Bug Fix - Thunderbolt Impacts
⚪ Last updated 2022⚠️ 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
- 🏆 #17 of 54 Bug Fixes mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
In vanilla the Thunderbolt spell doesn't impact properly with certain surfaces, instead it goes through them which causes it to not leave decals and to look glitchy. This mod fixes that problem, it also removes the slight screen shake effect when the spell hits very close to the player, which was barely noticeable anyway.
Load order matters btw, any esp that overwrites the changes of this mod will undo the fix so put it low or merge it with the conflicting mod.
Installation:
step 1 - press the download button
step 2 - press the install button
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This mod fixes a bug in Skyrim where the Thunderbolt spell fails to impact certain ground surfaces, preventing the expected decal from appearing. It's a small, focused bug fix for players who use Thunderbolt and want consistent visual effects. With 222 endorsements and 6,092 downloads, it has a modest but active user base.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Directly addresses a specific visual bug that can break immersion
- Lightweight and focused—no bloat, just the fix
- Community-tested with 222 endorsements and 6,092 downloads
⚠️ Cons
- Only affects Thunderbolt—if you don't use that spell, this mod does nothing for you
- Last updated in 2022, so it may not be compatible with the latest Skyrim versions or other mods
- Potential conflicts with mods that alter spell effects or ground decals
For Skyrim players who use the Thunderbolt spell and have noticed the missing impact decal on certain surfaces. It's a must-have for immersion-focused mages who want consistent visual feedback. Skip if you rarely use Thunderbolt or don't care about decal effects.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to place this mod after any mods that change spell effects or decals in your load order to ensure the fix applies.
- If you're using a mod manager like Vortex or MO2, just download and enable—no manual file placement needed.
- Test the Thunderbolt spell on different ground types (dirt, stone, wood) to confirm the decal appears correctly.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- ancienthorn
- Version
- 1
- Downloads
- 6,092
- Endorsements
- 222
- Category
- Bug Fixes
- Created
- 9/3/2022
- Updated
- 9/3/2022
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