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Post-Release Changes (Implemented since the release)

Mods

D - Mods have a programmatic component that fixes various bugs and/or inconsistencies

Argonian Sneak Tail Twist Fix Template:Removed - Included in USKP v2.0.1.
Distant Decal Fix MOVED - Not in correct order.

E - Mods that affect any aspect of the user interface

Even Better Quest Objectives MOVED - Now in Section M (it is also a gameplay mod) after Wet and Cold-Ashes. See this thread (lost link in forum transition) for details.
Smaller Cursor - ^Added to Core.

F - Mods that replace existing models or textures

Skyrim HD Template:Removed - Almost completely overwritten by Core mods.

I - Mods that replace existing models or textures

Accingite Vos Template:Removed - Completely redundant.
Jewels of the Nord MOVED - Moved to Section F so new SMIM meshes/textures (textures based on this mod) properly overwrite this mod.

J -

Skyrim Performance Plus - ^Added to Core.

K - Mods that replace existing models or textures

Skyrim Redesigned Updated - New! Fomod is now available courtesy of TechAngel.

L - Mods that affect sounds or music

Audio_Overhaul_for_Skyrim-Patches Template:Removed - removed because it is outdated now that Audio Overhaul for Skyrim version 2 has been released.
Sounds of Skyrim-Dungeons Template:Removed - removed in favor of Audio Overhaul for Skyrim version 2 changes.

M -

The Choice is Yours MOVED - Now downstream of Even Better Quest Objectives. See this thread (lost link in forum transition) for details.
Thieves Guild Requirements MOVED - Now downstream of The Choice is Yours. See this thread (lost link in forum transition) for details.
Non-Essential Children MOVED - Now downstream of Thieves Guild Requirements. See this thread (lost link in forum transition) for details.

Guide

Removed quotes around pop-in in the fFlickeringLightDistance=8192 ;Helps prevent lighting pop-in tweak that was causing Wrye Bash to CTD.
Updated Section 1.E.2. (Display Calibration)

Modified Mod Notes

Modified Page Names

Accingite Vos-Shields - Formerly Accingite Vos
AMidianBorn Caves and Mines - Formerly AMidianBorn Caves
Better Weapon Swing Sounds - Formerly Better Weapon Swings
Birds and Flocks - Formerly Birds & Flocks
Burn Freeze Shock Effects - Formerly Burn Freeze & Shock Effects
Closer Quivers and Longer Arrows - Formerly Closer Quivers & Longer Arrows
Enhanced Blood Textures - Formerly Enhanced Blood
Fuz Ro D-oh - Formerly Fuz Ro D'oh
Greatsword Sheaths and Scabbards Redux - Formerly Greatsword Sheaths & Scabbards
HD Ore and Ingots - Formerly HD Ore & Ingots
Improved Foot Wraps for Females - Formerly Improved Foot Wraps
Interface Hard Coded Key Tweaks - Formerly Interface Key Tweaks
No Boring Sleep-Wait Menu - Formerly No Boring Wait Menu
No Menu and Loading Smoke - Formerly No Menu & Loading Smoke
RaceMenu - Formerly Race Menu
Radiant and Unique Potions and Poisons HD - Formerly Radiant & Unique Potions & Poisons
Realistic Ragdolls and Force - Formerly Realistic Ragdolls & Force
Realistic Smoke and Embers - Formerly Realistic Smoke & Embers
Silly Level of Detail-Potions and Poisons - Formerly Silly Level of Detail-Potions & Poisons
Smooth Blade Draw and Sheathe - Formerly Smooth Blade Draw & Sheathe
Trade and Barter - Formerly Trade & Barter
Weapons and Armor Fixes - Formerly Weapon & Armor Fixes
Wet and Cold - Formerly Wet & Cold
Wet and Cold-Ashes - Formerly Wet & Cold - Ashes

Initial-Release Changes (Implemented with the release)

Mods

C - Mods that expand on the inherent functionality of a game or another mod without themselves affecting content

Stable uGridsToLoad ^Added
ENBoost ^Added

D - Mods have a programmatic component that fixes various bugs and/or inconsistencies

Acquisitive Soul Gems Template:Removed - Using Smart Souls instead to spare the plugin slot.
Smart Souls ^Added - Replaces ASG without the plugin (this uses SKSE).

