a HARDCORE start - bandit Theanna
⚪ Last updated 2012⚠️ Install Order · 3 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
- 👍 4.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #13 of 18 Save Games mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
\"Not all those who wander are lost.\" - J. R. R. Tolkien UPDATES! v. 02 I\'ve uploaded a new save game with bounty on your head in 3 surrounding provinces: Whiterun, The Reach and Falkreath Hold. The reason is for immersion sake; they know from where you come from, but other provinces don\'t! If you don\'t want to start a new game and would like this change, open console and type the following commands: player.setcrimegold 1200 0002816c player.setcrimegold 1200 00028170 player.setcrimegold 1200 000267ea DESCRIPTION You start from the very bottom and have to climb up, this time as an outlaw! In others eyes, you are nothing more then a sewer rat, a bandit of society and be sure that many will attack you on sight! The main quest is disabled. Your map is completely empty. You know nothing about the Helgen dragon incident. You know nothing about your dragonborn heritage. KEY POINTS of THIS SAVE GAME: x You are a bandit, and a friend of all bandits of Skyrim x Main quest disabled, no dragons either, all other quest available x You start at the BILEGULCH bandit camp x You\'ve raised a TENT and spread your SLEEPING BAG, and have your personal non-respawning chest (see the gallery) x There are two camp FIREs for cold nights and for hanging around with other bandits x In camp you will find almost anything you need - an anvil, a furnace, grindstone, alchemy table, workbench... but, there is NO merchant (until CK comes out) x Some neutral NPC\'s won\'t attack you - All the guards in 3 provinces (Whiterun, The Reach and Falkreath Hold) will try to take you in or kill you if you disobey x CARRY WEIGHT is now only 120 for Theanna (vanilla 300), that is equal to aprox. 55kg - no more carrying 20 2-handed weapons and heavy armors STORYLINE You are a survivor. Who could\'ve thought that a veteran bandit leader might have some mercy left in him for common people, but the truth is that with that very rare kind deed, the leader of the Bilegulch camp saved your life. Laying in the mud with a bleeding opened wound bellow your left eye and a blunt trauma to your head, he found you laying surrounded by two bodies of dead imperial soldier, obviously killed by the sword that was still strongly held in your pale hand. He would usually simply walk away and leave you to die, but not this time. He couldn\'t. The hatred he had within him towards the imperial scum, as he would say, overwhelmed him
A hardcore alternative start mod for Skyrim that places you as an outlaw named Theanna, offering an immersive and challenging beginning. With 645 endorsements and over 15,000 downloads, it's a well-received save game mod for players seeking a different opening experience.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 645 endorsements and over 15,000 downloads.
- Offers a unique roleplay opportunity for players tired of the vanilla intro.
- Immersive and hardcore start that adds challenge for experienced players.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2012 — may be incompatible with current Skyrim versions or DLCs.
- As a save game mod, it may conflict with other mods that alter the starting sequence.
For Skyrim players who want a fresh, challenging start without the main quest intro. Perfect for roleplayers who enjoy playing as an outlaw. Skip if you prefer a more guided or casual beginning.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to back up your existing save files before installing this mod, as it replaces your current save.
- Check if the mod requires a specific Skyrim version (e.g., before Dawnguard) to avoid compatibility issues.
- If you use other mods that alter the starting area or quests, test for conflicts early.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- Mshai
- Version
- v.02
- Downloads
- 15,748
- Endorsements
- 645
- Category
- Save Games
- Created
- 1/24/2012
- Updated
- 1/24/2012
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