Animated Armoury - New Weapons with animations

⭐ ⭐⭐ (3,799 endorsements) 📥 203,545 downloads 📌 v2.39 📅 2/19/2018
⚪ Last updated 2020

By NickNak · Animation

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 5/28/2020 📅 Created: 2/19/2018
⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
1🛠️ SKSE — Skyrim Script Extender Download ↗
2🔧 USLEEP — Unofficial Skyrim Legendary Edition Patch Download ↗
3🖥️ SkyUI — SkyUI (MCM framework) Download ↗
4📦 FNIS Find it →
5📦 Nemesis Find it →

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 1.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #69 of 118 Animation mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod


Quick Links

Check the FAQ if you have some questions about the mod

If you're having issues with the mod check out this article

If you're wanting to do some compatibility patches for your mods or another

check this article

Looking for Source files or Guides on how to create weapons for my mod check out this Mod page

You can find the script less DAR only version here

Update Log

Note if you're having issues with NPCS playing their animations after the updating, turn the mod off and on again in the MCM menu

2. 39) Changed the invisible claw sounds to unarmed sounds

Fixed the Left hand only claw and dual wield claw DAR conditions

Fixed the Sky forge Steel Spear and short spear inventory model in the Heavy Armoury patch

Added in Dar versions of Flinch animations from my flinch mod, must have DAR enabled to see them

2. 381) Rearranged DAR folders so it's compatible with other mods

2. 38) Adding in support for DAR, enable it via the MCM menu, Whips are not supported by DAR so they will still use scripts to set their animations

2. 371) The Right handed Unenchanted dark brotherhood claw can now be tempered

2. 37) Hopefully fixed the SSE BSA file so Models shouldn’t appear as red triangles any more

Added footstep sounds to several first person sprint animations

2. 36) Fixed the issues with Nav Meshes around the Borealis Tower

Fixed the Daedric and Bound Pike models in SSE

Fixed the Halberd animations, I accidentally left in the alt ones

Fixed the Quarterstaff standing power attack animation in first person

2. 36) Added in First person Animations, read more in the compatibility part of this description

Fixed the Borealis's projectiles not appearing if you installed an older version of my mod and recently updated

Removed the ability to shoot whip projectiles when sneaking

2. 34) fixed the description of the bound halberd spell

fixed the borealis aura texture

2. 33) Removed some unused animations from the NAR folder

Removed the text from Silver weapons as it blocks custom enchantment text

Fixed the Cubemap on the Ebony whips for the main files and the DSR/Ecotone and All GUD patches

Uploaded a patch to support BouBoule's Spears Skill and Perks Tree mod

Fixed the Steel Quarter Staff not equipping correctly if the AllGUD patch was installed

Removed the NPC edits from the scripted version and injected Claws into

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Animated Armoury adds new weapons to Skyrim with custom attack animations for both the player and NPCs. Requires FNIS or Nemesis. A popular animation mod with 3,799 endorsements and 203,545 downloads, last updated in May 2020.

✨ Key Features

Adds new weapons to Skyrim with custom attack animations
Animations work for both the player and NPCs
Requires FNIS or Nemesis for animation generation

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Huge community trust (3,799 endorsements, 203k downloads)
  • Adds fresh combat feel with custom animations for new weapons
  • Works for NPCs too, so enemies get the new moves

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2020 — may need patches for newer Skyrim versions
  • Requires FNIS or Nemesis setup, which can be a hassle for beginners
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want new weapons that feel different in combat, not just stat sticks. Perfect for melee-focused builds and those who enjoy animation mods. Skip if you're not willing to set up FNIS or Nemesis.
📦 Install:Medium· 10-15 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Run FNIS or Nemesis after installing to generate the new animations, or the weapons will use vanilla moves.
  • Check the mod's compatibility with other animation overhauls — load order matters to avoid conflicts.
  • If you're on Skyrim Special Edition, make sure you have the SE version of FNIS or Nemesis.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim LE Mods
Author
NickNak
Version
2.39
Downloads
203,545
Endorsements
3,799
Category
Animation
Created
2/19/2018
Updated
5/28/2020

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