+files
Upscaled banner/carpet cloth, and map/book paper. Thanks

MaskedRPGFan released several new settings loaders
https://www.nexusmods.com/users/2282209 ... files&BH=0

Griffterthefirst released Beyond The Hype's ENB for Obsidian Weathers
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87090
"An ENB for a realistic touch for ultimate Immersion" This is their first ENB preset and the old at has to admit this looks good. It's a WIP, but already catches the eye. The greens are a bit to desaturated for the old cat, but the palette and sharpening are spot on. tracking

dulcinea14 released Sleep Tight - NPCs wear underwear or lingerie
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87132
"Patch for Sleep Tight that enables female NPCs to wear lingerie and male NPCs to wear underwear. S0S is REQUIRED. Optional HIMBO support (see details)" quite a few "reasonable" requirements. Made for personal use and released as is...

The old cat was using Go-to-bed, now he's thinking about it... tracking

Let's get to the good stuff...

lilebonymace released Motionless Rocks Killing People Fix
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87111
"Fixes already fallen motionless rocks from falling rock traps killing NPCs bumping into them." If you use followers this should be an instant download. Nice solution. but it will stop you from expecting a "rolling kill" Now you have to actually "drop" the rocks on the baddies. A trade off for sure, but worth considering if you travel with a posse.

AndrealphusVIII released Zoom in Without Bows
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87120
"This mod simulates zooming in and out, by pressing a button, similar to zooming in and out when using the archery perk." One of the old cat's favorite vanilla perks ... This was made in support of his one handed crossbow framework because they are actually modified staves. Thanks,

And finally our mod of the day... Summon the dancers and beat the drums!

Campfire Integrations Compendium by wizkid34
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87142
"The purpose of this mod is to integrate pelts looted from various mod added creatures into the Campfire crafting system. Finally you will be able to use these pelts not only to sell them to a vendor but also to craft all the items introduced by Campfire that require leather and fur plates." So far... "Integrations include mods from Mihail, 4thUnknown, FireOogle, Skinwalker21 and viltuska" This is an automated patch hub for campfire if that isn't clear Thanks, Massimiliano knocks it out of the park again... 2 cookies and now maybe the old cat is leaning back towards campfire instead of campsite... tempting

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! :steamhappy:

Gooooooood Morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Fredas the 17th of First Seed and thank the divines the weekend is nigh. AhhhYah! :steambored: Excuse please a fuzzy headed old cat. He was out making merry with friends and needs his coffee yes he does. It is once again time for Ah'vrie to stoke the fires and put fresh water to the boil...

Brew of the day is Stockholm Lungo, and the biscuits are Gingermen. *Shuuders* coffeegasm! that's the stuff. Checking the hot sheets we have 42 new with all the jiggles, dangles, patches and goofs we've come to love. Let's see what catches the bloodshot eyes of an old cat this day over a fresh cuppa ... Make it a double.

Friezadono released two first mods. A sword from oblivian and an ESO styled etched rock outside Rebel's cairn. Welcome
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... user+files

Nodiel71 released Primula Vulgaris - A 3D Mountain Flower Replacer as as second mod
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87194
"Replaces the two grass-like vanilla mountain flower models with six unique clumps of 3D primroses" Very nice actually. Look out DrJacopo, we love choice. Have a cookie

Let's see... Norman46spear released another three today. A relatively empty "new land" which is supposed to be the Hammerfell / Highrock border... a boat, and a moonshine dealer... No comment

shadowman2777 the poster child for one handed gaming is still at it. Maven the cougar

coldsun1187 released two more cookie cutter bimbettes from the pantheon

TB's Better Imperial Towers
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87202
"Makes the Imperial tower parallax with new 4K textures."

The old cat thinks parallax and 4K are not excuses for ugly. 'Better' is such a subjective term. Ah'vrie is not thrilled with this look at all. It turns proper field stone towers into ... Adobe mud brick? You'll need to look for yourselves, but the old cat is not impressed. Pass

Xtudo released Inconsequential NPCs - My patches SE
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87196
"My HD versions for this amazing mod. I'll release more patches when they're ready." Only three for now. Inconsequential NPCs is required, but you'll have to port it yourself do to permissions.

