Extend Skeleton Names
⚪ Last updated 2023⚠️ Install Order · 1 step
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🔍 Analysis
- 🏆 #117 of 144 Miscellaneous mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Adds the ability to extend or replace the list of names used for skeletons summoned with the new Dead Raiser magic staff, from the Mistlands update.
If you have a few favourite names, or just dont like the current list and don't want to have rename them whenever you summon them, then this mod is for you!
Want all your skeletons to be called "Mr. Bones"?
You can now do that! Enable replacing the list, and only have "Mr. Bones" in the new names
Client side, so only your skeletons will use your custom list
Enable = true
Replace = true
Names = Mr. Bones
Full Example Config:
## Enables extending or replacing names for skeletons
# Setting type: Boolean
# Default value: true
Enable = true
## Replace (True): Use your list instead of the default, or Extend (False): add them together
# Setting type: Boolean
# Default value: true
Replace = true
## Track any name changes for your skeletons and add them to the config automatically
# Setting type: Boolean
# Default value: true
Track = true
## List of names, separated by commas, 100 names max.
# Setting type: String
# Default value: Bob,Fluffy,Spooky
Names = Bob,Fluffy,Spooky
Extend Skeleton Names is a small utility mod for Skyrim that lets you expand or replace the default name list for summoned skeletons. With only 3 endorsements and 197 downloads, it's a niche tool for players who want more variety in their necromancer summons. Last updated in January 2023, it remains a simple, functional addition for those seeking customization.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Tiny mod that does exactly what it says—no bloat, just name variety for your skeletal minions.
- Easy to install and forget; it just works in the background.
- Perfect for roleplayers who want their necromancer's summons to feel more personal.
⚠️ Cons
- Very low adoption (3 endorsements) means it's barely tested by the community.
- No documentation or screenshots provided, so you're flying blind on how to configure it.
- Last updated in January 2023—might not be compatible with the latest Skyrim updates or other mods that alter skeleton names.
For Skyrim players who love necromancer builds and want to add a personal touch to their summoned skeletons. If you're a mod author looking for a base to expand upon, this could be a starting point. Skip if you want gameplay changes—this is purely cosmetic.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since this mod likely uses a text file or script, check the mod's file structure after downloading to see if there's a readme or config file.
- If you're using a mod manager like Vortex or MO2, install it normally and let the manager handle file placement.
- Test in-game by summoning a skeleton and see if the new names appear; if not, check for conflicts with other mods that modify summoning.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Valheim Mods
- Author
- Yorimor
- Version
- 1.1.1
- Downloads
- 197
- Endorsements
- 3
- Category
- Miscellaneous
- Created
- 12/24/2022
- Updated
- 1/13/2023
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