User:DarkladyLexy/Lexys LOTD SE
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Introduction and Summary
Welcome to Lexy's: Legacy of The Dragonborn Special Edition this guide is the Special Edition version of my popular co-authored SRLE Extended Legacy of The Dragonborn. This guide is designed to be a full guide, from a completely vanilla experience to a fully modified game in all facets.
This guide is currently a Work In Progress and as such considered a Pre-Alpha for Testers and Experienced Modders ONLY.
A little chat:
NOTE: This guide WILL take time to install and will require quite a bit of space. This guide also involves some more advanced modding concepts. I definitely suggest reading the full guide first and acquainting yourself with some of the tools you'll be using. Remember the final destination is to PLAY the game and enjoy it. Expect to take several sessions to get it all done from start to finish.
Please do not hesitate to come back to the forum topic - or the STEP forums in general - and ask questions and make suggestions. If there's ANYTHING you're not 100% sure of, please come in and ask us. I (Nozzer66), (Darth_mathias), (DarkladyLexy) and several other people with some experience will help to the best of our abilities.
With that said: It's time to get into the wonderful world of Skyrim Modding. We hope you'll find it pleasant.
SKSE 64 Alpha
I had been waiting for SKSE64 to come out of the Alpha stage, however, since its release the reports on its stability have been promising enough to include it in the guide.
Darth_mathias's and DarkLadyLexy's System
- Processor: i5 4670K @ 4.2 GHz
- Motherboard: Asus z97-K
- Ram: Corsair Vengence Pro 32GB (4x8GB) @2133MHz
- GPU: Zotac GTX 980Ti 6GB
- OS: (Windows 7) WD Green 2TB
- Games: Samsung 850 EVO 256GB (Steam)
- Games: Kingston Hyperx Fury 128GB SSD (GOG and Origins)
- Games Backup: WD Blue 2TB
Nozzer's System
- Processor: i5 4670K @ Stock Clock 3.4K Ghz
- Motherboard: ASUS Maximus VI HERO
- Ram: Corsair Vengence 16 GB (2 x 8GB) @ 1600 MHz
- GPU: MSI GTX 1070 Gaming X Version 8GB
- OS: (Windows 7) Samsung 840 EVO 465GB SSD
- Games: Samsung 850 PRO 476 GB SSD
- Data and Backup: Seagate ST2000NC 2TB
Getting Started
Legend
Each mod is preceded by a tag for easier management of the guide:
- CORE- This mod is a full part of the guide and is expected to be installed.
- TOOLThis isn't a mod, but a modding utility to be used during your modding adventure.
- Optional- This mod is optional. This is an addition considered useful to the setup, but might be more of a personal preference.
- HQ- This mod is to be used only for users looking for a High-Quality visual experience. This doesn't necessarily mean it should be avoided at all cost by low-end system users, but simply that the performance hit might not be worth the visuals improvements on weaker machines.
- Patch Central- This tag represents patches for the mods we use in the guide that can be downloaded in our Nexus page.
- BSA Extracted- This tag represents mods that had there BSA Extracted.
- Classic- This tag represents mods that are downloaded from Classic Skyrim.
- Converted- This tag represents mods that have had there esp run the the Creation Kit.
- Nif Opt- This tag represents mods that need there meshes run through SSE Nif Optimizer.
Prerequisites
Template:Notice Small Before we start modding Skyrim we need to perform few steps to the game and set up some tools to work with during this adventure. You can find all the information on how to do this on this page -> Prerequisites Page. Do not skip this step.
Mod Installation Advice
Best advice when installing Lexy's: Legacy of The Dragonborn Special Edition is to test after each section, if you CTD or ILS after a section then you know something needs adjusting.
When installing mods it recommended to do the following:
Main Files + Updates + Hotfixes Install as one mod. (e.g Merge together in Mod Organizer 2) Optional Files - Install as separate mod in MO2. Miscellaneous files - Install as separate mod in MO2. Patches - Install as separate mod in MO2.
A Note On Extracting BSA's
This guide currently recommends Only extracting BSA's If they contain a dummy plugin or are part of a merge to reduce plugin count.
To extract a BSA Archive we will be utilizing the program Bethesda Archive Extractor (BSA and BA2) installed during the Prerequisites section.
I suggest watching this video by Micheal of GamerPoets to familiarize yourself on it's proper use.
A Note about Converting Old Plugins
Throughout the guide, there are a few plugins which are still using the old Form format from classic Skyrim. These plugins must be properly converted in the CK for Skyrim SE. Even though some of these mods are SE mods, this can sometimes result from creating plugins in xEdit and never running them through the CK. We will handle these issues now so that our patching, at the end of the guide, comes out clean.
