Elder Souls - The Collection
⚪ Last updated 2021⚠️ 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
- 👍 2.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #40 of 74 Animation mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
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Add the following to your skyrim.ini:
fInitialPowerAttackDelay=0. 15
(Some power attacks may not work properly otherwise)
1) Download and Install Nemesis and SkySA
2) Download this mod, it should load after SkySA
3) Run nemesis, make sure SkySA is ticked, and generate
behavior (update engine if it asks you to)
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tktk1 for animation rig
Distar for SkySA
ShikyoKira for Nemesis
(tidjyhellfest)
and all of my amazing patrons <3
Elder Souls - The Collection is a Skyrim animation overhaul that adds over 120 animations to completely change the combat feel. With 489 endorsements and 17,148 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking a fresh combat experience. Last updated in October 2021, it remains a solid option for those wanting to revitalize Skyrim's melee and movement.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Massive animation pack—over 120 animations means you'll see a huge difference in combat feel.
- Community-approved: 489 endorsements and 17k downloads show it's a trusted mod.
- One-stop collection—no need to hunt for individual animation mods.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2021—may have compatibility issues with the latest Skyrim versions or other animation mods.
- Large animation packs can sometimes conflict with other mods that alter the same animations; you'll need to manage load order carefully.
For Skyrim players who want a complete combat animation overhaul without piecing together multiple mods. Perfect for those who enjoy a fresh feel in melee combat and are willing to tweak load order. Skip if you prefer vanilla animations or want a more curated, lore-friendly set.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to install and manage this mod—it'll make load order easier.
- Check for compatibility patches if you use other animation mods like FNIS or Nemesis; you may need to run their generators after installing.
- Test in a new save or in a safe area to see the animations before committing to a long playthrough.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- miken1ke
- Version
- v0.4.1
- Downloads
- 17,148
- Endorsements
- 489
- Category
- Animation
- Created
- 8/1/2021
- Updated
- 10/28/2021
🔧 How to Install Skyrim LE Mods
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