Less Smithing Stones for Normal Weapons

⭐ — (34 endorsements) 📥 1,375 downloads 📌 v1.0 📅 9/5/2025
🟠 Updated over a year ago

By Loreciao · Gameplay

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 9/5/2025 📅 Created: 9/5/2025
⚠️ Install Order · 1 step
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🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 2.5% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #567 of 644 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Less Smithing Stones for Normal Weapons

Reduces the number of Smithing Stones needed to upgrade normal weapons.

Vanilla:
  • []Smithing Stones required: 2>4>6

This mod:

  • []Smithing Stones required: 1>2>3

    Install it by using ModEngine2 and dropping it into the "mod" folder.

    You can also merge it to your other regulation.bin mods by using Smithbox (see the optional files).

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

A compact gameplay tweak that cuts the Smithing Stone requirements for upgrading normal weapons in Elden Ring. With 34 endorsements and 1,375 downloads, it's a niche QoL mod for players tired of farming stones. Last updated September 2025.

✨ Key Features

Reduces the number of Smithing Stones needed to upgrade normal weapons.
Targets normal weapons only, leaving special weapons untouched.
Simple gameplay tweak with no additional features listed.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Saves you from tedious stone farming—more time actually playing.
  • Tiny mod, low risk of conflicts (34 endorsements, 1,375 downloads).
  • Updated recently (September 2025), so likely works with current game version.

⚠️ Cons

  • No details on how much it reduces—could be too little or too much for your taste.
  • Only affects normal weapons; special weapons still need the original grind.
  • Small user base (34 endorsements) means less community testing and feedback.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Elden Ring players who find the Smithing Stone grind tedious and want a quicker path to maxing out their favorite normal weapons. Skip if you enjoy the farming loop or if you mostly use special weapons.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure to back up your save before installing, just in case.
  • Check if the mod requires a mod loader like Mod Engine 2—if so, follow its setup guide.
  • If you're on PC, verify the mod is compatible with your game version after updates.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Elden Ring Mods
Author
Loreciao
Version
1.0
Downloads
1,375
Endorsements
34
Category
Gameplay
Created
9/5/2025
Updated
9/5/2025

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