Wielding Sun Stuff Hurts Vampires
⚪ Last updated 2022⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 0.1% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #5 of 5 Magic - Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Description
During a livestream, my friend Raccoondance mentioned an idea for a mod: wielding sun spells hurts you, if you're a vampire. This inspired me to make this mod.
You will receive 10 points of health damage each second, if you're a vampire and you're wielding (having equipped) the following:
Affected items
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[] Dawnbreaker
[
] Red Eagle's Bane[] Sunhallowed Elven Arrows
[] "Silver" weapons
[] Weapons with the "Turn Undead" enchantment
[]"Dawnguard" weapons and armors
Note: I excluded Auriel's Bow, since it's needed for Bloodcursed Arrows as well, so I figured it made sense to exclude.Affected spells
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[] Sun Fire
[
] Vampire's Bane[] Stendarr's Aura
[] Bane of the Undead
[] Circle of Protection
[] "Turn Undead" spells
[] "Repel Undead" spells
[] Sun Flare (from the Sun Stone on Solstheim)
There's an optional file which has Silver Weapons cause the same effect on Werewolves.
Description
Patches can be found on this page.
Q: Does installing/updating/uninstalling on an existing save work?
A: As far as I know, it should. However, it's good practice to keep a backup save prior to doing this, just in case.
Q: Is this compatible with <insert mod>?
A: I don't know by heart. You might need to check yourself.
Q: Will you make a patch for <insert mod>?
A: Only if it's a mod I use myself or plan on using, I have enough time and I actually like the idea. Otherwise, feel free to do it yourself. (see permissions)
Q: I have a suggestion to improve the mod. Can you do it?
A: Maybe, if I have time and I like the idea, I'll consider it.
Q: Will you port this to <insert platform>?
A: No, I myself only support the Steam and GOG English SE and AE versions of Skyrim. If someone else wants to port it, feel free. (see permission) If you decide to port it, you yourself take full responsibility to offer support to said port. I will not provide no support for any ports by third parties.
Q: I use a ported version of this mod on <insert platform> and I have a problem. Can you help?
A: I don't provide any support for third party ports on other platforms than the Steam and GOG English SE and AE versions of Skyrim. If you have issues, you should adress the person that ported it.
Q: Does this work on Skyrim 1. 6+, aka "Anniversary Edition"?
A: Yes, it should.
Q: Why don't your mods use MCMs and instead use this janky console command system to set g
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[] Sun Fire
This mod makes wielding anti-undead items or spells damage you if you're a vampire. It's a simple gameplay tweak for vampire players seeking extra challenge. With 480 endorsements and over 500k downloads, it's a popular niche mod, last updated in November 2022.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Popular with the community (480 endorsements, 517k downloads).
- Adds a meaningful drawback to playing a vampire, making the choice more immersive.
- Simple concept that's easy to understand and integrate into your game.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2022 — may not be compatible with the latest game version.
- Could be frustrating if you accidentally equip a sun-related item and take damage.
For vampire roleplayers who want a more challenging and immersive experience. Also for players who enjoy adding drawbacks to powerful abilities. Skip if you prefer vampires without extra penalties.
💡 Beginner Tips
- If you're playing a vampire, be careful when looting or equipping items that might be anti-undead.
- Check your active spells before entering combat to avoid accidentally damaging yourself.
- Consider pairing this with other vampire overhaul mods for a more cohesive experience.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- AndrealletiusVIII
- Version
- 1.1
- Downloads
- 517,239
- Endorsements
- 480
- Category
- Magic - Gameplay
- Created
- 8/4/2022
- Updated
- 11/3/2022
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