Smooth Combat non Combat Animation
⚪ Last updated 2022⚠️ 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
- 👍 1.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #66 of 178 Animation mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This is a mod that made the difference between idle animations in combat and non-combat situations even when holding a weapon.
Smooth Combat non Combat Animation is a lightweight animation mod that distinguishes idle animations between combat and non-combat states, even when holding a weapon. With over 8,000 endorsements and 766,000 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking more natural character stances.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust (8,119 endorsements) — this is a proven mod.
- Massive download count (766k) shows it's widely used and stable.
- Simple concept that enhances immersion without overhauling combat.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in January 2022 — may be outdated for the latest game version.
- Only affects idle animations, not combat mechanics or movement.
For players who want more realistic character stances and can't stand the same idle pose in and out of combat. If you're into immersion and subtle animation tweaks, this is a must-try. Skip if you're looking for gameplay changes or combat overhauls.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to place the mod in your Data folder or use a mod manager to avoid conflicts.
- If you use other animation mods, load this one after them to ensure it takes priority.
- Test in third-person view to see the idle animation differences clearly.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- lSmoothl
- Version
- 4.6
- Downloads
- 766,224
- Endorsements
- 8,119
- Category
- Animation
- Created
- 7/9/2021
- Updated
- 1/13/2022
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