Wider Block Angle
⚪ Last updated 2019⚠️ 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
- 👍 0.4% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #36 of 37 Combat mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Makes blocking less frustrating while fighting multiple enemies by increasing the blocking angle of every weapon/shield for around 2. 5 times.
Lightweight esl file compatible with pretty much everything.
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Wider Block Angle is a lightweight ESL mod for Skyrim that increases the blocking angle of weapons and shields by roughly 2.5 times, making it easier to block multiple enemies. With over 2,000 endorsements and nearly half a million downloads, it's a popular quality-of-life combat tweak for players who find vanilla blocking too restrictive.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust: 2,045 endorsements and 490k downloads.
- ESL format means it's lightweight and won't bloat your load order.
- Directly addresses a common pain point—blocking multiple attackers feels much more forgiving.
⚠️ Cons
- Not updated since 2019—might have compatibility issues with newer Skyrim versions or mods.
- Only affects blocking angle; no other combat changes, so if you want more depth, look elsewhere.
- Could make blocking too easy for some players, reducing challenge in melee fights.
For Skyrim players who find vanilla blocking too narrow, especially when swarmed by enemies. If you're tired of getting hit from the side while blocking, this is a simple fix. Skip if you want a complete combat overhaul or prefer a more challenging block mechanic.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's an ESL file, you can safely add it to your load order without worrying about the 255 plugin limit.
- If you use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2, just download and enable—no special load order placement needed.
- Test with a group of bandits to feel the difference; you'll notice you can block attacks from wider angles.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- Lertkrush
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 490,735
- Endorsements
- 2,045
- Category
- Combat
- Created
- 12/31/2019
- Updated
- 12/31/2019
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