Mods are tagged throughout the guide which require conversion. The instructions for converting these plugins are found below. Users can refer back to them as needed when running across the tag, or return here before starting the patching. There will be a warning to remind users to complete this step. The tag looks like so:
Resaving a plugin in the CK
Converting plugins is the simple part of the process. The basis of how this is down is below. I will provide more specifics for plugins where necessary.
- Ensure the Overwrite folder is empty.
- Run the CK from the executable drop-down menu.
- Select the File menu and choose [Data...].
- Find the plugin to be converted, and select [Set as Active File].
- Note the Parent Masters listed and ensure they are checked (double-click the plugin listing to check it).
- Click [OK] and allow the CK to load.
- Once complete, save the plug (icon on toolbar or File > Save).
- Close the CK and allow it to sit for a moment.
- More often than not, the CK will hang when closing. Click the close button a few times and Windows will allow you to force close it.
- The newly saved plugin will be located in the Overwrite folder in MO. Double-click the Overwrite folder to open it.
- Drag and drop the new plugin into the mod listing which it belongs to and close the Overwrite window.
Verifying the plugin with xEdit
The more terrifying part of converting plugins for most users will be giving it a checkup using SSEEdit (xEdit). This process is only daunting for users who are newbies to xEdit, itself. Once users learn xEdit a bit they start to realize it's a fairly easy to use program, which just so happens to grant the user a lot of power.
- Run SSEEdit from the executable drop-down menu.
- Right-click in the plugin pane and choose [Select None].
- Double-click on the new plug saved from the steps above and allow xEdit to load until the log says, "Background Loader: finished".
- Right-click on the last plugin in the left pane (it should be the new plugin), and select [Check for Errors].
- The check should come back clean reading, "All done!". If there are errors, the user will have to take steps to correct them before continuing to the next step.
- Right-click on the plugin again and choose, [Sort Masters].
- The last step is to clean the plugin as we did for the DLCs above.
- Close xEdit and be sure the plugin is checked in the saving prompt.
SSE Nif Optimizer
Throughout the guide, there are a few mods that will be downloaded from classic Skyrim containing meshes using the older format. These meshes must be properly converted using SSE Nif Optimizer for Skyrim Special Edition:
I suggest you consult this Video by Dirty Weasel Media on how best to use SSE Nif Optimizer.
Essential SKSE Plugins
[Skyrim Skill Uncapper]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Skyrim Skill Uncapper
Mod Notes: This mod unlocks the skill level caps of 100 and makes some relevant leveling tweaks.
[No Poison Prompt Message SE]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - No Poison Prompt Message SE
Mod Notes: This mod simply removes the annoying poison prompt message dialogues when applying poison to a weapon.
[Skyrim Skill Uncapper .ini for Ordinator]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Skyrim Skill Uncapper v1.1 - Ordinator
Special Installation: Manually extract the SkyrimUncapper.ini to:
* Mod Organizer 2\mods\Skyrim Skill Uncapper\SKSE\Plugins
Mod Notes: This is simply a SkyrimUncapper.ini file that replaces the .ini file generated by Kessent's Skyrim Skill Uncapper. The values contained within the configuration file have been fine tuned for use with Enai Siaion's excellent Ordinator - Perks of Skyrim overhaul.
Unofficial Patch
[Unofficial Skyrim Special Edition Patch]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Unofficial Skyrim Special Edition Patch
Special Installation: Do not install the following folder(s) or File(s):
- Docs
Mod Notes: This mod is a comprehensive bugfixing mod for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition.
Other Bug Fixes
[No More Creation Club News]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - No More Creation Club News
Mod Notes: This mod removes the annoying Creation Club News popup from Skyrim's Main Menu.
[Simple Auto Unequip Ammo]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Simple Auto Unequip Ammo
Special Installation: Do Not install the following folder(s) or file(s):
- Simple AUA.bsa (Manually Extract the BSA using the Bethesda Archive Extractor after installing the mod.)
Mod Notes: This mod Unequips your current ammo when unequipping your bow/crossbow.
[Bard Instrumentals Mostly - Sing Rarely]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Bard Instrumentals Mostly - Sing Rarely
Special Installation: Do Not install the following folder(s) or file(s):
- README.TXT
Mod Notes: This mod makes so Bards sing less frequently in taverns.