Yeah. it's that kind of day. :steamfacepalm: In fact let's cut to the chase. You know you're in trouble when a dumb goof mod is your choice for the top slot...

Breakfast of Dawn by DexMods
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87195
"Transforms "The Break of Dawn" into a much more urgent quest to find Meridia's bacon. ESP-FE format and revoiced."

OMG, really? "A new hand touches my bacon" This is mod of the year material

And that's more than enough for today. The fires are stoked, the kettles scrubbed, the floors are swept, and the old cat is thinking about breakfast. We-B-Open! :steamhappy:

Gooooood Morning Tamriel take 2

Ah'vrie wishes you well. He's been busy cleaning the inn, rebuilding the fires, and scrubbing the kettles... The coffee is fresh and strong, and a little better than the old cat's mood at the moment... Let's see what caught the old cat's eye this morning

fnardottv released Fnar Patch - Caught Red Handed - Haelga is Forgiving as a first mod Welcome
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87225
"Modifies Jay Serpa's quest mod "Caught Red Handed" to make Haelga more forgiving." Allows you to become a thief, but Healga will still share her Dibellan arts with the player. Intended for users of Thieves Guild Alternative Route and Thieves Guild for Good Guys, but not required. Thanks, interesting first mod. She must be pretty good

GeneralLukilius ported Duskfall - A Dawnbreaker Companion by Nox as a first mod. Welcome
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87242
An oldie but a goodie from the workshop. The old cat likes the "fire and ice" bit ... seems balanced somehow. An not OP... Thanks, have a cookie

Domenicus7 released Static Skill Leveling Skills Overflow Bugfix
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87253
"If when using static skill leveling upgraded you don't spend any of your points it discards them rather than keeping them for the next level as it should. This fixes that" Thank you as well

sinzzzz released Disable skill level limits
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87227
A very poorly chosen title ... "When the stats menu is opened, it temporarily raises all skill levels to 100" The old cat is not sure of the intentions... This would let you take your first couple of level increases in the early game and as an example unlock the entire smithing tree if you so choose.

Harumph, harumph, this is cheaty and game breaking, no cookie for you! (Shhh, thanks this could come in very handy for test builds, but you didn't hear that from an old cat)

Let's get to the good stuff...

SavrenX Dragon Barbeque
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87229
"Dragon Barbeque after being absorbed" Similar to Rustic dragons gory version, but with charred bones. We love choice... Thanks, have a cookie

Speaking of dragons...

Dragons Use Thu'um by aliakpinar
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87085
Based on Dragon Real Shout by blacksupernova from 2012

"With this mod every vanilla dragon, including DLC ones will have their breath attacks overhauled. For instance instead of roaring when using fire breath, dragons will use the words of power YOL TOOR SHUL! Ironically these voice lines are inside the game sound files but Bethesda never properly utilized them. In addition to Fire and Frost Breath, Dragons will use Unrelenting Force, Disarm, Ice Form, Dismay, Phantom Form, Become Ethereal... and etc (ALL ARE FULLY VOICED) I have personally edited all the vanilla wav files with Audacity, and turned them into FUZ, so that it remained very similar to the original mod, while still being different."

From the author of some very nice player homes, this work is on a different level altogether, and appears very well done. Includes patches for deadly dragons and USMP Downloaded for testing and 2 cookies

Ave's Ring of Eidolon's Edge
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87241
"Adds the Ring of Eidolon's Edge from TES:4 to skyrim." Beautifully done.