F - Mods that replace existing models or textures

SkyFalls and SkyMills MOVED - Now must be installed before SMIM for windmill meshes.

G - Mods that replace existing models or textures

26 Moon Size Tweeks Template:Removed - No necessary
Windmills Resized Template:Removed - Now part of SMIM and SkyFalls and SkyMills
Realistic Water Two ^Added
Telvanni Reborn ^Added
HQ Snow Texture ^Added
aMidianBorn Solstheim Landscape ^Added
Moss Rocks - Dragonborn ^Added
WATER Template:Removed - Replaced by Realistic Water Two

H -

AIMP-Antz in my Pantz Template:Removed - Has been removed from Nexus for moderation.

I - Mods that replace existing models or textures

Daedric Armor & Weapons Template:Removed - Does not meet the criteria of the STEP Mandate.

J -

Enhanced Projectile Soul Trap Template:Removed - USKP fixes preclude

K - Mods that replace existing models or textures

Detailed Chests Template:Removed - removed in favor of the Improved Furniture Chests option from Static Mesh Improvement Mod.

L - Mods that affect sounds or music

Waterbreathing Breathless Emerge Template:Removed - Unnecessary
Audio Overhaul for Skyrim ^Added
Audio Overhaul for Skyrim - Patches ^Added
Better Bards Template:Removed - Causes dialog glitch.
Sounds of Skyrim-Civilization Template:Removed - removed in favor of Audio Overhaul for Skyrim
Sounds of Skyrim-Wilds Template:Removed - removed in favor of Audio Overhaul for Skyrim
Clanking Armor Template:Removed - Conflicts with Audio Overhaul for Skyrim and parts are covered by the USKP.

M -

Non-Essential Children MOVED - Moved after When Vampires Attack to resolve script conflict.

Guide

Infused Mod Organizer as the STEP default mod manager.
Simplified the guide instructions to focus on speedier setup with more focus on stability and performance.
Reduced chapters by moving non-essential details onto ancillary guides.
All internal links to other wiki guides are treated as 'external' links, so clicking the links opens up a new browser tab, thus making it easy to switch between the main Guide and off-page content without ever having to use the 'Back' button.

