Locational Damage(SKSE Plugin)
⚪ Last updated 2019⚠️ Install Order · 4 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
- 👍 3.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #1 of 19 Combat mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This mod makes it possible to do extra damage and stagger etc. effect depending on the body part when the attack hits the actor. You can do locational damage to actors of various races. Since this mod works only with skse plugin, you can safely install / uninstall at any time.
You can open "LocationalDamage.ini" to change the settings.
How does it work?
It calculates the distance between the hit position of the attack and the node position of the actor. By using the position where attacks hit, it is lightweight because it does not do complicated and heavy processing.
SKSE 1. 7. 3+
health damage, magicka damage, stamina damage, interrupt, stagger, knockdown, unequip armor, unequip weapon, decrease weapon speed, increase spell charge time, decrease movement speed
Head, arms, foot and heart
NPCs, Draugr, Hagraven, Spriggan, Skeleton, VampireLord, Lurker, Giant, AtronachFrost, VampireBrute, Troll, Werewolf, Dog, Wolf, Falmer, Riekling, Bear, Chaurus, Deer, Dragon_Priest, DwarvenCenturion, DwarvenSphere, AtronachFlame, AtronachStorm, Goat, Horker, Horse, Mammoth, SabreCat, Skeever, Cow, ChaurusFlyer, BoarRiekling, Scrib, DwarvenBallista, Dragon
Head
DwarvenSpider, FrostbiteSpider, IceWraith, Slaughterfish, WispMother, Seeker
None
Witchlight, Hare, Chicken, Mudcrab, Netch
Basically it is compatible with races added by mods.
・Spells do not cause locational damage.
・Races with No Knockdowns flag will not knockdown.
・Because of the balance adjustment, the effect occurrence probability is multiplied by 0. 3 to 1. 7 due to the difference in maximum health of the attacker and the target.
・The heavier the weapon, the higher the chance that the effect will occur.
I will still adjust the position and range of locational damage judgment.
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Locational Damage is a SKSE plugin for Skyrim that adds body-part-specific damage and stagger effects, making combat more tactical. With 2,925 endorsements and 75,069 downloads, it's a well-established combat overhaul. Last updated in 2019, it may require compatibility checks with newer Skyrim versions.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 2,925 endorsements and 75k downloads
- Adds tactical depth to combat by rewarding aimed attacks
- Lightweight SKSE plugin that doesn't overhaul the whole combat system
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2019 — may be incompatible with the latest Skyrim version
- No detailed documentation or install instructions provided by the author
- Requires SKSE, so you need to set that up first
For Skyrim players who want more tactical combat without a full overhaul. If you enjoy aiming for headshots or crippling limbs, this adds a layer of strategy. Skip if you prefer vanilla combat or don't want to deal with SKSE dependencies.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you have SKSE installed and launch the game through skse_loader.exe, not the default launcher.
- Check the mod's compatibility with your Skyrim version (Special Edition or Legendary) before installing.
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to handle the plugin file and avoid manual placement errors.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- Felisky
- Version
- 2.0.3
- Downloads
- 75,069
- Endorsements
- 2,925
- Category
- Combat
- Created
- 5/23/2018
- Updated
- 5/6/2019
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