ESPFE Follower - Eslify facegen and voices

⭐ ⭐⭐ (1,474 endorsements) 📥 83,838 downloads 📌 v1.7.1 📅 10/1/2021
🟠 Updated over a year ago

By MaskedRPGFan · Utilities

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 11/25/2024 📅 Created: 10/1/2021
⚠️ 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

  • 👍 1.8% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #4 of 46 Utilities mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

This is xEdit script which converts ESP Follower mod to ESPFE. In theory, it should convert any ESP plugin that is suitable for this, not only followers.

BEWARE THIS IS BETA VERSION, but it works :D

If my tool helped you, please endorse.

Requirements for converting the plugin to ESPFE format:

  • []less than 4,096 records

    []ESP format without ESL flag

    []no new cell records (if you know what you are doing you can use the optional version with this requirement turned off)

    Unpack bsa if you have facegen meshes, textures or voice files packed into them.

    If the plugin cannot be converted, the script exits without doing anything.

    What does it do:

    • []checks if the plugin can be converted and prints information about it

      []renumbering all records that require renumbering

      []set the ESL flag

      []copies and renames Facegen textures

      []copies and renames Facegen meshes + edits this meshes, changing the old texture path to the new one

      []copies and renames all voice files (fuz, wav, lip, xwm)

      What it doesn't do:

      • []generate seq file

        []save the modified plugin

        => HOW TO CREATE SEQ FILE <=

        Right click on plugin:

        Installation:

        • []put the script in the Edit Scripts folder in SSEEdit.

          Instruction:

          • []load the plugin you want to convert to SSEEdit

            []select this plugin in the left tree menu

            []use the CTRL + ALT + E shortcut or the "Apply Script" command and select "__ESPFEFollower" script.

            []right click on plugin, use "Other -> Create SEQ File"

            []use CTRL + S to save the plugin

            []IF you use MO2 new files are in Overwrite directory (meshes, textures and voice files, plugin is converted not copied)

            FAQ:

            Which mods should not be converted?

            SkyUI_SE.esp, RaceMenu.esp, RaceMenuPlugin.esp and FNIS.esp. The general rule is not to convert any mods whose RecordIDs are used in scripts. Also, do not convert any mods in the current game or just start a new game.

            I have other errors after conversion.

            Please make sure, you loaded mod normally. Please don't use SHIFT to load mods quickly.

            What is ESPFE, ESL, ESP?

            Normal ESP and ESM plugins have a limit of 256. (But Skyrim. ESM, Update. ESM, etc take up some of those).

            ESLs are "light" plugins. They contain 4096 or fewer records, with new 1. 71 format introduced in v1. 6. 1130 update (old, 1. 70 format has half of this range). They have a limit of 2048. ESLs are loaded, along with ESMs, before

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

This is an xEdit script that converts ESP follower mods to ESPFE (ESL-flagged) plugins, potentially working on any suitable ESP. With 1,474 endorsements and frequent updates, it's a popular utility for Skyrim modders looking to save plugin slots.

✨ Key Features

Converts ESP follower mods to ESPFE format using an xEdit script
In theory, converts any ESP plugin suitable for ESL flagging, not just followers
Active development with a recent update on November 25, 2024

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community-approved with 1,474 endorsements and over 83k downloads
  • Frees up plugin slots by ESL-flagging follower mods, a must-have for load order hoarders
  • Actively maintained, last updated November 2024

⚠️ Cons

  • Requires xEdit knowledge; not for modding newbies
  • Conversion can break mods if they have records that can't be ESL-flagged, so you need to test carefully
  • Compatibility risk: some follower mods may not convert cleanly, and you'll need to verify in-game
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim modders who have hit the 255 plugin limit and want to squeeze in more follower mods. If you're comfortable with xEdit and understand ESL flags, this is a lifesaver. Skip if you're a casual player who just wants to install mods without technical tinkering.
📦 Install:Medium· 5-10 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make a backup of your follower mod's ESP before running the script, just in case.
  • After conversion, check the mod in xEdit for any errors or records that didn't convert properly.
  • Test the follower in-game to ensure dialogue and facegen work correctly after conversion.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
MaskedRPGFan
Version
1.7.1
Downloads
83,838
Endorsements
1,474
Category
Utilities
Created
10/1/2021
Updated
11/25/2024

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