Disarming Traps Is Dangerous
⚪ 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
- 👍 0.5% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #17 of 99 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
While disarming a trap by lockpicking it, breaking your lockpick may trigger the trap..esl version available.
This gameplay mod for Skyrim makes trap disarming riskier: if your lockpick breaks while attempting to disarm a trap, the trap may trigger. With over 2,000 endorsements and 391k downloads, it's a popular hardcore twist for stealth players. An ESL version is available.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust (2,047 endorsements, 391k downloads)
- Adds real stakes to trap disarming for stealth builds
- Lightweight and modular with ESL option
⚠️ Cons
- No updates since 2018 — may have compatibility issues with newer Skyrim versions
- Only affects lockpick-based trap disarming, not other methods
- No detailed documentation on trigger chance or compatibility
For stealth-focused players who want more tension when disarming traps. Also great for survival/hardcore playthroughs. Skip if you prefer safe, predictable trap mechanics.
💡 Beginner Tips
- If using the ESL version, make sure your mod manager supports ESL files.
- Test the mod in a save before committing to a playthrough, as it changes trap behavior.
- Pair with mods that increase lockpick scarcity for a more punishing experience.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- Skepmanmods
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 391,611
- Endorsements
- 2,047
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 12/7/2018
- Updated
- 12/7/2018
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