Dual Wield Blocking Animations

skyrim — Mods & Enhancements

A simple animation replacement that fixes the incomplete dual wield blocking animation in Skyrim. With 12,815 endorsements and 264,880 downloads, it's a popular quality-of-life mod for dual-wielding players. Last updated in 2012, it remains a staple for those wanting smoother combat animations.

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Syntax

Animation

Example

Downloads: 264,880 | Endorsements: 12,815

💡 Notes

By Daljo | v1.0 | 12,815 endorsements

🎯 Tips & Tricks

Drop the files into your Data folder or use a mod manager—ei

Drop the files into your Data folder or use a mod manager—either works.

If you use other animation mods, load this one after them to

If you use other animation mods, load this one after them to ensure it takes priority.

Check if your Skyrim version is pre-Special Edition; this mo

Check if your Skyrim version is pre-Special Edition; this mod is old and may need tweaks for newer versions.

🔧 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

Community favorite with 12,815 endorsements—clearly fills a need.
Huge download count (264,880) shows it's been widely used for years.
Does exactly what it says: fixes the janky dual wield block animation.

👎 Cons

Last updated in 2012—might not be compatible with the latest Skyrim versions or mods.
Only affects blocking animation; no other combat improvements.
No detailed instructions or compatibility notes provided by the author.

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