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Template:TOC right Important: This is my personal configuration based on the currently available STEP with Dawnguard and now Hearthfire. I am taking the time to share in case anyone is interested in reading. It is designed to work with my Personal Mods so you will want to take a peek!

Prerequisites[edit | edit source]

Skyrim v1.7 with fresh ini files
Official Hi-Res DLC
Dawnguard DLC
Hearthfire DLC
SKSE 1.05.11
(Recommended-Advanced Users Only)Optimize Vanilla Textures with DDSOpt v0.8.0Pre4. (Make sure you do NOT run DDSOpt on the .png files in the books folders and transfer those manually)
(Recommended-Advanced Users Only)Fix and Optimize the Official Hi-Res DLC with DDSOpt v0.8.0Pre4. (Procedure)

Tools Used[edit | edit source]

Mod Organizer v0.11.11 (Guide) - Downloads, Tracks, and Manages Mods.
DDSOpt v0.8.0Pre4 (Settings) - Optimizes textures and extracts BSAs.
TES5Edit v3.0.23 EXPERIMENTAL (Guide) - Cleans dirty edits from mod files.

Selected ENB[edit | edit source]

Project ENB v1.4Final[edit | edit source]

Notes: Use CoT Version.

Mod Installation (In Order)[edit | edit source]

I tend to install in category groups when possible rather than a set order with the following priority:
Base Mods -> Utilities -> World Meshes/Textures -> Effects -> Sound -> UI -> Actor Meshes/Textures -> Animations -> Equipment Meshes/Textures -> Gameplay Changes -> Content
Obviously, these categories are not always exclusive (textures included with meshes, etc). All mods are in LOOSE file format rather than BSA where available.

Base Mods[edit | edit source]

Unofficial Skyrim Patch v1.2.2b[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Unofficial Dawnguard Patch v1.1a[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Unofficial Hearthfire Patch v1.0a[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Project Reality - Climates of Tamriel v2.1[edit | edit source]

Notes: Default options. Install Dawnguard Patch.

Texture Pack Combiner v1.71[edit | edit source]

Notes: This version combines the following mods into one, I use ALL optionals except Soul Gems Differ as I use my own configuration:

(Required) Skyrim HD - 2K Textures by NebuLa
(Required) Serious HD Retexture Skyrim by Z4G4
(Required) Skyrim Realistic Overhaul by Starac
(Optional) AOF Detailed Mountains by AnOldFriend
(Optional) AOF Farmhouses by AnOldFriend
(Optional) Better Dynamic Snow by OpticShooter and Brumbek
(Optional) Better Rocks and Mountains by Four Leaf Clover
(Optional) Detailed Chests by Clintmich
(Optional) Enhanced Distant Terrain by OpticShooter
(Optional) Enhanced Night Skyrim by CptJoker
(Optional) HD Linens by rivybeast
(Optional) HD Misc by Calav3ra
(Optional) HD Ore And Ingots by BioProd
(Optional) HD Sacks Retexture by Mazarin
(Optional) High Quality LODs by Ethatron
(Optional) High Quality Food and Ingredients by Iraito
(Optional) HQ Milky Way Galaxy by Manesse
(Optional) HQ Skyrim Map V2 by Grace Darkling and Paddyy
(Optional) Hybrids HD Plants and Herbs Retexture by Gabriel "Mystikhybrid" Gullbergh
(Optional) Intricate Spider Webs by isoku
(Optional) Lush Grass by OpticShooter
(Optional) Lush Trees by OpticShooter
(Optional) Project Parallax Solitude, Whiterun, Windhelm by Osmodius (HD2K Version)
(Optional) Project Parallax Solitude, Whiterun, Windhelm by Osmodius (SRO Version)
(Optional) Project Parallax Markath by Osmodius
(Optional) Realistic Instruments by InwardScreams
(Optional) Realistic Smoke and Embers by Isoku
(Optional) Re-Defined Dungeons WIP by Gizmo
(Optional) Ruins Clutter Improvement HD by Raiserfx
(Optional) Septim HD by Crypton
(Optional) Skyrim Redesigned WIP by Dracomies
(Optional) Skyrim Sunglare V4 by Laast
(Optional) Static Mesh Improvement Mod (SMIM) by Brumbek
(Optional) Tobes Highres Textures by Mr Bravo aka Tobe
(Optional) TreesHD Skyrim Variation by Namotep
(Optional) Whiterun Trellis Redesigned and HQ by Toby S
(Optional) Visible Windows by Isoku
(Optional) Skyrim Flora Overhaul by Vurt
(Optional) Bellyaches Animal and Creature Pack by Bellyache
(Optional) Designs of the Nords by KEBW1144
(Optional) Radiant and Unique Potions and Poisons HD (with booze) by XRC
(Optional) Silly Level of Detail - Potions and Poisons by Narmix
(Optional) Snow and Rocks Textures HD (caves only) by Darevix
(Optional) Super Realistic Ore Textures by Kman420
(Optional) Ash Pile Retex by Valstein0