[Dragon Stalking Fix]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Dragon Stalking Fix
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Special Installation: Do Not install the following folder(s) or file(s):
- Dragon Stalking Fix.esp (dummy esp)
- Dragon Stalking Fix.bsa (Manually Extract the BSA using the Bethesda Archive Extractor after installing the mod.)
Mod Notes: This mod fixes the vanilla issue of dragon corpses sometimes randomly spawning near the player when changing cells post absorption.
[1st Person Candlelight Fix]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - 1st Person Candlelight Fix
Mod Notes: This mod fixes the annoying issue of the candlelight spell being much brighter in 3rd person view than in 1st person.
[Follower Trap Safety]
Mod Notes: This mod makes followers and summoned creatures no longer trigger bear traps, pressure plates and trip wires.
[Horns Are Forever (Persistent Argonian Horns)]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Horns Are Forever SE
Special Installation: Do Not install the following folder(s) or file(s):
- HornsAreForever.esp (dummy esp)
- HornsAreForever.bsa (Manually Extract the BSA using the Bethesda Archive Extractor after installing the mod.)
Mod Notes: This mod makes it so Horns on Argonians will always show when wearing headgear except when it covers the entire head.
[Main Menu Spinning Skyrim Emblem]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Main Menu Spinning Skyrim Emblem Average Speed v2-00
Mod Notes: This mod makes the main logo at the start of the game spin.
[Point The Way]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Point The Way
Special Installation: Do Not install the following folder(s) or file(s):
- Point The Way.txt
- Point The Way.bsa (Manually Extract the BSA using the Bethesda Archive Extractor after installing the mod.)
Mod Notes: This mod places road signs at several major intersections that were either lacking signs, or didn't have enough signs to indicate the full extent of possible travel on a road. In some cases, the smaller towns and villages aren't even mentioned - despite Bethesda having created signs for them! Others that were pointed the wrong way or had the wrong city being represented have been fixed as well.
[Skyrim Project Optimization SE]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Skyrim SE - Project Optimization - ESM VERSION
Mod Notes: This mod improves the performance in interiors without changing anything visually in the game by utilizing Occlusion Culling.
[Sound Hammering Sounds]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Sound Hammering Sounds
Mod Notes: This mod fixes a sound bug when NPCs would perform house repairs or maintenance on the mast of a ship. This action will no longer make the sound of hammering on metal, instead it will make an appropriate wooden sound.
[Flora Respawn Fix]
Special Installation: Do not install the following file(s) and/or folder(s):
- Docs folder
Mod Notes: This mod fixes a bug, which causes harvestable flora to not respawn.
[WoodElf - MaleHair - Fix]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - WoodElf - MaleHair - Fix
Mod Notes: This mod fixes the hair clipping issues with some hairstyle selections on the racemenu.
General User Interface Improvements
[Skyrim Skill Interface Re-Texture]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - SSIRT SE v4.1
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Mod Notes: This mod retextures the skill interface used when leveling up and selecting perks.
[SkyUI]
Special Installation: Do not install the following file(s) and/or folder(s):
- fomod folder
Mod Notes: This mod replaces the console-based UI with a more comprehensive and functional one suitable to a PC environment.
[YOT - Your Own Thoughts SE]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - YOT - Your Own Thoughts SE All-In-One Installer 1.5
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Mod Notes: This mod basically changes most (if not all) of the second-person messages and texts in game and makes them 1st person.
Heads up Display
[A Matter of Time - A HUD clock widget]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - AMatterOfTime_v3_0_0_alpha_4
Special Installation: Do not install the following file(s) and/or folder(s):
- fomod folder
- AMatterOfTime_Readme.txt
- AMatterOfTime.bsa (Manually Extract the BSA using the Bethesda Archive Extractor after installing the mod.)
Mod Notes: The mod adds a widget to the HUD which displays the current in-game time in two ways: As a picture showing the current time of day, and as a clock.
[Better MessageBox Controls]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Better MessageBox Controls v1_2
Mod Notes: This mod lets the player navigate the message boxes with the keyboard. Use Left/Right controls, and Activate to select options (typically A,D and E but it should work if these keys have been remapped).
[Go On Ahead]
Special Installation: Do not install the following file(s) and/or folder(s):
- Readme folder
- GoOnAhead.bsa (Manually Extract the BSA using the Bethesda Archive Extractor after installing the mod.)
Mod Notes: Sometimes followers get under your feet, but you don't just want to leave them waiting in the middle of nowhere or send them back home. Go On Ahead lets you send your follower(s) to the cities and major towns of Skyrim where they can wait for you in the local tavern and relax until you pick them up.
