B.U.G.S. SSE (Play as Non-Dragonborn)
🟡 Updated this year⚠️ 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
- 👍 3.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #14 of 136 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Play as non-Dragoborn + more options for Jarl Balgruuf
B.U.G.S. SSE is a gameplay mod for Skyrim Special Edition that lets you play as a non-Dragonborn character, removing the main questline's forced role. It also adds more options for Jarl Balgruuf, expanding his dialogue or interactions. With 246 endorsements and recent updates, it's a niche but active choice for roleplayers.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Solid community support with 246 endorsements and over 6,000 downloads.
- Recently updated, so it's likely compatible with current Skyrim SE patches.
- Fills a niche for players who want to ignore the Dragonborn storyline.
⚠️ Cons
- Niche appeal—if you enjoy the main quest, this mod isn't for you.
- Potential conflicts with mods that alter the main quest or Jarl Balgruuf's AI.
- Limited scope—only affects Dragonborn status and Balgruuf, not other aspects of the game.
For roleplayers who want to play as a regular adventurer in Skyrim without the Dragonborn baggage. Also for those who want more interaction with Jarl Balgruuf. Skip if you're fine with the vanilla main quest or want broader gameplay overhauls.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Install with a mod manager like Vortex or MO2 to keep your load order clean.
- Check for compatibility patches if you use mods that alter the main quest or Jarl Balgruuf.
- Start a new game to ensure the non-Dragonborn changes take effect properly.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- simtam
- Version
- 1.0.1
- Downloads
- 6,338
- Endorsements
- 246
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 11/8/2020
- Updated
- 4/4/2026
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