My NewBards No esp

⭐ ⭐ (199 endorsements) 📥 25,317 downloads 📌 v2.04 📅 12/17/2023
⚪ Last updated 2023

By inago777 · NPC

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 12/24/2023 📅 Created: 12/17/2023
⚠️ 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

  • 👍 0.8% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #7 of 119 NPC mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

This is a remake of the previous "Bards" replacer.

Option

File using "KS Hairdos - Renewal Breast Weight Painted Hair".

This will cause the hair of long-haired NPCs to sway in conjunction with their bust.

KS Hairdos - Renewal Breast Weight Painted Hair does not need to be installed.

Link"KS Hairdos - Renewal Breast Weight Painted Hair"

Please check the "Article" for a list of changed NPCs.

---install/uninstall---

You can uninstall and install at any time.

You can always uninstall it if you don't like it.

-----Note-----

This MOD is a MOD only for mesh data above the neck.

Body / skin depends on your skyrim.

The texture is all in the folder.

---Warning---

My mod only modifies the head mesh.

If the esp or esm "head part" item is based on a vanilla or unofficial bugpatch, this will change correctly.

If the "head part" item is changed with other esp etc., the face will be black and it will not be possible to read it well.

---There is ECEslot as an option.---

Enhanced Character Edit

---What I'm using in the screenshot---

PureSkinTexture <<Compression is recommended due to its heavy size.

Natural Eyes

The Amazing World of Bikini Armor

Natural Eyes

---other replacer---

Please check my page. SE LE

Bandit SE LE

Forsworn SE LE

Minor SE LE

Wizards SE LE

Vampire SE LE

Thalmor SE LE

Guards SE LE

Serana And Valerica SE LE

Katria SE LE

Mjoll the Lioness SE LE

Mercenarys SE LE

Housecarls SE LE

DLC Housecarls SE LE

NewBirds SE LE

----- donation page -----

I bought a new PC.

I would be happy if you could make a donation.

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

My NewBards No esp is a remake of the previous 'Bards' replacer, offering a no-ESP version for Skyrim. It has 199 endorsements and over 25,000 downloads, last updated in December 2023. This mod is for players who want to replace the appearance of bards without adding an ESP to their load order.

✨ Key Features

Remake of the previous 'Bards' replacer
No ESP version, meaning no plugin slot used
Replaces the appearance of bards in Skyrim

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Solid community backing with 199 endorsements and over 25k downloads
  • No ESP means it won't clutter your load order or cause plugin conflicts
  • Last updated in December 2023, so it's relatively recent

⚠️ Cons

  • Only replaces bards, so if you're looking for broader NPC overhauls, this is niche
  • No ESP might mean it uses loose files, which can be overwritten by other mods if not managed carefully
  • Compatibility with other bard mods or NPC overhauls is unknown, so test with your setup
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want to improve the look of bards without adding an ESP. If you're a mod organizer who prefers lightweight, plugin-free mods, this fits. Skip if you want a comprehensive NPC overhaul or if you already use a mod that changes bards.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Since it's a no-ESP mod, make sure to place the files in a way that they don't get overwritten by other mods that modify the same NPCs.
  • Use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2 to easily track and manage the loose files.
  • If you have other bard appearance mods, test in-game to see which one takes priority.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
inago777
Version
2.04
Downloads
25,317
Endorsements
199
Category
NPC
Created
12/17/2023
Updated
12/24/2023

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