SKYRIMLE Primal Fear

[FuzzRocket9]

Primal Fear v1.5
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Description: Equipping a torch protects you from certain beasts. They won't attack you on sight anymore, but they'll stalk you until your torch runs out, or they find an easier target. Getting too close with your torch will cause them to flee. See the screenshots for a visual representation. New features in Dynamic Mode allow beasts to advance slowly on you and attack during the day. During the night and in dark environments, beasts become more cautious of your torch and flee as you get close.

The effected creatures are:

• Wolves
• Bears
• Sabre Cats
• Skeevers
• Small Frostbite Spiders
• Ice Wraiths
• Trolls

Skyrim Video by Brodual

 

Just wanted to point out that this mod is probably based on Sangfroid, which had this mechanic fully fleshed out and though it wasn't a popular game, that alone is worth playing through.

 

(Credit to fireundubh for op thread format, thanks)

[A_Dim_Mismatch]

That's cool. Anything that enhances the AI to make it behave plausibly is a huge step in the right direction. It makes sense--why would a predator attack something that can seriously injure or kill them when their primary instinct is survival? This is especially sensible for trolls, what with their fire weakness and all.

[FuzzRocket9]

Yep, it's just too bad it only works with spells and torches. Would be nice if it worked with Frostfall's campfires. I really wish the author kept improving this mod. So much more potential is had here..