Skeleton Key Ability Only
⚪ Last updated 2022⚠️ 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
- 👍 1.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #255 of 337 Gameplay Effects and Changes mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
A small balance tweak that makes the Skeleton Key only provide a bonus to Security when carried, and not act as an unbreakable lockpick.
A small balance tweak for Skyrim that changes the Skeleton Key to only grant a Security bonus when carried, removing its unbreakable lockpick function. For players who want a more challenging thief playthrough without the infinite lockpick crutch.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Tight balance tweak that forces you to actually earn your lockpicking skill
- Small file size and no dependencies—just drop it in and go
- Community-tested with 80 endorsements and over 5,500 downloads
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2022—might be out of sync with the latest Skyrim patches
- Only affects the Skeleton Key—if you wanted broader thief balance changes, this won't cover it
For Skyrim players who find the unbreakable Skeleton Key too overpowered and want a more grounded thief experience. Skip if you're fine with the vanilla key or want a full overhaul of lockpicking mechanics.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to place the mod file in your Data folder or use a mod manager like Vortex to avoid conflicts
- If you're using other mods that alter the Skeleton Key, load this one after them to ensure the change takes effect
- Test the key on a low-level lock to confirm the unbreakable property is gone before relying on it
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Oblivion Mods
- Author
- PushTheWinButton
- Version
- 1.0.0
- Downloads
- 5,563
- Endorsements
- 80
- Category
- Gameplay Effects and Changes
- Created
- 7/14/2022
- Updated
- 7/14/2022
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