Random parry and block idle

⭐ ⭐ (345 endorsements) 📥 614,629 downloads 📌 v1.1 📅 9/16/2022
⚪ Last updated 2022

By 5poiler · Animation

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 9/28/2022 📅 Created: 9/16/2022
⚠️ Install Order · 5 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 ↗

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

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 0.1% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #125 of 178 Animation mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

This will add randomized parry animation and block idle for 1hm one handed sword, only for 3rd person view.

For other weapon parry animation - 2HM greatswords, 2hm battleaxe, DW dualwield, or first person parry check here Blocking Animation Pack . Install with nmm or manual, requirements Dynamic Animation Replacer

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Random parry and block idle is a compact animation mod for Skyrim that adds randomized parry and block idle animations for one-handed swords in third-person view. With 345 endorsements and over 614k downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking subtle combat animation variety.

✨ Key Features

Adds random parry animations for one-handed swords
Adds block idle animations for one-handed swords
Third-person view only
Lightweight and focused on a single weapon type

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community favorite with 345 endorsements and over 614k downloads
  • Simple, focused mod that does exactly what it says
  • Adds subtle variety to combat without overhauling everything

⚠️ Cons

  • Only affects one-handed swords, so other weapon types are untouched
  • Third-person only – first-person players get nothing
  • Last updated in 2022, so may need testing with newer Skyrim versions
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want a bit more life in their third-person combat animations without a full overhaul. If you're a first-person purist or mainly use two-handed weapons, this mod isn't for you.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure you're using the correct mod manager (Vortex or MO2) to avoid overwriting other animation mods.
  • Since it's third-person only, test it by switching to third-person view during combat.
  • If you use other animation mods, load this one after them to ensure its animations take priority.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
5poiler
Version
1.1
Downloads
614,629
Endorsements
345
Category
Animation
Created
9/16/2022
Updated
9/28/2022

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