Gallows of Skyrim SSE
⚪ Last updated 2019⚠️ 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
- 👍 1.6% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #96 of 148 Immersion mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Gallows of Skyrim SSE
This is a Port of the Mod: Gallows of Skyrim 2. 0
Description
Have you ever wondered why the Jarls of Skyrim never really punish
criminals, poachers and deserters? Well, wonder no more! This mod adds
gallows to every single city in Skyrim and provides the much needed dark
fantasy atmosphere that was missing.
Gallows act as a deterrent and grim symbol of the power of high justice
(the French word for gallows, potence, stems from the Latin word potentia, meaning "power")
Many old prints of European cities show such a permanent gallows erected on a prominent hill outside the walls,
or more commonly near the castle or other seat of justice.
Compatibility
All skeleton mods should work unless the neck node was altered
I have noticed some minor clipping in winterhold if you use The Great Cittys but it is still working.
City Entrance Overhaul - Windhelm and Markarth cause some cliping, and lower the ground below the Gallows.
Expansions planed by the original author
1. Add gallows to the wilderness
2. Add gallows to the military camps
3. Add gallows to the Thalmor Embassy
Credits
ChrisKley for the original mod.
Gallows of Skyrim 2. 0
gandaganza for the gallow recources
Gallows - Just Another Resource
Jebbalon for fixing the bugs this mod had and the scripts
Jebbalon's Hanged Man Corrected Scripts
My other mods:
MB's True Graphics and Immersion List
Retexture for The Scroll SE
Skaal Coat Replacer (MofuMofu) SE
ArrowBlock(REAL Deflect Arrow) SSE
Nightingale Shadowcloak SSE
Adds gallows to every major settlement in Skyrim, enhancing the game's immersion by introducing execution structures throughout the world. A simple, lore-friendly addition for players seeking atmospheric environmental details.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 1,620 endorsements and over 100k downloads
- Lightweight immersion boost that fits seamlessly into the world
- Adds a grim touch to cities without altering gameplay
⚠️ Cons
- No updates since 2019, so may have compatibility issues with newer mods
- Potential conflicts with mods that overhaul city layouts or add new structures
- Limited scope—only adds gallows, so not for players wanting deeper immersion features
For Skyrim players who want a quick, atmospheric addition to make cities feel more medieval and harsh. Perfect for immersion-focused playthroughs without heavy mods. Skip if you're looking for gameplay changes or extensive overhauls.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2 to install and manage load order easily.
- Place this mod early in your load order to avoid conflicts with city overhauls.
- Check for patches if you use mods like JK's Skyrim or The Great Cities.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- ChrisKley
- Version
- 1.1
- Downloads
- 103,861
- Endorsements
- 1,620
- Category
- Immersion
- Created
- 6/12/2019
- Updated
- 12/23/2019
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