Lore Friendly Ghosts
🟠 Updated over a year ago⚠️ 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
- 👍 1.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #136 of 148 Immersion mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Lore Friendly Ghosts aims to bring back the glory of the ghosts to Tamriel.
DEFINITIVEST VERSION 1. 5. 1
All the features I wanted to implement are already in place (for real this time!). Feel free to leave suggestions in the comment section for new features. I will be releasing a new version only if issues are reported.
And what is the difference between this mod and others already available?
This mod was inspired by Scary Ghosts - Simplified made by BigSmoochie, which was a refined version of Scary Ghosts SE. Lore Friendly Ghosts is an even more refined version than both, bringing new features and using new tools now available to the community.
Differences to Resistances and Weakness: Being short, R&W is an overhaul (such as Know your Enemy) and touches everything, LFG only affect ghosts and have some different mechanics (read description). If you don't want a full overhaul, this is the way to go. Anyway, scroll down to "Compatibility" section to learn more about how you might make both work together if you are interested.
Does it work with this and that?
See compatibility section.
(READ DISCLAIMER AFTER COMPATIBILITY SECTION)
FEATURES AND MECHANICS
1- What weapons can affect ghosts now?
Following TES Lore: Silver Weapons, Daedric Weapons, Dragonbone Weapons, Bound Weapons and all Daedric/Aedric Artifacts (Dawnbreaker, Mace of Molag Bal, Auriel's Bow and all others). For Skyrim, also the named weapons: Ghostblade, Harkon's Sword, Keening, Rueful Axe, Drainblood Battleaxe, Drainspell Bow and Drainheart Sword.
Lore Friendly Ghosts is a lightweight immersion mod for Skyrim that restores the original concept of ghosts being immune to normal weapons, requiring specific gear to defeat them. It has no scripts, so it can be uninstalled at any time, and it is compatible with other mods. With over 1,000 endorsements and 88,000 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking a more lore-accurate ghost experience.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust with 1,036 endorsements and 88k downloads.
- Script-free design means zero performance hit and no save bloat.
- Works with every mod, so no compatibility headaches.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in May 2025, so it might not be patched for the latest Skyrim updates.
- The description is cut off, so you'll need to check the mod page for full details on which gear is needed.
- If you use mods that alter ghost behavior or combat, you might see conflicts despite the 'works with everything' claim.
For Skyrim players who want a more immersive, lore-accurate ghost encounter without adding heavy scripted systems. If you're a purist who likes the idea of needing silver or enchanted weapons to fight spirits, this is for you. Skip if you prefer fast-paced combat or don't want to change how ghosts behave.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's script-free, you can drop it in and remove it anytime without worrying about save corruption.
- Make sure you have a way to deal with ghosts before installing—carry silver or enchanted weapons.
- If you use a mod manager, install it like any other mod and let it overwrite if prompted.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- Salvinha
- Version
- 1.5.1b
- Downloads
- 88,630
- Endorsements
- 1,036
- Category
- Immersion
- Created
- 9/28/2021
- Updated
- 5/11/2025
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