Sabretooth - the loyal Sabrecat Companion - Version 3.0

Sabretooth has now been updated to version 3. 0! I mostly tested this version on the Special Edition, so let me know if there are any issues and I will try to fix them in the following weeks.

Sabretooth is an attempt to make a balanced and interesting Sabrecat companion. Sabretooth's effectiveness is determined by his level and by the strength of your relationship with him. Expect him to gain perks and fight more fiercely as he grows more attached to you. Sabretooth is obtained through an early and very short quest near Riverwood. Throughout your travels you will gain three balanced but game-altering perks as your relationship with Sabretooth improves. You can command Sabretooth through shouts, or through conventional dialogue. More in-depth information can be found below.

Where can I find Sabretooth? He can be found near the main entrance of Riverwood. Check the images for the exact location.

Features and information Sabretooth is slightly different than most companion mods. First of all, Sabretooth gains extra perks and stats as his bond with you grows. You can increase your bond with Sabretooth through most activities. For example - clearing dungeons, killing enemies and just spending in-game time with him. Just play Skyrim as you would always play it, and your bond will increase automatically. If your 'bond experience' passes a threshold, then you and Sabretooth will gain an extra perk the next time you level up.

Companion Bond Levels Currently there are four 'Companion Bond levels'. Bond levels 2, 3 and 4 result in a game-altering perk. The aim of these perks (and this whole mod) is to spice up the gameplay in a few interesting ways, without requiring the player to equip spells. Furthermore, the bonuses shouldn't just buff you passively, but require some awareness, reaction and decision-making from the player. I personally dislike follower mods that just add a meat-shield to the table. Sabretooth is weaker when it comes to damage and tanking, but in return he adds some interesting combat utilities. These are the three perks that you can attain after reaching certain relationship levels:

Companion Bond level 1 - The bond between you and Sabretooth has improved. Sabretooth fights more fiercely and has grown larger.

Companion Bond level 2 - The bond between you and Sabretooth has improved further. You will enter a state of wild fury when Sabretooth is bleeding out. The fury is recognizable by your red hands and a loud heartbeat. It will improve your attack speed