Torch Hotkey Expanded
🟠 Updated over a year ago⚠️ Install Order · 4 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 1.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #299 of 402 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Adds a hotkey to ready a light source. Features include:
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[]Intelligent light selection algorithm. It will take out the light with the highest radius. A list of vanilla game light radii can be seen on the corresponding UESP page. After a light with the biggest radius is chosen, it prioritizes a light that has already started burning (if any are available).
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]Automatic reequipping of the weapon if one was unequipped when taking out the light.[]MCM to configure the keybind used to ready a light.
[]Compatibility with Midnight Oil and MWSE Containers.
Requirements
FAQ
Is this mod compatible with OpenMW?
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[]It's not, but consider Torch Hotkey for OpenMW 0. 49 by CBTBSD.
Can I translate this mod to another language?
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Credits
Thanks to Remiros for creating Torch Hotkey.Thanks to Greatness7 and NullCascade for their help.
Thanks to the users of Torch Hotkey for providing valuable feedback.
Thanks to Brucoms for developing the TES3 Readme Generator from which this readme was made.
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[]It's not, but consider Torch Hotkey for OpenMW 0. 49 by CBTBSD.
Adds a hotkey to ready a light source in Morrowind, with automatic weapon reequipping and an MCM for keybind configuration. Compatible with Midnight Oil and MWSE Containers. Small but practical mod with 13 endorsements and 1,150 downloads, last updated September 2025.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Handy QoL feature for spelunkers and night travelers—no more fumbling through inventory to grab a torch.
- Auto-reequip is a thoughtful touch that keeps combat flow smooth.
- MCM support means you can bind it to whatever key feels natural.
⚠️ Cons
- Tiny niche mod with only 13 endorsements—community hasn't fully vetted it yet.
- Requires MWSE and MCM setup, which might be overkill for a simple hotkey.
- No mention of compatibility with other hotkey mods or UI overhauls—could conflict.
For Morrowind players who frequently switch between weapon and light sources and want a smoother experience. Also for those who use Midnight Oil and want integrated light management. Skip if you prefer minimal mods or don't use MWSE.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you have MWSE installed and up to date—this mod relies on it for MCM and scripting.
- After installing, open the MCM menu in-game to set your preferred hotkey; default might not suit your playstyle.
- If you use Midnight Oil, test the compatibility early to ensure the light source behavior works as expected.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Morrowind Mods
- Author
- C3pa
- Version
- 1.0.1
- Downloads
- 1,150
- Endorsements
- 13
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 9/19/2025
- Updated
- 9/19/2025
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