User:DrPharmDawg/SkyRem Guide Section1

SkyRem Guide

Skyrim Roleplay Enhancement Modding Guide for Special Edition

Release Date: September 20, 2019
Current Version: 7.1.0
Created and maintained by DrPharmDawg

SkyRem Guide Pages

Home Page
Section I <-----
Section II
Section III
Section IV
Final Steps
Changelog

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Section I

SETUP[edit | edit source]

Start Fresh[edit | edit source]

The SkyRem Guide assumes a freshly installed, never modified Skyrim Special Edition Version 1.5.97.

Always start with a clean setup when starting or restarting any guide. Sometimes this is the only way to ensure there are no remnants from a previous modding experience gone awry, or left overs that will result in issues later. Unintended changes can happen to your base game files, no matter what you do to keep them untouched. If ever in doubt, start from scratch by removing, re-downloading, and re-installing. While this is a hassle to say the least, the last action prior to Step 1 below is to create a Backup in anticipation of needing to start over. I strongly discourage skipping this task.

Make sure Steam is not in your Program Files directory. If it is, install it elsewhere. The ideal scenario is on a separate drive from your OS, preferably on a SSD drive. Having Steam installed in your Program Files can lead to issues during the modding process.

With a clean setup, create your INI files, turn off the Steam Overlay, and disable Automatic Updates in Steam as follows:

1. [Launch] Skyrim through Steam to complete setup of INI files, then [Exit] the Skyrim Launcher (but keep Steam open).
2. Click [Steam] and [Settings] in the tool bar.
3. Select the [In-Game] tab and uncheck the [Enable the Steam Overlay while in-game], and click [OK].
4. Navigate to your [Library], right-click [Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition] and select [Properties].
5. Navigate to the [Updates] tab, and under [Automatic Updates], change the drop-down to [Only update this game when I launch it].
6. [Exit] Steam.

For the purpose of this guide, the Creation Kit (CK) will be needed to properly port mods from Legendary Edition (LE) to Special Edition (SE). The CK can also be used to modify plugins and create new mods, though we will not be using it for these functions (out of scope of this guide). If you do not have the CK, or if you are starting with a fresh install:

1. Download and install Bethesda.net Launcher.
2. [Launch] Bethesda.net and click the [CK Icon] on the side bar.
3. [Launch] the CK - when asked to Extract scripts (or unpack), click [YES]. This may take a few minutes. When done, exit CK.
4. Navigate to the Skyrim Folder - you should see the CreationKit.exe now. Create a new text file and name it CreationKitCustom.ini.
5. Copy and paste the lines in the following box into this file, save, and exit.

[General]
bAllowMultipleMasterFiles=1
bAllowMultipleMasterLoads=1

[MESSAGES]
bBlockMessageBoxes=1

Until the Creation Kit Fixes mod is updated to the newest CK release, download and replace the CreationKit.exe with this one:==== Creation Kit EXE

Before beginning installation of the tools and mods, setup a folder structure to keep things organized. Currently, you have a Steam folder that contains Steam and Skyrim SE. In the same folder in which Steam is located, create three more folders:

1. Navigate to the folder in which your Steam folder is located.
2. Create three new folders and name them Tools, Mod Organizer, and Backup.

You should have a folder (root) that looks something like this:

This PC > Game (E:)
  Backup
  Mod Organizer
  Steam
  Tools

Modding Tools[edit | edit source]

SSE CreationKit Fixes[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Nukem
Version: 3.2
TOOL

MAIN FILE: CK64Fixes Release 3.2

Install: Manually download and extract the files into the Skyrim folder.

Mod Organizer 2[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Tannin-MO2 Team
Version: 2.4.2
TOOL

MAIN FILE: Mod Organizer 2

Install: Manually download and run the executable, installing to the Mod Organizer folder. Run MO2, selecting [Portable] and [Skyrim Special Edition] when prompted.

Setup: Once in MO2, complete the following:
       1. Click the [Configure settings and workarounds] icon (last icon in tool bar; wrench + driver).
       2. Under [General], untick Check for updates.
       3. Under [Mod List], untick Display mods installed outside MO to remove the DLCs if you prefer (I do this as there is no reason to keep them in the left pane).
       4. Under [Paths], change the Downloads if you want downloads going to a different drive/folder.
       5. Under [Nexus], click the Associate with "Download with manager" links button, and update your Nexus Connection info if needed.
       6. Under [Workarounds], update your Steam info if needed.
       7. Click the [Configure Profiles] icon (ID Card).
       8. [Create] two new profiles naming them Vanilla and SkyRem. Exit the [Configure Profiles] function.
       9. Change the current [Profile] by selecting Vanilla in the drop-down box (next to [Profile]. [Remove] the Default profile.

Executables: As you setup the tools below, those with an Executable note need to be set up to run through MO2 (and utilize MO2s VFS).
       1. Click the [Configure the executables that can be started through Mod Organizer] icon (two gears).
       2. Click the [+] to add a new executable. Note: LOOT and Creation Kit should already be setup as executables if already installed.
       3. Enter the name of the tool in the [Title] field.
       4. Use the [...] to find the tool's executable file for the [Binary] field.
       5. Note any text that should be included in the [Arguments] field.
       6. Click [OK] to add and exit the window, or [Apply] to add and keep the window open to add more executables.

Merge Plugins Hide[edit | edit source]

NO LONGER UTILIZED BY SKYREM GUIDE
Download: GitHub
Author: deorder
Version: ---
TOOL

MAIN FILE: Merge Plugins Hide

Download: Download by clicking the green button and selecting Download Zip.

