Illustrious HDT Cloaks of Skyrim
⚪ Last updated 2019⚠️ Install Order · 5 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
- 👍 2.5% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #14 of 111 Clothing mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Description:
This mod changes the non-HDT cloaks from Cloaks of Skyrim into HDT cloaks upon entering your inventory.
You can use them for your player character and give them to your followers.
I was using Cloaks of Skyrim - HDT-PE - Fixed by bola08 and while it worked well for the player,
it would glitch out for npcs pretty heavily in my game and make my comp chug in cities.
This is my attempt to alleviate those issues and contribute to the community that has contributed so much to me!
//NOTE//
These cloaks behave exactly the same as bola08's. They do not affect npcs. If you want the full replacer, use his.
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Requirements:
Requires Cloaks of Skyrim & Dawnguard Optional, HDT Physics Extensions, SKSE, and all Skyrim DLC.
COS version: You need both Cloaks.esp & Cloaks - Dawnguard.esp!
CCOR version additionally requires Complete Crafting Overhaul Remade 1. 7+.
CCOR version: Do NOT load Cloaks.esp or Cloaks - Dawnguard.esp! You just need the files from COS, not the plugins.
Requiem versions - CFR - Cloaks For Requiem or COR - Crafting Overhaul Reqtified.
//NOTE//
Drop & pickup the normal cloaks that are already in your inventory to let the script run on them!
If you want to see the cloaks in first person occasionally (when you turn fast), you'll need Skyrim - Enhanced Camera.
Use HDT Invisibility Fix beta if you want to give the cloaks to followers.
Will be compatible with anything the aforementioned mods are compatible with.
This mod automatically converts Cloaks of Skyrim into HDT physics-enabled variants for the player character, adding realistic cloth movement. With over 11,000 endorsements and 444,000 downloads, it's a popular choice for Skyrim players who want more dynamic cloaks. Last updated in 2019, it remains a staple for HDT users.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust with 11,194 endorsements and over 444k downloads.
- Simple automatic conversion—no manual patching needed for the player character.
- Brings cloaks to life with HDT physics, a must-have for immersion fans.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2019—may not work with the latest Skyrim versions or HDT setups.
- Only affects the player character, not NPCs.
- Requires external mods (Cloaks of Skyrim and HDT) which aren't included.
For Skyrim players who already use Cloaks of Skyrim and have HDT physics installed, and want their own cloak to move realistically. Skip if you're on Skyrim Special Edition or lack HDT—this is Oldrim territory.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you have HDT Physics Extensions installed and working before adding this mod—test with a simple HDT item first.
- Load this mod after Cloaks of Skyrim in your mod manager to ensure the meshes override correctly.
- If cloaks don't flap, check that your skeleton supports HDT (like XPMSE) and that you're using the correct version for your game.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- Keenan Selbee
- Version
- 2.1
- Downloads
- 444,045
- Endorsements
- 11,194
- Category
- Clothing
- Created
- 1/16/2016
- Updated
- 4/11/2019
🔗 Required By 2 Mods
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