[Immersive HUD - iHUD Special Edition]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Immersive HUD - iHUD
Special Installation: Do not install the following file(s) and/or folder(s):
- iHud.bsa (Manually Extract the BSA using the Bethesda Archive Extractor after installing the mod.)
Mod Notes: This mod increases immersion by hiding non-essential HUD elements until needed.
[Sovngarde - Mist's Font Replacer]
Mod Notes: Sovngarde is a custom font created to support a multilingual user base and blend seamlessly into Skyrim's lore.
[moreHUD SE]
Mod Notes: This mod displays information about an object that the player is targeting such as alchemy effects, weight, and complete armor/weapon stats without having to pick them up.
[Undiscovered Means Unknown - Map Markers]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Undiscovered Means Unknown - Compass and Map Markers
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Mod Notes: This mod changes all undiscovered location markers to a generic icon until you have visited the location.
[Small Cursors]
Mod Notes: This mod shrinks the cursor so the player can actually see what they are clicking on.
Dialogue and Follower Control
[Better Dialogue Controls]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Better Dialogue Controls v1_2
Mod Notes: This mod fixes a vanilla user interface issue where selecting dialogue options would behave erratically between the keyboard and mouse.
[EFF - Extensible Follower Framework]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Extensible Follower Framework v4-0-3
Mod Notes: This mod expands and improves the follower system and interface.
World Map
[Atlas Map Markers - (by Kronixx and kryptopyr)]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - 1. Atlas Map Markers - MCM Included
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Mod Notes: Exploration is a huge part of Skyrim and there are many locations that can be hard to find and easy to lose or miss. These mods help by adding map markers to hundreds of locations.
DynDOLOD Resources
[DynDOLOD Resources SE]
Idiot Check: Make sure you have setup DynDOLOD as per the Prerequisites guide.
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - DynDOLOD-Resources-SE.2.36
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Mod Notes: This file must be downloaded from the link above! It includes resources specifically for Skyrim Special Edition.
[Indistinguishable Billboards for Skyrim SE]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Indistiunguishable VANILLA Vivid Weathers Lighting
Mod Notes: This mod provides Billboards for trees so DynDOLOD can work it's magic.
World Encounters
[Beyond Skyrim - Bruma SE]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Beyond Skyrim Bruma SE 1.3.3
- MAIN FILES - Beyond Skyrim DLC Integration Patch
Special Installation: Do not install the following file(s) and/or folder(s):
- Changelog.txt
- README.txt
Mod Notes: Travel beyond the borders of Skyrim and explore Bruma, the northernmost county in Cyrodiil. Delve into Ayleid ruins, meddle in local affairs or explore the wilds - the journey begins now.
[Falskaar]
Special Installation: Do not install the following file(s) and/or folder(s):
- Falskaar2.2ReadMe.txt
Mod Notes: Falskaar is a new lands mod that adds an entirely new worldspace to the world. It's accessed by a dungeon the first time, then by boat from then on out. Falskaar's goal was to act as a DLC, adding content in almost every area. There is a new land, places, people, quests, dungeons and more for the player to experience. It adds roughly 20+ hours of content, and favors all types of characters.
[Moon and Star]
Mod Notes: A mysterious and powerful criminal has been spotted in Skyrim, his trail dogged by hunters from Morrowind. However, there may be more at stake than it seems, and this criminal may be familiar...
[Moonpath to Elsweyr SSE]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Moonpath to Elsweyr SSE
Special Installation: Do not install the following file(s) and/or folder(s):
- changleog.txt
Mod Notes: This Mod adds the DLC size quest set in the land of Elsweyr.
[Ravengate - Riften Underground]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Ravengate v006BETA
Mod Notes: A story driven arena mod that has you participate in illegal prizefights in an arena underneath Riften.
[The Gray Cowl of Nocturnal SE]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - The Gray Cowl of Nocturnal
Mod Notes: For a long time no one claimed the Gray Cowl of Nocturnal. The last one was the Champion of Cyrodiil at the ending days of the Third Era. But what happened after the Oblivion Crisis? Where is the Gray Cowl now? You're a thief and during stealing and pickpocketing items around the world, a vision appears in front of you. The Gray Cowl is calling. The big journey has started... Where will you go now? Many places are awaiting you. Legendary places, mysterious places, ancient places that needs to be cleaned up from the sands of time. The Gray Cowl wants you.
[The Gray Cowl of Nocturnal SSE - HD Pack]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - The Grey Cowl of Nocturnal SE - HD Texture pack
Mod Notes: This mod aims to improve overall visual quality of the Gray Cowl of Nocturnal mod by replacing textures by new ones in 2k resolution and BC7 compression.
