Unlucky Loot
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📋 About This Mod
UNLUCKY LOOT
~ Version 1. 3 ~
Unlucky Loot adds RISK to looting!
When looting Draugr urns, there is a chance for Nordic spirits to attack!
As well, depending on your Enchanting level, Soul Gems may break, summoning creatures per the Soul Gem size!
Some things are better left untouched...
Welcome to Version 1. 3!
There are 2 main sides to this mod. Unlucky Soul Gems, and Unlucky Containers. If you want to disable one side, you can do that through the MCM.
~~ UNLUCKY SOUL GEMS ~~
Soul Gems may now shatter when picked up! These volatile soul-prisons can summon forth hostile, enraged fiends!
Version 1. 3 makes your Enchanting skill and Soul Gem size have an effect. Now, when you pick up a Soul Gem, depending on the size of gem and your Enchanting Level, there will be more or less risk of summoning an enemy!
Gem Size / Risk / Creature
[]Petty / 0. 5x / Familiar
[]Lesser / 0. 8x / Flame Atronach
[*]Common / 1x /
Unlucky Loot adds risk to looting in Skyrim by making Draugr urns potentially trigger Nordic spirit attacks and Soul Gems shatter to summon enemies. Risk scales with Enchanting level and gem size, with MCM options to tweak or disable each feature. For players seeking unpredictable, dangerous looting.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Adds real tension to looting, making every urn and gem a gamble.
- Risk scales with your Enchanting level, so it rewards investment and feels fair.
- MCM gives you full control to tweak or disable each mechanic.
⚠️ Cons
- The random attacks can be brutal early on, especially if you grab a Grand Soul Gem unprepared.
- If you're not into surprise combat, the unpredictability might feel more annoying than fun.
- Potential conflicts with mods that alter Draugr urns or Soul Gem behavior.
For Skyrim players who want to spice up looting with a bit of danger and unpredictability. If you enjoy survival-style risk-reward mechanics and have a decent Enchanting skill, this mod adds a fresh layer of challenge. Skip if you prefer your looting to be safe and straightforward.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Use the MCM to adjust the Soul Gem break chance if 25% feels too punishing.
- Level up Enchanting early to reduce the risk of breaking larger gems.
- Be cautious when looting Draugr urns in dungeons—spirit attacks can catch you off guard.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- TwinCrows
- Version
- 1.3.1
- Downloads
- 13,280
- Endorsements
- 462
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 5/30/2020
- Updated
- 10/31/2025
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