Smooth Random Blocking Animation 3.0
⚪ Last updated 2021⚠️ 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
- 👍 0.7% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #114 of 201 Animation mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
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Each weapon adds its own defense action, and various animations operate randomly.
When used with Smooth Combat non Combat Animation mod, the body does not twist when moving while blocking.
Leading mode
Dynamic Animation Replacer
Selection mode
Dual Wield Parrying
Mod for unarmed and Dual Wield block animation
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Smooth Random Blocking Animation 3.0 is a popular animation mod for Skyrim that gives each weapon type its own unique blocking animation, with multiple variations that play randomly. With over 10,000 endorsements and 1.6 million downloads, it's a community favorite for adding visual variety to combat. Last updated in 2021, it remains a solid choice for players seeking more immersive blocking.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust: 10,635 endorsements and 1.6 million downloads.
- Adds meaningful variety to combat without changing gameplay mechanics.
- Simple install: just drop the files into your Data folder.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2021 — may not be compatible with the latest Skyrim version or other animation mods.
- Potential conflicts with other animation overhauls that modify blocking behavior.
For Skyrim players who want more visual flair in combat without overhauling the entire animation system. If you're tired of the same old block animation and want something fresh, this is for you. Skip if you prefer gameplay-changing combat mods — this is purely cosmetic.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to install this mod manually by extracting the files into your Skyrim Data folder, or use a mod manager like Vortex for easier management.
- If you use other animation mods, load this one after them to ensure its animations take priority.
- Test blocking with different weapon types (sword, axe, mace) to see the random variations in action.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- lSmoothl
- Version
- 3.2
- Downloads
- 1,584,004
- Endorsements
- 10,635
- Category
- Animation
- Created
- 11/29/2021
- Updated
- 11/30/2021
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