Scripted alchemy vendors restock re-balance

⭐ — (54 endorsements) 📥 851 downloads 📌 v1.1 📅 10/20/2018
⚪ Last updated 2018

By RandomPal · Gameplay

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 10/21/2018 📅 Created: 10/20/2018
⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
1🛠️ MWSE — Morrowind Script Extender Download ↗
2🔧 MCP — Morrowind Code Patch Download ↗

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 6.3% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #7 of 411 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

With this mod, alchemy vendors no longer get an instant and infinite restock of ingredients.

There are already mods that do something similar, but they just eliminate the restock mechanic, which breaks both immersion and fun. In this case, everything is done through scripts, so the vendors will restock after a few days, generally 5 but in some cases less.

What's the point of this? Vanilla restock mechanics can be easily exploited to buy 100+ of the same 2-4 ingredients and make a huge number of potions, unbalancing the game in many ways:

- alchemy levels up too fast

- you can make money too easily

- you have an infinite amount of potions

In addition to this, this mod also adds randomized ingredients with daily re-spawn to alchemy vendors. These ingredients change every day and are different for every vendor.

This was done for three reasons:

1. to balance the lack of immediate restock

2. to provide a sense of flow to the economy

3. because it makes every visit to an alchemist more interesting

Credits go to Stuporstar for the idea and for writing the base scripts.

ST_Alchemy by Stuporstar required! It's a vanilla friendly mod that adds many ingredients without breaking immersion: new ingredients you might find include moss, twilight feather, linch dust, orgim flesh, hunger tongue, wolf meat, bear fat ecc. (stuff that could have been part of the base game basically).

NB: the version of ST_alchemy does't matter, you can use 1. 4 or 1. 5.

If there's an interest for a version that doesn't require ST_Alchemy I might consider making it, but I really encourage you to use it.

To further improve and balance alchemy, I suggest these mods:

Poison crafting (don't be fooled by the title, the mods does much more than making you able to craft poisons, it's also an improved version of AtHomeAlchemy and has optional balancing features)

Alchemy filter

Controlled consumption

Pearls Enhanced

Economy Adjuster (RV Edit)

Know conflicts

This mod works by adding a scripted container for every vendor and it should be compatible with everything as it doesn't change objects or npcs in any way.

Do what you like, no need to credit me, but since the original script is by Stuporstar, mentioning her would be nice.

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Scripted alchemy vendors restock re-balance is a small gameplay mod by RandomPal that removes the immediate and unlimited restock of alchemy ingredients, while still allowing vendors to restock over time via scripts. With 54 endorsements and 851 downloads, it's a niche tweak for players seeking a more balanced alchemy economy. Last updated in 2018, it may be outdated for current game versions.

✨ Key Features

Removes immediate and unlimited restock of alchemy ingredients
Vendors still restock via scripted mechanics
Aims to re-balance the alchemy ingredient economy

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Tackles a real balance issue—no more infinite ingredient exploits
  • Scripted restock keeps vendors functional, so you're not left dry forever
  • Tiny mod, easy to understand and likely lightweight on performance

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2018—might not work with the latest game patches
  • Only 54 endorsements, so it's a niche mod with limited community testing
🎯 Is This For You?
For players who find the default alchemy ingredient restock too generous and want a more challenging economy. If you're a purist who likes tweaking game balance, this is a simple addition. Skip if you prefer convenience or want a more comprehensive overhaul.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Check if the mod requires a script extender or specific game version before installing, since it's from 2018.
  • If you're using a mod manager, install it manually by dropping files into the Data folder to avoid conflicts.
  • Test in a new game or after a vendor restock to see the effect immediately.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Morrowind Mods
Author
RandomPal
Version
1.1
Downloads
851
Endorsements
54
Category
Gameplay
Created
10/20/2018
Updated
10/21/2018

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