"When equipping the ring the 'Eidolon's Edge' Perk is added, which has leveled bonuses as the Oblivion version (Fortify onhanded and block)
This way, the 'enchantment' can level with the player while still enchanted. Yes, this can may be considered overpowered, so it is up to you if you want to use this option, or not enchant it." And that folks is how you do it correctly. 2 cookies, instant download

kirara386 is still flexing her green thumb

Another Reach Shrub
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87257
"Texture and mesh replacement for Reach Shrubs. Based off of vanilla mesh so it should not cause performance issues." includes a shrubs of snow option in the fomod. 1, 2, and 4K.
Beautiful texture choices as always, but the old cat is just a tad disappointed that she didn't offer an upgraded 3D mesh as a choice. Still worth a cookie

And finally our mod of the day. Sound the trumpets

Atlantean Landscape -Bridges- Parallax by Wizkid
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87251
"Atlantean Landscape -Bridges- is a parallax replacer for all bridges textures"
Instant download for the old cat seeing as he's using the entire Atlantean collection. Absolutely beautiful work as always. The pictures tell the tail. 2 cookies

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! :steamhappy:

Gooooooood Morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Morndas the 20th of First Seed. Wage slaves lament, the weekend is over. Hide if you can or work if you must it's Morndas again. Excuse please while the fires are stoked and fresh water put to the boil...

Brew of the day is Napoli again... Strongest the old cat has, and the aroma alone could wake the dead. Just don't tell the necromancers or the price will go up. For biscuits this one will go with Strawberry Apricot Verona today. Checking the hot sheets we have 68 new with all the bimbos, himbos, accessories patches and goofs we've come to expect. Let's see what catches the eye today, and forgive an old cat for ignoring most...

renthal311 released wooden barrels 01
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87399
:steamfacepalm: These look awful, much worse than vanilla. The bands look like stretched wood, some of the staves look rotted. Missing cube maps, questionable UV maps, and unfortunately just plain ugly. PASS

It honestly pains Ah'vrie to say this, but the old cat will probably be ignoring Renthal's work until there's something actually worth commenting on. In the last 22 releases only one was worth adding even to a vanilla game. Renthal 'was' one of the best :steamsad:

carpenihil released Standing Stones Do Nothing - Disable constellation effects
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87387
Your game your way... PASS

CoralineKoralina released Even More Brows - HPH - COtR
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87305
"Adds 41 eyebrows for High Poly Head and COtR, light and dark versions, albino support"
These are wispy and fine. Nicely drawn. Worth a look and have a cookie.

kirara386 released Vine Maple to Redbud
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87366
"Replaces mesh and textures for vine maples for a redbud tree. Modified vanilla mesh, should not cause performance issues." in 1K and 2K There is a snowy variant included but no mention of seasonal support. A little over saturated for the old cats taste, but worth a look.

lilson released Sons of Nirn - Whiterun
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87325
"Overhaul of 42 male NPCs from Whiterun." Well the sculpting is quite interesting. The old cat hates that fusifusi crap what ever it's called. The facial hair looks more like painted tree moss than hair and honestly it's hard for this one to see past that. Look for yourselves. PASS

TB's Better Foam
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87390
"A replacer for the water foam of Skyrim with up to 8K textures (Compatible with RW2 and Water for ENB)" Oh now this looks great. The old cat wonders if The Blender Animator looked at the new waterfall meshes and said "Hey I can do that for water mods..." This is a serious improvement and definitely worth a look. I'm hoping there won't be too much patching to use it. Instant Download. This is one of TB's best. 2 cookies and runner up for the mod of the day.

In deference to MannyGT, (and SMR) Our mod of the day is from Scarlet Willow

The Gray Cowl Of Nocturnal - Revoice and Expansion Project (WIP)
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87379
"I've always loved the Gray Cowl of Nocturnal, and like many, wished for it to be expanded, with the authorisation of MannyGT, I present you a revamp of a great quest mod!" ... Nuph said. using ElvenLabs, and new voice actor with more being recruited.

The old cat is very much looking forward to seeing how this developes. And Manny is riding shotgun... 2 cookies on account, and best wishes from an old cat, but he wants sand worms to tame and ride yes he does :steammocking:

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! :steamhappy:

Gooooood Morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Tirdas the 21st of First Seed and yet another storm looms on the horizon. There must be a rogue weather witch at work as we are getting much more rain than is normal here on warm sands. Ah'vrie hates wet fur, it makes him very grumpy but what can one do about the weather? Anyway, it is time once again to stoke the fires and put fresh water to the boil...

