Better Followers
⚪ 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
- 👍 1.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #36 of 143 Followers and Companions mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Fixes, inventory changes, "Specialized Followers" included, optional essential, lvlcap 100, more spells and perks for your followers, optional appearance changes. Female Stance for Female Companions, new armor, lore friendly, NMM or Manual,
Better Followers is a comprehensive overhaul for Skyrim's companion system, offering fixes, inventory changes, specialized follower roles, optional essential status, level cap 100, additional spells and perks, appearance changes, female stance for female companions, new armor, and lore-friendly content. With over 5,000 endorsements and 281,000 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking enhanced follower functionality.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust (5,296 endorsements) — this mod is proven
- Massive download count (281,380) shows it's a go-to for follower tweaks
- Packed with options: specialized roles, level cap, spells, perks, and appearance changes
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2012 — likely outdated for current Skyrim versions, may need patches
- Optional features might require careful configuration to avoid conflicts with other mods
For Skyrim players who want deeper follower customization without heavy scripting. Perfect for those who enjoy role-playing with specialized companions or want to push follower levels beyond vanilla caps. Skip if you prefer minimal mods or use a comprehensive follower overhaul that already covers these features.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Use Nexus Mod Manager for a hassle-free install, as the mod supports NMM.
- If installing manually, ensure you place files in the correct Data folder and activate the .esp in your load order.
- Check the mod's optional files for appearance changes and essential status — read the descriptions before enabling to avoid surprises.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- Utopolyst
- Version
- 1.4.50
- Downloads
- 281,380
- Endorsements
- 5,296
- Category
- Followers and Companions
- Created
- 2/1/2012
- Updated
- 4/23/2012
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