Install: Extract the file into the Mod Organizer/plugins/data folder. The option will be added to the [Tools] >> [Tools Plugins] menu.

LOOT[edit | edit source]

Download: GitHub
Author: WrinklyRobot
Version: 0.16.1
TOOL

MAIN FILE: LOOT.Installer.exe

Install: Manually download and run the installer. Install to the Tools folder.

SSEEdit[edit | edit source]

Download: GitHub
Author: ElminsterAU and the xEdit team
Version: 4.0.3
TOOL

MAIN FILE: SSEEdit

Install: Manually download and extract the file into the Tools folder under SSEEdit.

Executable: Add SSEEdit as an executable to MO2.
       Binary = [SSEEdit.EXE]
       Argument = Leave Blank

Executable: Add SSEEdit QuickAutoClean as an executable to MO2.
       Binary = [SSEEditQuackAutoClean.EXE]
       Argument = [-dontcache]

Automation Tools for TES5Edit[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Mator
Version: 1.5c
TOOL

MAIN FILE: Automation Tools

Install: Manually download and extract to the Tools/SSEEdit/Edit Scripts folder.

MXPF - Mator's xEdit Patching Framework[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Mator
Version: 1.1.0
TOOL

MAIN FILE: MXPF-a

Install: Manually download and extract the file into the Tools/SSEEdit folder.

Wrye Bash[edit | edit source]

NO LONGER UTILIZED BY SKYREM GUIDE
Download: Nexus
Author: Wrye Bash Team
Version: 309.1
TOOL

MAIN FILE: Wrye Bash 309.1 - Standalone Executable

Install: Manually download and extract the file into the Tools folder under Wrye Bash.

Executable: Add Wrye Bash as an executable to MO2.
       Binary = [Wrye Bash.EXE]
       Argument = Leave Blank

Unofficial Mator Smash Updated[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: matortheeternal (Uploaded by chuckseven1)
Version: 2.0.0-beta-4
TOOL

OLD FILE: Unofficial Mator Smash Updated (2.0.0-beta-2)

Install: Manually download and extract the file into the Tools folder under Mator Smash.

Executable: Add Mator Smash as an executable to MO2.
       Binary = [MatorSmash.EXE]
       Argument = Leave Blank

Mator Smash Rules[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: alazymodder
Version: .11
TOOL

MAIN FILE: Mator Smash Rules

Install: Manually download and extract the files into the Tools/Mator Smash/settings/Skyrim folder (not place the folder, but the files within the extracted folder).

Cathedral Assets Optimizer[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: G_k
Version: 5.2.0
TOOL

MAIN FILE: Cathedral Assets Optimizer 64

Install: Manually download and extract the file into the Tools folder under Asset Optimizer.

DLL Plugin Loader[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: meh321
Version: 1
TOOL

MAIN FILE: DLL Plugin Loader v1

Install: Follow the instructions on the Description page (How to install and How to check everything is working correctly) sections.

zEdit[edit | edit source]

NO LONGER UTILIZED BY SKYREM GUIDE
Download: GitHub
Author: matortheeternal
Version: 0.6.5
TOOL

MAIN FILE: zEdit_v0.6.5_-_Portable_x64.7z

Install: Manually download and extract the file into the Tools folder under zEdit.

Executable: Add zEdit as an executable to MO2.
       Binary = [zEdit.EXE]
       Argument = Leave Blank

Setup: Run zEdit through MO2.
       1. Select zMerge in the drop-down box, and click [Start Session].
       2. Click on the [Edit Settings] (gear) in the upper-right of the tool bar.
       3. Click [Integration Settings] and set Mod manager to Mod Organizer, MO2 instance to Portable, and set the paths fields.
       4. Click [Merge Settings] and set the output path to the MO2 [mods] folder. Leave the Integrations options unchecked.
       5. Click [Archive Creation Settings] and enter 999999 in the Minimum files per archive field and make sure both advanced options are unchecked.
       6. Click [OK] and exit zEdit.

Synthesis[edit | edit source]

Download: GitHub
Author: Noggog
Version: 0.19.3
TOOL

MAIN FILE: Synthesis.zip

Install: Manually download and extract into the Tools folder under Synthesis.

Executable: Add Synthesis as an executable to MO2.
       Binary = [Synthesis.exe]
       Argument = Leave Blank

Note: After installing, run Synthesis through MO2 to ensure you have the required files. Download and install as required using the provided links in the pop-ups.

xLODGen[edit | edit source]

Download: STEP
Author: Sheson
Version: beta 84
TOOL

MAIN FILE: xLODGen

Install: Manually download and extract the Main File to the Tools folder under xLODGen.

Executable: Add xLODGen as an executable to MO2.
       Binary = [xLODGenx64.EXE]
       Argument = [-sse -o:"X:\Mod Organizer\Mods\xLODGen Output"]

Executable: Add xLODGen Occlusion as an executable to MO2.
       Binary = [xLODGenx64.EXE]
       Argument = [-sse -o:"X:\Mod Organizer\Mods\xLODGen Occlusion Output"]

Dynamic Distant Objects LOD - DynDOLOD[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Sheson
Version: 2.96
TOOL

UPDATE

MISC FILE: DynDOLOD 3.00

Install: Manually download and extract to the Tools folder under DynDOLOD.

