Curse of the Hound Amulet

⭐ ⭐⭐ (1,359 endorsements) 📥 486,723 downloads 📌 v1.04 📅 5/2/2020
⚪ Last updated 2021

By ANiceOakTree · Quests and Adventures

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 3/2/2021 📅 Created: 5/2/2020
⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
1🛠️ SKSE64 — Skyrim Script Extender 64 Download ↗
2🔧 USSEP — Unofficial Skyrim Special Edition Patch Download ↗
3🖥️ SkyUI — SkyUI (MCM framework) Download ↗
4🧩 Address Library — Address Library for SKSE Plugins Download ↗
5🔧 SSE Engine Fixes — SSE Engine Fixes Download ↗

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 0.3% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #1 of 44 Quests and Adventures mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Upon entering Solitude, you are greeted by a newcomer requesting for your help in clearing out a cave with some new inhabitants. Where did these beasts come from, and what does this woman who approached to you have to do with it?

Curse of the Hound Amulet is a project I've been extremely hard on since September. This quest mod plus this diorama I created for my Senior Capstone project! This mod is also my first ever quest mod and environment that I've created for Skyrim. I'm super proud to have it done finally and being able to deliver on everything I intended to do, back when I first pitched it.

Check out my Artstation page for more pics of the diorama!
  • []One ~15 minute quest

    []Multiple unique enemies exclusive to a new cave location I put together

    []A unique armor set in two color variants, color is ending dependent. Armor is female only but will work with any body base.

    []Cara's hairstyle available to non-beast female characters

    []Two new weapons

    []The Hound Mask, unisex

    []and more...

    Download with your preferred Mod Manager, or download manually, unzip and place the contents in your Skyrim/Data folder. A tutorial.

    Alternatively, select "Mods" from the main menu. Find "Curse Of The Hound Amulet" and download it as this mod is also available directly in the Mods section of the game via Bethesda.net. It's also available for Xbox One!

    The Legendary Edition backport is here thanks to Stillsnow1234!

    • []Start the quest by going to Solitude

      []Recommended level at least 25

      []The cave is near Volskygge, in the mountains west of Solitude.

      []You can bring other followers along, but they're likely to get in the way or accidentally hit Cara

      []If you hit Cara while she is following you and she attacks, put your weapon away and she'll stop

      []If Cara won't speak to after you clear the cave, quicksave and reload

      []If you have the Open Cities mod or a mod editing Solitude, console add Cara by typing "help caraleth 4" to find her ID and then using "player.placeatme xxxxxx 1" EDIT: bewareofthesnowman has created an Open Cities patch: Patch Link

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      []Caraleth's awesome voice actor, Celestielle - Casting Call Club, Twitter

      []All the 8 year old

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Curse of the Hound Amulet is a quest mod for Skyrim that adds a new adventure where a newcomer asks for help clearing a cave. It introduces new enemies, armors, hair styles, and weapons. With over 1,300 endorsements and nearly half a million downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking new content.

✨ Key Features

Adds a new quest where a newcomer requests help clearing out a cave.
Introduces new enemies to fight.
Adds new armors to discover.
Adds new hair styles.
Adds new weapons.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Huge community trust with 1,359 endorsements and nearly half a million downloads.
  • Adds a full quest with new enemies, gear, and hair—plenty of bang for your buck.
  • Still relevant years after last update, showing it's a solid, stable addition.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2021—might have compatibility issues with the latest Skyrim patches.
  • No detailed walkthrough or feature list provided, so you're going in blind.
  • Quest mods can sometimes conflict with other mods that alter the same cave or NPCs.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want a fresh quest with new loot and enemies without overhauling the whole game. If you're a completionist looking for new armor and weapons to collect, this is a good pick. Skip if you prefer lore-heavy, voice-acted quests—this one's description is pretty bare-bones.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 5 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to install and manage this mod easily.
  • Check your load order—place this mod after other quest mods to avoid conflicts.
  • If you're on Skyrim Special Edition, make sure the mod is compatible with your version; the 2021 update might be for the older edition.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
ANiceOakTree
Version
1.04
Downloads
486,723
Endorsements
1,359
Category
Quests and Adventures
Created
5/2/2020
Updated
3/2/2021

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