Weapons On Back
⚪ Last updated 2018⚠️ 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
- 👍 2.6% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #1 of 123 Animation mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Credit To Groovtama For The Back Swords & Daggers - To The Original Mod : XP32 Skeleton
Credit To Chesko For Belt Fastened Quivers - To The Original Mod : Belt Fastened Quivers
Weapons On Back by SLAT3RR repositions one-handed swords and daggers to the back of the character, complete with animations. With over 6,400 endorsements and 247k downloads, this lightweight mod has been a community favorite since 2018, offering a simple visual upgrade with no requirements.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust: 6,473 endorsements and 247k downloads show this mod is battle-tested.
- No dependencies—just drop it in and go, perfect for modding newbies.
- Animations included, so your character doesn't look stiff when weapons are on the back.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2018—might not play nice with newer game patches or DLCs.
- Only affects one-handed swords and daggers; other weapon types are untouched.
- No screenshots or videos in the description, so you're flying blind on the visual result.
For Skyrim players who want a more realistic look with swords and daggers on the back instead of the hip. If you're tired of the default holster positions and want a quick cosmetic tweak, this is for you. Skip if you want changes to all weapon types or need modern updates.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a simple mesh/animation replacer, just drop the files into your Data folder or use a mod manager—no load order worries.
- If you use other weapon animation mods, test for conflicts; this mod might override or be overridden depending on load order.
- Check the mod's comment section for any user-reported compatibility notes with popular animation overhauls.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- SLAT3RR
- Version
- 1.1
- Downloads
- 247,193
- Endorsements
- 6,473
- Category
- Animation
- Created
- 1/31/2018
- Updated
- 11/3/2018
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