Paragliding - Alternate Acquisition
⚪ Last updated 2024⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 0.3% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #151 of 279 Patches mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
I didn't like having to go to Falkreath on every playthrough and going up to the flight platform, so I looked for some alternative methods to obtain the paraglider. I found Paraglider Lite, but I still found it annoying having to craft it every playthrough. While very fun to play with, I also felt the Paraglider is pretty overpowered as a new mechanic, so I had the idea to tie it behind progress in the main quest.
That said, it's just sitting in the courtyard of High Hrothgar so you don't have to progress it very far, and there are ways to get into the courtyard without progressing the main quest at all or using console commands, if you so desired. I think everyone has jumped off that mountain anyway, so why not do it in style after unlocking a new and fun way to do so?
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This patch relocates the paraglider and Tarhiel's Gale to High Hrothgar, removing all other acquisition methods. For Skyrim players who want a more challenging or lore-friendly way to obtain these items, this mod streamlines their availability to a single location.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Tight, focused design—does exactly what it says with no bloat
- Adds a meaningful choice for players who want a more curated acquisition path
- Lightweight patch with minimal impact on your load order
⚠️ Cons
- Niche appeal—only relevant if you want to restrict item locations
- Potential conflicts with other mods that alter High Hrothgar or item placement
- Small mod with modest endorsement count (67), so community feedback is limited
For Skyrim players who want a more deliberate, lore-friendly way to get the paraglider and Tarhiel's Gale, perhaps for roleplay or challenge runs. Skip if you prefer the original scattered acquisition or use mods that overhaul High Hrothgar.
💡 Beginner Tips
- If you use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2, install this patch and let it overwrite any conflicting files.
- Check your load order to ensure this patch loads after any mods that modify High Hrothgar or the paraglider's original locations.
- Since this removes other acquisition methods, make sure you know where High Hrothgar is before you start your playthrough.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- Sasquatch
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 21,638
- Endorsements
- 67
- Category
- Patches
- Created
- 3/11/2024
- Updated
- 3/12/2024
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