Executable: Add TexGen as an executable to MO2.
       Binary = [TexGenx64.EXE]
       Argument = [-sse]

Executable: Add DynDOLOD as an executable to MO2.
       Binary = [DynDOLODx64.EXE]
       Argument = [-sse]

Skyrim Script Extender (SKSE)[edit | edit source]

Download: SilverLock
Author: Ian Patterson, Stephen Abel, Paul Connelly, and Brendan Borthwick (ianpatt, behippo, scruggsywuggsy the ferret, and purple lunchbox)
Version: 2.0.19
TOOL

MAIN FILE: Current SE build 2.0.19 (runtime 1.5.97)

Install: Extract the files and move the following to your Skyrim folder:
       skse64_1_5_97.dll
       skse64_loader.exe
       skse64_steam_loader.dll

Install: Return to the extracted files and Archive the Data folder. Install this as a new mod through MO2 (second icon in the menu bar). Name the mod SKSE Scripts.

ENB Series Binaries[edit | edit source]

ENB Dev
Author: Boris Vorontsov
Version: 0.462
TOOL

MAIN FILE: v0.462

Install: In the WrapperVersion directory, copy the d3d11.DLL and d3dcompiler_46e.DLL files to the Skyrim folder.

BethINI[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: DoubleYou
Version: 3.5
TOOL

MAIN FILE: BethINI Standalone Version

Install: Install in the Tools folder.

Setup: Do NOT run BethINI inside MO (do not setup an executable). MO should be completely closed before running BethINI.
       Under the first tab (Setup), make sure the correct profile is selected under INI Path. If not, select it and allow BethINI to reload.

       1. Under the Basic tab, click the [Default] button to load the Default settings.
       2. Click the [Medium] button to load the Medium settings.
       3. Select BethINI Presets and check the Recommended Tweaks options.
       4. Set the remaining tabs up as pictured below.

       5. Select the [Custom] tab.
       6. Set [Interface] >> [fBookOpenTime] to 200.0000 and click [Save].
       7. Return to the Basic tab and click [Save and Exit].

Additional INI Settings[edit | edit source]

With the base Skyrim.INI and SkyrimPrefs.INI set, find the SKSE Scripts in MO2's left pane, right-click, and select [Open in Explorer]. Create a new folder named [SKSE] and open it. Create a file and name it SKSE.INI. Copy and paste the following into the new file, save and close.

[Display]
iTintTextureResolution=2048

[General]
ClearInvalidRegistrations=1

Cleaning The Masters[edit | edit source]

The following procedure will clean your master files (or other files that require cleaning). This process will be used several times through the modding process. Typically, you will not need to back up anything, but for the purpose of keeping your Skyrim folder as clean (and vanilla) as possible, we will be doing this here.

1. Copy and paste to the desktop the Update.ESM, Dawnguard.ESM, Hearthfire.ESM, and Dragonborn.ESM files in the Skyrim/Data folder (this is temporary).
2. In MO, use the Executables drop-box to select [SSEEdit QuickAutoClean] and and click [Run].
3. Select ONLY the Update.ESM and click [Run].
4. Once you see the message Quick Clean mode finished, you can exit.
5. Restart [SSEEdit QuickAutoClean] and repeat for each of the remaining 3 ESMs above. Complete one at a time.

Complete cleaning of Dawnguard

1. Launch [SSEEdit] (not the QuickAutoClean) and load only Dawnguard.ESM.
2. Navigate in the left pane to: [Cell] >> [Block 5] >> [Sub-Block 3] >> [00016BCF].
3. Remove the [XEZN] record by clicking on it in the right pane and selecting [Remove].
4. Navigate in the left pane to: [Cell] >> [Block 2] >> [Sub-Block 1].
5. Right click [0001FA4C] in the left pane and [Remove] the entire record.
6. Navigate in the left pane to: [Cell] >> [Block 8] >> [Sub-Block 1].
7. Right click [0006C3B6] in the left pane and [Remove] the entire record.
8. Exit SSEEdit, saving Dawnguard.ESM.

Create a Cleaned Masters mod and move the Vanilla files back to the Data folder.

1. Navigate to the Data folder with the files you just cleaned. Select these 4 files and create an archive.
2. In MO2, click [Install a new mod from an archive] icon (second icon), and open the archive you just created. Name the mod Cleaned Masters.
3. Move the backup files back to your Data folder (overwrite), and delete the archive in the Data folder.

If you open MO2 now, you should see the SKSE Scripts and Cleaned Masters mods in the left pane.

Make A Backup[edit | edit source]

To prevent having to restart from scratch [again], this is a good time to create a complete backup of everything up to this point. If something goes wrong, this will be your restore point. Backup the entire /Steam/SteamApps/Common/Skyrim Special Edition/ folder, and place the archive in your Backup folder, naming it Skyrim Vanilla Backup. I also recommend doing the same for your Mod Organizer folder and your Tools folder, resulting in 3 backup files in the Backup folder.

STEP 1: BASE[edit | edit source]

Part A: Base Mods[edit | edit source]

SKSE Scripts[edit | edit source]

Note: Place the SKSE Scripts mod completed earlier here and [Activate] it.

.NET Script Framework[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: meh321
Version: 17
UPDATE

MAIN FILE: NetScriptFramework SkyrimSE v17

SSE Engine Fixes (skse64 plugin)[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: aers - Nukem - Ryan
Version: 5.6.0
CUSTOM

MAIN FILE: (Part 1) Engine Fixes
MAIN FILE: (Part 2) Engine Fixes - skse64 Preloader and TBB Lib

Note: Install Part 1 as any other mod. Extract Part 2 to your Skyrim folder.

