Deadly Shadows in Riften
⚪ Last updated 2018⚠️ 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
- 👍 0.1% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #48 of 49 Cities, Towns, Villages, and Hamlets mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Stalk your targets from the rooftops of Riften, jump from a building to another but beware, there's no haystack if you fall.
Deadly Shadows in Riften is a compact mod that enhances rooftop traversal in Riften, allowing players to stalk targets from above. With 671 endorsements and nearly half a million downloads, it's a popular choice for stealth-focused Skyrim players. Last updated in 2018, it remains a niche but well-loved addition.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge download count (493k) shows it's a go-to for stealth fans
- Adds a new layer to Riften's verticality—perfect for assassin builds
- Lightweight and focused, doesn't bloat your load order
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2018—might have issues with newer Skyrim versions or mods
- Removing haystacks could be frustrating if you misjudge a jump
For stealth players who love rooftop assassinations and want to use Riften's architecture to their advantage. Also for anyone who wants a fresh take on a familiar city. Skip if you're not into stealth or prefer to keep cities unchanged.
💡 Beginner Tips
- If you're using a mod manager, just download and activate—no special setup needed.
- Test your jumps near the Ratway entrance first to get a feel for the new rooftop paths.
- Pair with a stealth mod like Sneak Tools for more assassination options.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- Vactrol
- Version
- v.1.3
- Downloads
- 493,959
- Endorsements
- 671
- Category
- Cities, Towns, Villages, and Hamlets
- Created
- 9/29/2017
- Updated
- 5/9/2018
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