Simple Beheading - NG

⭐ ⭐⭐ (2,717 endorsements) 📥 303,711 downloads 📌 v1.0.6 📅 4/20/2024
🟠 Updated over a year ago

By Seb263 · Combat

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 6/20/2025 📅 Created: 4/20/2024
⚠️ 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

  • 👍 0.9% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #27 of 36 Combat mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

 

Simple Beheading enhances the combat experience in Skyrim by expanding upon the existing decapitation mechanic.

While decapitation is already possible in the base game under specific circumstances (killmoves), this mod introduces a refined system where regular and power strikes aimed at the head can trigger this event when an actor's health drops to zero.

Additionally, the mod provides customizable options to adjust the probability and conditions of decapitation to suit your preferences.

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◈ Enhanced Decapitation Mechanic:

Allowing both standard and power strikes aimed at an opponent's head to potentially result in decapitation, this feature adds an extra layer of brutality to combat encounters.

◈ Powered by CommonLibSSE-NG:

Simple Beheading is an SKSE NG-type plugin, ensuring smooth integration of the mod on any game version (yes, it includes VR).

◈ Customizable Settings:

Modify the probability and conditions of decapitation according to your individual preferences through the comprehensive configuration options in the ini file.

◈ Compatibility:

Seamlessly integrates with any type of mods adding new weapons or altering combat gameplay.

Below is the list of parameters you can freely modify in the SimpleBeheading.ini file. Feel free to read it to better understand how the mod works.

# This parameter determines the verbosity level used by the mod for logging and communication.

# Levels of verbosity:

# 0: Only errors will be logged.

# 1: Standard information will be logged.

# 2: Advanced logging will be enabled.

iVerboseMode = 1

# Probability of regular attacks beheading actors (from 0. 0 to 100. 0):

fRegularAttackChances = 35. 0

# Probability of power attacks beheading actors (from 0. 0 to 100. 0):

fPowerAttackChances = 80. 0

# Maximum allowed distance between the strike and the actor's head for beheading:

fHitPrecision = 25. 0

# Determines the impulse factor applied to the severed head (requires Next-Gen Decapitations).

fHeadImpulseFactor = 8. 0

# Whether to play a sound when beheading occurs (1 for yes, 0 for no):

bPlaySound = 1

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Simple Beheading - NG adds a dynamic decapitation system to combat, letting both the player and NPCs land decapitating blows by striking toward the head. With 2,717 endorsements and 303,711 downloads, it's a popular combat enhancement for those seeking visceral finishing moves.

✨ Key Features

Enables both player and NPCs to execute decapitating blows during combat
Decapitations trigger when striking towards the head
Dynamic system that integrates with combat encounters

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Huge community trust (2,717 endorsements, 303k downloads)
  • Adds visceral finishing moves that make combat more satisfying
  • Works for both player and NPCs, so fights feel more dangerous

⚠️ Cons

  • No details on mod configuration or customization options
  • Potential conflicts with other combat mods that alter hit reactions or dismemberment
🎯 Is This For You?
For action RPG players who want more brutal, cinematic combat without overhauling the whole system. If you're tired of enemies just falling over, this adds a satisfying risk-reward to aiming for the head. Skip if you prefer non-lethal or less gory combat mods.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Check your game version and ensure the mod is compatible with your current patch, as it was last updated in June 2025.
  • If you use other combat mods, test Simple Beheading in a fresh save to ensure no conflicts with hit reactions.
  • Look for a mod manager (like Vortex or MO2) to easily enable/disable this mod if you need to troubleshoot.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
Seb263
Version
1.0.6
Downloads
303,711
Endorsements
2,717
Category
Combat
Created
4/20/2024
Updated
6/20/2025

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