I also recommend to DDSOpt the entire package before use. Due to irregularly sized textures, exclude all soulgem textures from processing or you will have transparency issues.

Utilities[edit | edit source]

Nitpick v4.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Fus Ro D'oh v4.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

World Meshes / World Textures[edit | edit source]

Blacksmithforge Water Fix v0.6[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Dragon Glyphs HD v2.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: Use "Dragon Smooth" version. DDSOpt these before use to save VRAM.

Psychosteves Golden Gods Shrines v1.1[edit | edit source]

Notes: Use "Default" install options.

Thats Ice v1.20[edit | edit source]

Notes: Use "Default" install options.

WATER - Water And Terrain Enhancement Redux v1.5d[edit | edit source]

Notes: Use "Reduced Splash" optional.

Quality Snowflakes v2.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: Use "Alternative" version.

Better Bones v1.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Better Shadowmarks v0.5[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

HD Cinematic Fire v1.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Skyrim Distant Detail v1.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: Use "Hearthfire Edition".

Finer Dust v1.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

HD Baskets Retex v1.1[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Improved Torches Textures v2.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

HiRes Legible Road Signs v3.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: Use "Worn" version.

New Thinner Torch v1.1[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Not Really HD Display Case v0.9a[edit | edit source]

Notes: Use "Smudged Glass" version.

Not Really HD Keys v0.9a[edit | edit source]

Notes: Use "with Normal Maps" version.

Pilgrims Delight - High Hrothgar Shrine Retextures v1.1[edit | edit source]

Notes: Use "Zul Do Dov" version.

Pond Fish Retexture v1.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Real Effect Candle v1.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: Use "Real" version.

Realistic Paper v0.21a[edit | edit source]

Notes: Use "Dark" version.

Sweet Mother - the Night Mother Improvement v2.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Vibrant Auroras v1.1[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

High Quality 3D Map v2.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: Install both "Meshes" and "Normals".

A Quality World Map v8.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: Use "High Res All Roads" install option.

Lockpicking Interface Retex v1.2[edit | edit source]

Notes: Use "No Wings" version.

Effects[edit | edit source]

Animated Weapon Enchants v1.14[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Enchantment Effect Replacer v1.1[edit | edit source]

Notes: Use "Combined" version.

Burn Freeze Shock Effects v3.3[edit | edit source]

Notes: Use "Dawnguard" version.

Deadly Spell Impacts v1.6.1[edit | edit source]

Notes: Use "Default" install option.

Enhanced Blood Textures v2.1[edit | edit source]

Notes: Use Dawnguard + Skyrim Monster Mod patch (included in monster mod patch download).

Improved Weapon Impact Effects v1[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Realistic Ragdolls and Force v1.8[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Sounds[edit | edit source]

Activate Fail Noise Removal v1.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Ambient Seagulls v1.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Better Horse Pain Sounds v1.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Better Weapon Swing Sounds v1.1[edit | edit source]

Notes: Do not have to use ESP if extracting to loose files.

FSS - Better Bards v1.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Improved Combat Sounds v2.1[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Roosters At Dawn v1.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Smooth Blade Draw and Sheathe SFX v1.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Sounds of Nature Redux - Water and Fire v1.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Waterbreathing Breathless Emerge v1.1[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

UI[edit | edit source]

BLESSINGS - Altar Descriptions v1.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Better Skill and Quest Book Names v1.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

The Cartographers Map Markers v1.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Categorized Favorites Menu v0.1.16[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Categorized Favorites Menu - Oni Edition v1.4[edit | edit source]

Notes: Use "Small Font" version.

Colored Map Markers Updated v1.5.2[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Dungeon Quest Awareness v1.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Lore Based Loading Screens v1.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Main Font Replacement v2.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: Use "Centaur" version.

No Menu and Loading Smoke v1.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Skill Interface Retexture v4.0.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: Use "Real (More) Stars" for starfield and galaxy. Use constellations option 2. Use perk lines option 4. Use "Enhanced Default" perk stars.

