More Undying Undead

⭐ ⭐ (366 endorsements) 📥 330,869 downloads 📌 v2.1.3 📅 6/5/2023
⚪ Last updated 2024

By LeucisticDinosaur · Gameplay

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 3/17/2024 📅 Created: 6/5/2023
⚠️ Install Order · 6 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 ↗
6📦 Spell Perk Item Distributor (SPID) Find it →

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 0.1% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #48 of 99 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

This mod makes undead enemies come back to life unless they're killed in one of several (configurable) ways.

Options for ways to kill undead permanently include:

  • []Fire spells and enchantments

    []Turn Undead spells and enchantments

    []Disintegration and decapitation

    []Silver weapons

    []Dawnguard weapons

    []Daedric weapons (off by default)

    []Dragonbone weapons (off by default)

    []Ebony weapons (off by default)

    []Bound weapons (off by default)

    []Modded sun spells tagged with the MAG_MagicSunDamage keyword (off by default)

    []Any restoration effects that aren't poison-based, including sun spells from mods (off by default)

    []Feeding on the body as a werewolf or with the Ring of Namira (off by default)

    []Placing garlic on the body (off by default)

    [](Do let me know if you have trouble getting any of these to work; I don't do everything on this list frequently in my own playthroughs so they're not all thoroughly tested.)

Otherwise, undead will come back to life a little while after they're killed.  If you're too close to the body or looking directly at it, they'll wait until you move or look away to resurrect.

SPID is required (to add the resurrection ability to undead).  Scrambled Bugs is not required outright, but installing this mod and turning on Perk Entry Points: Apply Multiple Spells is highly recommended to prevent conflicts between this mod's silver/Dawnguard/etc weapon options and other mods that use an Apply Combat Hit Spell entry point.  There's also a compatibility mode option in the MCM which changes to an implementation which is slightly less efficient, but may work better if you don't use Scrambled Bugs.

For the restoration spells option, Papyrus Extender or its VR version is recommended; the option works without them, but scrolls & player-made enchantments won't work without Papyrus Extender and the overall script efficiency is better with it.

You may also want either the optional skeletons add-on in the FOMOD or another mod to allow skeletons to be reanimated, like Skeleton Reanimate or Reanimate Skeletons.  Otherwise they won't come back to life with this mod.

If you're on Xbox, check out tommas666's ported version here!

Compatibility

I think this mod should be generally pretty compatible.  As mentioned above either Scrambled Bugs or the compatibility mode option is recommended for this mod to work properly with perk and spell mods that use similar means to apply an effect when using weapons.

If other mods add new undead NPCs or creatures, they'll also have the resurrection ability.  As of version 2. 1. 1 this should only apply to undead that are non-summoned and hostile to the player.  If you experience issues with a specific NPC and want to prevent them from resurrecting with

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

More Undying Undead makes undead enemies resurrect after death unless killed with fire, Restoration magic, or silver. It's a lightweight, configurable gameplay mod requiring SPID, with 366 endorsements and over 330k downloads, last updated in March 2024.

✨ Key Features

Undead resurrect after death unless killed with fire, Restoration magic, or silver.
Configurable via ESPFE (ESL-flagged plugin) to adjust behavior.
Requires SPID (Spell Perk Item Distributor) for functionality.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Huge download count (330k+) shows it's a popular choice for players wanting tougher undead.
  • Configurable and ESPFE means it won't bloat your load order and you can tweak it to your liking.
  • Adds a meaningful gameplay twist that makes undead encounters more strategic and tense.

⚠️ Cons

  • Requires SPID, so you'll need to install that dependency first.
  • No detailed documentation provided, so you'll have to figure out the config options yourself.
  • Last updated in March 2024 — might not be fully compatible with the latest game patches or other mods.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want undead enemies to feel more threatening and immersive, especially those who enjoy survival-style gameplay. If you're tired of one-shotting draugr and want a reason to carry silver weapons or use fire spells, this is for you. Skip if you prefer straightforward combat without resurrection mechanics.
📦 Install:Medium· 5-10 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure SPID is installed and up to date, as this mod relies on it to distribute the resurrection effect.
  • If you use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2, let it handle the ESPFE plugin to avoid load order issues.
  • Test the mod in a low-level dungeon first to see how the resurrection mechanic feels before committing to a full playthrough.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
LeucisticDinosaur
Version
2.1.3
Downloads
330,869
Endorsements
366
Category
Gameplay
Created
6/5/2023
Updated
3/17/2024

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