Dawnguard Horses

⭐ ⭐ (257 endorsements) 📥 3,926 downloads 📌 v1.8 📅 4/2/2013
⚪ Last updated 2014

By Hobbs · Creatures

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 8/28/2014 📅 Created: 4/2/2013
⚠️ Install Order · 3 steps
1🛠️ SKSE — Skyrim Script Extender Download ↗
2🔧 USLEEP — Unofficial Skyrim Legendary Edition Patch Download ↗
3🖥️ SkyUI — SkyUI (MCM framework) Download ↗

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

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 6.5% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #80 of 107 Creatures mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Adds two new horses to the Dawnguard DLC questline. Horses are enabled after you initially speak with Harkon and have chosen a side (Vampire or Dawnguard).

Shadow - Vampire Questline 'Shadow' is located at the Volkihar castle docks and is set to the players faction. Shadow is fast, agile, and comes with a custom cloak that envelops your enemies in a cloud of bats, draining their life force as the seconds tick away. The cloak is activated when in combat and your enemy is in a close radius to your steed.

Phoenix - Dawnguard Questline 'Phoenix' is located at the Fort Dawnguard camp area and is set to the players faction. Phoenix is fast, agile, and has increased stamina. This horse is equipped with a 'Holy Aura' which surrounds itself in a shroud of fiery light and does sun damage to any enemy that dares to approach. Damage is increased if the target is undead.

All cloaks are activated in combat and deactivate when not. Compatible with Convenient Horses mod. * You can now turn on/off the combat cloaks by bringing up the console and tying 'set horsecombatcloak to 0'

SEE THE EFFECTS IN ACTION!

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Info:

1. In addition to the horses, two spell books can be found in their general vicinity. These books allow you to summon/un-summon your horse using a custom conjuration spell.

2. Both books will be enabled after you have chosen a side, in case you would prefer to use a different steed. Simply find the book and summon the horse.

Summon Shadow Spell Book - Located at Volkihar docks. Summon Phoenix Spell Book - Located at Fort Dawnguard camp.

I highly recommend using the ORNANTE SADDLES MOD to improve the look of both horses.

Updates: 1. 8

- Fixed missing horse mane fore-locks.

- Created new sound effects for summon spells.

- Created new summon spell effect for White Horse.

1. 7

- Created new summon scripts and effects to fix issue with previous version. No more double summon portal.

1. 6

- For some reason the summon effects stopped working, so I added a generic effect for both horses until I can fix the issue.

- Changed location of the White Horse quest book. Spawns on stump near campfire now.

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Dawnguard Horses adds two new horses to the Dawnguard DLC questline, each equipped with custom magical cloaks and a summon/un-summon spell. This is a small, niche mod for Skyrim players who want a bit of extra flair for their Dawnguard playthroughs. With 257 endorsements and last updated in 2014, it's a stable but older addition.

✨ Key Features

Adds two new horses to the Dawnguard DLC questline.
Horses are equipped with custom magical cloaks.
Includes a summon/un-summon spell for the horses.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community-approved with 257 endorsements and nearly 4k downloads.
  • Adds a unique magical touch to Dawnguard horses with custom cloaks.
  • Convenient summon/un-summon spell means you never lose your horse.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2014 — may have compatibility issues with newer Skyrim versions or mods.
  • Only adds two horses, so it's a very small content addition.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who love the Dawnguard DLC and want a bit of extra flavor for their horses. If you're a completionist looking for unique mounts, this is a neat little addition. Skip if you want major gameplay changes or new quests — this is purely cosmetic and convenience.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure you have the Dawnguard DLC installed, as this mod requires it.
  • If you're using a mod manager, you can preview the horses in-game before committing to them.
  • Since the mod is old, consider using a compatibility patch if you run other horse mods.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim LE Mods
Author
Hobbs
Version
1.8
Downloads
3,926
Endorsements
257
Category
Creatures
Created
4/2/2013
Updated
8/28/2014

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