Yami Neko Race - CBBE-UNP-Vanilla
⚪ Last updated 2016⚠️ 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
- 👍 2.3% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #5 of 21 Races, Classes, and Birthsigns mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Base Stats: Basically a complete merge of Nord and Khajiit. Two-Handed: 10 One-Handed: 10 Sneak: 10 Pickpocket: 5 Light Armor: 5 Archery: 5 Speech: 5
Requirements: RaceCompatibility CBBE or UNP for Females. You can use any other skin mods and it shouldn't effect Neko.
Help/FAQ: Q: Can I remove the ears? A: Yes, go to Meshes/Actors/Characters and delete the Yami folder.
Q: How do I fix the neck seam? A: Change the complexion to anything. Every time you enter the race menu you will need to set complexion again.
Permissions: Do what you want, credit me. Check credits for permissions, some are open for use, some require permission.
Credits: Fair Skin Complexion by HHaleyy - For Female Human areas of the body and head textures. Feminine Khajiit Textures by MONSTERaider - For Female Khajiit areas of the body textures. Masculine Khajiit Textures by MONSTERaider - For Male Khajiit areas of the body textures. SkySight Skins by fadingsignal - For Male Human areas of the body and head textures. Vicyorus for help with Khajiit ears nif. GrandBulwark for help with Khajiit Claw ability.
Adds a new playable race, Yami Neko, a blend of Nord and Khajiit, for Skyrim. Includes compatibility with CBBE, UNP, and vanilla body types. A popular race mod with over 1,700 endorsements, last updated in 2016.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 1,761 endorsements and 75k downloads.
- Works with CBBE, UNP, and vanilla bodies, so it fits most setups.
- Adds a fresh race option that blends Nord and Khajiit traits.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2016, so it might not be fully compatible with the latest Skyrim versions or mods.
- Potential conflicts with other race mods or mods that alter race records.
- No detailed feature list, so you'll have to test in-game to see what it offers.
For Skyrim players who want a new race option that mixes Nord and Khajiit aesthetics. Great for roleplayers looking for a unique character build. Skip if you're not into race mods or prefer more lore-friendly additions.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2 to install and manage this mod easily.
- If you're using CBBE or UNP, make sure you have the corresponding body mod installed first.
- Check for compatibility patches if you use other race mods or overhauls.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- Benzkool and TheUnexpected
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 75,967
- Endorsements
- 1,761
- Category
- Races, Classes, and Birthsigns
- Created
- 11/18/2016
- Updated
- 11/18/2016
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