Combo Animation Framework
⚪ Last updated 2021⚠️ 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
- 👍 2.6% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #61 of 119 Animation mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Normal Attack chain Demo (ANIMATIONS NOT INCLUDED IN THIS MOD!)
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Combining Normal and Power Attacks (ANIMATIONS NOT INCLUDED IN THIS MOD!)
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Check out CAF's companion mod, ComboCombat!
Many action games have intricate melee combo systems where you can pull off many unique moves through different attack patterns.
Skyrim's combat animation tree is very simplistic: Power attacks aside, there are only 2 attack motions for each movement direction that will just loop over and over as long as you swing your weapon.
C. A. F. is a framework that allows you to set up your own combos with up to 19 additional attacking animations compared to vanilla that you can mix and match from any existing animation replacer mods.
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[]No behavior modification, no Nemesis patch required, completely based on Dynamic Animation Replacer
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]Supports 2-Hit, 3-Hit, 4-Hit, 5-Hit, 6-Hit, 7-Hit, 8-Hit, 9-Hit, 10-Hit or 11-Hit Combo chains[]Supports unique Power attacks after any number of normal attacks
[]Light script but no scripted animations
[]Supports custom Combos for every weapon type (daggers, onehand swords, twohand swords, unarmed, battleaxes, maces etc.) and dual-wielding
[]MCM menu
INSTALLATION
Step-by Step combo setup guideCAF does not come with pre-packaged animations. You can pick files from any animation mod and truly build your very own moveset from them. Each stage of the combo chain corresponds to one DAR folder which will contain all animation files that should play at this point in the combo.
Once you've understood how to use the DAR conditions of this mod, you'll be able to create a limitless amount of attack variety in your game.
[]The Main File in the download section includes the basic DAR folder structure for a 11-hit Combo. Each stage of the Combo chain has its own folder and each folder contains a README file detailing which animations you need to put inside.
Combo Animation Framework expands Skyrim's vanilla 2-hit attack loop, allowing players to chain regular attacks into varied power attacks for up to 7 times more animation variety. A popular animation overhaul with 1,809 endorsements and 69,078 downloads, last updated in August 2021.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 1,809 endorsements and 69k downloads.
- Breathes new life into combat by breaking the repetitive attack loop.
- Seamlessly integrates with vanilla animations for a natural feel.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2021, so may not be compatible with the latest Skyrim patches.
- Animation mods can conflict with other combat overhauls that alter attack patterns.
- Requires a mod manager for proper installation, which might be a hurdle for beginners.
For Skyrim players who are tired of the same old attack animations and want more variety in combat without overhauling the entire system. Perfect for those who enjoy melee-focused builds and want a fresh feel to their swings. Skip if you prefer total combat overhauls or play mostly as a mage or archer.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to install and manage this mod easily.
- Check for compatibility patches if you use other combat or animation mods, as they may conflict.
- Test the combo system on a dummy or low-level enemy to get a feel for the new attack chains.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- OmecaOne
- Version
- 1.3.3
- Downloads
- 69,078
- Endorsements
- 1,809
- Category
- Animation
- Created
- 9/16/2020
- Updated
- 8/23/2021
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