Lorica - An Intuitive and Compatible Spell Toggle
⚪ Last updated 2018⚠️ 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
- 👍 5.7% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #19 of 25 Magic - Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Also available for Legendary Edition.
Hello, Y3sMan here, I have, with the permission of Aix, uploaded here my rewrite of Lorica. Please feel free to head over and try out the new and improved Lorica, now with safer debuffs and a native UI feature!
Tired of constantly having to recast your favorite buffs? Ocato's Recital too overpowered for you? Smart Cast too unnecessarily complicated? Want to spend a solid hour buffing yourself like Ainz Ooal Gown without your buffs wearing off? Look no further for the most intuitive and easy-to-use spell toggling mod on the market!
CURRENT FEATURES
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[]Cast a spell to toggle it. Cast it again for 0 cost to turn it off. Simple and intuitive.
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]A configurable percentage of the cost of each toggled spell is deducted from your magicka pool while that spell is toggled.[]Grants continuous experience while toggled. Experience amount can be configured in the MCM.
[]Import your favorite modded spells into the system (or it might already be added).
[]Easy to navigate MCM to add or remove spells. Conjuration spells are not added by default, but should work if you add them yourself.
BUGS / COMPATIBILITY
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[]Compatible out of the box with Apocalypse, Lost Grimoire, and Requiem-added spells. Some compatibility scripts may not work in SSE.
[]Fully compatible with mods that adjust the costs of spells like Requiem, Lorica adjust its costs dynamically.
[]Import your own spells through the MCM.
[]Quickly import spells by adding spells to the AIX_UpkeepCustomList FormList with xEdit. Use the MCM to import your custom list.
[]Useful debug/reset tools in MCM on the off-chance things get messed up or you want to uninstall.'
[]There is a limit of 128 spells you can put in Lorica.
UNINSTALLATION
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[]Untoggle your spells and/or reset active spells in MCM by clicking on "Total Upkeep" on the first page.
[]Uncheck the Mod Activated box in MCM.
[]Save your game.
[]Remove the mod.
CREDITS
[]Folken & ElectricSparx - Cool dudes who contributed ideas for finetuning balance.
[]JJ - Witch's cat familiar and mascot.
[]Augh - Two-handed wielding musclebrain who will never use this mod or understand the supremac
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[]Untoggle your spells and/or reset active spells in MCM by clicking on "Total Upkeep" on the first page.
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[]Compatible out of the box with Apocalypse, Lost Grimoire, and Requiem-added spells. Some compatibility scripts may not work in SSE.
Lorica converts many spells into toggle-able abilities, letting you cast once to activate and again to deactivate. It drains a configurable percentage of your magicka while active, offering a balanced, intuitive alternative to traditional spell casting. Ideal for players seeking convenience and compatibility.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-tested with 384 endorsements and 6,732 downloads—clearly a mod people trust.
- The toggle mechanic is a game-changer for QoL, letting you keep buffs up without spamming cast.
- Configurable magicka drain means you can tune it to your preferred difficulty.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2018—might be outdated for the latest Skyrim versions, so check compatibility before installing.
- Only covers 'many' spells, not all—some niche spells might not be toggleable.
- Potential conflicts with other magic overhauls that alter spell behavior; test with your mod list.
For Skyrim players who hate re-casting buffs and want a smoother magic experience. If you're a mage build that relies on constant upkeep spells, this is a must-try. Skip if you prefer vanilla casting or use heavy magic overhauls that might clash.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check if your other magic mods alter the same spells—Lorica might not play nice with them.
- Start with a low magicka drain percentage to see how it feels before cranking it up.
- If you're on Skyrim Special Edition, verify the mod works with your version since it's from 2018.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- Aix
- Version
- 1.0.1
- Downloads
- 6,732
- Endorsements
- 384
- Category
- Magic - Gameplay
- Created
- 10/27/2018
- Updated
- 10/27/2018
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