SkyUI v2.2[edit | edit source]

Notes: Use Small Font, Permanent Weight/Value Column, and Celtic Icons.

Smaller Cursor v1.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Main Menu Spinning Skyrim Emblem v1.01[edit | edit source]

Notes: Use "Average" version.

KenMOD - Time on Loading Screen v5[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Dark Brotherhood Forever Moved To Misc v1.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Actor Meshes / Textures[edit | edit source]

Better Beast Races v2.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Xenius Character Enhancement v1.13[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Coverkhajiits (Female) v1.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: Male already part of "Better Males" from personal mods.

More Realistic Hair v1.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

AOF Believable Hair v1.3.2[edit | edit source]

Notes: Install "Sharp" version from the FOMOD installer.

The Eyes of Beauty v7.2[edit | edit source]

Notes: Install NPC, Player, and Dawnguard Vampire Eyes. Do NOT use the Babette.esp file as it is no longer required with my Race Compatibility Fixes.

Better Freckles v1.01[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Eyebrows Match Hair v1.1[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

High Quality Beards v1.1[edit | edit source]

Notes: Use "Light" version.

RANs Eye Reflection Extender v1.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

New Children v2[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Animations[edit | edit source]

Better Turn Animation - Only One Pose v1.1[edit | edit source]

Notes: Make sure to grab the update file!

Bowlegged Jump Animation Fix v1.1[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Running with your Bow Replacer v1.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

NoMaaM Breathing Idles v0.1[edit | edit source]

Notes: Use "Female BBB and Male Breathing Idles" version.

No Spinning Death Animation v1.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: Use the optional dragon death animation as well.

Better Circlets HQ v1.1[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Yuril Rings HQ v1.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: Use "Gold Circle" version.

Elemental Staffs v1.10[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Lockpick Inventory Remodel v1.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Not Really HD Mask of Clavicus Vile v0.9a[edit | edit source]

Notes: Use "Corrected Wrecked" version.

Skyrim Weapon De-LARPification Project v1.0.5[edit | edit source]

Notes: Also get Dawnguard optional.

Gameplay Changes[edit | edit source]

Ars Metallica - Smithing Enhancement v1.1.2[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Auto Unequip Ammo v4.1[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Convenient Horses v4.4[edit | edit source]

Notes: Also use "Unique Frost" optional.

Death Cam Duration Options v1.11[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Drop Lit Torches v2.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Dynamic Fires v03[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Follower Trap Safety v1.1[edit | edit source]

Notes: Do not have to use ESP if extracting to loose files.

Invincible Hawk Fix[edit | edit source]

Notes: Not hosted on the Nexus.

Less Annoying Barbas v1.1.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Move it Damnit for NPC Companions and Followers v1.01[edit | edit source]

Notes: Use "Less Wait Time" version.

No NPC Greetings v1.1[edit | edit source]

Notes: Use "Slightly Reduced Distance" version.

Non-Essential Killable Children v9[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Realistic Crime Radius v1.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Smart Souls v7.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Wearable Lanterns v2.2a[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Wearable Lanterns - Lanterns For Guards v1.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Content Mods[edit | edit source]

AIMP - Antz in my Pantz v2.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Bring Out Your Dead v1.1.2[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Chimneys for Skyrim v1.2[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Clams Drop Pearls v1.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Gildergreen Regrown v1.2.2[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

Lanterns of Skyrim - All in One v1.3[edit | edit source]

Notes: Use CoT preset.

Moon Size Tweaks v3[edit | edit source]

Notes: Use 0.5x Masser/Secunda esps only.

More Salt Please v1.0[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

The Paarthurnax Dilemma v1.2.2[edit | edit source]

Notes: None.

The Next Step[edit | edit source]

Your halfway there, congratulations! Now move on to my Personal Mods collection to finish your installation.