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+== {{Fc|salmon|''Post-Release Changes''}} {{fs|0.5em|(Implemented {{fc|#ffffff|''since''}} the {{#show:STEP:Main|?CurrentRelease#}} release)}}==
+====Mods====
+===== D - {{#show:Category:ModGroup_09-Fixes|?ModGroupDescription}} =====
+:* [[Argonian Sneak Tail Twist Fix]] {{removed}} - Included in [[Unofficial Skyrim Patch|USKP]] v2.0.1.
+:* [[Distant Decal Fix]] {{fc|#ffa500|'''''MOVED'''''}} - Not in correct order.
-{{Notice|size=100|Beginning with this release, v2.2.8, STEP will officially require all DLC. This includes Dawnguard, Hearthfire, Dragonborn and the High Resolution Texture Packs DLCs. The STEP Guides will be written in such a way that reflects all DLCs being present.}}
+===== E - {{#show:Category:ModGroup_16-Interface|?ModGroupDescription}} =====
+:* [[Even Better Quest Objectives]] {{fc|#ffa500|'''''MOVED'''''}} - Now in Section M (it is also a gameplay mod) after [[Wet and Cold-Ashes]]. See [https://stepmodifications.org/forum/showthread.php?tid=4841&pid=67557#pid67557 this thread (lost link in forum transition)] for details.
+:* [[Smaller Cursor]] - {{CustomTag|color=added|tag=added}} to Core.
-== {{Fc|#e6b69e|{{SUBPAGENAME}} Current-Guide Changes}} {{Fs|0.5em|(since release)}}==
+===== F - {{#show:Category:ModGroup_06-Models and Textures|?ModGroupDescription}} =====
-Beginning with v2.2.5, changes to the live guide (in this top section) can occur at any time between releases, so reference this section of previous guides to ensure nothing is missed that may impact downstream releases (link above).
+:* [[Skyrim HD]] {{removed}} - Almost completely overwritten by Core mods.
-====Guide Changes====
+===== I - {{#show:Category:ModGroup_06-Models and Textures|?ModGroupDescription}} =====
-=====STEP:Core=====
+:* [[Accingite Vos]] {{removed}} - Completely redundant.
-:*
+:* [[Jewels of the Nord]] {{fc|#ffa500|'''''MOVED'''''}} - Moved to Section F so new SMIM meshes/textures (textures based on this mod) properly overwrite this mod.
-=====STEP:Extended=====
+===== J - {{#show:Category:ModSection_J|?ModGroupDescription}} =====
-:*
+:* [[Skyrim Performance Plus]] - {{CustomTag|color=added|tag=added}} to Core.
-======Mod Notes & BCFs======
+===== K - {{#show:Category:ModGroup_06-Models and Textures|?ModGroupDescription}} =====
-:*
+:* [[Skyrim Redesigned]] {{fc|#b6e69e|'''''Updated'''''}} - New! Fomod is now available courtesy of [[User:TechAngel85|TechAngel]].
-=={{Fc|#e6b69e|Initial Release Changes}}==
+===== L - {{#show:Category:ModGroup_07-Sounds and Music|?ModGroupDescription}} =====
-====STEP:Core====
+:* [[Audio_Overhaul_for_Skyrim-Patches]] {{removed}} - removed because it is outdated now that [[Audio Overhaul for Skyrim]] version 2 has been released.
-:* [[Elven Weapons for Silence]] - Removed from Core because the mod is for the black elven armor; whereas, Core uses the gold elven armor. Remains in Extended for those using the black armor.
+:* [[Sounds of Skyrim-Dungeons]] {{removed}} - removed in favor of [[Audio Overhaul for Skyrim]] version 2 changes.
-:* [[Mod Organizer]] - Added to Core as the STEP-preferred mod manager.
-:* Updated note on [[Nitpick]] - Removed from STEP:Core.
-:* Added several mods to STEP:Core based on the consensus votes in the original [[STEP:Core_Proposal|Core Proposal]]. Many of these were previously omitted from Core due to reasons that do not supersede the Core Proposal.
-:** [[Elys AltF4]]
-==== Mod Additions ====
+===== M - {{#show:Category:ModSection_M|?ModGroupDescription}} =====
