Craftable Guard Items
⚪ Last updated 2023⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 0.0% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #2 of 9 Crafting mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
“ I hope you're finding the crafting in proper order, thane. ,,
DESCRIPTION
You can now craft at a forge the different armors, shields and helmets of the holds of Skyrim once you become thane.
Eastmarch Guards use Stormcloak helmets and armors so my mod only adds the option to craft the shield.
COMPATIBILITY
ESL-flagged
No Load Order requirements
Skyrim Unbound : Patch available on this page.
EXTENSIONS
Sexier Vanilla - Guards : Allow crafting of that mod's armors with the same conditions.
Craftable Guard Items lets Skyrim players craft the Hold Guards' armors, shields, and helmets after becoming Thane of the corresponding hold. A simple crafting expansion with 130 endorsements and a solid download count, last updated in January 2023.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 130 endorsements and nearly 400k downloads.
- Adds meaningful progression—earning Thane status unlocks new gear.
- Simple, focused concept that fits seamlessly into vanilla gameplay.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in January 2023—may have compatibility issues with the latest Skyrim updates.
- No detailed instructions or patch notes provided by the author.
- Requires becoming Thane in each hold, which can be time-consuming for players who want quick access.
For Skyrim players who enjoy earning rewards through gameplay and want to wear the iconic guard armor without cheating. Skip if you prefer instant access or want more complex crafting overhauls.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to become Thane in the hold before expecting the recipes to appear.
- If you're using a mod manager, let it handle the file placement to avoid overwriting issues.
- Check the mod's page for any compatibility notes with other armor mods.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- CSKY
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 392,544
- Endorsements
- 130
- Category
- Crafting
- Created
- 1/31/2023
- Updated
- 1/31/2023
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