Search and Destroy - Extended Combat Range and Stealth Searches
⚪ Last updated 2016⚠️ 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
- 👍 4.5% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #13 of 29 Combat mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This mod only does two things: increases the length of time enemies will hunt for you, and increases the range over which they will detect and follow you. Designed for maximum compatibility. Makes for much greater chance of unscripted
Search and Destroy is a lightweight, script-free Skyrim mod that extends enemy detection range and search duration, making combat more dynamic and stealth more challenging. It's designed for maximum compatibility with other combat mods and is ideal for players who want more aggressive AI without overhauling the game.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Tiny footprint and script-free, so it won't tank your FPS or bloat your save.
- Makes stealth actually risky again—enemies will track you down and snipe from afar.
- Plays nice with other combat mods if you sort your load order right (410 endorsements back it up).
⚠️ Cons
- Old mod (last updated 2016) and might not be patched for the latest Skyrim versions or AE.
- Can make combat brutally hard, especially outdoors in daylight—you'll get spotted before you see them.
- Load order is critical if you use other combat mods; get it wrong and you'll override your preferred settings.
For stealth players who want a real challenge and combat enthusiasts who crave chaotic, large-scale fights. Also great for modders who want a solid base to build on. Skip if you prefer a chill, casual experience or if you're on the latest Skyrim version and don't want to fiddle with compatibility.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Place this mod later in your load order than other combat mods if you want its settings to win—earlier if you want theirs.
- Save in a safe area (no hostiles nearby) before uninstalling to avoid weirdness.
- Test outdoors first—that's where the detection range changes are most noticeable.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- mm137
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 9,200
- Endorsements
- 410
- Category
- Combat
- Created
- 10/28/2016
- Updated
- 10/28/2016
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