Better Sacks Barrels and Urns 1.1
⚪ Last updated 2017⚠️ Install Order · 5 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
- 👍 3.6% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #30 of 136 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
1/22/2017: Version 1. 2: Adds unique loot system for Wrapped Draugr and Skeletons as well as improved Apothecary satchels. IF YOU HAVE UNIQUE LOOT. UPDATE PATCH AS WELL. I also updated creation kit, so the Masters should be in correct order now. NOTE: This does NOT change Draugr and Skeleton enemies that you fight.
For Draugr and Skeleton treasure corpses, the loot system is as follows: Normal weapon, Light Normal Armor, Heavy Normal Armor = 30% chance each. 3x30% chance. Enchanted Weapon, Enchanted Armor Light, Enchanted Armor Heavy, Enchanted Jewelery = 10% chance each. 4x10% chance.
1/11/2017: Version 1. 1 Urns added. See Downloads. (More septims etc.) -Unique Loot Patch added in Optional downloads. (Keep in mind, when adding mods that alter leveled lists etc. It is a good idea to get WyreBash and make a basedpatch to combine all the mods that effect this, so you don't get a huge mess. WyreBash can be found HERE) Also another good mod in case you are uninstalling mods mid game etc, is Resaver from Skyrim Tools!
Always finding food in sacks and Barrels? This mod has been done before, but it's my version of it. Adds 1-4 items per sack or barrel by chance. Vanilla is usually 100% food, which I left untouched. But what I added: Common ingredients 60% chance. Uncommon 40% and Rare (including gems and ore by level at 20% chance) Ebony ore, for example, can only be found at lv. 30 or above as well as Diamonds etc. Even then, it is still a rarity you will see it. So this doesn't spoil you.
The chives in images are from my Better Food Effects with New Recipes Mod So you could still find just 1 set of food items in a sack. But you can find up to 4 types of items per sack or barrel.
Chances for item: 1. Vanilla - Default 2. Common Ingredients - 60% 3. Uncommon Ingredients - 40% 4. Rare ingredients, gems and ore by level chance - 20%
Hope you enjoy the mod! The chances were custom made lists, so not sure how it would conflict with other item increasing mods.
This gameplay mod for Skyrim changes loot in sacks and barrels, replacing the vanilla 100% food chance with a chance to find 1-4 items including common ingredients (60%), uncommon (40%), and rare items like gems. With 223 endorsements and 6,197 downloads, it's a modestly popular tweak for players wanting more varied container loot.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 223 endorsements and over 6,000 downloads.
- Simple concept that adds variety to looting without overhauling the game.
- Last updated in 2017, so it's stable and unlikely to break your save.
⚠️ Cons
- Old mod (2017) might not be compatible with newer Skyrim versions or other loot overhaul mods.
- Chance-based system could still leave you with food most of the time, which might not feel different enough.
- Potential conflicts with mods that alter container loot tables or add new items.
For Skyrim players who are tired of finding only food in sacks and barrels and want a bit more variety without a full loot overhaul. If you're a completionist who loves hunting for rare gems, this adds a small thrill. Skip if you want major loot changes or play with heavy mod lists that already tweak containers.
💡 Beginner Tips
- If you're using a mod manager like Vortex or MO2, just download and install; it's a simple plugin.
- Place this mod early in your load order to let other loot mods overwrite it if needed.
- Since it's from 2017, check if you're playing Skyrim Special Edition or Legendary Edition—this might be for the original version.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- Haladoon
- Version
- 1.1
- Downloads
- 6,197
- Endorsements
- 223
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 1/11/2017
- Updated
- 1/23/2017
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