Aela in Wolven

⭐ ⭐ (297 endorsements) 📥 9,501 downloads 📌 v1.1 📅 9/20/2021
⚪ Last updated 2022

By lordkenyonkmp · Immersion

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 1/7/2022 📅 Created: 9/20/2021
⚠️ Install Order · 6 steps
1🛠️ SKSE64 — Skyrim Script Extender 64 Download ↗
2🔧 USSEP — Unofficial Skyrim Special Edition Patch Download ↗
3🖥️ SkyUI — SkyUI (MCM framework) Download ↗
4🧩 Address Library — Address Library for SKSE Plugins Download ↗
5🔧 SSE Engine Fixes — SSE Engine Fixes Download ↗
6📦 Spell Perk Item Distributor (SPID) Find it →

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 3.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #31 of 157 Immersion mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

This mod puts Aela in wolven armor. It was requested by Nexus user goddragonbrett.

There are two versions of this mod, which work best for different situations.

The first version sets Aela to use a newly created wolven outfit. If you are not using SPID, this is the version you want to use. It will require patches to work with NPC replacers such as Bijin.

The second also creates a new wolven outfit, but does nothing to the Aela npc record. It uses a SPID ini file to assign the outfit to Aela at runtime. In theory it will require no patches. This version REQUIRES SPID, which can be found here: Spell Perk Item Distributor (SPID)

Both versions are flagged as ESL files and will not take up a slot in your load order.

Compatibility
The first version of this mod, "Aela in Wolven" changes Aela to use a new wolven armor outfit. This version will require patches for mods that edit Aela, such as the Bijin overhauls and other NPC replacers.

The second version of the mod, "Aela in Wolven - SPID" adds only a new wolven armor outfit. It then uses SPID to assign that outfit to Aela. This version requires SPID to function.

Both versions edit a single property in Proving Honor and Rampage so that Aela is given the new outfit instead of her old one when the quests re-apply her outfit. Other mods that edit these quests are likely to require a patch. One for Grow - Werebeasts of Skyrim is available under optional files.

Do not use both versions of the mod. It will be pointless.

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🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

This mod gives Aela the Huntress a new wolven armor outfit, with two versions: one that directly edits Aela's NPC record (requires patches for NPC replacers like Bijin) and one that uses SPID to assign the outfit at runtime (requires SPID). Both are ESL-flagged and edit quest properties in Proving Honor and Rampage. A patch for Growl - Werebeasts of Skyrim is available.

✨ Key Features

Adds a new wolven armor outfit for Aela the Huntress.
Two versions: direct NPC edit (requires patches for NPC replacers) and SPID-based (requires SPID).
Both versions are ESL-flagged, so they don't take up a load order slot.
Edits a property in Proving Honor and Rampage so Aela wears the new outfit after those quests.
Optional patch for Growl - Werebeasts of Skyrim available.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Solid endorsement count (297) and nearly 10k downloads—clearly a mod people are using.
  • Gives you a choice: SPID version for compatibility with NPC overhauls, or direct edit if you don't use SPID.
  • ESL-flagged means it won't eat a load order slot, which is always a plus for modded setups.

⚠️ Cons

  • The direct edit version will conflict with popular NPC replacers like Bijin unless you patch it.
  • The SPID version requires SPID as a dependency, so you'll need to install that first.
  • Both versions edit quest records for Proving Honor and Rampage, so other mods touching those quests may need patches.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want Aela to look more badass in wolven armor without overhauling her whole appearance. If you're using NPC replacers, go with the SPID version. Skip if you're not interested in Aela or don't want to deal with compatibility patches.
📦 Install:Medium· 5-10 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • If you use NPC overhauls like Bijin, pick the SPID version to avoid conflicts—it assigns the outfit at runtime without touching Aela's record.
  • Make sure you only install one version—installing both is pointless and could cause issues.
  • If you use Growl - Werebeasts of Skyrim, grab the optional patch from the files section to keep everything working.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
lordkenyonkmp
Version
1.1
Downloads
9,501
Endorsements
297
Category
Immersion
Created
9/20/2021
Updated
1/7/2022

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