Convenient Open Spells
⚪ Last updated 2023⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 1.7% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #2 of 13 Magic - Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Convenient Open Spells
Description:
Despite their utility, digging through the spellbook for an Open spell is a frustrating experience that spoils the gameplay flow.
I often find that it’s faster (or at least simply more engaging) to pick a Very Easy lock than it is to use the spell. For the sake of everyone’s time and sanity, this mod dynamically switches between your currently selected spell, and the best Open spell for any lock you look at—provided you have the appropriate spell in your spellbook.
All done in real-time. No immersion-breaking menus, no dopamine-inhibiting pauses.
How selection works:
The script chooses the cheapest spell that you meet the requirements for that can open the lock. Only spells are selected automatically.
Greater Powers and Scrolls must be selected as usual. Your manual selection will be prioritized by the script.
Looking away or unlocking the lock will switch back to your previously selected spell.
Potential Features:
Option to ignore certain spells, like Fenrick’s Welcome
My Other Mods:
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Immersive Thieves Guild Bribes
This small utility mod for Skyrim automatically selects the cheapest viable Open spell when you look at a locked object, then switches back to your previous spell. It's a quality-of-life improvement for players who frequently use lockpicking magic. With 163 endorsements and 9,628 downloads, it has a modest but active user base.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Streamlines lockpicking with magic—no more manually swapping spells.
- Picks the cheapest spell, saving magicka over time.
- Solid community trust with 163 endorsements and nearly 10k downloads.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in July 2023—may not be compatible with the latest Skyrim updates or mods.
- Only affects Open spells; if you use other unlock methods, this mod won't help.
For Skyrim mages who rely on Open spells to bypass locks and want a smoother experience. If you prefer lockpicking minigame or use mods that alter lock mechanics, this might not be essential. Skip if you want more comprehensive magic overhauls—this is a focused QoL tweak.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you have at least one Open spell in your favorites or spell list for the mod to work.
- If you use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2, install this mod through it to keep your load order clean.
- Test with a low-level lock first to see the spell selection in action.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Oblivion Mods
- Author
- ObieDwyer
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 9,628
- Endorsements
- 163
- Category
- Magic - Gameplay
- Created
- 7/15/2023
- Updated
- 7/15/2023
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