-===== B - {{#show:Category:ModSection_B|?SectionLabel}} =====
+:* [[The Choice is Yours]] {{fc|#ffa500|'''''MOVED'''''}} - Now downstream of [[Even Better Quest Objectives]]. See [https://stepmodifications.org/forum/showthread.php?tid=4841&pid=67557#pid67557 this thread (lost link in forum transition)] for details.
-:*
+:* [[Thieves Guild Requirements]] {{fc|#ffa500|'''''MOVED'''''}} - Now downstream of [[The Choice is Yours]]. See [https://stepmodifications.org/forum/showthread.php?tid=4841&pid=67557#pid67557 this thread (lost link in forum transition)] for details.
+:* [[Non-Essential Children]] {{fc|#ffa500|'''''MOVED'''''}} - Now downstream of [[Thieves Guild Requirements]]. See [https://stepmodifications.org/forum/showthread.php?tid=4841&pid=67557#pid67557 this thread (lost link in forum transition)] for details.
-===== C - {{#show:Category:ModSection_C|?SectionLabel}} =====
+====Guide====
-:*
+* Removed quotes around ''pop-in'' in the <code>fFlickeringLightDistance=8192    ;Helps prevent lighting pop-in</code> tweak that was causing Wrye Bash to CTD.
+* Updated Section 1.E.2. (Display Calibration)
-===== D - {{#show:Category:ModSection_D|?SectionLabel}} =====
+=====Modified Mod Notes=====
-:*
+:* [[A Quality World Map]]
+:* [[Audio Overhaul for Skyrim]]
+:* [[BOSS]]
+:* [[BOSS Userlist Manager]]
+:* [[Brawl Bugs Patch]]
+:* [[Burn Freeze Shock Effects]]
+:* [[Dark Brotherhood Tenets Restored]]
+:* [[Closer Quivers and Longer Arrows]]
+:* [[Consistent Older People]]
+:* [[DDSopt]]
+:* [[Deadly Spell Impacts]]
+:* [[Dual Sheath Redux]]
+:* [[Dual Wield Parrying]]
+:* [[ENBoost]]
+:* [[Follower Trap Safety]]
+:* [[Fores New Idles in Skyrim]]
+:* [[Fuz Ro D'oh]]
+:* [[HD Sacks]]
+:* [[Improved Closefaced Helmets]]
+:* [[Main Font Replacement]]
+:* [[Mod Organizer]]
+:* [[Oblivion Gates]]
+:* [[Realistic Water Two]]
+:* [[Silly Level of Detail-Potions and Poisons]]
+:* [[Skill Interface]]
+:* [[Skyrim Flora Overhaul]]
+:* [[Skyrim HD]]
+:* [[Skyrim Performance Plus]]
+:* [[SkyUI]]
+:* [[Smart Souls]]
+:* [[Static Mesh Improvement Mod]]
+:* [[STEP Patches]]
+:* [[TES5Edit]]
+:* [[The Choice is Yours]]
+:* [[Thundering Shouts]]
+:* [[Traps Make Noise]]
+:* [[Weapons and Armor Fixes]]
+:* [[Wet and Cold]]
+:* [[Wrye Bash]]
+:* [[XCE-Xenius Character Enhancement]]
+:* [[XP32 Maximum Skeleton]]
-===== E - {{#show:Category:ModSection_E|?SectionLabel}} =====
+=====Modified Page Names=====
-:*
+:* [[Accingite Vos-Shields]] - Formerly [[Accingite Vos]]
+:* [[AMidianBorn Caves and Mines]] - Formerly [[AMidianBorn Caves]]
+:* [[Better Weapon Swing Sounds]] - Formerly [[Better Weapon Swings]]
+:* [[Birds and Flocks]] - Formerly [[Birds & Flocks]]
+:* [[Burn Freeze Shock Effects]] - Formerly [[Burn Freeze & Shock Effects]]
+:* [[Closer Quivers and Longer Arrows]] - Formerly [[Closer Quivers & Longer Arrows]]
+:* [[Enhanced Blood Textures]] - Formerly [[Enhanced Blood]]
+:* [[Fuz Ro D-oh]] - Formerly [[Fuz Ro D'oh]]
+:* [[Greatsword Sheaths and Scabbards Redux]] - Formerly [[Greatsword Sheaths & Scabbards]]
+:* [[HD Ore and Ingots]] - Formerly [[HD Ore & Ingots]]
+:* [[Improved Foot Wraps for Females]] - Formerly [[Improved Foot Wraps]]
+:* [[Interface Hard Coded Key Tweaks]] - Formerly [[Interface Key Tweaks]]
+:* [[No Boring Sleep-Wait Menu]] - Formerly [[No Boring Wait Menu]]
+:* [[No Menu and Loading Smoke]] - Formerly [[No Menu & Loading Smoke]]
+:* [[RaceMenu]] - Formerly [[Race Menu]]
+:* [[Radiant and Unique Potions and Poisons HD]] - Formerly [[Radiant & Unique Potions & Poisons]]