Brew of the day is Indonesia, and the biscuits are Gingerman. Checking the hot sheets we have 50 new, with all the usual suspects, but honestly not much catches the eye today. Let's see what does.

DontBlnkBadWolf released Iron and Silver Smelting ESL as a first mod. Welcome
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87441
Takes two of the three basic smelting mods from Invoker Gray and re-releases them converted to ESL. Thanks

astrolive released The Dovahkriib as a second mod. Their first was a puppy follower the old cat missed yesterday sorry, and welcome
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... /121616293
you get a copy of the Jarl's longhouse in Morthal as a "gift" for being level 15 and "completing the main quest" ... at level 15? No pics, no location, no detailed explanation...

xpanchy released Comfy Ragged Flagon
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87456
"Changes the music track in the Ragged Flagon to tavern music rather than spooky dungeon music. ESL flagged." Yes, yes, now to find myself a drink. Includes a bash tag Thanks

sinzzzz latest creative cheat, Freely Adjustable Status
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87504
"Health, Magicka, and Stamina can be freely assigned and re-set as many times as desired. Conversion to Perk points and vice versa is also possible. You can also change the bonus points you get for each level up. And it also comes with cheats."

This is actually a little more involved than a basic cheat seeing as you have the ability to alter the given points lower as well as higher, and fine tune it in 1 point increments instead of 10 point blocks... In this case it's only a cheat if you use it that way.

There's really no mod of the day material, but we'll finish up with two worthy of a look

Xtudo released No smiling female Dwarven Helmet SE
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87434
"Removes the smile from the Dwarven Female Helmet. This is something always bothered me, now it looks more badass" in several flavors. Thanks

TheBlenderAnimator released TB's 3D Nettles
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87427
"A replacer for the nettles of Skyrim with up to 4K textures" In 1, 2, and 4K, with "optimized" versions of each (half resolution normals)

Looks nice, but no thorns... these are "stinging" nettles after all LOL

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! :steamhappy:

Gooooooood Morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Middas the 22nd of First Seed and the light rains continue which means another bad fur day for the old cat. The blessed moons are new tonight. Which is good seeing as the hunters have been drinking since yesterday. Ah'vrie has been there and will not judge, but he does love how the prey gets bigger and fiercer with every flagon. Anyway, excuse please while the fires are stoked, and fresh water is put to the boil. Ah'vrie has an inn to run, and needs his coffee yes he does...

Brew of the day is Tamika mu Zimbabwe, and the biscuits are oatmeal raisin. Checking the hot sheets we have 38 new all the usual suspects. Let's see what catches the eye over a fresh cuppa... maker it a double.

silni1 released Ancient Runed Amulet as a second mod.
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87543
"Amulet that adds 50 points of caryying capacity." They're new to modding so we won't poke them for saying buy it at the trader and not mentioning a bash tag... :steammocking:

RainstormWander released Silent Netches - Idle Sound Remover
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87524
"No idle noises or footstep sounds for the Netches" Poor Netches... using modified whale sounds was one of the more creative sound effects in the game, but your game your way.

Blackread released LOD Model Library for DynDOLOD
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87521
"Matching LOD models for SMIM, Happy Little Trees, FYX Shacks, Praedy's Soul Cairn, Skyrim Remastered and more"

It's a little embarrassing, but the old cat was not sure these are required with Dlod 3, then realized these are pregenerated for specific replacer mods that use the vanilla mesh with an alternate texture path, and Ah'vrie can see how that 'Could' confuse TexGen. Check the listed mods to see if you need this, unfortunately the author did not release these as separate billboards, so if you don't use them all it could actually make things look worse... Grain of salt

Satafinix released Animunculi - Dwarven Sphere SFX Redesigned -
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87528
"Dwarven Sphere SFX Redesigned" Yeesh, too loud, too bassie, unintelligible... Your game your way, but is this an improvement?

