Parallax Spell Impacts
⚪ Last updated 2024⚠️ Install Order · 6 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 0.2% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #206 of 565 Models and Textures mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Using one of ENB's latest features, parallax can be added to decals. Currently covers only the "default" option. Also reported working with Community Shaders and Complex Parallax Materials.
Requirements:
Deadly Spell Impacts
ENB + ENB preset with complex parallax enabled (EnableComplexParallax=true & EnableComplexParallaxShadows=true in enbseries.ini)
OR Community Shaders and Complex Parallax Materials.
Compatibility/Info:
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[]Not compatible with any mod that alters the Impact decal textures. Patches Added
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]Not compatible with any other parallax implementation except ENB's. Reported compatible with CS.[]If the effect is not visible try deleting ENBCache folder.
[]The transparency fix for ENB is not needed. Included in DSI 1. 8+.
[]Normal and environmental maps are saved with BC7 compression.
[]Esp marked as Esl.
[]Complex parallax (complex material) is NOT supported in the VR version of ENB yet.
[]Snow shaders that are multi pass do not display the decals on the surfaces they are applied (Simplicity of Snow, Majestic Mountains, Better Dynamic Snow 2)
Issues:
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[]Some surfaces do not display/register the impacts. This is an issue with the original mod too, further investigation is needed.
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]Glow maps do not work on the decals (yet?).[]Some visual issues with rainy weathers and ENBWetsurfaces (found a fix, needs some testing). Should be fixed in 2. 0.
Future Plans:
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[]Brand new textures
[]Parallax the remaining options
[]Vanilla version(?) won't do
[]Compatibility with Arctic, Inferno and Voltage (ongoing)
[]Bug fixes
My other mods: here.
Majestic Mountains - Simplicity of Snow Patch
Parallax Spell Impacts
Truly Burned Astrid
Whiterun Fence Base Fix
Dainty Sload No Paint
No Gravestone Moss
ENB preset recommendations:
Rudy for Cathedral Weathers by Rudy
NAT. ENB III by l00ping (has a nice performance preset)
PI-CHO ENB by HaeVakSa (current favorite)
Nordwind ENB by Guts390 and Adyss
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[]Brand new textures
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[]Some surfaces do not display/register the impacts. This is an issue with the original mod too, further investigation is needed.
Parallax Spell Impacts is a visual enhancement mod for Skyrim that adds complex parallax effects to Isoku's Deadly Spell Impacts mod. It requires the base mod and is designed for players who want more realistic and immersive spell impact visuals. With 3,244 endorsements and 2.0 million downloads, it's a popular choice among modders.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge download count (2.0M) shows this is a go-to for visual overhauls.
- Recent update (Aug 2024) means it's likely compatible with current Skyrim versions.
- Enhances an already popular mod (Deadly Spell Impacts) without replacing it.
⚠️ Cons
- Requires the base mod Deadly Spell Impacts—not standalone.
- Parallax effects may require additional setup (e.g., ENB or specific settings) to see properly.
For Skyrim modders who already use Deadly Spell Impacts and want extra visual depth. Perfect for those chasing photorealistic magic effects. Skip if you don't use the base mod or prefer gameplay changes over cosmetics.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure Deadly Spell Impacts is installed first, then overwrite with this mod.
- Parallax effects are best seen with an ENB or at least enable parallax in your graphics settings.
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2 to avoid file conflicts.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- DarthBlender and Isoku
- Version
- 2.1
- Downloads
- 2,040,824
- Endorsements
- 3,244
- Category
- Models and Textures
- Created
- 1/31/2023
- Updated
- 8/31/2024
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