Convenient Horses
⚪ 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
- 👍 3.8% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #1 of 63 Creatures mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
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Features
- [] Horses for followers (UFO, AFT and EFF compatible, up to 15 followers' horses, scripted AI, advanced features). [] Mounted combat for followers! [] Horse equipment (new saddles and horse armor for both player and followers). [] Mounted combat horse charge with customizable physics. [] Mounted combat auto loot. [] Instant horse call with auto mounting. [] Horse whistle. [] Mounted conversations and corpse looting. [] Mounted herb harvesting. [] Fast dismounting with automatic combat weapon draw. [] Shared horse inventory with easy access. [] Switchable faction relations (friendly or neutral). [] Smart horse follow. [] Horse combat AI behavior selection (cowardly or foolhardy). [] Selective horse invulnerability and health/stamina/speed bonuses. [] Easy configuration via menu buttons and easy key customization. [] Multi Tap or Bound Key control modes (Bound Key requires SKSE).
Getting Started
Installation:- [] Make sure that you properly remove any previous versions of this mod by stopping the quest via console and making a clean save (see troubleshooting). [] Update Skyrim to minimum version 1. 9. 32. 0. [] Install SKSE 1. 6. 15+ if you want to use advanced features and key bindings. If you need help with installing and running SKSE see this video. SKSE is not required for this mod to work. [] You can now download, install and use Convenient Horses.
Uninstallation (for making a clean save when upgrading see troubleshooting section below):
- [] Open console and type (StopQuest CH) to release all running scripts. Make sure you DO NOT do this while factions are being updated or any other mod actions are in the process. [] Save the game to a new slot. All previous saves made with the mod active are considered to be dirty saves and are not safe to be used with any newer versions of this mod released in the future. [] Uninstall the mod.
Configuration: Before you begin using the mod take a few moments to go through the configuration process. You can access configuration menu in-game by using the "Con
Convenient Horses is a comprehensive horse overhaul mod for Skyrim, adding scripted follower AI behavior, mounted combat for followers, horse armor, mounted combat horse charge, dynamic faction relations, cinematic horse call, horse whistle, and mounted conversations. With over 155,000 endorsements and 4.1 million downloads, it's a highly popular choice for players seeking enhanced horse mechanics and follower integration.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust with 155k endorsements and 4.1M downloads — this is a must-have for horse lovers.
- Adds a ton of depth to mounted gameplay: follower AI, combat, armor, and more.
- The cinematic horse call and whistle are slick touches that make you feel like a true rider.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2013 — likely outdated for current Skyrim versions, may need patches or compatibility mods.
- The description cuts off mid-sentence, leaving some features unexplained — you'll have to discover them in-game.
For Skyrim players who want a more immersive and functional horse system, especially those who enjoy having followers ride and fight alongside them. If you're tired of horses being just a fast travel option, this mod adds depth and utility. Skip if you're on the latest Skyrim version and want a mod that's actively maintained.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since the mod is from 2013, check if you need compatibility patches for your Skyrim version (Special Edition or Anniversary Edition).
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to handle the installation and load order.
- Test the follower horse behavior in a safe area first to see how it works with your current follower mods.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- Alek
- Version
- 5.0
- Downloads
- 4,090,419
- Endorsements
- 155,133
- Category
- Creatures
- Created
- 4/11/2012
- Updated
- 12/17/2013
🔗 Required By 16 Mods
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