+:* [[Realistic Ragdolls and Force]] - Formerly [[Realistic Ragdolls & Force]]
+:* [[Realistic Smoke and Embers]] - Formerly [[Realistic Smoke & Embers]]
+:* [[Silly Level of Detail-Potions and Poisons]] - Formerly [[Silly Level of Detail-Potions & Poisons]]
+:* [[Smooth Blade Draw and Sheathe]] - Formerly [[Smooth Blade Draw & Sheathe]]
+:* [[Trade and Barter]] - Formerly [[Trade & Barter]]
+:* [[Weapons and Armor Fixes]] - Formerly [[Weapon & Armor Fixes]]
+:* [[Wet and Cold]] - Formerly [[Wet & Cold]]
+:* [[Wet and Cold-Ashes]] - Formerly [[Wet & Cold - Ashes]]
-===== F - {{#show:Category:ModSection_F|?SectionLabel}} =====
+=={{Fc|salmon|Initial-Release Changes}} {{fs|0.5em|(Implemented {{fc|#ffffff|''with''}} the {{#show:STEP:Main|?CurrentRelease#}} release)}}==
-:*
+====Mods====
+===== C - {{#show:Category:ModGroup_02-Extenders|?ModGroupDescription}} =====
+:* [[Stable uGridsToLoad]] {{CustomTag|color=added|tag=added}}
+:* [[ENBoost]] {{CustomTag|color=added|tag=added}}
-===== G - {{#show:Category:ModSection_G|?SectionLabel}} =====
+===== D - {{#show:Category:ModGroup_09-Fixes|?ModGroupDescription}} =====
-:*
+:* [[Acquisitive Soul Gems]] {{removed}} - Using [[Smart Souls]] instead to [https://stepmodifications.org/forum/showthread.php?tid=4231&pid=59512#pid59512 spare the plugin slot].
+:* [[Smart Souls]] {{CustomTag|color=added|tag=added}} - Replaces ASG without the plugin (this uses SKSE).
-===== H - {{#show:Category:ModSection_H|?SectionLabel}} =====
+===== F - {{#show:Category:ModGroup_06-Models and Textures|?ModGroupDescription}} =====
-:*
+:* [[SkyFalls and SkyMills]] {{fc|#ffa500|'''''MOVED'''''}} - Now must be installed before SMIM for windmill meshes.
-===== J - {{#show:Category:ModSection_J|?SectionLabel}} =====
+===== G - {{#show:Category:ModGroup_06-Models and Textures|?ModGroupDescription}} =====
-:*
+:* [[26 Moon Size Tweeks]] {{removed}} - No necessary
+:* [[Windmills Resized]] {{removed}} - Now part of [[Static_Mesh_Improvement_Mod|SMIM]] and [[SkyFalls and SkyMills]]
+:* [[Realistic Water Two]] {{CustomTag|color=added|tag=added}}
+:* [[Telvanni Reborn]] {{CustomTag|color=added|tag=added}}
+:* [[HQ Snow|HQ Snow Texture]] {{CustomTag|color=added|tag=added}}
+:* [[aMidianBorn Solstheim Landscape]] {{CustomTag|color=added|tag=added}}
+:* [[Moss Rocks - Dragonborn]] {{CustomTag|color=added|tag=added}}
+:* [[WATER]] {{removed}} - Replaced by [[Realistic Water Two]]
-===== K - {{#show:Category:ModSection_K|?SectionLabel}} =====
+===== H - {{#show:Category:ModSection_H|?ModGroupDescription}} =====
-:*
+:* [[AIMP-Antz in my Pantz]] {{removed}} - Has been removed from Nexus for moderation.
-===== L - {{#show:Category:ModSection_L|?SectionLabel}} =====
+===== I - {{#show:Category:ModGroup_06-Models and Textures|?ModGroupDescription}} =====
-:*
+:* [[Daedric Armor & Weapons]] {{removed}} - Does not meet the criteria of the [[STEP:Mandate|STEP Mandate]].
-===== M - {{#show:Category:ModSection_M|?SectionLabel}} =====
+===== J - {{#show:Category:ModSection_J|?ModGroupDescription}} =====
-:*
+:* [[Enhanced Projectile Soul Trap]] {{removed}} - [https://stepmodifications.org/forum/showthread.php?tid=4231&pid=59512#pid59512 USKP fixes preclude]
-==== Mod Removals ====
-:* [[Acquisitive Soul Gems]] - Using [[Smart Souls]] instead to [http://forum.step-project.com/showthread.php?tid=4231&pid=59512#pid59512 spare the plugin slot].
-:* [[Enhanced Projectile Soul Trap]] - [http://forum.step-project.com/showthread.php?tid=4231&pid=59512#pid59512 USKP fixes preclude]
