Dovahbear Companion SSE
⚪ Last updated 2020⚠️ 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
- 👍 2.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #5 of 6 Followers & Companions - Creatures mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
The author of this mod has been inactive for some time. An attempt was made to reach out to them before posting this, but their mod permissions do state it can be uploaded with credit to the original author. As such, maymay1588 has been added as an author and reserves the right to manage, make changes to, update, hide or remove this mod entirely from
the SSE Nexus.
This is a simple port of Dovahbear Companion by maymay1588.
No changes were made to any of the meshes, textures or core mechanics, I have simply taken the original ESP and re-saved it for SSE; meshes, textures and scripts have been left loose; an attempt was made to archive them, but this appeared to break the mod.
This mod has been provided with and without werebear variants (same as original); as ESP & ESL, in case you want to save your load order; and additional textures have been provided in an optional 7zip archive as well. These textures can be dragged into /textures/dovabear within your Skyrim or Mod Virtualization folder (if using a mod manager such as MO, etc).
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====Author's Note====
UPDATE 3APR2014: Dovahbear with Werebear transformation will now require Dragonborn DLC. Sorry!
UPDATE 24FEB2013: Added Dovahbear call and load screen. Instructions are in the "Instructions" section.
UPDATE 17FEB2013: The Dovahbear transformation into Werebear is available for download under optional files, but the human transformation is still not working.
For those who want a more stealthy or quiet Dovahbear, try out this mod by Rexxux: http://skyrim.nexusmods.com/mods/31850
UPDATE 10FEB2013: Zachriel allowed me to add panda bear textures to this mod.
UPDATE 03Feb2013: Zeroeternalz added a new file that will allow for shouting and other animations.
UPDATE: I am changing this to beta for the fact a lot of add-ons are planned.
v2. 5Beta changelog
A- Removed the broken/unfinished playable race which caused the game to crash
B- The original esp accidentally deleted 4 vanilla relationship entries, that was fixed
D- Removed all the changes that were made to the bee and barb inn (except
the placement of the bear ofc) so that it doesn't conflict with anything
that uses/modifies this inn
Okay obviously this is more of a joke mod, but maybe someone actually wants an adorable, helmet wearing
bear to follow them around. Unfortunately, he acts and fights like a
bear in game typically does. I tried applying a human skeleton so that
he could run around wielding a sword, slashing down foes, and using a
Dovahbear Companion SSE adds a legendary bear companion to Skyrim Special Edition, ported by Athelos. With 403 endorsements and 19,079 downloads, it's a popular creature follower mod for players seeking a unique animal ally. Last updated in August 2020.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Solid community approval with 403 endorsements and nearly 20k downloads.
- Adds a unique creature companion for players tired of standard followers.
- SSE port means it's ready for Special Edition without conversion hassle.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2020, so it may have compatibility issues with newer Skyrim updates or mods.
- As a creature follower, it might not have the depth of dialogue or quests that human followers offer.
- Potential conflicts with other mods that alter creature behavior or follower systems.
For Skyrim players who want a distinctive animal companion to accompany them on adventures, especially those who enjoy creature followers over human ones. If you're looking for a follower with deep storylines or extensive dialogue, this might not be for you.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to place this mod in your load order after any mods that overhaul creature AI or follower frameworks.
- If you're using a mod manager, use the preview feature to see the bear's model before installing.
- Check for patches if you use other popular follower mods to avoid conflicts.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- maymay1588
- Version
- 3.0
- Downloads
- 19,079
- Endorsements
- 403
- Category
- Followers & Companions - Creatures
- Created
- 8/5/2020
- Updated
- 8/6/2020
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