Dragon Shouts Overhaul
⚪ Last updated 2013⚠️ Install Order · 3 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 5.3% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #6 of 18 Magic - Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Edit: (23/6/2016)- I will be updating this mod through the updated CK when the remastered version is released in October. I will probably be making a couple of balancing changes, because, why not. However, this means every file currently listed will be pushed to old files, and the new file along with any new changes, will require all the DLC. Sorry. Support the game. It's too much work for me to separately update what is now... what like 6 different files? I will fix Unrelenting Force for good... hopefully, and balance some of the ranges a bit more. I will also upload it to Bethesda's site for console use. Thanks, and see you all in October :).
Shouts are lore-wise supposed to be very powerful and a devastating form of magic. By the time you hit level 30, shouts become worthless. This mod changes that. It balances shouts and even adds some very cool unique effects on the third word. For instance Ice Form will freeze the target forever on the third word, and Soul Tear will create a permanent thrall (until it dies). Frost Breath is no longer a frost version of Fire Breath. They are now two different shouts to be used by different types of players. It's things like this that I think make this mod unique from others.
This mod will completely change the usefulness of shouts in Skyrim. Shout recharge times have all been redone based on their effectiveness and power. Shouts like Clear Skies, Animal Allegiance, and Kyne's Peace have had their charge times reduced significantly, while Clear Skies has had its charge time completely removed. Shouts like Fire Breath have had their charge times reduced also, but it will be less noticeable in game.
- For some reason I missed two of the shouts for the cheat versions. Fixed.
- Added a Cheat Version for all files. See below.
- The first and second words of Unrelenting Force have had their damage reduced. Not by much though and it shouldn't be that noticeable. If anything it lowers the difficulty as Draugr use the first and second words.
- Some shouts that I overlooked have been modified to be more useful.
- Draugr can no longer use Frost Breath because I found it to be annoying. Sick of getting frozen.
- Draugr's Unrelenting Force fixed. They can no longer fling enemies like the player's shout.
- Dragon Aspect sadly now has a 300 second charge time. Too overpowered with stacking effects.
- Cyclone is now a tornado. Use third word for epic fun. Dragonborn file v2. 0
- Unrelenting force finally fixed for good. Skyrim file v2. 2
- Added a combined version. Read the description! v2. 0
- Fixed the third word of Bend Will. Dragonborn file v1. 2
- Fixed a glitch in which the main quest would not progress. Skyrim file v2. 0
- Buffed Unrelenting Force and added some more bug fixes. Skyrim file v1. 2
- Fixed problems with the shout Dragon
A complete overhaul to the effectiveness, usefulness, and overall viability of the shouts in Skyrim. This mod is for players who want a more balanced and impactful shout system, with over 2,000 endorsements and 38,000 downloads. It was last updated in 2013, so compatibility with current Skyrim versions may be a concern.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 2,051 endorsements and 38,524 downloads.
- Addresses a common complaint: shouts feeling underwhelming.
- Simple concept: makes shouts actually worth using.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2013 — may be incompatible with current Skyrim versions and DLC.
- No specific details on what changes are made to each shout.
For Skyrim players who love the shout mechanic but feel it's underpowered. If you're tired of Fus Ro Dah being your only useful shout, this mod aims to fix that. Skip if you're happy with vanilla shouts or want a more comprehensive gameplay overhaul.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since the mod is from 2013, check if it's compatible with your Skyrim version (especially if you have Special Edition or Anniversary Edition).
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to easily enable/disable the mod and avoid conflicts.
- If you're using other shout-related mods, load this one after them to ensure its changes take priority.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- Dave1029
- Version
- 3.2
- Downloads
- 38,524
- Endorsements
- 2,051
- Category
- Magic - Gameplay
- Created
- 2/15/2013
- Updated
- 6/3/2013
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