Marriage Mod - To Have And To Hold
⚪ Last updated 2014⚠️ 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
- 👍 5.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #15 of 60 NPC mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Firstly NOT MY MOD. All credit goes to joeThinkStudios. Great modder, great mod. Just making it more available. I do have permission!!! I'm not maintaining, updating or doing anything to it.
There is a hearthfire patch on the steam workshop for this mod. The mod works fine for me and some others without the patch, while having hearthfire installed though. It seems to vary from user to user... you can give it a shot without but its probably best if you have the patch installed
If you want it, it can be found here > http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=153407826 <note> I can't put it in optional files because the author of the patch hasn't given me permission. Sorry
Compatible with AFT, UFO, Spouses Can Live Anywhere,
This mod is designed to enhance the current marriage system in Skyrim; specifically the Wedding Scene at the Temple of Mara, fix various marriage related bugs, and add mechanics to remarry. The idea of this mod, is to bring the Dragonborn and their Spouse more close together and have a much more robust and interactive experience within the marriage system. Considered an overhaul of the marriage system in Skyrim; this mod will likely conflict with any other Mods that make changes to the Temple of Mara within Riften or “The Bonds of Matrimony” Quest as well, but should be Follower Mod friendly.
- -Feature Summary—
- 1.) Marriage to a new spouse via death or Intentional divorce of old spouse.
- 2.) Fixes to the wedding ceremony and a reception afterwards with dynamic events depending on the Dragonborn’s completion of specific quests; Tending the Flames, Blindsighted, The Eye of Magnus, and Glory of the Dead.
- 3.) Three sub quests, which help aid the Dragonborn during the marriage events.
- 4.) A basic version of the “Dress Up” feature allows the Dragonborn to ask their spouse to change the default outfit they have on (the one under the equipped armor) to one of a hand-full of predetermined outfits.
- 5.) Fixes to various NPCs related in part to Marriage.
- 6.) The Dragonborn may now marry multiple spouses (to a Maximum of 11) with the help of the Aspect of Love. One can also easily locate each of their spouses with the aid of a new book, titled “Mara’s Tear”, which details each spouse’s location.
- 7.) The Dragonborn’s spouse(s) can now move to one of the four faction homes depending on completion of their respective Questlines.
- -A more detailed Feature List can be found at the link below:--
- https://docs.google.com/document/d/11LwIbzMnXxqby623u4d-r-H5gK8QTq1dReSGa5LkZck/edit
- -Update History (Change Log) & Currently Known Bugs:--
- https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gHO0NsTfe7ZIo6ZjAfqBRLudTCusRq4_6MLZ1sUrx8k/edit
- -Frequently Asked Questions and Troubleshooting Guide--
- https://docs.google.com/document
Marriage Mod - To Have And To Hold enhances Skyrim's marriage system by improving the Temple of Mara wedding scene, fixing marriage-related bugs, and adding mechanics for remarrying and having multiple spouses. It's a popular overhaul for players seeking more flexible marriage options.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust with 19,546 endorsements and 375k downloads
- Fixes annoying marriage bugs that break immersion
- Opens up new roleplay possibilities with multiple spouses and remarriage
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2014 — may be outdated for current Skyrim versions
- Multiple spouses might conflict with other mods that alter marriage systems
For Skyrim players who want more control over marriage, whether that's fixing bugs, remarrying after a spouse dies, or having a polygamous playthrough. Skip if you're fine with vanilla marriage and don't need extra options.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to install and manage this mod easily.
- Check the mod's compatibility with other marriage-related mods you have installed to avoid conflicts.
- If you're playing Skyrim Special Edition, you may need to convert the mod or find a compatible version.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- joeThinkStudios
- Version
- 1.9.32.0.8
- Downloads
- 375,218
- Endorsements
- 19,546
- Category
- NPC
- Created
- 1/20/2014
- Updated
- 1/20/2014
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