Philmorex - A Rideable Steerable Dragon Follower (SE)
⚪ Last updated 2023⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 1.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #9 of 10 Followers & Companions - Creatures mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This is the SE version of the mod. The LE version can be found here: Philmorex - A Rideable Steerable Dragon Follower
Phil's ride control system is available as a separate mod. For those who want to use this on vanilla dragons (like Odahviing, or bend-willed dragon) or other dragon followers, it can be found here: Intuitive Dragon Ride Control (SE)
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"I don't know what to say. In my explorations of the coast, I have stumbled across a dragon near Brinewater Grotto. This dragon actually was not agressive at all! In fact I could approach him, and we talked. His name is Philmorex, and he seems to be waiting for someone he calls Dovahkiin. He wouldn't tell me more once he figured out that I am not this Dovahkiin. I am wondering what he meant... Maybe you have some idea on this?"
Your entry point to this mod is a forgotten note on the Solitude docks. You can find it on a barrel at the T-junction of the docks. This note will point you to Philmorex' location (you may skip this part if you stumble over him by accident...). Once you have found Philmorex, you can talk to him and he will offer to accompany you. Accept him as a follower at any time, and you will learn the "Philmorex - Come" spell.
Philmorex as a follower
As a follower, Philmorex will accompany you anywhere in Skyrim and Solstheim. Of course, he will not be joining you in inside locations like buildings or dungeons.
While you are under attack, Philmorex will assist you in battle.
When you shout the "Philmorex - Come" command Philmorex will land close to you.
While he is landed, you can talk to Philmorex. You can ask him to ride him, or to wait at the current location, or you can dismiss him as follower.
If asked to wait, Philmorex will continue to orbit at the current location, until you command him to come to you - by using "Philmorex - Come" - from anywhere in Skyrim or Solstheim.
Likewise, after you have dismissed him, Philmorex will return to your service whenever you call "Philmorex - Come". Depending on how far he is away from you when you call "Philmorex - Come", it may take a while for Philmorex to fly to your current location. So be a bit patient with him.
Character Requirements
The "Dragon Rising" quest from Skyrim's main quest line must be completed before this mod's quest will start.
Dragon Ride Control
Please see IDRC for a detailed description on how Philmorex' ride control works, and how to enable Controller support for the ride controls.
Note that starting with Philmorex v3. 0. 0, you
Philmorex is a rideable, steerable dragon follower for Skyrim Special Edition. He accompanies you, assists in battles, and can be ridden with intuitive flight controls. With 517 endorsements and 27,229 downloads, this creature follower is a popular choice for players seeking a dragon companion.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 517 endorsements and over 27k downloads.
- Rideable dragon adds a unique gameplay twist for exploration and combat.
- Steering controls give you full command of your flights.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in March 2023, so may not be compatible with the latest Skyrim SE patches.
- Potential conflicts with other dragon overhaul mods or follower frameworks.
- Riding a dragon might break some quests or trigger unexpected behavior.
For Skyrim players who want a loyal dragon companion that doubles as a mount. If you enjoy having a powerful ally in combat and the freedom of flight, this mod is for you. Skip if you prefer grounded followers or are concerned about compatibility with other dragon mods.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to read the mod description for the exact call and control commands.
- Test the flight controls in an open area before taking him into combat.
- If you use other dragon mods, load this one after them to minimize conflicts.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- staalo18
- Version
- 3.0.0
- Downloads
- 27,229
- Endorsements
- 517
- Category
- Followers & Companions - Creatures
- Created
- 2/19/2022
- Updated
- 3/18/2023
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