[Gray Cowl of Nocturnal Alikr Flora Overhaul SE]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Gray Cowl of Nocturnal - Alikr Flora Overhaul
- OPTIONAL FILES - Gray Fox Flora Overhaul Tree Billboard LODGEN Kit
Mod Notes: This mod adds a lot of flora in and around the colony, plus some more in the other oases scattered across the desert... Just like what Skyrim Flora Overhaul does for the rest of the game.
[The Forgotten City]
Mod Notes: The Forgotten City offers a unique gameplay experience: a murder mystery investigation set in an ancient underground city. It has a dark, non-linear story in which you'll explore the city in multiple timelines, interrogate suspects, navigate challenging moral dilemmas, and fight new enemies.
[VIGILANT SE]
Special Installation: Do not install the following file(s) and/or folder(s):
- Vigilant.esp
Mod Notes: This mod adds a Dark story for any vigilant of Stendarr play through it also goes well with the Dawnguard too.
[VIGILANT Voiced - English Addon]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - VIGILANT Voiced - English Addon
Mod Notes: This mod add English voice acting for Vigilant SE.
[Undeath Remastered]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Skyrim - Undeath SSE 1.7
Mod Notes: When a powerful necromancer and his followers seek out the forbidden secrets of immortality that could threaten Skyrim, will you defeat him to stop his evil quest, or continue it yourself? Uncover a small new questline that will take you to the frigid peaks of the Dragontail Mountains themselves, and beyond, as you pursue a powerful necromancer and his followers, and thwart their plans to acquire powerful artifacts and ingredients for an unholy ritual. What you choose to do with those reagents, and the forbidden knowledge they have stolen however, is up to you...
[Undeath Immersive Lichdom SSE]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Undeath Immersive Lichdom SSE
Mod Notes: This mod expands the Undeath questline and makes being a Lich more interesting.
Modified and Expanded Quests
[Alternate Start - Live Another Life]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Alternate Start - Live Another Life
Special Installation: Do not install the following file(s) and/or folder(s):
- Alternate Start - Live Another Life Dungeon Compatibility.txt
- Alternate Start - Live Another Life Extension Documentation.txt
- Alternate Start - Live Another Life.txt
Mod Notes: Live Another Life provides an alternative means to start the game for those who do not wish to go through the lengthy intro sequence at Helgen. The player will be given the opportunity to choose a race and then a new life to lead. A wide variety of choices will be available. What is choosen will have a lasting impact, so choose carefully or the gods may forsake them again!
[Cutting Room Floor]
Special Installation: Do not install the following file(s) and/or folder(s):
- Cutting Room Floor.txt
Mod Notes: From the depths of the ether, or just the cutting room floor, comes forth several NPCs, some quests, and other miscellaneous content which was created but never implemented in the game. If ever it felt as if Skyrim was missing something, it was! This mod should relieve a bit of that. This mod contains mostly generic NPCs with no purpose, quests that were complete but cut for some reason, random bits of stuff to be found, and even a town.
[Even Better Quest Objectives]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Even Better Quest Objectives - v1.6.2
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Mod Notes: This mod enhances the quest descriptions in the vanilla game so that the player has a clear sense of where they are supposed to go and what they are supposed to do besides looking at the quest markers.
[Gildergreen Regrown]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Gildergreen Regrown
Special Installation: Do Not install the following folder(s) or file(s):
- Gildergreen Regrown.bsl
- Gildergreen Regrown.txt
- Gildergreen Regrown.bsa (Manually Extract the BSA using the Bethesda Archive Extractor after installing the mod.)
Mod Notes: This mod will make the Gildergreen in Whiterun grow from the sapling back into a full tree over time.
[Helgen Reborn]
Files to download :
- OPTIONAL FILES - Helgen Reborn SSE Version 106 With loose files
Mod Notes: THE definitive quest mod for rebuilding Helgen! Learn the legend of The Keepers of Hattu as you reunite two old soldiers and are thrust into a decades old feud with a ruthless and powerful Justiciar from the Aldmeri Dominion. Recruit and train your own town guard or ask for protection from the Empire or Stormcloaks. From uncovering an underground slavery ring, to fighting for your life in exciting battles in a secret new arena, many other adventures await as the workers rebuild the town step by step! You'll be rewarded with your own private tower in Helgen which includes the most interactive and dynamic display museum in Skyrim!
