Aetherial Artifacts Rework

⭐ ⭐ (328 endorsements) 📥 101,938 downloads 📌 v1.23.1 📅 9/4/2024
🟡 Updated this year

By PLSET · Weapons and Armour

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 11/4/2025 📅 Created: 9/4/2024
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🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 0.3% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #18 of 23 Weapons and Armour mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

• This is a rework of the Aetherial Artifacts. Have you ever felt disappointed with the original three artifacts? Disappointed with the reward after all the trouble? While other mods have changed them, none have truly satisfied me, so I decided to redo them myself. Now, they are no longer mere collectibles away but powerful tools of combat.(Does not include modifications to the model's appearance, they are other mods)

(This mod is ESL marked, no need to take up precious ESP slot)

Adjustments:

• The Aetherial Artifacts are now significantly more powerful; however, this power does not come without a cost. A new consumable has been introduced as the price of this power.

Aetherial Energy Stone

• As a price and balance for using them,This consumable is not cheap. It requires filled soul stones and Lots of Dwarven metal ingots to make. Even a filled black Soul Gem can only make 12 energy stones at a time,When you obtain any Aetherial artifact, equipping it will allow you to create energy stones (energy stones are essentially miscellaneous items, not soul gems, and cannot be used to recharge).

• Aetherial Staff:• The original staff was undoubtedly the second weakest among the artifacts. I have reworked it differently, introducing more schools of magic and transformation.

• Aetherial Staff - Summon:

• In the Base Game, the staff's effect was to summon a Dwarven Sphere, Spider, or even some scrap metal, based on your level. Frankly, I appreciated this mechanism; it looked like the staff was teleporting an unlucky Dwemer construct from somewhere to fight for the player. However, as a combat tool, it wasn't practical. Imagine encountering an enemy, using the staff, summoning scrap metal, and getting yourself killed—frustrating, isn't it?

• My rework,Consumes <1> Aetherial Energy Stone to randomly summon one of <4> void-forged Dwemer automatons to fight for you for <120> seconds. They take <50%> less damage, deal <25%> less damage, and can deal void damage. Their level increases with you.<Ability to use Aetherial Conversion to change the staff school>

• Aetherial Staff - Destruction:

  • Does not consume an Aetherial Energy Stone. Consumes a large amount of staff charge to release a slow Aetherial Magic Ball, dealing <100> points of magic damage to targets within <20> yards. Targets hit will have their magic resistance reduced by <5%> and damage resistance by <30>, stacking for a duration of <20> seconds. <Ability to use Aetherial Conversion to change the staff school>
🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Aetherial Artifacts Rework by PLSET transforms the Aetherial Artifacts into powerful combat tools. With 328 endorsements and over 100k downloads, this mod is popular among players seeking enhanced weapon and armor performance. Last updated November 2025, it offers a fresh take on these iconic items.

✨ Key Features

Reworks the Aetherial Artifacts to be powerful tools of combat.
Focused on enhancing weapons and armor for combat effectiveness.
Popular mod with 328 endorsements and over 100k downloads.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community favorite with 328 endorsements and over 100k downloads – clearly a mod people trust.
  • Turns the Aetherial Artifacts into actual combat monsters, so they're not just fancy trophies anymore.
  • Recently updated (Nov 2025), so it's likely kept in line with current game patches.

⚠️ Cons

  • The description is pretty bare-bones – you won't know exactly what stats or effects change until you try it.
  • Reworks can clash with other mods that touch the same artifacts, so watch your load order.
  • If you're after a lore-friendly tweak, this might go too far in the 'powerful' direction – it's all about combat.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want the Aetherial Artifacts to actually feel legendary in battle, not just sit in a display case. If you're a completionist who loves collecting unique gear but wishes it hit harder, this is for you. Skip if you prefer lore-accurate or balanced items – this is a straight power boost.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Since it's a rework, make sure to load this mod after any other mods that alter the same artifacts to avoid conflicts.
  • If you're using a mod manager, you can preview the changes in xEdit to see exactly what stats are being modified.
  • Check the mod's posts or comments for any known compatibility patches with popular overhauls like Ordinator or EnaiRim.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
PLSET
Version
1.23.1
Downloads
101,938
Endorsements
328
Category
Weapons and Armour
Created
9/4/2024
Updated
11/4/2025

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