Bug Fixes SSE[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: meh321
Version: 3

MAIN FILE: Bug Fixes SSE v3

Cleaned Masters[edit | edit source]

Note: Place the Cleaned Masters mod completed earlier here and [Activate] it.

SkyUI[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: SkyUI Team
Version: 5.2SE
1 ESP

MAIN FILE: SkyUI_5_2_SE

Unofficial Skyrim Special Edition Patch[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Unofficial Patch Project Team
Version: 4.2.5b
CORE
1 ESM

MAIN FILE: Unofficial Skyrim Special Edition Patch

Cleaned Skyrim SE Textures[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: kartoffel
Version: 1.2.3

OLD FILE: Kart_CSSET_Overwrite
UPDATE FILE: kart_CSSET_fix
UPDATE FILE: kart_CSSET_hotfix

Alternate Start - Live Another Life[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Arthmoor
Version: 4.1.4
CORE
1 ESP

MAIN FILE: Alternate Start - Live Another Life

Cutting Room Floor[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Arthmoor
Version: 3.1.9
1 ESP

MAIN FILE: Cutting Room Floor

Legacy of the Dragonborn SSE[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: icecreamassassin
Version: 5.5.2
CORE
1 ESM

MAIN FILE: Legacy of the Dragonborn

Quest and Reward Delay for Legacy of the Dragonborn[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Kriana
Version: 1.1
1 ESL

MAIN FILE: Legacy of the Dragonborn Delay Patch

Relic Hunter- Guildmaster Start (Legacy and ASLAL addon)[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Icecreamassassin
Version: 2.0.3
1 ESP

MAIN FILE: Relic Hunter- Guildmaster Start

Part B: SKSE Plugins[edit | edit source]

Address Library for SKSE Plugins[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: meh321
Version: 2

OPT FILE: Database for 1.5.97.0

Alternate Conversation Camera[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: NasiGorengCumi
Version: 2.4.4
CUSTOM

MAIN FILE: Alternate Conversation Camera

Animation Motion Revolution[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: alexsylex
Version: 1.3

MAIN FILE: Animation Motion Revolution

Better Combat Escape - SSE[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Maxsu
Version: v0.83

MAIN FILE: Better Combat Escape - SSE V0.83

Better Jumping SE[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: meh321 and z65536
Version: 1.7.1
CUSTOM

MAIN FILE: Better Jumping SE

ConsoleUtilSSE[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Ryan
Version: 1.2.0

MAIN FILE: ConsoleUtilSSE

Crafting Recipe Distributor[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: powerofthree
NEW
Version: 1.2

MAIN FILE: Crafting Recipe Distributor

Custom Skills Framework[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: meh321
Version: 1

MAIN FILE: Custom Skills Framework v1

SSE Display Tweaks[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: SlavicPotato
Version: 0.4.15-1
CUSTOM

UPDATE

MAIN FILE: SSE Display Tweaks

ENB Helper SE[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: aers
Version: 1.5

MAIN FILE: ENB Helper SE 1.5 for SSE 1.5.97

Encounter Zones Unlocked SE[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: underthesky and z65536
Version: 1.4

MAIN FILE: Encounter Zones Unlocked SE

Experience[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: zax
Version: 1.2.0
CUSTOM

MAIN FILE: Experience

FileAccess Interface For Skyrim SE Scripts - FISSES[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: TerenceYao
Version: 1.3.7
1 ESM

MAIN FILE: FileAccess Interface for Skyrim SE Scripts - FISSES

Fix Note icon for SkyUI (SKSE64 plugin)[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: 0xC0000005
Version: 1.2.1

MAIN FILE: FixNotesForSkyUI SKSE64 2.0.17

SSE FPS Stabilizer[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Shizof
Version: 1.1.2

MAIN FILE: SSE FPS Stabilizer - MAIN FILE

Fuz Ro D-Oh - Silent Voice[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: shadeMe
Version: 1.7

MAIN FILE: Fuz Ro D'oh

SSE Gameplay Tweaks[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: meh321
Version: 5
CUSTOM

OPT FILE: GameplayTweaks v5

zxlice hitStop SSE - Script Free[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: zxlice
Version: 0.9.3

MAIN FILE: zxlice hitStop - SSE v0.9.3a

I'm Walkin' Here[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Ryan
Version: 1.5.0

MAIN FILE: I'm Walkin' Here

Inventory Functions SE[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Quad2Core
Version: 0.07.00

MAIN FILE: Inventory Functions SE

Item Durability[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: meh321
Version: 3
CUSTOM

MAIN FILE: Item Durability v3

JContainers SE[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: silvericed
Version: 4.1.13

MAIN FILE: JContainers SE

More Informative Console[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Linthar
Version: 0.43

MAIN FILE: More Informative Console 0.43

Mum’s the Word[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Ryan
Version: 1.2.1
CUSTOM

MAIN FILE: Mum’s the Word

No Grass In Objects[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: meh321
UPDATE
Version: 8

MAIN FILE: Grass Control v8

NPC AI Process Position Fix - SSE[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Maxsu
Version: 4.05c

MAIN FILE: NPC AI Process Pos Fix-SSE-V4.05c

OnHit Animations Framework - SSE[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Maxsu
Version: v1.15b
UPDATE

MAIN FILE: OnHit Animations Framework SSE- v1.15b

Note: Required for Flinching

powerofthree's Papyrus Extender[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: powerofthree
Version: 4.5.1