[Not So Fast - Main Quest]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - NotSoFast-MainQuestV16
Special Installation: Remove the following file(s) and/or folder(s):
- NotSoFast-MainQuest.ConfigUrnLocation.jpg
- NotSoFast-MainQuest.ReadMe.txt
Mod Notes: This mod Introduces pauses in the otherwise hectic pace of the main quest and alters a few other plot points along the way.
[Not So Fast - Mage Guild]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - NotSoFast-MageGuildV14
Special Installation: Remove the following file(s) and/or folder(s):
- NotSoFast-MageGuild.ConfigUrnLocation.jpg
- NotSoFast-MageGuild-ReadMe.txt
Mod Notes: Introduces two pauses in the rather short mage guild quest line at the College of Winterhold and allows for customizing the start of the three apprentices' quests.
[Provincial Courier Service]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Provincial Courier Service
Special Installation: Remove the following file(s) and/or folder(s):
- Provincial Courier Service.txt
Mod Notes: Skyrim's courier is an industrious young lad who can be seen all over the province, yet doesn't seem to have anywhere to live and/or work. He seems able to find the Dovahkiin at will, but what if the player wanted to find HIM? Even if it would be a meaningless encounter, one should still expect a living breathing NPC that takes part in the world to have some place to work at and call home. No longer will the poor courier simply be dragged from his mystery cell and dropped in front of the player to make his deliveries. Thus is born the Provincial Courier Service.
[Stones of Barenziah Quest Markers]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - BarenziahQuestMarkers SSE v1-3-1
Mod Notes: This mod Adds quest markers to all 24 of the Stones of Barenziah.
[The Choice is Yours]
Mod Notes: Stop random greetings, comments, and rumors from triggering quests, as well as having forced encounters with NPCs automatically trigger the start of a quest. Now those quests won't be activated unless the player decides to pursue them. Rumors and gossip are just that... rumors and gossip. Some are worth investigating further, others are not.
[The Notice Board SE]
Mod Notes: This mod is a radiant quest overhaul and framework. It adds notice boards to each city and town in Skyrim offering both single time quests and repeatable/randomized (radiant) quests.
[The Notice Board Redefined]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - The Notice Board Redefined 4K (Recommended)
Special Installation: Download manually and run the meshes folder through SSE Nif Optimizer.
Mod Notes: Adds real 3D paper and nail meshes, with all new hi-res notes and wood textures to The Notice Board.
[The Paarthurnax Dilemma]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - The Paarthurnax Dilemma
Mod Notes: Disappointed with how ruthless and unforgiving the Blades were at the end of the main quest? Felt like the Dovahkiin should have been able to put their foot down and make them see reason? Well now they can!
Legacy of The Dragonborn
Going to skip over installing LOTD + Patches until the end.
Weather Systems
[Vivid Weathers Definitive Edition - a complete Weather and Visual overhaul for Skyrim]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Vivid Weathers - Definitive Edition
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Special Installation: Do Not install the following folder(s) or file(s):
- Vivid WeathersSE.bsa (Manually Extract the BSA using the Bethesda Archive Extractor after installing the mod.)
- Vivid WeathersSE - Textures.bsa (Manually Extract the BSA using the Bethesda Archive Extractor after installing the mod.)
Mod Notes: Vivid Weathers is the ultimate weather mod for Skyrim. It combines features features from COT, ESS, SS, Vivid Snow, Vivid Clouds and Fogs, Real Skyrim Snowflakes and much much more into an in-depth overhaul. It revamp the colors and weathers of the game to achieve a stunning effects even without an ENB.
[Obsidian Mountain Fogs]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Obsidian Mountain Fogs
Mod Notes: This mod Increases the volumetric mountain clouds providing both depth and mystery to the mountain ranges of Skyrim.
ENB Related Files
[SkyrimSE Re-Engaged ENB]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - SkyrimSE Re-Engaged V5.0a (ENB Only)
Special Installation: Download and extract the archive then do the following:
- Copy and Paste the contents of the folder 1. Default Version (Install 1st always) to the main Skyrim Special Edition Directory.
- Copy and Paste the contents of the folder 2. Vivid Weathers Users (Install 2nd)\Quality Version (Good Image) to the main Skyrim Special Edition Directory.
- If running Vysnc through Graphic Driver open the enblocal.ini and change both ForceVSync=true and EnableFPSLimit=true back to false
- Open the enbseries.ini file and find [LIGHTSPRITE]
- change the IntensityInteriorDay and IntensityInteriorNight from 1.5 to 0.75.
Mod Notes: This ENB is the current weapon of choice for This guide.
