Training Dummies and Targets Special Edition
⚪ Last updated 2016⚠️ 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
- 👍 3.1% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #11 of 18 Skills and Leveling mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
I thought that the original mod created by B1gBadDaddy was really cool, so I decided to port it over. Update: I have ported over the Falskaar Edition of this mod. The original version can be found here. Should you have any issues with either, please post them in the comments/bugs section so they can be addressed. Description
Have you ever wanted to practice and improve your combat skills on the practice dummies in Skyrim, only to find you can't? Well, now you can.
This mod adds to all practice dummies and archery targets (apart from snow-covered ones) the ability to train your skills. The player can use these to train their One Handed, Two Handed, Archery, and Destruction skills, depending on what weapon you use. The skill increase is less than real combat, but works to simulate the player "learning" while practicing.
This will conflict with my other mod, Training Dummies & Targets - Falskaar Edition.
What trains what, and how it works
Practice Dummies will train your Archery, One Handed, Two Handed, and Destruction skills (using Fire, Frost, or Shock spells).
For spells like Fire Hands that have a stream, short bursts that last a second or two work best for the training script.
Archery Targets (not snow-covered) will only train your Archery skill. If you are too close to the dummies and targets when you fire your bow, it won't improve your skill and a notification will show in-game. Your archery skill increases more the further back you are from the target and dummy.
All you have to do is attack the dummy or target, as you would an enemy. Simple!
Video showing the mod working in testing.
rh5i3QDXWYM Skill increase speed is approx. 1/3 of what was in the video.
FAQ
Normal Version: How to install/uninstall.
I recommend using Nexus Mod Manager to install and uninstall this mod.
Extract the ArcheryDummyXP. RAR file to your Skyrim/Data folder. ArcheryDummyXP.esp & ArcheryDummyXP.bsa sit in your DATA folder.
Using your favourite mod manager or the Skyrim launcher, tick the box to enable ArcheryDummyXP.esp
To remove, simply delete ArcheryDummyXP.esp and ArcheryTargetXP.bsa.
Dummies and Targets added by mods don't train my skills!!?
This mod changes all vanilla Skyrim training dummies with an Activator version with a script attached. If the mod has placed the "activator"
This mod ports B1gBadDaddy's Training Dummies and Targets to Skyrim Special Edition, allowing players to train skills on dummies and targets. It's a straightforward compatibility port with permission from the original author, ideal for SE players who want this classic training feature.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 3,332 endorsements and over 107k downloads.
- Brings a classic training mechanic to Special Edition players.
- Simple port that does exactly what it says.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2016, so it may not be compatible with the latest SE patches.
- No detailed feature list, so you're getting the original mod's features without extra documentation.
- Potential conflicts with mods that alter the same training dummies or locations.
For Skyrim SE players who want a convenient way to level combat skills without grinding. If you're a completionist or roleplayer who likes training dummies in towns, this is for you. Skip if you're looking for new mechanics or overhauled training systems.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you have Skyrim Special Edition and not the original version, as this is a port.
- If you use a mod manager, just download and activate; otherwise, place the files in your Data folder.
- Check for updates or patches if you're on a newer version of Skyrim SE, since this mod is from 2016.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- B1gBadDaddy
- Version
- 1.2
- Downloads
- 107,400
- Endorsements
- 3,332
- Category
- Skills and Leveling
- Created
- 11/9/2016
- Updated
- 11/9/2016
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