Disabled Tree Branches in Forgotten Vale
🟠 Updated over a year ago⚠️ 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
- 👍 0.3% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #5 of 49 Environmental mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
I didn't like those fallen branches because they use the vanilla-based models and look very out of place in a modded game. Since I use tree replacer mods, and those mods don't have models to replace these branches as well, I decided to make a quick xEdit esp to set them as disabled.
There are only 4 of them that I noticed while in game, but if anyone finds others that aren't covered here, let me know their RefIDs and I'll add them.
ESL flagged.
This small environmental mod removes the fallen pine tree branches scattered on the ground in the Forgotten Vale from the Dawnguard DLC. It's a simple visual cleanup for players who find the branches distracting or immersion-breaking. With 122 endorsements and 36,082 downloads, it's a niche but popular choice for Skyrim modders.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 122 endorsements and over 36k downloads
- Simple, focused fix for a specific visual annoyance
- No gameplay impact, so it's safe to add to any load order
⚠️ Cons
- Only affects the Forgotten Vale, so if you want branch removal elsewhere, this won't help
- Might conflict with other mods that alter the same area's meshes or textures
- Last updated in March 2025, so it may not be compatible with the latest Skyrim patches
For Skyrim players who are bothered by the fallen branches in the Forgotten Vale and want a cleaner look without changing gameplay. It's perfect for immersion-focused modders who appreciate small environmental tweaks. Skip if you're looking for broader visual overhauls or gameplay changes.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to install and manage this mod easily.
- Place this mod after other environmental overhauls in your load order to ensure it takes effect.
- If you're playing with the Dawnguard DLC, make sure the mod is active before entering the Forgotten Vale to see the change.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- Echo
- Version
- 2.0
- Downloads
- 36,082
- Endorsements
- 122
- Category
- Environmental
- Created
- 6/2/2023
- Updated
- 3/22/2025
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