Haugbui - A Draugr Overhaul
⚪ Last updated 2022⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 0.1% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #4 of 50 Creatures and Mounts mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
-HAUGBUI-A Draugr Overhaul
(a.k.a, the mod formerly known as Briraka's Draugr Overhaul)
What this mod does, is that it tries to address these shortcomings in order to deliver an improved dungeon diving experience.
DRAUGR REVAMPED:
- All named bosses now have unique designs taking into account the lore surrounding them.
- King Borgas has been added into Korvanjund. Previously, he had only been mentioned in dialogue.
- New variations of the Hulking Draugr have been added in. The lower level Savage Draugr, and the higher level Draugr Revenant. All tiers have been given two-handed version as well.
- Warlocks have been given Deathlord tier variants.
- The spectral draugr in Labyrinthian are now called "Hallowed Dead" and have been given male variants.
- Generic bosses have a chance to be female.
- A new boss, the Draugr Winter King, can be encountered at about the same time as Dragon Priests.
DRAUGR REBALANCED:
- Non-Ebony wielding Deathlords have been changed into their own tier, the Draugr Bane.
- All Deathlords now use the same Ebony template, instead of just the archers.
- Archers will no longer have more health than the other draugr types.
NEW ANCIENT ITEMS:
- Draugr now use worn out, beat-up dented and rusted iron shields.
- Higher tiers of draugr will carry Ancient Ebony and Stalhrim gear that can be upgraded to Nord Hero variants.
- Sovngarde NPCs will no longer carry around rusty old Ancient Nord weapons, and instead have Nord Hero.
- The Steel Battleaxe of Firey Souls has been changed into a leveled Ancient Nord Battleaxe, and has been given to Warlord Gathrik.
- The Gauldur Blackblade, Gauldur Blackbow, Staff of Jyrik Gauldurson, and Halldir's Staff have been given new models and textures.
Compatibility:
Patches have been made for the follwing mods:
- Cannibal Draugr on Solstheim by opusGlass
- Creation Club Fishing
- Weapons Armor Clothing and Clutter Fixes by Kryptopyr
Haugbui is a lightweight draugr overhaul for Skyrim that adds balance tweaks, new items, unique boss designs, and additional enemy variants. With over 4,300 endorsements and 4.3 million downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking fresh draugr encounters without heavy overhauls.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust (4,311 endorsements, 4.3M downloads)
- Lightweight approach means less conflict with other mods
- Adds variety without overhauling the whole game
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2022 — may need patches for newer Skyrim versions
- Balance tweaks might not suit purists who prefer vanilla difficulty
For Skyrim players who want more draugr variety and tougher boss fights without a massive overhaul. If you're tired of the same old draugr and want new loot and challenges, this is for you. Skip if you prefer strictly vanilla enemies or want a comprehensive creature overhaul.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Load this mod after other draugr-related mods to ensure its changes take priority.
- Check for compatibility patches if you use other creature overhauls.
- Use a mod manager to easily enable/disable and test with your current load order.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- Briraka
- Version
- 4.2
- Downloads
- 4,301,379
- Endorsements
- 4,311
- Category
- Creatures and Mounts
- Created
- 5/30/2019
- Updated
- 11/2/2022
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