Haladoon's Bugs
⚪ Last updated 2017⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 3.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #34 of 149 Immersion mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Ever get bored of always collecting alchemy ingredients as you travel? Now you have a Gatcha style chance to collect over 18 different bugs along with ingredients. Certain plants even have a small chance for a unique bug!
Haladoon's Bugs adds a Gatcha-style chance to collect over 18 different bugs while harvesting alchemy plants in Skyrim, with unique bugs tied to specific plants like Lavender and Deathbell. It also includes an Amber Fossil misc item with a low drop chance from urns. This mod is for players who want a fun, lightweight immersion boost to gathering.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 484 endorsements and over 12,500 downloads, so it's a proven favorite.
- Adds a fun surprise element to gathering without overwhelming you—chances are low but rewarding.
- Unique bugs per plant give you a reason to seek out specific ingredients.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2017, so it may have compatibility issues with newer Skyrim versions or mods.
- Conflicts with popular loot-overhaul mods like Harvest Overhaul Redone, which can break the bug drops.
- No quests or bug collector NPCs despite the author wanting to add them, so it's purely a loot addition.
For Skyrim players who enjoy collecting rare items and want a bit of excitement while gathering alchemy ingredients. It's perfect for immersion-focused playthroughs where you want to slow down and appreciate the world. Skip if you're using a major harvest overhaul or prefer gameplay changes over cosmetic loot additions.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Test the mod by harvesting at least 30 plants to see the bug drops in action—don't expect one every time.
- If you use mods that change plant loot, like Harvest Overhaul Redone, disable them or expect conflicts.
- Listen for the buzz sound when harvesting—it's your cue that you've caught a bug.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- Haladoon
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 12,506
- Endorsements
- 484
- Category
- Immersion
- Created
- 11/25/2017
- Updated
- 11/26/2017
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