Eltmer (Fairy Race) SE
⚪ Last updated 2020⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 3.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #10 of 22 Races, Classes, and Birthsigns mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
The Eltmeri or Holy Elves
The Eltmeri are descendants of the Aldmeri and closely related to the Ayleids. Contrary to the Ayleids though, the Eltmeri followed a different path to adapt to the new home in Tamriel. They never developed a civilization. Instead, as they disagreed with the ambitious path of civization taken by the Ayleids, the Eltmeri have chosen to adapt to life in Tamriel forming small groups of tribes in deep interaction with nature and researching the natural magic potential of the continent. At first, the Eltmeri were very friendly to humans, but - as the Ayleid civilization advanced, the Eltmeri took refuge in hiding and, due to unknown reasons (some say that a plague killed too many Eltmeri women, the Eltmeri say the plague were the Ayleids), they got used to raid the villages of the Nedes and steal their women. As a result of that, they much resemble humans in appearance and, contrary to other elves, have no obsession with "racial purity". Notwithstanding their efforts, the Eltmeri dwindled in number and because of this most people believe the Eltmeri are only a myth. They prefer hiding and, when they meet other people, the Eltmeri say they are "People of the Forests".
As a result of their love of nature, magic, and sunlight - and the need to remain hidden from men and other elves - the Eltmeri developed forms of magic akin to alteration, but specialized in changing their shape and projecting their spirits in different physical forms. Because of this, most people believe the Eltmeri are only a myth and think they are fairies or other spirits of the forests.
The Eltmeri are highly skilled in magic and there is no school of magic they cannot master. They are also agile and very proficient in hand to hand combat. Almost as a natural compensation to that, their forms of magic make them weak to many kinds of metal, so they avoid direct contact with metals. Consequently, the Eltmeri have no skills with any weapons other than bone or stone daggers, axes, and simple longbows.
Due to their affinity with creatures of nature, a few Eltmeri felt compelled to attempt to form a bond with the dragons that were recently seen in Skyrim and to try to attain a deeper understanding of what is the root of their connection - if there is any - with these mighty creatures of "legend".
Requirements
Racecompatibility for Skyrim Special Edition
Dynamic Animation Replacer
XP32 Maximum Skeleton Special Extended - XPMSSE
Installation
01 - Install SKSE64
Eltmer (Fairy Race) SE adds a new playable race, the Eltmeri, a nature-loving, magic-focused elf race with lore tied to the Ayleids. It offers unique racial abilities and weaknesses, including proficiency in magic and hand-to-hand combat but vulnerability to metal. For players seeking a lore-rich, magical race option in Skyrim Special Edition.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 284 endorsements and over 9,000 downloads, showing solid interest.
- Rich lore integration that ties into existing Elder Scrolls mythology, perfect for roleplayers.
- Offers a distinct playstyle: magic-focused with hand-to-hand combat, avoiding traditional weapons.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2020, so it may not be compatible with the latest Skyrim SE patches or mods.
- No weapon skills means melee players will need to rely on magic or unarmed combat, which might not suit everyone.
- As a race mod, it may conflict with other mods that alter race records or appearance overhauls.
For Skyrim players who love deep lore and want a magical, nature-themed race with a unique backstory. Perfect for roleplayers who enjoy playing as a hidden, mystical elf with a focus on magic and unarmed combat. Skip if you prefer traditional weapon-based gameplay or want a race with more conventional combat options.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since the race has no weapon skills, focus on leveling Destruction, Alteration, and Hand-to-Hand (if using a mod) to maximize effectiveness.
- Be aware of the metal weakness—avoid wearing heavy armor or using metal weapons; stick to leather or fur armor and magic.
- If you use other race mods, check load order to ensure Eltmer doesn't overwrite your preferred race edits.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- Sunspot2
- Version
- 1.0.1
- Downloads
- 9,125
- Endorsements
- 284
- Category
- Races, Classes, and Birthsigns
- Created
- 7/21/2020
- Updated
- 7/21/2020
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