Realistic Two-Handed Speed
⚪ Last updated 2018⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 3.5% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #25 of 34 Combat mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Two handed weapons are too slow in vanilla. They feel pretty clunky. One handed weapons are much stronger in the late game because of the speed difference. This mod fixes that. It adds a perk to the PC which gives a flat 25% speed boost. I kept this mod as simple as possible to make it compatible with everything.
Installation:
1. Install the esp file. Use a mod manager or copy the file to your data folder.
2. The first time you start a game with this mod, open the console by pressing "~" on your keyboard. Then type:
help zweihander
This should give you a list of ids. Note the one that says zweihanderperk. It ends with d66. Then type:
Uninstallation:
1. Remove the perk from your from you character using player.removeperk XX000d66 in the console.
2. Remove the esp.
Recommended mods :
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[]Realistic Greatsword Combat Animation Overhaul: This mod's animation work pretty well with the speed changes.
[
]Dodge Mod SE: Adds a quick dodge with iframes.[]Immersive Movemend Speed: Tweaks the movement speed.
If you want a perk tree that seamlessly integrates attack speed increase for twohanders, check out SPERG
Future plans:
- []A proper startup script to avoid having to use console
- More speed options
Update: I got really busy with real life so if anybody wants to edit any of my mods, feel free to do so and reupload. Just name me as an author.
Increases the swing speed of all two-handed weapons by 25%. A simple, popular combat tweak for Skyrim players who find two-handed weapons too slow. With over 1,000 endorsements and nearly 30,000 downloads, it's a well-received quality-of-life mod.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with over 1,000 endorsements.
- Does exactly what it says – no bloat, just a 25% speed boost.
- Lightweight and easy to install.
⚠️ Cons
- May unbalance combat if you're used to the slower, heavier feel.
- No configurable options – the 25% increase is fixed.
- Potential compatibility issues with other combat overhaul mods that alter weapon speeds.
For Skyrim players who love two-handed weapons but hate the sluggish swing speed. If you're a warrior type who wants faster, more fluid combat without changing other mechanics, this is for you. Skip if you prefer the weighty, deliberate feel of vanilla two-handers or if you use a comprehensive combat overhaul that already adjusts speeds.
💡 Beginner Tips
- If you're using a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2, just download and install – it's a simple ESP file.
- Place this mod early in your load order to avoid conflicts with other combat mods that might overwrite weapon speed values.
- Test with a variety of two-handed weapons (swords, axes, warhammers) to see if the speed feels right for your playstyle.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- Sihnar
- Version
- 0.1
- Downloads
- 29,370
- Endorsements
- 1,036
- Category
- Combat
- Created
- 1/29/2018
- Updated
- 1/29/2018
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