MAIN FILE: Papyrus Extender SSE - 4.5.1

PapyrusUtil SE - Modders Scripting Utility Functions[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: exiledviper meh321
Version: 3.9

MAIN FILE: PapyrusUtil SE - Scripting Utility Functions

Player Rotation in ShowRaceMenu[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Felisky
Version: 1.0.0

MAIN FILE: Player Rotation in ShowRaceMenu v1.0.0 for SkyrimSE

Regen Adjuster SKSE[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Loki
NEW
Version: 2.0

MAIN FILE: Regen_Adjuster

Skyrim Priority SE - skse plugin[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Boring3
Version: 3.0.0

MAIN FILE: Skyrim Priority SE 3.0.0

Skyrim Skill Uncapper[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Kassent
Version: V1.1.0

MAIN FILE: Skyrim Skill Uncapper

Note: Change the path for SkyrimUncapper.dll to Data\DLLPlugins\ (default is Data\SKSE\Plugins). You may need to create the DLLPlugins folder.

Spell Perk Item Distributor[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: powerofthree
Version: 5.0.2
UPDATE

MAIN FILE: Spell Perk Item Distributor - 4.5.1

Splashes Of Skyrim[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: powerofthree
NEW
Version: 1.3

MAIN FILE: Splashes of Skyrim - 1.3

Stagger Direction Fix - SSE[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Maxsu
Version: v2.02a

MAIN FILE: Stagger Direction Fix-SSE V2.02a

Stay At The System Page - Updated[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Ryan - iammitochondrion
Version: 1.5.0

MAIN FILE: StayAtSystemPageSE

Survival Control Panel[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Parapets and colinswrath
Version: 1.0.3
NEW

MAIN FILE: Survival Control Panel

To Your Face SE And VR[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: underthesky and xILARTH
Version: 1.0h

MAIN FILE: To Your Face SE

powerofthree's Tweaks[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: powerofthree
Version: 1.2

MAIN FILE: powerofthree's Tweaks - 1.2

Uninterrupted Ethereal Form[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: meh321
Version: 2

MAIN FILE: Uninterrupted Ethereal Form v2

Uninterrupted Invisibility[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: meh321
Version: 2

MAIN FILE: Uninterrupted Invisibility v2

Yes Im Sure[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Ryan
Version: 1.5.0

MAIN FILE: YesImSure

STEP 1 CHECK[edit | edit source]

VERIFY:
- Mods: 56
- Plugins: 14 (ESMs = 8, ESPs = 4, ESMs + ESPs = 12, ESLs = 2)

LOOT:
 - Use LOOT to sort your Load Order.

STEP 2: INTERFACE[edit | edit source]

Part A: Interface[edit | edit source]

MCM Helper[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Parapets
Version: 1.3
1 ESL

MAIN FILE: MCM Helper SE

Atlas Map Markers SE - Updated with MCM[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Kronixx and kryptopyr
Version: 2.0
1 ESP

MAIN FILE: Atlas Map Markers

Better Container Controls for SkyUI[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: CDCooley
Version: 3.0
ESL
1 ESL

MAIN FILE: BCC-SkyUI-v30

Note: ESL-Flagging the ESP is preferred over the actual ESL file.

Delphine's Map Reveals Dragon Mounds[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: AndrealphusVIII
Version: 1.0
1 ESL

MAIN FILE: Delphine's Map Reveals Dragon Mounds SE v1.0

Delphine's Map Reveals Dragon Mounds - Atlas Map Markers SE Patch[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: AndrealphusVIII and Galgana
Version: 1.01
1 ESL

MAIN FILE: AMM DM Patch - kryptopyr

Extended UI[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: MrJack
Version: 1.2d
BSA

PORT
1 ESP

MAIN FILE: Extended UI

Dear Diary - Paper SkyUI Menus Replacer SE[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: uranreactor
Version: 3.0.5
CUSTOM

FOMOD Instructions
Dear Diary

Welcome
- - ☑ Note about config file
    - Next
Journal, Stats, System Menu
- Install Journal, Stats, System Menu?
  - ◉ Yes
    - Next
Mod Configuration Menu
- Install Mod Configuration Menu?
  - ◉ Yes
    - Next
Map Menu
- Install Map Menu?
  - ◉ Yes
- Install Biege Map Markers Replacer?
  - ◉ No
    - Next
Inventory, Magic, Crafting etc Menu
- Install Inventory etc replacer?
  - ◉ Yes
- Install MoreHUD I.E. replacer?
  - ◉ Yes
    - Next
Favorites Menu
- Install Favorites Menu?
  - ◉ Yes, extended version
    - Next
Book Menu
- Install Book Menu?
  - ◉ Yes
    - Next
Lockpicking Menu
- Install Lockpicking Menu?
  - ◉ Yes
    - Next
Perks menu - aspect ratio
- What's your monitor aspect ratio?
  - ◉ 16x9 (normal)
    - Next
Perks Menu (16x9)
- Install Player Stats (Perks) Menu replacer?
  - ◉ Yes, Extended UI and Experience
    - Next
Levelup Menu
- Install Levelup Menu replacer?
  - ◉ Yes
    - Next
Sleep-Wait Menu
- Install Sleep-Wait Menu replacer?
  - ◉ Yes
    - Next
Messageboxes
- Install Messageboxes Replacer?
  - ◉ Yes
    - Next
Tutorials Menu
- Install Tutorials Menu replacer?
  - ◉ Yes
    - Next
Training Menu
- Install Training Menu replacer?
  - ◉ Yes
    - Next
Tab Menu
- Install Tab Menu replacer?
  - ◉ Yes
    - Next
Loading Menu
- Install Loading Menu replacer?
  - ◉ No
    - Next
Start Menu
- Install Main Menu frames replacer?
  - ◉ Yes, cleaned version
- Install Main Menu background replacer?
  - ◉ Yes
    - Next
QuickLootRE Menu
- Install QuickLootRE replacer?
  - ◉ No
    - Next
Wheel Menu
- Install Wheel Menu replacer?
  - ◉ No
    - Next
Cursors
- Replace the cursor?
  - ◉ Dark red quill (smaller)
    - Next
Font
- Replace the main font?
  - ◉ No
    - Next
Miscellaneous
- Console Improvements
  - ◉ 60 FPS More Informative Console
- Button Arts
  - ◉ Install Button Arts Replacer (RECOMMENDED)
- Loading Spinner Removal
  - ◉ Yes
    - Next
Finish Installation
- Thank you!
  - ◉ Don't forget to check config.txt
    - Install

