Dark Face Fix Spell LE
⚪ Last updated 2020⚠️ 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
- 👍 7.5% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #24 of 51 Bug Fixes mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
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Description
This mod adds a spell that fixes the dark face bug, mismatching skin color of face and body on NPC's. It's similar to using the consol command SetNPCWeight 35. Instead though this uses Papyrus Extender's function MixColorWithSkinTone at 0% forcing the NPC to update skin color. The function will automatically run on NPC's after going through load doors, if they are 3D Loaded. You can add up to 128 NPC's to the auto run list. To use, just cast the Dark Face Fix lesser power on an NPC. Cast again on an NPC to remove them from the list.
This mod does NOT fix face geom data, only skin color. It's intended to be used as an alternative to the SetNPCWeight consol command.
Note, I've only tested this on Recorder who is the Nord Race, I'm not sure how well this will work for other races.
Compatibility
Should be Compatible with everything.
Requirements
Papyrus Extender
Installation
Extract to your data folder, and check in your load order.
Adds a spell that fixes the dark face bug on NPCs in Skyrim. A simple utility for players tired of mismatched head and body textures. With 310 endorsements and 4,130 downloads, it's a niche but proven fix.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Directly solves the annoying dark face bug without console commands.
- Community-tested with 310 endorsements and 4,130 downloads.
- Lightweight and easy to use—just cast the spell.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2020—may not be compatible with the latest Skyrim version or mod setups.
- Requires you to manually cast the spell on each affected NPC, which can be tedious if many are bugged.
- No detailed instructions or troubleshooting provided by the author.
For Skyrim players who frequently encounter the dark face bug and want a quick in-game fix. Skip if you rarely see the issue or prefer automated fixes like mods that overhaul NPC appearances.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Cast the spell on an NPC to fix their face—make sure you're close enough to target them.
- If the dark face persists, try reloading the area or checking your load order for conflicting mods.
- This spell works on any NPC, but it's most useful for named characters with unique appearances.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- Dylbill
- Version
- 1.01
- Downloads
- 4,130
- Endorsements
- 310
- Category
- Bug Fixes
- Created
- 3/18/2020
- Updated
- 3/18/2020
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