Vanessa - Vampire Standalone Follower SE
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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
- 👍 4.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #227 of 314 Followers & Companions mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Name: Vanessa
Race: Imperial Vampire
Body Type: Default (utilizes whatever body mod one has installed into their game)
Voicetype: Female Sultry
Class: Vampire Spellsword
Perks: One-handed (Maces), Light Armor, Stealth, Conjuration (100) Destruction (75 - Frost element)
Optional Serana replacer now available under Optional Files
I'll be highly appreciated to see any screenshots under this mod from you, feel free to add any images for this mod.
Location: Moorside Inn (Morthal)
Credits:
regenbot - Demoniac 2K (SSE conversion by Rektas69)
rxkx22- Bijin skin UNP
Kalilies and Stealthic - KS Hairdos
Blessed Redux Project team - UNP BLESSED BODY
ousnius, Jeir, & Caliente - CBBE SE
HeroedeLeyenda - All In One HDT ANIMATED
Lux Brows - Stephanie
Expired - Racemenu
Groovtama and Daymarr - XP32 Maximum Skeleton Extended
ousnius, Jeir, & Caliente - BodySlide and Outfit Studio
Hieroglyphics aka ats321 - Gothica Vampire inspired textures (eyes)
Special Thanks to Luisxcaliber for testing it out
Vanessa - Vampire Standalone Follower SE is a port of a vampire follower mod for Skyrim Special Edition, bringing a standalone companion to the game. With 449 endorsements and over 10,000 downloads, it's a community-favored addition for players seeking a vampire ally.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Solid community backing with 449 endorsements and over 10k downloads.
- Standalone follower means no conflicts with other follower overhauls.
- Vampire theme adds a unique twist for players who want an undead ally.
⚠️ Cons
- Description is sparse—no details on voice, combat style, or location to recruit her.
- Port may carry over bugs from the original mod, though none are confirmed.
- Compatibility with other mods that alter follower systems is unverified.
For Skyrim SE players who want a vampire follower without dealing with vanilla limitations. If you're a completionist collecting followers or a vampire-themed playthrough enthusiast, this is a solid pick. Skip if you need a follower with deep backstory or custom quests—this is a straightforward companion mod.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2 to install and manage this follower mod easily.
- Check the mod's page for any patches if you use other follower mods to avoid conflicts.
- After installing, load your save and travel to the location where Vanessa is supposed to be (check the original mod's description for details).
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- EclipseHeim
- Version
- 6.0
- Downloads
- 10,787
- Endorsements
- 449
- Category
- Followers & Companions
- Created
- 8/17/2019
- Updated
- 4/6/2026
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