Diligent Defenders
⚪ Last updated 2021⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 4.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #169 of 372 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Diligent Defenders
MWSE-Lua mod by NullCascade
Part of the May Modathon Month
This module makes it so that when the player or the player's companions are attacked, any companions will launch into action in defense.
Requirements & Installation:
This mod uses the alpha and thus experimental and not necessarily stable 2. 1-branch of MWSE, currently in development. By using this mod, you're basically asking to be a tester! If you encounter any issues please post a report, ideally on the MWSE bug tracker. You can download the latest nightly build from the link below.
This mod requires Morrowind Graphic Extender (MGE-XE) version 0. 10. 0. Older versions will not work with MWSE 2. 0+! Additionally, it will require the latest nightly build of MWSE 2. 1.
To install the mod, extract the archive into your Morrowind installation folder. There is no ESP to activate.
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[]Combat begins with you or any of your companions, your companions will start combat with the creature starting combat.
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]Has a configurable blacklist if any companions needs to be ignored from this. - This works without attaching a script to any companion, and will be compatible with any mod as well as summons.
Diligent Defenders is a gameplay mod by NullCascade that makes companions automatically defend the player or other companions when they are attacked. With 513 endorsements and over 12,000 downloads, it's a well-received quality-of-life improvement for players who want more reactive party AI.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 513 endorsements and 12,404 downloads.
- Adds a layer of realism and responsiveness to companion AI.
- Lightweight mod that doesn't overhaul the game, just improves a core mechanic.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2021 — may be outdated for current game versions.
- No mention of compatibility with other companion AI mods, so conflicts are possible.
For players who are tired of companions standing idle while you get pummeled. If you want your party to feel more alive and protective, this mod is for you. Skip if you're looking for major gameplay overhauls — this is a subtle AI tweak.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check if the mod requires a script extender or other dependencies for your game version.
- If you use other companion AI mods, test for conflicts early to avoid weird behavior.
- Since the mod is from 2021, verify it works with your current game patch before relying on it.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Morrowind Mods
- Author
- NullCascade
- Version
- 1.2.0
- Downloads
- 12,404
- Endorsements
- 513
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 5/29/2018
- Updated
- 7/6/2021
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