Enchantment Balance Overhaul

⭐ ⭐ (804 endorsements) 📥 18,170 downloads 📌 vv1.35 📅 2/29/2012
⚪ Last updated 2012

By Aertyr · Magic - Spells & Enchantments

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 10/31/2012 📅 Created: 2/29/2012
⚠️ 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

  • 👍 4.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #26 of 76 Magic - Spells & Enchantments mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Looking for an enchantment mod that adds flexibility but doesnt make your characters broken? A way to scale spells without simply being handed it for free? This mod is a revamp of the overlooked parts of enchanting to add flexibility and a sense of balance to magic that Skyrim was originally lacking. Also available on Steam Workshop: http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=14272 -- NEW FEATURES(v1. 35): -Added 6 new enchantments to weapons!: Dragonbane, Creaturebane, Animalbane, Undeadbane, Humanbane all do 50% higher damage than normal enchantments but only to one kind of creature depending on the enchantment. -Bleeding damage: Just like true damage but a little stronger over a period of 3 seconds. -Bought from Eorlund Grey Mane in Whiterun. -Renamed Auriels bow to Aerwraith\'s bow for lore reasons (They added Auriels bow to Dawnguard) -Made Aerwraiths bow explosions smaller -Shout reduction no longer stacks multiplicitivly(bug fix). -You can\'t stack Elemental Fury with attack speed enchantment. If you attempt to cast it the shout will fail and instantly resets your shout timer. OLD FEATURES(v1. 31): Added Attack Speed Multiplier(Attack Speed) (Added in v1. 31) -Base is 20%, cannot be increased -Can be enchanted on gloves only -\"Gloves of Haste\" can be found upstairs in a chest, next to the \"Boots of Swiftness\" at Arcadias cauldron or purchased from Arcadia herself. Added Speed Multiplier (Quicken) (Added in v1. 30) -8% base, 20% with max enchanting and perks -\"Boots of Swiftness\" can be found upstairs next to a chest at Arcadias cauldron or purchased from Arcadia herself. -Can be enchanted on boots only Added True Damage enchantment (Added in v1. 30) -Can only be placed on weapons -6 damage base, 15 damage at max enchanting and perks -\"Sword of truth\" Can be found on the shrine of Arkay at the Whiterun Halls of the dead -You can also learn the enchantment from the \"Ghostblade\" Fortify Unarmed can now be placed on Amulets, Boots and Necklaces on top of Rings and Gloves (Added in v1. 30) Added Weakness to elements on weapons (v1. 20) -Fire, Frost, Shock Weakness -Base 6% over 4 seconds (Scales to 15% over 5 seconds at max enchanting) -Stacks however many times you can hit someone in 4 seconds -Can only be enchanted on Weapons -Warmaiden’s has received a shipment of weapons from a weapon cache found near the border of Morrowind. -Added a chest somewhere inside the store with the new items/enchantments (if your the sneaky-stealy type) (Version 1. 21) These iron swords seem to have not been used in a very long time. Add Auras to armor (v1. 20) -Targets must be in Melee range -Damage is increased with Frost/Shock/Fire Enchanter perk as well as base Enchanter -Base damage is 4dps scales to 12dps at max perks and enchanting skill -If 12 dps seems low, keep in mind that i

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Enchantment Balance Overhaul revamps Skyrim's enchanting system to add flexibility without making characters overpowered. It focuses on scaling spells through meaningful progression rather than free power. With 804 endorsements and 18,170 downloads, it's a community-tested balance mod for players seeking a more strategic enchanting experience.

✨ Key Features

Revamps overlooked parts of enchanting to add flexibility
Scales spells through earned progression rather than free handouts
Aims to prevent characters from becoming overpowered

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community-approved with 804 endorsements and 18,170 downloads
  • Focuses on balance, so your character won't become a god
  • Adds flexibility to enchanting without breaking the game

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2012 — may be incompatible with current Skyrim versions
  • No detailed documentation or patch notes provided
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want a more balanced enchanting system that rewards progression. If you're tired of overpowered enchantments and want flexibility without cheese, this is for you. Skip if you prefer straightforward power boosts or need up-to-date mods.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Since the mod is from 2012, check if it's compatible with your Skyrim version (Oldrim vs Special Edition) before installing.
  • Load this mod early in your load order to avoid conflicts with other magic or enchanting overhauls.
  • Test enchantments on a spare character to see the balance changes before committing to a playthrough.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim LE Mods
Author
Aertyr
Version
v1.35
Downloads
18,170
Endorsements
804
Category
Magic - Spells & Enchantments
Created
2/29/2012
Updated
10/31/2012

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