Better SkyUI Config - Smart sorting by type[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: jn64
Version: 1.0.1

OPT FILE: Better SkyUI Config - Dear Diary compatible version

iEquip[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: dunc001 MrNeverLost Azhaab Fudgyduff VictorF Ersh Hazarduss
Version: 1.6.2
1 ESL

MAIN FILE: iEquip

Just Do It - An inventory-free way to use items[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: not Shia
Version: 1.3
1 ESL

MAIN FILE: Just Do It

No More Laser-Printed Book[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Fhaarkas
Version: 1.0

MAIN FILE: No More Laser-Printed Book

Quest Markers Restored[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: thetrader
Version: 1.2.0
1 ESL

MAIN FILE: Quest Markers Restored

Racemenu[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Expired
Version: 0.4.16
1 ESP

MAIN FILE: RaceMenu Special Edition v0-4-16

Note: Hide RaceMenuPlugin.esp.

SkyHUD[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Fhaarkas
Version: 0.90.1B
CUSTOM

MAIN FILE: SkyHUD v090B v4

FOMOD Instructions
SkyHUD

Check
- What's New
  - ◉ Proceed
    - Next
Install
- Please select installation type
  - ◉ Loose Files
    - Next
Example Presets
- Choose a preset
  - ◉ SkyHUD Oblivion
    - Next
Miscellaneous
- Optional
  - ◉ Install iHUD compatibility patch
    - Install

A Matter of Time - A HUD clock widget[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: SkyAmigo
Version: 3.0alpha4
COMPACT
1 ESL

MAIN FILE: AMatterOfTime

moreHUD SE[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Ahzaab
Version: 4.0.0.5Beta
1 ESL

MAIN FILE: moreHUD SE Light Master

moreHUD Inventory Edition[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Ahzaab
Version: 1.0.18

MAIN FILE: moreHUD Inventory Edition Loose Version

Note: Hide the /Interface/exported/moreHUDIE folder.

Paper HUD[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: rob18
Version: 4.0
CUSTOM

MAIN FILE: Paper HUD V4

FOMOD Instructions
Paper HUD

SkyHUD or LIH
- Which do you use?
  - ◉ SkyHUD
    - Next
Preset
- Preset
  - ◉ Small Notepad
    - Next
moreHUD
- MoreHUD Compatibility
  - ☑ Yes
    - Next
Addons
- QuickLoot Retexture
  - ◉ None
- WheelMenu
  - ◉ None
- Frostfall
  - Select Nothing
- Wearable Lanterns
  - Select Nothing
    - Next
Thanks
- Enjoy
  - ☑ Note
    - Install

Sovngarde - Mist's Font Replacer[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Mist
Version: 8.9

MAIN FILE: Sovngarde - Mist's Font Replacer Bold

UIExtensions[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Expired
Version: 1.2.0
BSA
1 ESP

MAIN FILE: UIExtensions v1-2-0

Note: Hide interface/messagebox.swf.

Undiscovered Means Unknown - Map Markers[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Brin_aSair
Version: 2.11

MAIN FILE: Undiscovered Means Unknown - Compass and Map Markers

FOMOD Instructions
Undiscovered Means Unknown

Primary Mod Considerations
- Which do you wish to install?
  - ◉ Both the Compass and the Map}
- Player's location to be marked on the map?
  - ◉ Yes
    - Next
Primary Installation Considerations
- Have you installed SkyUI?
  - ◉ Yes
- Have you installed a HUD-altering mod?
  - ◉ SkyHUD
    - Next
Colored Map Markers
- Which colored map marker mod have you installed?
  - ◉ Default - Skyrim SE
    - Next
Final Options
- Do you wish for enemies to be visible in compass?
  - ◉ Yes
    - Next
Final Step - UMU Variants
- What icon do you wish to use for undiscovered locations?
  - ◉ An Empty Rhombus
    - Next
Installation
- Install
  - ☑ Install
    - Install

Viewable Faction Ranks[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Reath
Version: 1.1.9
1 ESL

MAIN FILE: Viewable Faction Ranks ESL

SkyUI The Adventurer Theme Mod SE[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: ElSopa
Version: 1.0

MAIN FILE: SkyUI The Adventurer Theme Mod SE

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FOMOD Instructions
Adventurer Theme

