Skillfinder
⚪ Last updated 2008⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
🔍 Analysis
- 🏆 #77 of 276 Gameplay Effects and Changes mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
find trainers and skill books by selecting one of four quests and following the quest targets.start the quests by visiting The First Edition,and reading the books there. Four different versions (which can be used together)-find trainers and books nearby/further away/trainers only/books only.
Skillfinder is a small gameplay utility that adds compass markers for trainers and skill books in the game. It is a lightweight mod with 11 endorsements and 264 downloads, last updated in 2008. Suitable for players who want to easily locate skill-related NPCs and items.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Tiny mod that does exactly what it says—no bloat.
- Saves time hunting down trainers and skill books.
- Works with the vanilla compass, so it's low-risk.
⚠️ Cons
- Old mod (last updated 2008) might have compatibility issues with newer patches or mods.
- Only 11 endorsements—community hasn't widely tested it.
- Limited features; no config options or extra QoL tweaks.
This is for completionists who want to max out every skill without scouring the wiki. Also for players who hate missing skill books and want a nudge in the right direction. If you're a veteran who knows all the locations by heart, you won't need it.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check if your game version is compatible with mods from 2008, as older mods may need manual tweaks.
- If you're using a mod manager, install it like any other ESP and load it after the official patches.
- Use the compass markers to plan efficient routes for collecting skill books early in the game.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Oblivion Mods
- Author
- gfowler
- Version
- 1
- Downloads
- 264
- Endorsements
- 11
- Category
- Gameplay Effects and Changes
- Created
- 5/5/2008
- Updated
- 5/5/2008
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