-==== Updated Mod Installation Instructions/Recommendations with this Release ====
-Some of the changes to the mod pages below were to simply reflect the now required DLC status of STEP and simply have changes to the wording to reflect this.
-:* [[Nitpick]]
-:* [[Skyrim Project Optimization]]
-:* [[Trade & Barter]]
-:* [[Weapon & Armor Fixes]]
-:* [[Even Better Quest Objectives]]
-:* [[Disease Descriptions]]
-:* [[Skill Interface]]
-:* [[Not Another Colored Map Icon Mod]]
-:* [[Unknown Enchants]]
-:* [[Ultimate HD Fire Effects]]
-:* [[Static Mesh Improvement Mod]] - Do not install Furniture Chests option.
-:* [[Enhanced Distant Terrain 2]]
-:* [[Enhanced Night Skyrim]]
-:* [[High Quality LODs]]
-:* [[Legible Road Signs]]
-:* [[Moss Rocks]]
-:* [[Realistic Mushrooms]]
-:* [[Vibrant Auroras]]
-:* [[Visible Windows]]
-:* [[Windmills Resized]]
-:* [[Diverse Priests]]
-:* [[Xenius Character Enhancement]]
-:* [[Book of Silence]]
-:* [[Closer Quivers & Longer Arrows]]
-:* [[Elven Weapons for Silence]] - also removed from Core
-:* [[Greatsword Sheaths & Scabbards]]
-:* [[Improved Closefaced Helmets]]
-:* [[Shield of Ysgramor]]
-:* [[Ultimate HD Torch]]
-:* [[Better Bards]]
-:* [[Smooth Blade Draw & Sheathe]]
-:* [[Soul Gems Differ]]
-:* [[Ice Wraith]]
-:* [[Deadly Spell Impacts]]
-:* [[Dual Wield Blocking Animations]]
-:* [[Oblivion Gates]]
-:* [[Wearable Lanterns]]
-==== Mods: Fixed/Updated BCFs/FOMODs ====
+===== K - {{#show:Category:ModGroup_06-Models and Textures|?ModGroupDescription}} =====
-:* [[Cover Khajiits]] - fixed the file structure and created a FOMOD.
+:* [[Detailed Chests]] {{removed}} - removed in favor of the Improved Furniture Chests option from [[Static Mesh Improvement Mod]].
-:* [[Better Bards]] - fixed the file structure and created a FOMOD.
-:* [[Soul Gems Differ]] - created a STEP specific FOMOD for MO users.
-==== Install-Order Changes ====
+===== L - {{#show:Category:ModGroup_07-Sounds and Music|?ModGroupDescription}} =====
-*
+:* [[Waterbreathing Breathless Emerge]] {{removed}} - [https://stepmodifications.org/forum/showthread.php?tid=1676&pid=64140#pid64140 Unnecessary]
+:* [[Audio Overhaul|Audio Overhaul for Skyrim]] {{CustomTag|color=added|tag=added}}
+:* [[Audio Overhaul-Patches|Audio Overhaul for Skyrim - Patches]] {{CustomTag|color=added|tag=added}}
+:* [[Better Bards]] {{removed}} - [https://stepmodifications.org/forum/showthread.php?tid=1668 Causes dialog glitch].
+:* [[Sounds of Skyrim-Civilization]] {{removed}} - removed in favor of [[Audio Overhaul for Skyrim]]
+:* [[Sounds of Skyrim-Wilds]] {{removed}} - removed in favor of [[Audio Overhaul for Skyrim]]
+:* [[Clanking Armor]] {{removed}} - Conflicts with [[Audio Overhaul for Skyrim]] and parts are covered by the [[Unofficial Skyrim Patch|USKP]].
+===== M - {{#show:Category:ModSection_M|?ModGroupDescription}} =====
+:* [[Non-Essential Children]] {{fc|#ffa500|'''''MOVED'''''}} - Moved after [[When Vampires Attack]] to resolve script conflict.
-<noinclude>
+====Guide====
-__NOTOC__
+* Infused Mod Organizer as the STEP default mod manager.
-__NOTITLE__
+* Simplified the guide instructions to focus on speedier setup with more focus on stability and performance.
-[[STEP version:: {{SUBPAGENAME}} | ]]
+* Reduced chapters by moving non-essential details onto ancillary guides.
-[[Category:Changelogs]]
+* All internal links to other wiki guides are treated as 'external' links, so clicking the links opens up a new browser tab, thus making it easy to switch between the main Guide and off-page content without ever having to use the 'Back' button.
-</noinclude>