Better Stealth AI for Followers - No Torch while Sneaking
skyrim — Mods & Enhancements
This mod improves follower stealth AI in Skyrim, preventing them from attacking before enemies fully detect the player and making them unequip torches while sneaking. It works with all standard followers and is compatible with most follower mods. With over 18,000 endorsements, it's a community favorite for stealth players.
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Followers and CompanionsExample
Downloads: 366,869 | Endorsements: 18,751💡 Notes
By kryptopyr and nbtc971 | v3.4 | 18,751 endorsements
🎯 Tips & Tricks
If you're using a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2, just download and install — it's a simple plugin.
Check your load order: place this mod after any follower overhaul mods to ensure compatibility.
Test with a follower in a dungeon to see the torch unequip behavior — it's most noticeable in dark areas.
🔧 Troubleshooting
Mod not working
Check load order and required dependencies. Read the full mod description.
⚠️ Common Mistakes
- Installing multiple mods that modify the same files without checking compatibility
👍 Pros
- Huge community trust (18,751 endorsements) — this is a must-have for stealth builds.
- Fixes a major annoyance: followers blowing your cover by attacking too early.
- Simple, focused tweak that doesn't overhaul follower behavior — just makes them smarter.
👎 Cons
- Last updated in 2014 — may have compatibility issues with newer Skyrim versions or mods.
- Only affects standard followers; custom followers might not be covered.
- No detailed documentation on exact AI changes or potential conflicts.