Classic Classes and Birthsigns SSE
⚪ Last updated 2020⚠️ 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
- 👍 2.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #26 of 220 Body, Face, and Hair mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Introduction
This is a port of Classic Classes and Birthsigns by Kearsage. It is one of my personal favourite character creation mods from the Legendary Edition, and it is a shame that this mod has not been ported sooner.
Installation
Manual: Extract and copy into your data folder.
Automatic: Install with your favourite mod manager.
Compatibility
Compatible
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[]Alternate Start mods, such as Live Another Life. I’ve had issues with Random Alternate Start and Skyrim Unbound, they probably need a patch to work properly.
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]Custom Race and racial ability adjustment mods, such as The Chiss and Imperious[]Perk overhaul mods such as Ordinator, SPERG. and TTRSO
[]Standing Stone overhauls such as Andromeda, Aurora and SSE Standing Stones Overhaul, though the descriptions in the birthsign selection menu will remain vanilla without a patch (Andromeda has a patch in the optional files).
Not-compatible
Mods that alter the base skill points of the player. However, if Classic Classes and Birthsigns is loaded after the mod, Classic Classes will work but I cannot guarantee that the other mod(s) will work.
Description
A "Select Class" book will be added to your inventory when you start a playthrough or install the mod for the first time, read it to select or create a class.
There is a total of 21 classes to choose from (or create your own custom class, though custom classes will miss out on class abilities). Each of the 21 classes are based on the classes available in Oblivion and Morrowind and are broken down into three specialities: Combat, Stealth and Magic.
Major Skills
Characters start with all skills at 5. Each class has several Major Skills which start at 25 before racial bonuses are applied. This represents your character’s profession or skills learned prior to the start of the game.
Secondary Skills
Secondary skills are abilities that represent basic skills learned in previous training that cannot improve any further, nor do they contribute to your character’s overall experience level. There are five Secondary Skills:
Hand to Hand | +10 Unarmed Combat Damage
Athletics | Move 15% faster, Stamina regenerates 15% faster
Acrobatics |Take 75% less falling damage, Stamina regen
Classic Classes and Birthsigns SSE is a port of Kearsage's popular mod from Legendary Edition, updated for Skyrim Special Edition. It restores classic class and birthsign mechanics, offering a nostalgic experience for players who prefer the original system. With 3,180 endorsements and 134,640 downloads, it's a well-established choice for SSE players.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 3,180 endorsements and 134,640 downloads
- Brings back the classic class and birthsign system for nostalgia
- Updated for SSE, so it's compatible with the Special Edition
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2020, so it may not be compatible with the latest game patches
- No detailed feature list provided, so you'll need to check the mod page for specifics
- Potential conflicts with other mods that alter character creation or leveling
For Skyrim players who miss the classic class and birthsign system from older Elder Scrolls games. If you want a more traditional character-building experience, this mod is for you. Skip if you prefer the streamlined system in vanilla SSE or if you use mods that overhaul character progression.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to load this mod before any mods that change character creation menus to avoid conflicts.
- If you're using a mod manager, let it handle the installation to keep your load order clean.
- Check the mod's comments section for any known compatibility patches with popular overhauls.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- Kearsage
- Version
- 1.53
- Downloads
- 134,640
- Endorsements
- 3,180
- Category
- Body, Face, and Hair
- Created
- 8/3/2017
- Updated
- 7/6/2020
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