Let's see... ValeHyena released Clear Skies Reshade (Rudy's ENB and Cathedral weathers)
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87527
Worth a look, a little oversaturated for the old cat's taste. but it's only their third mod.

And finally, not really a mod of the day, but xStrawberryEclair latest high poly preset has arguably the most realistic facial sculpting the old cat has seen in a while. Ah'vrie could really see this as a replacer for his favorite Companion archer.

Elin - Strawberry's High Poly Head face preset
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/86874
"Cute redhead with freckles, using BnP skin" If she had green eyes the old cat would date this one 2 cookies Downloaded

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! :steamhappy:

Goooooood Morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Turdas the 23rd of First Seed and the storms here on warm sands have finally passed. The blessed moons are gibbous as the hunters nurse their hangovers. This one hopes the goddess had a good rest yes he does, and that the hunt will be fruitful tonight. Anyway, it is once again time for Ah'vrie to tend the inn for our most honored guests. Excuse please while the fires are tended and fresh water is put to the boil...

Brew of the day is Istanbul espresso, and the biscuits are apricot Verona. Checking the hot sheets we have 50 new all the usual suspects. Let's see what catches the eye this morning over a fresh cuppa or three...

Creekily released AQUAPHOBIA CURE as a first SSE mod. Welcome
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87612
"All NPC and animals no longer fear water and will now dive after you when you try to swim away." This one seems to have misunderstood the difference between swimming, and underwater combat... It's tough to fight when you're struggling to stay afloat.

If you're interested in slightly more natural animal behavior around water Jayserpa rules
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/78267

Mmoplayer75 ported Better Shadowcloak of Nocturnal For SSE by kortin. Welcome
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87603
"A small mod that aims to bring the Shadowcloak of Nocturnal up to par!" Read that as more in line with Karliah's description. A tad OP, but Thanks.

Fawxer released Roveys Riften Textures as a second mod.
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87544
An interesting first retex project. Unfortunately the author felt compelled to mix and match pictures containing other "recommended mods" so it's difficult to judge this retex on it's own. Some good choices though and worth a look. Welcome back

Let's see... MidnightVoyager fixed the cube map for Glass armor with Glass Tweaks
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87611

nicola89b released Jorrvaskr Vertical Hole Fix
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87561
fixes a minor "snap" mismatch in the jorvaskr basement. "horrible" Ah'vrie thinks this one is picking at nits, but that's for the fix.

xavbio released Glass Armors and Weapons Retexture SE
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87580
"Retextures the Glass armor and weapons" 2k for most, 4K on chest pieces, but half res options is available. Red? Oookay, worth a look. Thanks

Edryu released Wash and Rinse - Simple Bathing
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87573
"This mod just adds an animation when using soaps with a beneficial temporary effect. You can use it with other similar mods, but this mod will not affect the dirt state that other mods offer." Sooo, it's strictly a head cannon mod. you don't get dirty, and you don't get clean. An un-needy needs mod? Your game your way

On to the good stuff... ? well finishing up anyway...

ElSopa - Potions Redone - My patches SE by Xtudo
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87599
"Updated vanilla loading screens. Inventory size fix. Optional Legacy of the Dragonborn patch and more. 4K-2K-1K. ESL" It was already a good mod, but thanks for the patches

TB's Better Pickaxe by TheBlenderAnimator
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87595
"A replacer for pickaxes of Skyrim with up to 8K textures"

And right here is where the old cat takes a stand with Steve... WTF does a "slightly less rusty" pickaxe need 8K textures? They don't even look that good, and this is a very experienced modder. This is where common sense needs to rule. PASS

If you'd like a better looking pick the old cat still favors HalkHogan
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/20168

A pick should not look clean and shiny, and "dirt" on the blade should not use the blades steel cube map... Just saying. An old cat's opinion anyway.

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! :steamhappy:

Goooooooood Morning Tamriel!

Ah'vrie wishes you well. It is Fredas the 24th of First Seed and thank the divines, the weekend is nigh at hand. The blessed moons wax through the first crescents on their march towards full, and it is once again time for Ah'vrie to tend the inn for our most honored guests. Excuse please while the fires are stoked and fresh water put to the boil...

