Dual Wield Blocking and Attack Cancelling SSE
⚪ Last updated 2017⚠️ 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
- 👍 1.8% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #30 of 36 Combat mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This mod was made at a time where SKSE was not available for Special Edition.
Since it's release, Dual Wield Blocking from Oldrim has been made available on Special Edition, and this mod is now obsolete.
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[]AttackCancel.esp : Allows you to cancel normal (not powerattacks) melee swings before they connect using the "Sheathe Weapons" key, like you can do with bows.
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]Dual Wield Blocking.esp : Allows you to block with the R key if you aren't attacking and aren't sneaking (Sneak and use R to sheathe your weapons). Like the original Dual Wield Parrying mod, this doesn't work if you have a staff, spell, bow or crossbow in your right hand. - Dual Wield Blocking - Optional Attack Canceling.esp: Combine the two other plugins
Also include animation files that replaces the broken dual wield blocking idle with the torch's animation instead.
Installation:
Just install the desired plugin. Load order doesn't matter.
Compatibility:
Mostly compatible with every mod available, unless they change the exact same thing (which means you don't need this mod).
Current Issues:
Activating any object that forces you to sheath weapons (Enchanting table, Forge, etc...) while your weapons are unsheathed causes you to block. This is only a minor issue and you'll simply have to sneak and manually sheathe your weapon before using these objects.
This Skyrim Special Edition mod lets dual-wielding players block attacks by pressing the sheathe key, adding defensive options to a playstyle that normally lacks them. With 701 endorsements and 39,358 downloads, it's a compact utility for players who want more versatility in combat.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-tested with 701 endorsements and 39k downloads—plenty of players trust it.
- Fills a real gap: dual-wield builds finally get a defensive option.
- One-key solution—no complex setup, just bind and go.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2017, so it may not be compatible with newer Skyrim SE patches or mods.
- Uses the sheathe key for blocking, which could conflict with other mods that rebind that key.
- No built-in customization—you're stuck with the sheathe key as the block trigger.
For dual-wield warriors who hate being unable to block and want a simple fix. Also for players who enjoy experimenting with combat styles and don't mind a dated mod. Skip if you prefer modern, actively maintained combat overhauls.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to assign the sheathe key in your controls—it's the default 'R' on PC, but you can rebind it.
- Test the block in a safe area first to ensure it doesn't interfere with your normal sheathe/unsheathe actions.
- If you use other combat mods, check their keybindings to avoid conflicts.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- Sabrio204
- Version
- 1.00
- Downloads
- 39,358
- Endorsements
- 701
- Category
- Combat
- Created
- 4/27/2017
- Updated
- 4/27/2017
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