Fishing Extension Framework
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 0.2% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #1 of 16 Overhauls mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Fishing Extension Framework
This framework provides a reimplemented version of fishing's systems that allows mods to add their own wholly new biomes and new rods as well as some new added features to round out the available functions, such as expanded manipulation of weather when fishing. The framework is centralised
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Installation:
The framework should function on an existing save, but changes to the junk lists on existing fishing spots you have been near in game will not be updated until they reset (usually 10 days). I cannot guarantee that it will function correctly if you add the framework to a save using another fishing system mod with/without a patch.
Compatibility:
Due to the way the framework is set up, patches for FEF will be needed only for using mods that edit ccBGSSSE001_FishingSystemScript and/or ccBGSSSE001_FishCatchData and will not affect any individual mods using the framework directly.
Streamlined Fishing - Compatible
Fishing Reduced Cut - Compatible
Real Tutorial Prompts - Use Optional Loose Patched Script or Immersive Fishing
Fishing Preview - Use Optional Loose Patched Script or Immersive Fishing
Immersive Fishing - Compatible + Makes everything below compatible as well!
Simple Fishing Overhaul - Incompatible - Edits the Fishing System script
Fancy Fishing - Incompatible - Edits the Fishing System script
Fish Anywhere With Water - Incompatible - FAWW does not pick up extra biomes
Anything that doesn't edit the system script should be mostly compatible and will make use of newly added rods.
Mod Authors
Weather Manipulation:
FEF adds two new keywords for interacting with Fishing's weather functions.
FEF_SummonsClear (03FEF001)
FEF_SummonsRain (03FEF000)
While fishing itself has a keyword for summoning rain, unlike the original, these added keywords can be added to either armor pieces or magic effects. These keywords are injected into Hearthfire, meaning these can be added to a mod to add this effect patchlessly withou
Fishing Extension Framework by Jelidity overhauls the fishing system to support new rods, biome types, and weather-based keyword options. With 380 endorsements and 234,206 downloads, it's a popular framework for modders and players seeking expanded fishing mechanics.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Solid community backing with 380 endorsements and over 234k downloads
- Framework approach opens up tons of possibilities for other mods
- Actively maintained — last updated July 2026
⚠️ Cons
- Requires understanding of modding frameworks to get the most out of it
- Potential compatibility issues with other fishing mods — no compatibility notes
For modders and players who want to expand fishing mechanics with custom rods, biomes, and weather effects. If you're into fishing and want more variety, this is a must-have. Skip if you're looking for a standalone fishing overhaul with new content out of the box.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check if your game version is compatible with the mod's last update (July 2026) before installing.
- Use a mod manager to keep track of dependencies and avoid conflicts with other fishing mods.
- Look for other mods that build on this framework to get the full experience.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- Jelidity
- Version
- 1.0.1
- Downloads
- 234,206
- Endorsements
- 380
- Category
- Overhauls
- Created
- 11/10/2025
- Updated
- 7/28/2026
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