No Auto Sword Sheathe - Unsheathe
⚪ Last updated 2016⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 3.5% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #11 of 61 Combat mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Manual sword sheathe/unsheathe option was added by CDPR in the latest patch 1. 20 making this mod obsolete.
DESCRIPTION:
Updated to work with Patch 1. 12 (January 2016)
This is a simple tweak that prevents Geralt from automatically sheathing his sword when combat ends or when you get out of the enemy aggro zone.
Optional file "No Auto Sword Unsheathe" disables auto unsheathing on combat start or wrong enemy type.
Optional file "Combat Distance Fix" increases the combat radius allowing you to block arrows from much farther away.
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INSTALLATION:
Unzip the files in your "Mods "folder (create one if it doesn't exist) found in your Witcher 3 main game directory or use the mod manager.
HOW IT WORKS?
Main "No Auto Sword Sheath" file comments out the following lines in playerWitcher.ws in OnCombatFinished() function thus preventing the sheathing animation from playing: / LogChannel( 'OnCombatFinished', "OnCombatFinished: DelayedSheathSword timer added" ); if ( ShouldAutoSheathSwordInstantly() ) AddTimer( 'DelayedSheathSword', 0. 5f ); else AddTimer( 'DelayedSheathSword', 2.f ); /Optional "No Auto Sword Unsheath" file modifies files playerWeaponHolster.ws and horseRiding.ws, search for "// modNoAutoSwordUnsheath" comments to see the changes.
Optional "Combat Distance Fix" file modifies r4Player.ws, combat.ws and exploration.ws files, search for "// modCombatDistanceFix" comments to see the changes.
No Auto Sword Sheathe - Unsheathe removes automatic sword sheathing, giving players manual control over when their weapon is drawn or stowed. It also includes optional fixes for combat radius and stance. A popular utility mod for Skyrim, with 3,403 endorsements and nearly 100,000 downloads, though it hasn't been updated since 2016.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 3,403 endorsements and 96,593 downloads—clearly a trusted mod.
- Gives you full control over weapon draw, which is great for roleplay or cinematic moments.
- Optional fixes for combat radius and stance are handy extras that address common annoyances.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2016—likely outdated for current Skyrim versions, may need patches.
- Manual sheathing might feel clunky in fast-paced combat if you forget to draw your weapon.
For Skyrim players who want more immersive control over weapon handling, especially roleplayers and those who dislike the auto-sheathe mechanic. Also useful for players who want to tweak combat detection and stance. Skip if you prefer streamlined combat without extra micromanagement.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to bind the sheathe/unsheathe key to something easily accessible, like R or a mouse button.
- If you use a mod manager, install this mod manually by dropping the files into your Data folder to avoid conflicts.
- Test the combat radius fix in a saved game before starting a new playthrough to see if it suits your playstyle.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Witcher 3 Mods
- Author
- skyrayfox
- Version
- 1.4
- Downloads
- 96,593
- Endorsements
- 3,403
- Category
- Combat
- Created
- 8/15/2015
- Updated
- 1/12/2016
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