Nix Hound Looting Fix (AE DLC)
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 0.1% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #9 of 217 Patches mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Fixes an issue that the Nix Hound pet finds loot for the player before the pet is obtained.
This mod simply changes the Nix Hound pet looting ability (where the player receives random items after certain intervals) to only work after the pet is bought by the player.
I'm unsure why this issue happens in the first place but this mod ensures it doesn't happen without any downside.
Compatible with the Unofficial Skyrim Creation Club Content Patch
This small patch fixes a bug where the Nix Hound pet in Skyrim's Anniversary Edition DLC finds loot for the player before the pet is actually obtained. It's a targeted fix for players who want to avoid this early-game exploit or immersion break. With 26 endorsements and recent updates, it's a niche but functional patch.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Tiny patch that does exactly what it says—no bloat.
- Recent update (Dec 2025) shows the author is still maintaining it.
- Decent download count (25k) for a niche fix.
⚠️ Cons
- Only 26 endorsements—community hasn't fully vetted it yet.
- Niche fix that only matters if you care about this specific exploit.
- Potential compatibility risk with other mods that alter Nix Hound behavior.
For Skyrim players who want to fix the Nix Hound loot exploit before getting the pet. If you're a completionist or immersion-focused player, this patch is for you. Skip if you don't use the Nix Hound or don't mind the exploit.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you have the Anniversary Edition DLC installed, as this patch targets that content.
- Place the file in your Data folder or use a mod manager for easy installation.
- If you use other Nix Hound mods, load this patch after them to ensure the fix applies.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- IxionXVII
- Version
- 1.00
- Downloads
- 25,628
- Endorsements
- 26
- Category
- Patches
- Created
- 12/19/2025
- Updated
- 12/19/2025
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