Our brew of the day is a single origin from Honduras, and the biscuits are Verona. Checking the hot sheets we have 51 new. Jiggles, dangles, patches and goofs as always. Let's see what catches the eye of an old cat this day... Need a fresh cuppa.

MPirata released Fences That Fit as a first mod. Welcome
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87659
"Fences That Fit bring new meshes to almost all fences that, in my opinion, fit in Skyrim." Swaps out the "woven" farm fences for a nice approximation of a classic split rail fence. Does not appear to have a snowy version, but shouldn't be to difficult to patch for distributed diffuse (SOS) Interesting first mod choice. Have a cookie, thanks

aldwyn1111 released SYH - Sell Your Horse(s) as a first mod. Welcome
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87618
"This mod allows you to sell your horses to the stablemasters." Done by request. Only works for horses you own, and might have issues with custom horses. While the old cat is fairly certain he wouldn't be selling his trusty mount and constant companion, the additional dialog is option just makes sense. An interesting first mod. Thanks

Xoltain releaseded Death Note by ChronusZ SSE Port as a first mod. Welcome
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87639
"his mod simply adds the death note to the game, you memorize a person's name and face and write it in the notebook and how you want them to die then it will happen! You can select any character including from other mods, currently there are four methods of killing." A little dark for a first mod... I like it, have a cookie

Beth6 released 3 today after an almost 2 year hiatus
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... user+files
All texture mods, downscaled to 1K. Nordic roads, 3D trees, and Cathedral 3D plants

Let's see... MehrunesDagon47 released two today
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... user+files
Buffs Mihail's mammoths equal to Skytest, and limits mihail's Guar's to Solsteim

riverbord released a 1K downscale for Mihail's guars
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87622
And they look just as lizardy :steammocking: Thanks

Korodic released Hired Thugs Are Not Assassins
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87634
"Hired thugs are no longer brainless brutes. The player has a chance to parlay with their leader and persuade, intimidate, or bribe them to avoid conflict and/or learn who employed them." Not the first, but the old cat has to admit, this is a nice touch. This may make it into the build. Downloaded for testing. Have a cookie

Let's see... We have two patches for the new Natural waterfalls mod

Nicoroshi released Natural Waterfalls Fish Patch
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87649
"This mod re-positions the jumping Salmon throughout the game to fit with Natural Waterfalls by clofas1 improved waterfall layout"

And Blackread released Natural Waterfalls - Majestic Mountains Patch
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87667
"Combine the water effects from Natural Waterfalls with the rocks from Majestic Mountains."

Thanks... I'm absolutely sure there will be others.

GG's High Hrothgar fixed stairs
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87626
"Fixed and improved High Hrothgar stairs meshes" We love tiny fixes :steamhappy: Thanks

Let's get to the good stuff...

Another Whiterun Tree Circle by Makh1
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87620
"a fresh and new HQ model of Whiterun Tree Circle structures, created with care and common sens polygon wise."

personally, the old cat would have liked to see 4 arches, one for each of the cardinal paths away from the tree, but one arch at the temple door seems reasonable as well. From the author of "Another chantry College" Seriosly worth a look. Interesting and very nicely done with out needing to be 8K (Someone will upscale it LOL) Thanks DLed to see in game. 2 cookies

And finally, This is a personal peeve of the old cat so "his" mod of the day was a tough call Vs makh1's. Beat the drums...

Less Repetitive Farmhouse Stonewalls by FrankBlack
https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecial ... mods/87623
"A mesh replacer using edited UVs to make stone walls look less repetitive when using textures with large bricks or more obviously repeated patterns."

Worth reading... The old cat has always despised large repeating textures where your eye is immediately drawn to the repeating defects, cracks, stains... etc. This is the first mod that actually addresses ugly repeats. And seeing as the old cat is using Wizkids Parallax farm houses in the current build. this is an instant download and a 2 cookie mod.

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! :steamhappy: