Dragon Priest Fix - Behaviour Overhaul

⭐ ⭐⭐ (1,767 endorsements) 📥 1.3M downloads 📌 v1.6.1 📅 6/25/2021
⚪ Last updated 2022

By Maskroz · Animation

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 4/29/2022 📅 Created: 6/25/2021
⚠️ 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

  • 👍 0.1% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #163 of 201 Animation mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Nemesis is required for this to work, without it you may experience t-poses at best or crashes at worst.

Use Undeath - Classical Lichdom and it's requirements for the best possible experience.

Make sure to load this below Undeath if using it. Otherwise the righthand self-casting will not as intended.

What this mod does
This mod aims to overhaul and enhance dragon priest behaviour while also fixing old bugs and visual inconsistencies.

Features

  • []"Unlocks" the spell casting

    []Fixes long-standing bugs

    []Rudimentary sprinting behaviour

    Unlocked casting

    By unlocked casting I refer to the ability to cast or charge a spell in one hand while already using a spell in the other hand. This was not possible in vanilla which I felt was a big limitation for any combat as a dragon priest.

    The left hand fire and forget animation would force the spell to be shot and cycle through different animations when charging too long.

    The right hand self-cast fire and forget spell now uses the correct animation.

    The dual self-cast animation would interrupt itself causing the spell to never be fired and the animation to loop in one specific place.

    Sprinting behaviour

    The sprinting behaviour is currently described as rudimentary because it only works while sheathing your hands. This will change in the future.

    Installing & Updating

    • []Download and install the mod and its requirements using your preferred mod manager

      []Download and install Nemesis

      []Download and install Ultimate Combat and Creatures Behaviour compatibility for Nemesis

      []Run Nemesis and tick "Dragon Priest Fix - Behaviour Overhaul" along with any other Nemesis mods you use from the patch list

      []Click "Update Engine" and wait for it to finish

      []Click "Launch Nemesis Behavior Engine"

      []Enjoy

      Whenever an update is released go through the steps above, with the exception of step 2 and 3 since Nemesis is already downloaded by that point.

      Future plans/roadmap

      Check out the article for future plans

      In no particular order

      Antioch08: For creating Undeath

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

This mod overhauls dragon priest behavior in Skyrim, fixing bugs and visual inconsistencies. With 1,767 endorsements and 1.3 million downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking improved enemy AI. Last updated in 2022, it remains relevant for many setups.

✨ Key Features

Overhauls dragon priest behavior to make combat more engaging
Fixes old bugs and visual inconsistencies
Popular with 1,767 endorsements and 1.3 million downloads

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Huge community trust (1.3M downloads, 1.7K endorsements)
  • Tackles both gameplay and visual polish in one package
  • Still relevant despite 2022 update

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2022 – may need compatibility checks with newer mods
  • Potential conflicts with other dragon priest overhauls
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want smarter, more polished dragon priest fights without overhauling the whole game. If you're tired of buggy or predictable priest AI, this is a solid pick. Skip if you prefer total combat overhauls or don't care about enemy behavior.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Load this mod after other dragon priest mods to ensure its changes take priority.
  • Check for patches if you use combat overhauls like Wildcat or Ordinator.
  • Use a mod manager to easily toggle it on/off for testing.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
Maskroz
Version
1.6.1
Downloads
1,280,700
Endorsements
1,767
Category
Animation
Created
6/25/2021
Updated
4/29/2022

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