Project Bro He's There - Fix followers not starting combat.

⭐ ⭐ (995 endorsements) 📥 77,023 downloads 📌 v2.0 📅 3/29/2026
🟡 Updated this year

By Kenny Leone · Bug Fixes

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 8/3/2026 📅 Created: 3/29/2026
⚠️ Install Order · 6 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 ↗
6📦 SKSE Find it →

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 1.3% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #31 of 92 Bug Fixes mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Breakdown:

Fixes annoying problem where your followers seem deaf and blind when an enemy engages you in combat. SKSE

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Credits and Special Thanks:

1) powerofthree - The foundation of my growing C++ knowledge.

2) Thanks to the SKSE and CommonLib Team

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Fixes the frustrating issue where followers in Skyrim fail to react when enemies engage you in combat, making them appear deaf and blind. Requires SKSE. A small, focused bug fix mod with 995 endorsements and 77,023 downloads, last updated August 2026.

✨ Key Features

Fixes followers not starting combat when enemies engage the player
Requires SKSE to function
Lightweight bug fix mod with no additional dependencies

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community-approved fix with 995 endorsements and 77k downloads
  • Directly addresses a common annoyance that breaks immersion
  • Simple, focused mod that does one job without bloat

⚠️ Cons

  • Requires SKSE, so console players are out of luck
  • May conflict with other follower overhaul mods that alter combat AI
  • Last updated over a year ago, so compatibility with the latest Skyrim patches is uncertain
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who are tired of their followers standing around during fights. If you use follower overhauls or combat AI mods, check compatibility first. Skip if you play on console or don't want to bother with SKSE.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure SKSE is installed and launched via the SKSE loader, not the default launcher.
  • Place the mod in your load order after any follower behavior overhauls to ensure it takes priority.
  • Test in a combat scenario with a follower to confirm the fix works before adding other mods.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
Kenny Leone
Version
2.0
Downloads
77,023
Endorsements
995
Category
Bug Fixes
Created
3/29/2026
Updated
8/3/2026

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