SM Drop Lit Torches
⚪ 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
- 👍 3.8% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #103 of 147 Immersion mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Awards and Features ----------------------------------
This mod allows you to drop lit torches to the ground when you can't spare a hand to hold it.
When you switch from a torch to another weapon/spell/shield the previously equipped torch will be dropped to the floor.
If you pick up the torch on the ground without a weapon in your left hand or with no weapons drawn and you are not sneaking you will automatically re-equip the torch.
You can also manually drop a torch from your inventory and you will drop a lit torch (this only works when dropping a single torch)
When you pick up a torch for the first time a new lesser power called Hotkey Torch will be added.
When you equip this power the following will occur: - If you have a weapon in your left hand and you are in combat you will drop a torch to the ground. - If you already have a torch equipped it will re-equip your previous item in your left hand (dropping the torch if nessecary) - Otherwise you will just equip a torch.
You can also use the hotkey torch in the favourites menu. This is better than favouriting a torch because it will not be removed when you run out of torches.
Prerequisites ---------------------------------------------- SKSE must be installed http://skse.silverlock.org
Notes ---------------------------------------------- -This mod should work on all carriable light sources or mods that add new torches etc.
Uninstall ---------------------------------------------- To cleanly uninstall the mod, in game enter into the skyrim console
set DropLitTorchUninstall to 1
And wait for the confirmation message before saving and disabling the mod
Version History ---------------------------------------------- v3. 0 - SKSE is now required as it fixes all the bugs with torches not dropping for certain equipment types. - Fixed issue where right handed weapons caused torches to drop in certain situations. - Added cleaner uninstall option - You no longer need weapons drawn when switching to a weapon to drop a torch. The check for weapons drawn was unreliable in certain animation events. - Hotkey torch behavior changed: If you have a weapon in your left hand and you are in combat you will drop a torch to the ground. If you already have a torch equipped it will re-equip your previous item in your left hand (dropping the torch if nessecary) *Otherwise you will just equip a torch. - If you are sneaking when you pick up a torch on the ground you will not auto equip it.
SM Drop Lit Torches lets you drop lit torches to the ground when you need both hands free. A simple immersion mod with 4,917 endorsements and 129,172 downloads, last updated in 2014.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with nearly 5k endorsements and 129k downloads.
- Adds a practical QoL feature for torch-carrying adventurers.
- Lightweight and focused—does exactly what it says.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2014—may be incompatible with current game versions.
- Limited to a single feature; no additional options or customization.
For players who frequently use torches and find it annoying to sheathe them to interact with the world. If you're a roleplayer or immersion enthusiast, this is a must-have. Skip if you want more complex torch mechanics or visual overhauls.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check if the mod requires a script extender or compatibility patch for your game version.
- Test dropping a torch in a safe area first to see how it behaves with physics.
- If you're using a mod manager, install manually to ensure proper file placement.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- Strategy Master
- Version
- 3.0
- Downloads
- 129,172
- Endorsements
- 4,917
- Category
- Immersion
- Created
- 2/19/2012
- Updated
- 1/6/2014
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