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-{{Notice Small|Update In Progress!}}
 <b>Important: This is my <i>personal</i> configuration based on the currently available STEP with Dawnguard and now Hearthfire. I am taking the time to share in case anyone is interested in reading. It is designed to work with my [http://wiki.step-project.com/User:Neovalen/Personal_Mods Personal Mods] so you will want to take a peek!</b><br /><br />
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 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/17802 Project Reality - Climates of Tamriel] v2.1 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> Default options. Install Dawnguard Patch.
 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/20801 Texture Pack Combiner] v1.71 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> This version combines the following mods into one, I use ALL optionals except Soul Gems Differ as I use my own configuration:
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 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/5594 Thats Ice] v1.20 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> Use "Default" install options.
 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/13268 WATER - Water And Terrain Enhancement Redux] v1.5d ====
 <b>Notes:</b> Use "Reduced Splash" optional.
 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/7405 Quality Snowflakes] v2.0 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> Use "Alternative" version.
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 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/12866 Skyrim Distant Detail] v1.0 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> Use "Hearthfire Edition".
 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/2636 Finer Dust] v1.0 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> None.
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 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/12668 Animated Weapon Enchants] v1.14 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> None.
 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/1345 Enchantment Effect Replacer] v1.1 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> Use "Combined" version.
 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/14692 Burn Freeze Shock Effects] v3.3 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> Use "Dawnguard" version.
 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/2947 Deadly Spell Impacts] v1.6.1 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> Use "Default" install option.
 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/60 Enhanced Blood Textures] v2.1 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> Use Dawnguard + Skyrim Monster Mod patch (included in monster mod patch download).
 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/10445 Improved Weapon Impact Effects] v1 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> None.
 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/601 Realistic Ragdolls and Force] v1.8 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> None.
 === Sounds ===
 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/210 Activate Fail Noise Removal] v1.0 ====
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 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/17903 Better Weapon Swing Sounds] v1.1 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> Do not have to use ESP if extracting to loose files.
 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/6496 FSS - Better Bards] v1.0 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> None.
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 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/10125 Better Skill and Quest Book Names] v1.0 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> None.
 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/15489 The Cartographers Map Markers] v1.0 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> None.
 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/4862 Categorized Favorites Menu] v0.1.16 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> None.
 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/22307 Categorized Favorites Menu - Oni Edition] v1.4 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> Use "Small Font" version.
 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/19023 Colored Map Markers Updated] v1.5.2 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> None.
 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/9720 Dungeon Quest Awareness] v1.0 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> None.
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 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/5941 Coverkhajiits (Female)] v1.0 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> Male already part of "Better Males" from personal mods.
 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/3397 More Realistic Hair] v1.0 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> None.
 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/4307 AOF Believable Hair] v1.3.2 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> Install "Sharp" version from the FOMOD installer.
 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/13722 The Eyes of Beauty] v7.2 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> Install NPC, Player, and Dawnguard Vampire Eyes. Do NOT use the Babette.esp file as it is no longer required with my Race Compatibility Fixes.
 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/4502 Better Freckles] v1.01 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> None.
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 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/7093 NoMaaM Breathing Idles] v0.1 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> Use "Female BBB and Male Breathing Idles" version.
 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/17214 No Spinning Death Animation] v1.0 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> Use the optional dragon death animation as well.
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 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/5711 Closer Quivers and Longer Arrows] v3 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> Install also Dawnguard Arrows and Closer Crossbow Bolts(UNP).
 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/6495 Better Circlets HQ] v1.1 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> None.
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 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/16084 Ars Metallica - Smithing Enhancement] v1.1.2 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> None.
 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/10753 Auto Unequip Ammo] v4.1 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> None.
 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/14950 Convenient Horses] v4.4 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> Also use "Unique Frost" optional.
 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/242 Death Cam Duration Options] v1.11 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> None.
 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/10394 Drop Lit Torches] v2.0 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> None.
 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/17969 Dynamic Fires] v03 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> None.
 ==== [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/11609 Follower Trap Safety] v1.1 ====
 <b>Notes:</b> Do not have to use ESP if extracting to loose files.
 ==== [http://www.curse.com/mods/skyrim/invincible-hawk-fix Invincible Hawk Fix] ====
 <b>Notes:</b> Not hosted on the Nexus.
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 === [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/11135 Better Quest Objectives] ===
 <b>Notes:</b> Too many conflicts and mod is no longer supported by the author.
 === [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/11555 Birds and Flocks] ===
 <b>Notes:</b> To avoid problems with SkyTEST.
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 === [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/3562 More Interactive Items - Grab Movable Statics] ===
 <b>Notes:</b> Newest version has some issues with floating water.
 === [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/8565 More Village Animals] ===
 <b>Notes:</b> UDRs Detected.
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 === [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/4419 Warmer Magic Lights] ===
 <b>Notes:</b> Errors found in TES5Edit.
 === [http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/12937 Yngol Barrow Button Fix] ===
 <b>Notes:</b> UDRs Detected.