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The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim[edit | edit source]
Why This Guide Exists[edit | edit source]
While I have never actually finished vanilla Skyrim (I know, I know), I have played long enough to recognize what I think are shortcomings in the vanilla game. A credit to Bethesda, the Creation engine is capable of supporting improved graphics assets and new functionality through modding.
Goals[edit | edit source]
- Produce a stable, playable game with no CTDs, an acceptable (30+) frame-rate, and stay within VRAM (<2GB) limits.
- Overhaul existing vanilla systems for balance, make multiple character builds viable, and encourage repeat play-through.
- Add new systems and game-play elements that add further depth and challenge to the vanilla game.
- Overhaul existing vanilla locations with additional elements for added realism and depth.
- Add new buildings, ruins and other elements around Skyrim to encourage exploration and discovery.
- Overhaul existing vanilla NPCs so they are more intelligent, capable, and more lively.
- Add new NPCs to interact with, and new interactions to give Skyrim a more lived-in feel.
- Track game progress through user interface, achievements, and in-game locations.
- Minimize or eliminate fast-travel with new transit methods.
- Modify the user interface for more immersive game-play.
- Design, build, and decorate player homes anywhere.
- New professions and money making opportunities.
- New followers and companions.
What I to avoid: (At least for now.)[edit | edit source]
- Adding completely new lands. Falskaar and Elsweyr will have to wait, shame I missed out on Wyrmstooth.
- Add completely new DLC-like quests; small quests added by a non-quest mods are fine.
Methodology[edit | edit source]
- Install STEP (Core Standard v2.2.9.2r3)
- Run some benchmarks
- Backup, always make a backup
- Vanilla System Overhauls
Install STEP Core[edit | edit source]
Install STEP (Core Standard v2.2.9.2r3)
Vanilla System Overhauls[edit | edit source]
| Mod Name | Author | Version | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ordinator - Perks of Skyrim | Enai Siaion | v7.31 | Merge in the Ordinator - Dragonborn Respec optional |
| Custom Uncapper for Ordinator | Shruikan | v4.04 | Install the v4.04 main file, use simple option |
| Wiseman303's Flora Fixes | wiseman303 | v2.01 | Merge in the WM Flora Fixes SMIM Patch optional |
| Complete Alchemy and Cooking Overhaul | kryptopyr | v1.2 | Guide |
| CACO-Ordinatored | Servant of Sin | v1.42 | Install CACO-Ordinatored - Merged optional |
| Complete Crafting Overhaul Remade | kryptopyr | v1.7 | Guide |
| Worlds Dawn - Enchanted Loot and RPG Attributes | 3jiou | v1.12 | Install the main file |
| Wintermyst - Enchantments of Skyrim | 3jiou | v4.06 | Install the main file |
