Daedric Beasts

⭐ ⭐⭐ (3,420 endorsements) 📥 484,762 downloads 📌 v2.1 📅 3/12/2018
⚪ Last updated 2022

By opusGlass · Creatures and Mounts

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 1/7/2022 📅 Created: 3/12/2018
⚠️ 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

  • 👍 0.7% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #4 of 81 Creatures and Mounts mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

A bloodthirsty, monstrous servant of Molag Bal, the goat-like Bloodhorn is a favorite summon among vampires. The Huntbeast, on the other hand, is a savage elk-like beast that constantly roams Hircine's Hunting Grounds in search of prey. It is often summoned by Hagravens, who use their nature-based magic to bind it to their will. Both creatures are rare in Skyrim, and that is probably for the best...while the small ones may be bested by a skilled swordsman or mage, both creatures can grow quite large and deadly. Very few warriors are capable of defeating a Savage Bloodhorn...or worse yet, a Goliath Huntbeast.

"Their third eye creeps me out."

-Someone, probably

This mod adds two new Daedric creatures - The Huntbeast of Hircine and the Bloodhorn of Molag Bal.

  • []24 Huntbeast variants and 12 Bloodhorn variants

    -Huntbeast: 3 textures x 2 meshes x 4 sizes; Bloodhorn: 2 textures x 2 meshes x 3 sizes[]Power scales with size

    []Strategically incorporated to preserve balance, using:

    -Hand-placed creatures; Leveled list entries; Wild encounter events (rare)[]"Bovine Defense Force" Easter Egg

    Install: Use a mod manager or install manually, then enable the plugin.

    Requirements: Dawnguard.

    Uninstall: Relatively safe, clean your save to get rid of any left-over scripts.

    Compatiblity: Make a Bashed Patch for leveled lists. Otherwise, no compatibility issues are known.

    Where will I encounter each creature?

    Huntbeasts: Bloated Man's Grotto, Glenmoril Coven, randomly as a Hagraven companion, Bovine Defense Force (read below), plus very rare wild encounters.

    Bloodhorns: Several in the Dawnguard questline, Movarth's Lair, randomly as a vampire companion, during eclipse attacks, plus very rare wild encounters.

    I haven't seen any red or zebra Huntbeasts. Red is a bit rare and zebra is very rare.

    Didn't Mihail already make this creature? Mihail already did a port of TW3's Fiend and Chort, but I thought there was room for improvement, and the Fiend is my favorite TW3 creature, so I released my version. I was actually working on mine before Mihail's was released and almost abandoned the project, but several people encouraged me to finish my version. It is rigged to a different animation than Mihail's and includes the thick fur that Mihail missed.

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Daedric Beasts adds two new Daedric creatures to Skyrim: Hircine's Huntbeasts and Molag Bal's Bloodhorns, with 24 and 12 variants respectively. A popular creature pack for players seeking more Daedric variety in their game.

✨ Key Features

Adds two new Daedric creatures: Huntbeasts of Hircine and Bloodhorns of Molag Bal.
Includes 24 Huntbeast variants and 12 Bloodhorn variants.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • High endorsement count (3,420) and nearly half a million downloads show it's a well-loved mod.
  • Large variety with 36 total variants keeps encounters fresh.
  • Fits seamlessly into Skyrim's Daedric lore for immersive gameplay.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2022, so may not be compatible with the latest Skyrim versions or other mods.
  • Only adds creatures, no new quests or locations—pure enemy variety.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want more Daedric enemies to fight and enjoy lore-friendly creature additions. Skip if you're looking for new quests or gameplay mechanics—this is purely an enemy pack.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure to place this mod lower in your load order to avoid conflicts with other creature mods.
  • If you use a mod manager, let it handle the installation to keep your data folder clean.
  • Consider pairing with a combat overhaul to make the new creatures more challenging.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
opusGlass
Version
2.1
Downloads
484,762
Endorsements
3,420
Category
Creatures and Mounts
Created
3/12/2018
Updated
1/7/2022

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