Step1

STRONGLY RECOMMENDED

Inventory Icons

Main Menu

Select Nothing

Step2

Lists

Category Icons

Favorites Menu

None

Skills Menu

Background Replacer

Background Replacer Dawnguard

Step3

Map

None

Map Markers

Select Nothing

HUD and Compass

None

Step4

Bottombars

None

Bookmenu

None

Lockpicking

None

Step5

Tween Menu

Select Nothing

Item Card

None

Message Boxes

Select Nothing

Cursors

None

Install

Immersive HUD - iHUD Special Edition[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Gopher
Version: 0.2beta
COMPACT
1 ESL

MAIN FILE: Immersive HUD - iHUD

Wood and Paper - SkyUI - Dear Diary Skin[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: uranreactor
Version: 1.0.2

MAIN FILE: Wood and Paper - A Dear Diary Skin

STEP 2 CHECK[edit | edit source]

VERIFY: Ensure your counts are as follows:
- Mods: 81
- Plugins: 29 (ESMs = 8, ESPs = 8, ESMs + ESPs = 16, ESLs = 13)

LOOT:
- Use LOOT to sort your Load Order.

STEP 3: FIXES[edit | edit source]

Part A: Mesh Fixes[edit | edit source]

Static Mesh Improvement Mod - SMIM[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Brumbek
Version: 2.08
1 ESP

MAIN FILE: SMIM SE 2-08

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FOMOD Instructions
Static Mesh Improvement Mod

Main Installer Choice

Skyrim Game Version and Install Choices

Skyrim 2016 Special Edition: Everything

Install

Armor Mesh Fixes SE[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: RenaPG
Version: 1.1

MAIN FILE: Armor Mesh Fixes

Skyrim Landscape and Water Fixes[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: WiZkiD - lilebonymace
Version: v6.3
PATCH
1 ESL

MAIN FILE: Skyrim Landscape and Water Fixes - FOMOD

Note: Create an empty Skyrim Landscape and Water Fixes - Patches mod. Move all plugins except Landscape and Water Fixes.esp to the new mod. Do not activate the patches yet.

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FOMOD Instructions
Skyrim Landscape and Water Fixes

Main

Main Files

Main plugin, meshes and scripts

Patches

Landscape Fixes for Grass Mods

Walkway Wall FIX

Walkway Wall FIX SMIM

Optional

Select Nothing

Install

First Person Sneak Strafe-Walk Stutter Fix[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: UrbanCMC
Version: 1.0

MAIN FILE: First Person Sneak Strafe-Walk Stutter Fix

High Hrothgar Fixed[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Outpowner
Version: 1.02
NEW

MAIN FILE: First Person Sneak Strafe-Walk Stutter Fix

Labyrinthian Shalidor's Maze Fixes[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: wankingSkeever
Version: 0.3
NEW
1 ESL

MAIN FILE: Labyrinthian Shalidor's Maze Fixes

No More Swirl Effects From Absorb[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Ashen
Version: 1.0

MAIN FILE: No More Swirl Effects from Absorb - nif

Skyrim Project Optimization SE[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: rgabriel15
Version: 1.4
1 ESL

MAIN FILE: Skyrim SE - Project Optimization - ESL VERSION

Point The Way[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Arthmoor
Version: 2.0.6
COMPACT
1 ESL

MAIN FILE: Point The Way

Better Dynamic Snow SE[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: SparrowPrince TechAngel85 Brumbek
Version: 3.3
1 ESP, 1 ESL

MAIN FILE: Better Dynamic Snow SE

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Better Dynamic Snow

Better Dynamic Snow SE - Plugins

Plugin Installation

Brighter Snow Materials

Better Dynamic Snow SE - Options

Projected Diffuse Texture

None

Optional Addons

No Glacier Snow

Install

Better Dynamic Ash SE[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Arlekin-SparrowPrince-Step Modifications
Version: 2.1.1
1 ESM, 1 ESP

MAIN FILE: Better Dynamic Ash SE v2.1.1

Dlizzio's Mesh Fixes[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Dlizzio
Version: 2.0
1 ESL

MAIN FILE: Dlizzio's Mesh Fixes
OPT FILE: HD LODs Textures SE Mesh Fix

Skyrim Fixes Collection[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: mnikjom
Version: 1.0.3
1 ESL

MAIN FILE: Skyrim Fixes Collection 1.0.3

Word Wall Transparency Fix for ENB[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: wankingSkeever
Version: 0.2

MAIN FILE: Word Wall Transparency Fix for ENB

Mesh Machination Texture Transcendence[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: See description and credits
Version: 1.0
NEW

MAIN FILE: Mesh Machination Texture Transcendence

Part B: Gameplay Fixes[edit | edit source]

Weapons Armor Clothing and Clutter Fixes[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: kryptopyr
Version: 2.5
CORE
1 ESP

MAIN FILE: Weapons Armor Clothing and Clutter Fixes

Note: Hide WACCF_BashedPatchLvlListFix.esp.

