XP32 Maximum Skeleton - XPMS
⚪ Last updated 2016⚠️ 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
- 👍 3.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #2 of 118 Animation mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
1st CREDIT: OF COURSE ALL THE PEOPLE THAT PUT HARD WORK FOR DEVELOPING NIFSKOPE at http://niftools.sourceforge.net/
A multi purpose skeleton for animation in skyrim. Include New skeleton structure.
Inspired from oblivion mod:
Coronerras Maximum Compatibility Skeletons by coronerra
By any means, this mod will not affect 1st person animations
If you don't like the scale settings that came from XPMS you can try Race menu slider for XPMS mod by NEME5I5 <- Buggy, do not use, signed Groovtama
Support "Animated Hair Project
Support "SOS - Schlongs of Skyrim"
Support "Realistic Ragdolls &Force"
Support "Deadly Mutilation"
support Breast motion from CHSBHC/UNPB-BBP (tested)
support Breast motion for TBBP animation (tested)
support Dual Shealth Redux
Well placed Quiver and Bow (female)
male version are tweaked to prevent clipping with crossbow
Options for skeleton type to match quiver position from "Frostfall by Chesko"
Support ECE (Enchance Character Edit) (only female for now since I don't think ECE made for male char
Support Joy of Perspective Mod - as of 1. 96 XPMS doesn't override the Joy of Perspective skeleton, use the skeletons provided by the Joy of Perspective
Requirement:
Realistic Ragdolls and Force by dDefinder
Recommended for 3rd person play
Enhanced 3rd Person Camera by Keegars
New for modders:
- Have over 229 total Nodes for the skeleton (vanilla have 99)
goal purpose:
- Allows animators to animate all independantly and simultaneously.
- Allows users to never have to worry about animation incompatibilty based on skeletons.
If in any case you interested in animation fo skyrim, check here:
Animation Tutorial for 3DsMax
Animation Lectures and Resources by Bergzore
no blocking animation in third person when moving ? holding torch problem ? no magic cast while turning and sneak/crouch ?
GO TO FNIS - Always Necessary DOWNLOAD
If you aren't going to use FNIS, then please use the "No FNIS" Patch when asked on the installation
Using TBBP animation, when my char is walking the right side of the butt hangs down ...when he stand .. the right side just jump up in the correct position. any idea why ? and how to fix it ?
Use a file at optional download for "butt" problem
I can't get it work to other animation mod (e.g. New Anim for 1H weapon mod) any information to make it wo
XP32 Maximum Skeleton - XPMS is a foundational skeleton mod for Skyrim, enabling independent and simultaneous animation of hair, cloaks, wings, and body parts. With over 245k endorsements and 7.6M downloads, it's a staple for animators and modders. Last updated in 2016, it remains widely used.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Massive community trust (245k endorsements, 7.6M downloads)
- Essential for animation mods, enabling complex multi-part animations
- Versatile: supports hair, cloaks, wings, and physics
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2016, so may be outdated for newer Skyrim versions
- Requires careful compatibility with other skeleton mods
- Not a standalone mod; needs other mods to see its full effect
For Skyrim modders and animators who want a robust skeleton foundation. Essential for anyone creating or using animation mods that involve hair, cloaks, or wings. Skip if you're a casual player not interested in modding depth.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Use a mod manager like Mod Organizer 2 to avoid overwriting other skeleton mods.
- Check compatibility with your other animation mods; many require XPMS as a base.
- If you use FNIS or Nemesis, run their patches after installing to ensure animations work.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- xp32
- Version
- 1.96
- Downloads
- 7,601,139
- Endorsements
- 245,708
- Category
- Animation
- Created
- 11/12/2012
- Updated
- 3/27/2016
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