Become High King of Skyrim
⚪ Last updated 2013⚠️ 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
- 👍 4.8% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #14 of 121 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This mod is no longer supported! I've moved on to android development. If you guys have the time, please check out my app here: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.marchonestudios.popmath
Requires no DLC's but the latest update! PLEASE UPDATE to the latest file AND keep a save file before you used this mod. Use a clean save when updating! To clean a save, disable my mod, run Skyrim. Go into your save game, then save. Exit skyrim. Install new update.
Latest Change Log: v5e - Added back the Jarl promotes, you can promote anyone to a Jarl of any of the major cities - You can ask your Lord Administrator to send word to the Jarls to hold a meeting in Highreach - You can now ask your Spouse to live in Highreach (this refreshes their packages) in case you accidentally asked them to live in the default houses - Tavern and Barracks slightly changed - Added guards and a bard to the Castle - Removed some native citizens to decrease clutter - Fixed the (Mark for Death), it will now appear again, just mark someone to make it go away (you can clear that with your Master Assassin anyway) - "Set AAKingExtra to 0" will also turn off (Mark for Death), you can also ask your High Scholar to turn off extra dialogues - balanced pre-tempered items sold by the Master Blacksmith and added by this mod
Previous Change Log: v5d - removes the "go to sovngarde when you die" feature - remade Highreach Castle, it is now more practical and useful to the player - remade Highreach Armory, it is now much better at storing items and displaying them - Soulforge now costs 600 gold to use - Highreach guards attire changed to something less lore-breaking - Fixed the pathing for the Rangers, they will now properly travel around Skyrim. Go ahead, try following them. - Added a new promote, Royal Spouse, comes with new features - Your Lord Administrator now has a dialogue option to send the Rangers or your spouse back to Highreach - Type "set aakingextra to 0" to disable the "Are you essential?" dialogue option - Added a new spell, Teleport to Royal Spouse Previous Change Log: v5c - Completely reworked the promotion scripts. Now works much better and fills in empty slots properly - You can now demote anyone out of any position. They will return to their normal lives. - You can now promote 30 Citizens instead of 20 - You can now ask Nobles and Council members to wear noble outfits - Added a new spell: Summon Merchant's Bin - summons a bin for you to sell items. You will only get your payment upon returning to Highreach. Usefu
Become High King of Skyrim is a gameplay mod that lets the Dragonborn claim the throne, adding a quest and ruler-themed features. With over 31,000 endorsements and 648,000 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking a power fantasy. Last updated in 2013, it may lack modern compatibility.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community favorite with 31k endorsements and 648k downloads
- Fills a fantasy niche—actually becoming High King, not just a title
- Adds ruler-themed gameplay, not just a cosmetic crown
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2013—likely outdated for current Skyrim versions
- No clear install instructions or dependencies listed, might need troubleshooting
For Skyrim players who want to crown their Dragonborn and enjoy a power fantasy beyond the main quest. Perfect for those who love role-playing as a ruler and want new gameplay to match. Skip if you prefer lore-friendly or minimalistic mods—this one is all about being king.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check the mod's forum posts for compatibility patches with other popular mods like USLEEP.
- Since it's from 2013, test it on a clean save to avoid conflicts with newer mods.
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2 to easily enable/disable if issues arise.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- Solarhamster
- Version
- v5e
- Downloads
- 648,532
- Endorsements
- 31,379
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 8/27/2013
- Updated
- 10/24/2013
🔗 Required By 4 Mods
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