Reliable Blocking
⚪ Last updated 2020⚠️ 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
- 👍 3.0% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #78 of 118 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Reliable Blocking
Simple mod to make blocking more reliable of a tactic, the mod simply makes blocked attacks consume stamina rather than health, the amount of stamina consumed is calculated based on your difficulty, enemy weapon damage and your block skill. If you don't have enough stamina to block the full attack the difference will be made out in damage to your health.
Works for Both NPC's and Player can be configured in MCM
-Toggle mechanic for NPCs or Player
-Stamina consumption multiplier
-Health damage when out of stamina
Temporary fix to Block perk bug can manually change block efficiency via MCM
Marked as ESL so won't take up slot in load order
Requirements:
Spell Perk Item Distributor (If you want NPCs to use the new system)
Compatibility:
Major: Should not conflict with any mods but let me know if you find something
Minor: Mods that add timed blocking mechanics will still function however if you are out of stamina its likely you will still take damage to health
Known Issues:
The main issue is that currently any perks that change how effective blocking is (e.g. Block Mastery in Vokrii) will be rendered redundant as they will have no effect on how much damage is dealt as this mod manages blocked damage separate to vanilla.
Block effectivness can now be managed manually in MCM (Hopefully only a temporary fix)
Spell Perk Item Distributor by powerofthree - makes the NPC aspect far more lightweight and compatible
Reliable Blocking is a simple gameplay mod that makes blocking a more reliable tactic in combat. With 439 endorsements and 14,647 downloads, it has a solid following. Last updated in August 2020, it remains a straightforward choice for players seeking more dependable blocking mechanics.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved (439 endorsements) – players trust it.
- High download count (14,647) shows real usage.
- Does exactly what it says – no bloat, just reliable blocking.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2020 – might not be compatible with newer game versions.
- No detailed description – you'll have to test it to see the exact changes.
- Potential conflicts with other combat overhauls that alter blocking mechanics.
For players who find blocking unreliable and want a simple fix without overhauling combat. If you're running a modded setup with other combat mods, test for conflicts. Skip if you want complex blocking mechanics – this is a minimalist tweak.
💡 Beginner Tips
- If you're using a mod manager, install via that for easy uninstallation.
- Check if the mod requires a specific game version – since it's from 2020, verify compatibility with your current version.
- Test blocking against different enemy types to see the difference.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- Dydaus
- Version
- 1.01
- Downloads
- 14,647
- Endorsements
- 439
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 7/30/2020
- Updated
- 8/1/2020
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