Custom Skills - Unarmoured Defense
⚪ Last updated 2023⚠️ 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
- 👍 0.2% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #3 of 6 Skills and Leveling mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This mod add perk tree of Unarmoured (No Light/Heavy Armours).
Description(Japanese)
Latest Version :
Update Info
Encode Config file by UTF-8
There is no change in espfe/scripts.
Changed so that the player level will also receive experience when unarmoured skill is increased.
Added three talisman (warrior, thief, sorcerer) that are treated as shields.
Added an enchant that adds armor rating to clothing. Can be purchased from merchants.
You can now buy fresh spells and shield spells from the merchant at the shrine of the armorless.
Increased experience when attacked while using a fresh spell or shield spell. Triple experience when not wearing armor or clothing.
Lowered the price of perk tree items
Fixed a problem with the merchant's container not having a respawn flag
Translation
Requirement:
Custom Skills Framework(CSF)
CSF 1. 0
SE : 1. 5.x
When . Net Script Framework does not work properly. Check requirement of . Net Script Framework.
Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable for Visual Studio 2019?x64: vc_redist.x64.exe
Address Library for SKSE Plugins
SSE Engine Fixes
AE/GOG(You don't need . Net Script Framework)
Skyrim Script Extender (SKSE64)
Address Library for SKSE Plugins
Substitute of Custom Skill Framework for AE (1. 6.x or higher)
5LCat's Utils
Minimalistic Custom Skills Menu for AE
CSF 2. 0/3. 0
Address Library for SKSE Plugins
Skyrim Script Extender (SKSE64)
Config of CSF have different specifications depending on the version, so it is necessary to install the appropriate file.
CSF 1. 0/2. 0 for AE
Check config files is UTF-8.
CSF 3. 0
Custom Skill Mod JSON Config Conversions for Custom Skills Framework 3
Recommended:
Custom Skills Menu - A Custom Skills Framework Unified Menu
You can access custom skills easily.
Recommended Play Style:
Acrobat/Agent/Bard
Citizen/Farmer/Healer
Mage/Monk/Nudist
Scout/Thief
Definition of Unarm
Custom Skills - Unarmoured Defense adds a new perk tree for players who prefer fighting without light or heavy armor, offering a dedicated progression path for unarmored playstyles. With 1,589 endorsements and over 800k downloads, it's a popular choice for Skyrim players seeking to expand their character builds.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust (1,589 endorsements, 800k+ downloads)
- Fills a niche for unarmored builds that lack perk support
- From Vicn, a known mod author
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2023 — may not be compatible with the latest Skyrim version
- Requires a new playthrough or perk reset to integrate smoothly
For Skyrim players who enjoy playing without armor—like mages, monks, or stealth characters—and want a perk tree that supports that style. Skip if you prefer traditional armor builds or want overhaul-level changes.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to load this mod after other perk overhauls to avoid conflicts.
- If you're using a mod manager, let it handle the file placement to avoid issues.
- Consider using a perk reset mod if you're adding this to an existing character.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- Vicn
- Version
- 1.1.a
- Downloads
- 803,735
- Endorsements
- 1,589
- Category
- Skills and Leveling
- Created
- 7/20/2021
- Updated
- 3/16/2023
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