Horsemen - Mounted Combat Enhancement
⚪ Last updated 2012⚠️ 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
- 👍 2.6% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #19 of 32 Combat mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Before Uninstalling or Updating the mod, you MUST: - If you have 1st Module - Mounted Combat for NPCs: locate the spell called Uninstall Horsemen ... under Restoration category and cast it. - If you have 2nd Module - Mounted Combat Enhancement: type \'stopquest HorsemenCombat\' in console Please go to: http://forums.bethsoft.com/topic/1412060-relzwipz-horsemen-mounted-combat-enhancement/ if you need immediate support/attentions. I don\'t check Nexus as often as Bethesda\'s forum The v1. 0 of hotfix (crossbow) didnot work. I just released a v. 1. 1 of the hotfix for crossbow, and confirm it is working now. Regard the version number you saw: - There are 2 separated modules (mods) and they offer different features in the main file - The first 2 digits are the version number of the 1st module (Mounted combat for NPC) - The last 2 digits are the version number of 2nd module (mounted combat enhancement - new moves) 2nd Module Preview 3NVDa0ygXXU&hd=1vlT_vYySUNs
Features:
First Module - Mounted Combat for NPCs- [] Mounted Combat for Follower [] Mounted Combat for NPC [] More travelers on Road [] Merchants now travels on horses with bodyguards. They will go to the nearest cities/settlements to shop/drink. If you follow them, you will find them in local tavern/inn or market place [] More guard patrols on horse (like Oblivion) and they are tough horsemen too [] Imperial Cavalrymen battling StormCloaks [] Random Wild Encounter with Hostile Riders in the fields of White Run [] Horse charge for NPC [] NPC can use range & melee combat on horse back [] AI will evaluate situations and take actions accordingly: Like charge in, melee, tactical retreat, break-off and recharge,....
2nd Module: Mounted Combat Enhancement
- [] Mounted Combat enhancement/overhaul for player [] Player can rotate freele on horse [] Player can have different attack like swing, stabs which deal different damage [] Spears make a come back with its own stab/thrust animations [] Mounted Casting for player, you now can cast any spell from horse, and aim anywhere as you want [] Couched Lance charge. Deadly and with style
Control & Combat:
You will need just mouse Left and Right to perform different attack. Although, attacks will hit if you aim carefully. A spear/lance will be added to your inventory as the 2nd module installed Combat: - Stab/Thrust attack deal more damage, but require precise-aim. You NEED to aim your crosshair at target if you wish to hit opponent. - Swing attacks have pretty wide range, so its easier to hit target, but lower damage - If target is right next to your horse/very close, you will have difficulty hitting them - You can hit mounted enemies if you AIM your crosshair higher. If you aimHorsemen - Mounted Combat Enhancement improves Skyrim's mounted combat by allowing players to fight NPCs on horseback, enabling followers to use mounted combat, and adding Mount & Blade-style mechanics. With 5,836 endorsements and 223,261 downloads, it's a popular combat overhaul for players seeking more dynamic cavalry gameplay.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust with 5,836 endorsements and over 223k downloads.
- Adds a whole new layer to mounted combat—fighting NPCs on horseback is a game-changer.
- Followers can join the cavalry action, making mounted battles feel like a real squad.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2012—likely outdated for current Skyrim versions, so expect compatibility issues.
For Skyrim players who love cavalry combat and want to charge into battle with their followers. Perfect for those who enjoyed Mount & Blade and want that feel in Skyrim. Skip if you prefer vanilla mounted combat or want a modern, actively maintained mod.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since the mod is from 2012, check if you're playing Skyrim Legendary Edition or Special Edition—it may need patches for newer versions.
- Test mounted combat with followers early to see how they behave—some may need specific gear to fight effectively on horseback.
- If you use a mod manager, install manually by dropping files into your Data folder to avoid conflicts with other combat mods.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- rongphale
- Version
- 1.1and1.0
- Downloads
- 223,261
- Endorsements
- 5,836
- Category
- Combat
- Created
- 9/17/2012
- Updated
- 11/18/2012
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