[Enhanced Lighting for ENB (ELE) - Special Edition]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - ELE_SSE
Mod Notes: This mod intends to adjust every type of lighting inside the Skyrim game so it will both look better with ENB and make it a lot easier to customize an ENB preset without ruining some parts of the games look. Which is the case with the vanilla Skyrim lighting in some parts depending on the ENB settings used.
LOOT Metadata Update Required: ELE_SSE.esp - Set global priority to 76
General World Improvement
[Ruins Clutter Improved) - Special Edition]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Ruins_Clutter_Improved_SE_NMM_v3-0
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[Falmer Glow Retexture]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - FalmerGlowBright
Mod Notes: This mod changes the ugly colors on the ceiling of Shimmermist Cave under certain lighting condiction and ENB's.
[Better Dynamic Snow SE]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Better Dynamic Snow SE v2.7.0
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Mod Notes: This mod Replaces the default snow shader with a dynamic shader.
[Better Dynamic Ash SE]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Better Dynamic Ash SE
Special Installation: Do not install the following folder(s) or File(s):
- Better Dynamic Ash - readme.txt
Mod Notes: This mod applies the Better Dynamic Snow shader to ash objects in Solstheim.
[Stalhrim]
Mod Notes: This mod Retextures the stalhrim ore from the Dragonborn DLC.
[Static Mesh Improvement Mod]
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Mod Notes: This mod modifies many 3D models and textures to improve their appearance , fix many ugly seams, and to fix other oddities found in Skyrim.
[Noble Skyrim - Skyrim Special Edition Full Version]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - A. NSM - FULL PACK_v.5.3.0_2K - For Skyrim Special Edition
- UPDATES - NSM - SMIM Patch
Special Installation: Special Installation: Download manually and run the meshes from NSM - SMIM Patch through SSE Nif Optimizer.
Mod Notes: This mod is a texture overhaul of all Skyrim architecture and many other things to match the theme.
[Nordic Snow (aka HQ Snow Texture)]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - NordicSnow 3.4.1
Mod Notes: This mod improves the texture of Snow.
[Enhanced Lights and FX]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Enhanced Lights and FX
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Special Installation: After installation, remove the following file(s) and/or folder(s):
- meshes/architecture/windhelm/whlanddead2.nif (Better Dynamic Snow already includes these changes and more.)
Manual SSEEdit Cleaning Required:
Known Game Breaking Bug: Problem: During the main quest at the Thalmor embassy you can't get through the door to continue on with the main quest. Solution: Delete Cell \ Block 7 \ Sub-Block 4 \ 0007C98B <ThalmorEmbassy01> from EnhancedLightsandFX.esp
Loot Metadata Update Required: EnhancedLightsandFX.esp - Load After LegacyoftheDragonborn.esp
Mod Notes: Enhanced Lights and FX has the goal to create a more dramatic and realistic mood to the Skyrim lighting.
[Unofficial Enhanced Lights and FX ELFX SMIM fps patch for SE]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - ELFX SMIM ENB fps patch
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Mod Notes: This mod is for those having a massive fps drop issue when you use the ELFX mod with the SMIM mod and ENB together.
[Relighting Skyrim - Tailored for ELFX Special Edition]
Files to download :
- MISCELLANEOUS - Relighting Skyrim - Tailored for ELFX Special Edition
Mod Notes: This mod aims to make all light come straight from a light source and to have all light sources make light. For the purposes of this guide, only a subset of this mod is used to be compatible with ELFX and thus the alternate download location. Please endorse the original mod as it is really good work!
Special Thanks to Neovalen for permission to port and redistribute.
Clutter and Miscellaneous
[Animated Clutter SSE]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Animated Clutter SSE
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Third Page Animal Related Containers
Coffins
Doors Falmer Chests
Misc Containers Sewers and Wells
Ships
Trap Doors
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Mod Notes: This mod adds opening/closing animations to several objects that should be animated for the sake of greater realism.
[CC's Enhanced Ore Veins SSE Edition]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Enhanced Ore Veins SSE - 4K - 6.1.2
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Special Installation: After installation, remove the following file(s) and/or folder(s):
- CC'sEnhancedOreVeinsSSE-HearthfirePatch.esp
Mod Notes: This mod retextures Ore veins and mined ore.
[LeanWolf's Better-Shaped Talos Statue with Greatsword SE]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - LeanWolfs Better-Shaped Talos Statue with GreatswordLeanWolf's Better-Shaped Talos with Greatsword SSE
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Mod Notes: A simple mesh replacer that gives the statue of Talos a Greatsword rather than that toothpick he was holding - for a more warrior-like Talos statue.