Armor and Clothing Extension[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: kryptopyr and Gamwich
Version: 1.2
CORE
1 ESP

MAIN FILE: Armor and Clothing Extension

AI Overhaul SSE[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: mnikjom SpiderAkiraC
Version: 1.6.6
1 ESP

MAIN FILE: AI Overhaul

Bad Service - Tavern Servers Leave You Alone[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Rooker
Version: 1.0
PORT

ESL
1 ESL

MAIN FILE: Bad Service Main

BlockSteal Papyrus[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: shumkar
Version: 1.2
1 ESL

MAIN FILE: BlockSteal Papyrus STANDARD ESP FE

Complete Crafting Overhaul Remastered[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: kryptopyr
Version: 2.2
CORE
1 ESP

MAIN FILE: Complete Crafting Overhaul Remastered
UPDATE FILE: CCOR PRUFEI Chest CTD Hotfix

Disarming Traps Is Dangerous[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Skepmanmods
Version: 1.0
1 ESL

MAIN FILE: Disarming Traps Is Dangerous ESL Version

Fixed Fixed Dragon Stalking Fix[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: KirbonatedBeverage
Version: 1.0
NEW

MAIN FILE: Fixed Fixed Dragon Stalking Fix

Gildergreen Regrown[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Arthmoor
Version: 2.0.1
1 ESP

MAIN FILE: Gildergreen Regrown

Grind stuff[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Axhoff
Version: 1.0alpha
COMPACT
1 ESL

MAIN FILE: Grind Stuff SE Edition v1.0a

HearthFires Display Case Fix SE[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: RealPuPpEt
Version: 1.0
COMPACT
1 ESL

MAIN FILE: HearthFires Display Case Fix SE

Hearthfires Houses Building Fix[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Ice885
Version: 0.1
1 ESL

MAIN FILE: Hearthfires Houses Building Fix

PTC's Hearthfire Mods[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: PatchesTheClown
Version: 1.0
COMPACT
3 ESL

MAIN FILE: Better Apiaries
MAIN FILE: Functional Butter Churns
MAIN FILE: Hearthfire Cellar Entrances

Note: Compact and ESL all plugins.

Improved Traps[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: kryptopyr and Wiseman303
Version: 2.4
ESL
1 ESL

MAIN FILE: Improved Traps (Dangerous Edition)

No Silly Physics Damage - Carts Pots Bones etc[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Corsafire
Version: 2
ESL
1 ESL

OLD FILE: No Silly Physics Damage (esp)

Note: ESL-Flagging the ESP is preferred over the actual ESL file.

QUARK - Qwinn's Ultimate Amulet Restoration Kit[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Qwinn
Version: 1.3.1
1 ESL

MAIN FILE: QUARK - Amulet Restoration Kit v1_3_1

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FOMOD Instructions
QUARK - Qwinn's Ultimate Amulet Restoration Kit

Choose type of plugins to install

Plugin Options

ESPFE plugins

Normal ESP USSEP and WACCF compatible installation

Plugin Options

AmuletsShowOnEverything.esp

Install

Random Encounter Tweaks[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: AndrealphusVIII
Version: 1.1
1 ESL

MAIN FILE: Random Encounter Tweaks SE

Run For Your Lives[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Arthmoor
Version: 4.0.3
1 ESP

MAIN FILE: Run For Your Lives

Scrambled Bugs[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: meh321 and KernalsEgg
Version: 13
CUSTOM

UPDATE

MAIN FILE: Scrambled Bugs
MAIN FILE: Scrambled Eggchantments

Time Flies SE[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: dfxyz1 Akezhar Wolfpack49
Version: 4.0.5
COMPACT

NEW
1 ESL

MAIN FILE: Time Flies SE (with Transitions)

Part C: Dialogue[edit | edit source]

Better Dialogue Controls[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: ecirbaf
Version: 1.2

MAIN FILE: Better Dialogue Controls

Guard Dialogue Overhaul SE[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: Eckss
Version: 2.17
1 ESP

MAIN FILE: Guard Dialogue Overhaul SE

Relationship Dialogue Overhaul - RDO SE[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: cloudedtruth
Version: 1.0
CORE

ESL
1 ESP, 1 ESL

MAIN FILE: Relationship Dialogue Overhaul - RDO Final
OPT FILE: RDO - CRF and USSEP Patches Final

Note: Hide RDO - USSEP Patch.esp.

Note: Use [SSEdit] to add Relationship Dialogue Overhaul.esp as a [Master] for RDO - CRF + USSEP Patch.esp.

Note: Only ESL the RDO - CRF + USSEP Patch.esp plugin.

Relationship Dialogue Overhaul - Update and MCM[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: cloudedtruth
Version: 1.0.3
CLEAN
1 ESL

MAIN FILE: Relationship Dialogue Overhaul - Update and MCM 1.0.2

Misc Dialogue Edits [edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
By: GOsteW and lilebonymace
Version: 1.7
1 ESL

MAIN FILE: Misc Dialogue Edits

More Dialogue Options [edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
By: GOsteW and lilebonymace
Version: 1.3.1
1 ESL

MAIN FILE: More Dialogue Options - for Misc Dialogue Edits

Serana Dialogue Edit - Skyrim Special Edition [edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
By: ThatGuyYeah
Version: 1.0.2
1 ESP

MAIN FILE: SeranaDialogEdit

SkyRem Guide Custom Settings[edit | edit source]

Download: Nexus
Author: DrPharmDawg
UPDATE
Version: 7.1.0

MAIN FILE: SkyRem Custom Settings

STEP 3 CHECK[edit | edit source]

VERIFY:
- Mods: 124
- Plugins: 67 (ESMs = 9, ESPs = 20, ESMs + ESPs = 29, ESLs = 38)

LOOT:
- Edit Metadata for AI Overhaul.esp to [Load After] Cutting Room Floor.esp.
- Use LOOT to sort your Load Order.

End of Section I

SkyRem Guide Pages

Home Page
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Section IV
Final Steps
Changelog

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