Staves of Skyrim
skyrim — Mods & Enhancements
Staves of Skyrim adds 30 new staves to the game, featuring 15 new models and new textures for all staves. These staves are equipped in the shield slot, allowing blocking and parrying like a shield, and they integrate with the Block perk tree to enhance staff combat. A popular mod with nearly 7,000 endorsements, last updated in 2013.
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Downloads: 174,481 | Endorsements: 6,961💡 Notes
By Kearsage | v1.8 | 6,961 endorsements
🎯 Tips & Tricks
Since staves use the shield slot, you'll need to equip them like a shield — check your hotkeys to switch between spells and staves smoothly.
If you're on Skyrim Special Edition, look for a port or use a mod manager to convert the mod, as the original is for Oldrim.
Pair this with a perk overhaul that keeps the block tree intact, or you might lose the added staff perks.
🔧 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 love: 6,961 endorsements and 174k downloads — this mod is a staple for staff fans.
- Turns staves into actual melee weapons with block and parry, making them viable for combat builds.
- New models and textures refresh the look of staves, giving variety beyond vanilla.
👎 Cons
- Last updated in 2013 — likely outdated for the Special Edition or Anniversary Edition, so compatibility is a gamble.
- No mention of compatibility with other mods that alter the block tree or staves, so conflicts may arise.
- Requires the base game's block mechanics, so if you use mods that overhaul combat, this might not play nice.