Shields Up
⚪ Last updated 2016⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 5.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #50 of 402 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Shields Up! adds a blocking mechanic to Morrowind in the least intrusive and most natural way I know how; by crouching in combat, you raise your shield and increase your chance of blocking a certain amount dependent on your Block skill. If
Shields Up! introduces a crouch-based blocking mechanic to Morrowind, letting players raise their shield in combat to boost block chance based on Block skill. A lightweight gameplay tweak for those wanting more defensive options without overhauling combat.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Simple, natural-feeling addition that uses existing crouch input.
- Scales with your Block skill, rewarding investment in the skill.
- Lightweight and focused—doesn't overhaul the whole combat system.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2016—may have compatibility issues with modern Morrowind setups.
- Only 160 endorsements, so it's a niche mod with a smaller community.
For Morrowind players who want a simple, skill-based blocking option without a full combat overhaul. Skip if you prefer more complex combat mods or don't use blocking often.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Test the blocking mechanic in a low-stakes fight to get a feel for the timing.
- Pair with a mod that improves UI feedback to see your block chance clearly.
- If using a mod manager, ensure it's compatible with your Morrowind setup (e.g., OpenMW or Morrowind Code Patch).
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Morrowind Mods
- Author
- Apoapse
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 3,154
- Endorsements
- 160
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 12/18/2015
- Updated
- 1/23/2016
🔗 Required By 1 Mod
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