Bruma - Better Defendable SE
⚪ Last updated 2023⚠️ Install Order · 6 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 3.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #239 of 251 Patches mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Description
This is an addon for Beyond Skyrim - Bruma. It adds/changes the following:
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[] There are now flags at the towers of Bruma.
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] The walls of Bruma are now accessible and are heavily guarded. You can access the walls from within Bruma castle. When you enter the castle, there will be two doors, one on the right and one on the left, both leading up to their section of the walls.[] The gates of Bruma are now protected with several portculisses and murder holes. The gates will close when the guards are under attack. They should reopen when combat is over. But you can also ask a nearby guard to open them if they are closed. Or you can use a lever in the intersection of each gatehouse to open them yourself as well.
[] I made custom interiors for each tower (25 in total). I made small variations on objects within the towers, so whilst the interior might be roughly the same, some small objects will be different.
[] The roofs of the gatehouses are now accessible.
[] Each guard has his/her own unique AI packages, including patrol/guard, sandbox and sleep. (I added countless beds within each tower for them to sleep in.)
A: The main file isn't, because it's too big. The patches are, though.
Q: Does installing/updating/uninstalling on an existing save work?
A: As far as I know, it should. However, it's good practice to keep a backup save prior to doing this, just in case.
Q: Is this compatible with <insert mod>?
A: I don't know by heart. You might need to check yourself.
Q: Will you make a patch for <insert mod>?
A: Only if it's a mod I use myself or plan on using, I have enough time and I actually like the idea. Otherwise, feel free to do it yourself. (see permissions)
Q: I have a suggestion to improve the mod. Can you do it?
A: Maybe, if I have time and I like the idea, I'll consider it.
Q: Will you port this to <insert platform>?
A: No, I myself only support the Steam and GOG English SE and AE versions of Skyrim. If someone else wants to port it, feel free. (see permission) If you decide to port it, you yourself take full responsibility to offer support to said port. I will not provide no support for any ports by third parties.
Q: I use a ported version of this mod on <insert platform> and I have a problem. Can you help?
A: I don't provide any support for third party ports on other platforms than the Steam and GOG English SE and AE versions of Skyrim. If you have issues, you should adress the person that ported it.
Q: Does this work on Skyrim 1. 6+, aka "Anniversary Edition"?
A: Yes, it should.
Q: Why don't your mods use MCMs and
This patch for Beyond Skyrim - Bruma improves the city's defensive capabilities, making it more resistant to sieges. It's a niche addon for players who want a tougher Bruma experience. With 1,020 endorsements and 26,453 downloads, it has a solid following.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Solid community support with 1,020 endorsements.
- Popular choice with over 26,000 downloads.
- Fills a specific niche for players who want more challenging city defense.
⚠️ Cons
- Only affects Bruma, so limited scope if you want broader gameplay changes.
- Requires Beyond Skyrim - Bruma, so you need that large mod installed.
- Potential compatibility issues with other mods that alter Bruma's layout or AI.
For Skyrim players who use Beyond Skyrim - Bruma and want a more defensible city during sieges. If you're into immersion and tactical defense, this is for you. Skip if you don't use Bruma or prefer vanilla city defenses.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Ensure you have Beyond Skyrim - Bruma installed before adding this patch.
- Load this mod after Bruma in your load order to ensure it takes effect.
- If you use other Bruma overhauls, test for conflicts early.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- AndrealphusVIII
- Version
- 1.2
- Downloads
- 26,453
- Endorsements
- 1,020
- Category
- Patches
- Created
- 12/13/2017
- Updated
- 1/2/2023
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