First Person Greatsword Idle Fix
⚪ Last updated 2016⚠️ 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.
Preview
🔍 Analysis
- 👍 4.3% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #87 of 103 Animation mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Just a simple replacement for the greatsword idle animation.
🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data
A simple animation replacer that fixes the idle animation for greatswords in first-person view. With 858 endorsements and nearly 20,000 downloads, it's a popular quality-of-life fix for Skyrim players. Last updated in 2016, it remains a go-to for those bothered by the default idle.
✨ Key Features
Replaces the greatsword idle animation in first-person view
Simple, lightweight mod with no extra scripts or dependencies
Popular choice with 858 endorsements and 19,915 downloads
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved fix (858 endorsements) for a common annoyance
- Lightweight and simple—just drop in and go
- High download count (19,915) shows it's a trusted solution
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2016, so it may not be compatible with newer Skyrim versions or mods
- Only affects the idle animation—no other greatsword animations are changed
- Potential conflicts with other animation overhauls that modify the same idle
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who are tired of the default first-person greatsword idle and want a quick fix. If you're using a comprehensive animation overhaul, check for conflicts. Skip if you're looking for more than just an idle tweak.
For Skyrim players who are tired of the default first-person greatsword idle and want a quick fix. If you're using a comprehensive animation overhaul, check for conflicts. Skip if you're looking for more than just an idle tweak.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute
💡 Beginner Tips
- If you're using a mod manager like Vortex or MO2, install this mod and let it overwrite any conflicting animation files.
- For manual install, place the .hkx file into your Data\Meshes\actors\character\animations\ folder.
- If you have other animation mods, load this one last to ensure it takes priority.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- Sable17
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 19,915
- Endorsements
- 858
- Category
- Animation
- Created
- 12/11/2016
- Updated
- 12/11/2016
🔧 How to Install Skyrim Mods
Download from Nexus.
📖 Full step-by-step install guide for Skyrim →
Visit the official mod page for specific installation instructions for this mod.
🎮 Need cheat codes or console commands? Check ur gaming wiki for Skyrim commands, item IDs, and more.
Keep browsing — more Skyrim mods await