Simple Obvious Spell-crafting

⭐ ⭐ (252 endorsements) 📥 6,652 downloads 📌 v0.8 📅 4/16/2021
⚪ Last updated 2021

By wankingSkeever · Magic - Spells & Enchantments

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 8/16/2021 📅 Created: 4/16/2021
⚠️ 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

  • 👍 3.8% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #71 of 92 Magic - Spells & Enchantments mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

This mod has been remade as

Simple Obvious Spell-Crafting 2 - craft forget relearn spells

  • []Make sure you are using v1. 0 of SpellCraft Functions and not v1. 0. 1 due to a bug in v1. 0. 1

    []SpellCraft Functions v1. 0 files are already included in the files of this mod to avoid confusion

Description

  • []Create stronger (or weaker) versions of existing spells

    []Start spell crafting by activating spell tomes of known spells

    []With higher magical skills, you can create better spells

    []Spell cost scales with magnitude and duration

    []Craft up to 50 custom spells

    []Configurable scaling

    []ESL-flagged

    []Mod-added spells supported, but I make no guarantees about how they would turn out

Upgrading

  • []v0. 6 to v0. 7 changes multiplier cap formula.

    []Make sure no player or NPCs are under the effect of any crafted spells when upgrading.

    []There is now skill-based cap on the base magicka cost of your craft spell.

    []The mod will walk you through the upgrade process:

    []It will prompt you to set a skill-based cap multiplier based on the new formula.

    []It will make you remake all your crafted spells based on the new formula.

Uninstalling

  • []Make sure no player or NPCs are under the effect of any crafted spells.

    []Disable the esp.

    []Load your save (1).

    []Make a new save (2).

    []Disable the mod.

    []Load the save (2) you just made.

    []Make a new save (3).

    []Use Fallrim Tools to clean the save (3) you just made.

    []Continue playing on the save (3) you just cleaned.

Known Issues
  • []Spells that buffs or debuffs actor values (health, skill, speed, etc), if applied to the player or an NPC, will disappear if you save, quit Skyrim, and reload that save, leaving the actor value change permanent. To fix this, reload that save after spells have loaded.

Requirements

  • []powerofthree's Papyrus Extender (make sure nothing is overwriting anything from this, and make sure you get v4. 3. 5 or higher)

    []SpellCraft Functions SKSE64 v1. 0 (If you have v1. 0. 1, you must downgrade. The files are also already included)

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FAQ

Q: Conflict with "UILib" files

A: Let this mod overwrite other mods or let other mods overwrite this mod. It does not matter.

Q: This is OP

A: OP spells have prohibitive Magicka costs. If you think the scaling is OP, change the parameters via the co

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Simple Obvious Spell-crafting lets you create stronger spells based on existing ones, with support for mod-added spells. It's a compact utility for Skyrim players who want to enhance their magical arsenal without complex crafting systems. With 252 endorsements and regular updates, it's a community-tested addition.

✨ Key Features

Create stronger spells based on existing spells.
Supports mod-added spells for expanded compatibility.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community-approved with 252 endorsements and over 6.6k downloads.
  • Simple concept that fits seamlessly into any load order.
  • Works with mod-added spells, so it grows with your mod list.

⚠️ Cons

  • Limited to spell enhancement—no new spell effects or visuals.
  • May conflict with other spell overhaul mods that alter the same spells.
  • Last updated in 2021, so it might not be compatible with the latest game patches.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want to boost their spell power without juggling complex crafting mechanics. If you're a mage who loves collecting mod-added spells and wants them to scale better, this is for you. Skip if you're looking for new spell types or visual overhauls—this is purely about making existing spells hit harder.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Load this mod after other spell mods so its changes take priority.
  • Check if your spell mods have patches for compatibility—if not, test in-game to ensure spells work as intended.
  • Use a mod manager to easily toggle this mod on/off if you encounter issues.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
wankingSkeever
Version
0.8
Downloads
6,652
Endorsements
252
Category
Magic - Spells & Enchantments
Created
4/16/2021
Updated
8/16/2021

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