HDT-SMP Lantern Physics for LightsOn
🟠 Updated over a year ago⚠️ Install Order · 7 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
🖼️ Gallery (1 images)
🔍 Analysis
- 👍 0.6% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #20 of 90 Clothing and Accessories mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
HDT-SMP LANTERN PHYSICS for LightsOn
This mod adds HDT-SMP to the handheld lanterns based on mathy79's awesome Medieval Lanterns contained in Girapomba's LightsOn.
USAGE
Requires FSMP - Faster HDT-SMP.
Requires LightsOn.
Craft a lantern and equip!
If you already have one, you'll need to re-craft.
COMPATIBILITY and LIMITATIONS
⚠️ NPCs DO NOT WORK
Physics don't engage on NPCs. I'm open to solutions!
⚠️ ENABLING 1ST PERSON SUPPORT
HDT-SMP physics only work in 3rd person by default.
To enable 1st person physics, do the following:
1. Make sure "No SMP for your PC when in 1st person view" is unticked in the FSMP Mod Configuration Menu:
2. Enable "Third Person Torch" using Improved Camera SE:
2A. Open the menu with LEFT SHIFT + HOME keys.
2B. Choose "General" from the "View" dropdown.
⚠️ CHANGING ARMOR SLOT
HDT-SMP requires an equipment slot in order to engage the physics. SLOT 49 is used.
This can be modified using xEdit by navigating towards the Armor and Armor Addon records and changing the biped slot.
CREDITS
❤️ mathy79 for Medieval Lanterns.
❤️ Everglaid for the basis of the config files, taken from Nirn Necessities.
❤️ hoshinocomet for the files and tutorial used as a foundation.
❤️ GiraPomba for collaborating, and LightsOn.
This mod adds HDT-SMP physics to the 15 handheld Medieval Lanterns from LightsOn, making them sway and bounce realistically as you move. It's a niche enhancement for players who want more immersion in their Skyrim lantern-carrying experience. With 218 endorsements and recent updates, it's a small but appreciated addition.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 218 endorsements and 35k downloads—people are using it.
- Adds a subtle but noticeable immersion boost for lantern-carrying moments.
- Simple install if you already have HDT-SMP and LightsOn set up.
⚠️ Cons
- Requires both HDT-SMP and LightsOn, so it's not a standalone drop-in.
- Only affects the 15 lanterns from LightsOn—if you use other lantern mods, no physics.
- Physics mods can be finicky with other body or armor mods; expect potential clipping.
For Skyrim players who already use LightsOn and HDT-SMP and want that extra bit of physical realism when carrying lanterns. If you're not into physics mods or don't use LightsOn, this isn't for you. It's a small polish mod for immersion enthusiasts.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you have HDT-SMP installed and working before adding this mod, or the lanterns will just float stiffly.
- Use a mod manager like MO2 to install this over LightsOn to keep your load order clean.
- If you see lanterns clipping through your character, try adjusting the physics settings in your HDT-SMP config.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- Fuzzles
- Version
- 1.1.1
- Downloads
- 35,115
- Endorsements
- 218
- Category
- Clothing and Accessories
- Created
- 1/13/2025
- Updated
- 2/14/2025
🔧 How to Install Skyrim Mods
Download from Nexus.
📖 Full step-by-step install guide for Skyrim →
Visit the official mod page for specific installation instructions for this mod.
🎮 Need cheat codes or console commands? Check ur gaming wiki for Skyrim commands, item IDs, and more.
Keep browsing — more Skyrim mods await