Kanjs - Bones
⚪ Last updated 2023⚠️ 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
- 👍 0.8% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #228 of 308 Models and Textures mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
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What this mod includes
Remeshes similar to SMIM of most of the bone and a texture up to 4K uncompressed and compressed. If you find more bones that I didn't retexture, just tell me, especially the bones in the creation clubs.
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Installation
Mod Manager / Manual Extraction to the Skyrim Data folder.
Overwrite any existing files. No plugin requirement.
FAQ
1) If I make a video of the mod, will I be on the front page?
The first good-looking video will be on the front page!
2) Can I share my screenshot here?
SFW only, and to do so, post them on media with my mod selected!
3) What programme do you use?
Photoshop, Substance Painter, C4D, 3D Coat, Blender, Nifskop, Real Esrgan
4) What ENB do you use?
CABBAGE ENB
5) I can't download it help!
If the you can't download it just wait at least one hour for the nexus server to fix it before telling me that you can't download it!
6) what the difference between compressed and uncompressed?
Compressed has every texture compressed in the dds format with BC7, and uncompressed is a version where the normal map is umcompressed with the format 8. 8. 8. 8, and yes, there is still midmap with it.
Special thanks to nexus community for using my creation!
If for some reason the files do not work, cause crashes or any other problems, please do not hesitate to contact me.
All screenshots are taken directly from the game!
Kanjs - Bones is a Skyrim mod that remeshes most bone objects similar to SMIM and provides textures up to 4K in both uncompressed and compressed formats. It has 323 endorsements and was last updated in September 2023, making it a solid choice for players seeking improved bone visuals.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 323 endorsements and 40k downloads—clearly a popular pick.
- 4K textures give bones a crisp, high-res look that vanilla can't match.
- SMIM-style remeshing means better geometry, not just a texture swap.
⚠️ Cons
- Only covers bones—if you're after a full SMIM overhaul, this is just a piece of the puzzle.
- 4K textures can hit performance on lower-end rigs, especially with uncompressed files.
- Last updated in 2023, so it might not be fully compatible with the latest Skyrim patches or mods.
For Skyrim modders who want to enhance bone visuals without installing a massive overhaul. If you're a completionist aiming for high-res textures on every object, this is a must-have. Skip if you're on a low-end PC or prefer all-in-one mods.
💡 Beginner Tips
- If you're using a mod manager like Vortex or MO2, just download and install—no manual file placement needed.
- Choose the compressed 4K version if you're worried about VRAM usage; uncompressed is for high-end rigs.
- Load this mod after other texture overhauls to ensure it takes priority for bone meshes.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- Kanjs
- Version
- 1
- Downloads
- 40,159
- Endorsements
- 323
- Category
- Models and Textures
- Created
- 9/2/2023
- Updated
- 9/3/2023
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