Growl - Werebeasts of Skyrim

⭐ ⭐⭐⭐ (22,075 endorsements) 📥 4.2M downloads 📌 v3.7.2 📅 12/25/2019
🟡 Updated this year

By Enai Siaion · Gameplay

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 6/8/2026 📅 Created: 12/25/2019
⚠️ 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

  • 👍 0.5% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #16 of 113 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

External links

Discuss this mod on /r/EnaiRim or the Enairim Discord

Skyrim Legendary Edition version available here

Features

  • []A clean and integrated werebeast overhaul.[/]

    []Makes werebeasts viable at all stages of the game.[/]

    []Many quality of life improvements.[/]

    []Werebears.[/]

    []High level of polish.[/]

    []Lightweight scripts, no save bloat.[/]

    []Can be installed during your playthrough.[/]

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    The beastblood

    Hircine's gift inflicted upon mankind is known as the beastblood. It is not only a strength, but also a curse. You gain the following abilities in both mortal and beast form:

    • []Beastblood: The beastblood grants immunity to disease.[/]

      []Beastblood: The beastblood increases armor by 75 points.[/]

      []Beastblood: The beastblood causes 25% weakness to fire and silver weapons inflict 20 extra damage to you.[/]

      []Call of the Blood: At night, 0-50% (based on the phases of the moon) chance that your curse manifests, forcing you to take the form of the beast.[/]

      [](Argonian) Rabies: Your Argonian blood adds poison damage based on level to your attacks in beast form.[/]

      [](Breton) Skinwalker: Your Breton blood reduces the cooldown of Beast Form by 50%[/]

      [](Dark Elf) Raging Hatred: Your Dark Elven blood extends the duration of Beast Form by 60 seconds.[/]

      [](High Elf) Golden Mane: Your High Elven blood grants 20% resistance to the elements in beast form.[/]

      [](Imperial) Pack Leader: Your Imperial blood reduces the cooldown of howls in beast form by 50%.[/]

      [](Khajiit) Hunting Instinct: Your Khajiit blood reduces the Stamina cost of power attacks in beast form by 20%.[/]

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Growl is a lightweight werewolf and werebear overhaul by Enai Siaion, offering better combat, scaling, experience gain, reworked perks, synergies between beast and mortal forms, lunar transformations, werebears, and quality of life improvements. With 22,075 endorsements and 4.2M downloads, it's a highly popular choice for Skyrim players seeking a polished werebeast experience.

✨ Key Features

Improves werebeast combat and scaling
Adds experience gain for werebeasts
Reworks werebeast perks
Introduces synergies between beast and mortal forms
Includes lunar transformations
Adds werebears and quality of life improvements

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Massive community trust with 22,075 endorsements and 4.2M downloads
  • Lightweight design means it won't bloat your load order
  • From Enai Siaion, a mod author known for quality overhauls

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated June 2026, so it may not be compatible with future Skyrim updates
  • Requires Skyrim and may conflict with other werewolf mods if not patched
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want a streamlined werewolf and werebear overhaul without the complexity of larger mods. If you're tired of vanilla werebeasts feeling weak or clunky, this is for you. Skip if you prefer heavy, feature-packed overhauls with tons of new mechanics.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 5 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Load Growl after other werewolf mods to ensure its changes take priority
  • If you use a mod manager, let it handle the installation to avoid overwriting files
  • Test the lunar transformation feature by waiting until a full moon in-game

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
Enai Siaion
Version
3.7.2
Downloads
4,238,520
Endorsements
22,075
Category
Gameplay
Created
12/25/2019
Updated
6/8/2026

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