Kanjs - Heart Stone Beating and Animated

⭐ ⭐⭐ (1,307 endorsements) 📥 781,147 downloads 📌 v1.2 📅 2/2/2024
⚪ Last updated 2024

By Kanjs · Models and Textures

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 2/7/2024 📅 Created: 2/2/2024
⚠️ 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

  • 👍 0.2% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #174 of 517 Models and Textures mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

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What this mod includes

I added remeshes and retextured The Heart Stone up to 8K with some animated beating motion and emissive light, and yes, the animation still works when the item doesn't move!

Available on

If available on XBOX

On my Nexus profile, read about me.

I have plenty of mods too!

Installation

Mod Manager/Manual Extraction to the Skyrim Data folder

Overwrite any existing files. There is 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 program do you use?

Photoshop, Substance Painter, C4D, 3D Coat, Blender, Nifskop, and Real Esrgan

4) What ENB do you use? For support, Modding Guild/Skyrim Guild

CABBAGE ENB

5) I can't download it. Help!

If 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 about the 4K+ version for LE?

For more than 2K, you don't really get more resolution because of the compression.

Special thanks to the Nexus community for using my creation!

The giveaway winner is Althinor, and this was an idea that I made a reality.

If for some reason the files do not work, cause crashes, or cause any other problems, please do not hesitate to contact me.

All screenshots are taken directly from the game!

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

This mod remeshes and retextures The Heart Stone up to 8K, adding an animated beating motion and emissive light. The animation continues even when the item is stationary. A visual upgrade for players who want a more detailed, living Heart Stone.

✨ Key Features

Remeshes and retextures The Heart Stone up to 8K resolution.
Adds an animated beating motion to the Heart Stone.
Includes emissive light effects.
Animation works even when the item is not moving.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • High-resolution 8K textures make the Heart Stone look crisp and detailed.
  • The beating animation adds a cool, immersive touch—it feels alive.
  • Huge community trust with 1,307 endorsements and over 781k downloads.

⚠️ Cons

  • Only affects the Heart Stone, so if you wanted other items animated, this won't help.
  • Last updated in February 2024—might not be compatible with the latest game version, so test before relying on it.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want a more visually striking Heart Stone, especially those with high-end PCs to handle 8K textures. If you're a completionist or love detailed artifacts, this is a must-have. Skip if you're on a low-end rig or don't care about cosmetic changes.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Since the mod is just a texture and mesh replacer, you can install it manually by dropping the files into your Data folder, but using a mod manager like Vortex or MO2 makes it easier to uninstall.
  • If you're using an ENB, the emissive light might look different—adjust your ENB settings if it appears too bright or too dim.
  • Make sure your GPU can handle 8K textures; if you experience stuttering, consider using a lower-resolution version if available.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
Kanjs
Version
1.2
Downloads
781,147
Endorsements
1,307
Category
Models and Textures
Created
2/2/2024
Updated
2/7/2024

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