TB's Better Chains for SMIM
⚪ Last updated 2022⚠️ Install Order · 6 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
- 👍 0.3% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #350 of 517 Models and Textures mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
FAQ
Does this mod fill up a .esp slot?
No, it replaces the textures only
Where should this be placed in my load order?
Above any other mods
What ENB are you using?
Rudy ENB and I heavily recommend Quality cubemaps as It heavily improves the metal's reflections
What are Optimised versions?
Optimised versions have ½ res normal maps, ½ res roughness maps and ¼ res parallax maps (if parallax maps are included)
Texture/Nif making process
Textures have to be converted from PBR to the Skyrim Engine (Gamebryo) using my own custom method if you have any questions or queries about how this then feel free to message me about your question(s).
Copyright
Fonts used in screenshots - Open Sans - Licence Apache License, Version 2. 0
Contains assets from ambientCG.com, licensed under CC0 1. 0 Universal.
TB's Better Chains for SMIM is a texture overhaul that replaces the default SMIM chains with new HD textures in 8K, 4K, and 2K resolutions. It also works with Skyrim 2020, making it a versatile upgrade for visual modders. With 1,876 endorsements and 615,186 downloads, it's a popular choice for enhancing chain details.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge download count (615k) shows it's a go-to for chain textures
- Multiple resolution options let you balance quality and performance
- Works with both SMIM and Skyrim 2020, so it fits into most setups
⚠️ Cons
- Only affects chains—if you want broader texture overhauls, this won't cover other objects
- No screenshots or install instructions in the description, so you're flying blind until you test it
- Last updated in 2022—might not be tested with the latest Skyrim patches, though texture mods usually survive
For Skyrim modders who already use SMIM or Skyrim 2020 and want sharper chain textures without overhauling everything. If you're a texture perfectionist who notices chain details, this is a quick win. Skip if you're after gameplay changes—this is purely visual.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Pick the 2K version if you're on a mid-range GPU—8K is overkill for chains and will eat VRAM
- Load this after SMIM in your mod order so the textures overwrite the originals
- If you use Skyrim 2020, make sure this mod loads after it too for the best effect
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- The Blender Animator
- Version
- 1.0.1
- Downloads
- 615,186
- Endorsements
- 1,876
- Category
- Models and Textures
- Created
- 6/26/2022
- Updated
- 6/26/2022
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