[BLOODSTONE CHALICE REBORN]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - BLOODSTONE CHALICE REBORN 2K
Special Installation: Download manually and run the meshes folder through SSE Nif Optimizer.
Mod Notes: This mod is a complete overhaul of the original vampire quest item. All new meshes and textures were created to fix the ugly distorted eyesore that was the original.
[Dark Brotherhood Tenets Restored]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Tenets Restored 1_3 - Standard Edition
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Mod Notes: This mod improves the textures of the Dark Brotherhood Tenets.
[Dressed Hearthfire Doll]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Dressed Hearthfire Doll
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Mod Notes: She was naked in the cold of Skyrim for a long time. Now she has a red one piece dress and new face for this old cloth doll.
[EASIER LOCKPICKING - Without Cheating - Nordic Retexture]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Easier Lockpicking 1_2 - Nordic Locks
Mod Notes: This mod retextures the locks in Skyrim to be more scratched and weathered looking as would be expected. This gives more visual reference points to remember lockpick placement. When a pick breaks, it's easier to find the spot to try again.
[Forgotten Retex Project]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Forgotten Retex Project
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Mod Notes: This mod retextures random clutter that is not covered elsewhere.
[Barenziah's Glory SE]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Barenziah's Glory SE
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Mod Notes: This mod replaces the Stones and Crown of Barenziah with something worthy of an ancient treasure.
[HD Dark Brotherhood Door]
Files to download :
- OPTIONAL FILES - No glowing eyes version
Mod Notes: This Mod improves the texture of the Dark Brotherhood door.
[HD Linens]
Mod Notes: This mod is a Simple retexture of the flat and wrapped linens.
[HORNCANDLES]
Mod notes: This is a HD (mainly) horncandles texture.
[Designs of the Nords SE]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Designs of the Nords
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Special Installation: Do not install the following file(s) and/or folder(s):
- textures\clutter\dbdoor01.dds
- textures\clutter\dbdoor01_n.dds
Mod Notes: This mods retextures all of the city banners.
[JS Dragon Claws SE]
Mod Notes: This mod retextures all the Nordic ruin dragon claws.
[Hold Border Banners]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Hold Border Banners
Special Installation: Do not install the following file(s) and/or folder(s):
- HoldBoarderBanners.BSA (the textures from this mod are not required so you don't need to extract)
Mod Notes: This mod adds banners along roadsides at the boundaries of two holds. The banner will show which hold is being entered. If unsure which hold the banner represents, simply target it and the name of the hold will appear.
[HQ Paper]
Mod Notes: This mod adds new paper to various objects in the world of Skyrim. The items included are: Books, notes, business ledgers, rolls of paper, scrolls, battle maps and the corresponding world objects (such as open books, notes on the wall, etc).
[PELTAPALOOZA - Special Edition]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - PELTAPALOOZA Special Edition - FULL
Mod Notes: This mod increases the number of pelts used by the game from the default 3 to 9 and adds new higher quality textures.
[Realistic HD Baskets]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Realistic HD Baskets HIGH QUALITY
Mod Notes: This mod improves the quality of the Basket textures.
[Realistic HD Food]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Realistic HD Food HIGH QUALITY
Mod Notes: This mod improves the quality of the food textures.
[Realistic HD Food and Beverages - Havok Physics Fix]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Realistic HD Food and Beverages - Havok Physics Fix
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Mod Notes: This mod fixes a few physics bugs affecting some of the bottles in HalkHogan's excellent Realistic HD Food & Realistic HD Beverages mods.
[Realistic HD Mushrooms]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - Realistic HD Mushrooms
Mod Notes: This mod improves the texture quality of mushrooms.
[Rens HD Shrines]
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Mod Notes: This mod is a high quality lore friendly retexture of the divine shrines.
[Retexture for Soup]
Files to download :
- MAIN FILES - SMIM Mesh - Poor Version
Mod Notes: This mod is a high quality retexture of the various soups in Skyrim.
Credits:
This Is Where I Thank Some People Who Have Helped Me Along The Way With This Guide
My Husband Darth mathias for putting up with my madness. Neovalen of course without whom there would be no SRLE in the first place. TechAngel for his Tech's Skyrim Special Edition Guidev2 Users, Nozzer, Berndaroy, jdsmith2816 and Sthaagg. Razorsedge877 for laying some of the ground work. Michael Of Gamerpoets for his wonderful and numerous tutorial videos. Cal of Dirty Weasel Media for his numerous videos. Rasafim for the updated SSE Fixes DLL Plugin. All the Steps guys. Last but by no means least all you that have used and tested and helped me out along the way with the development this guide.