Training Dummies and Targets

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Training Dummies and Targets lets you actually train combat skills on practice dummies in Skyrim, which are normally non-interactive. With over 15,000 endorsements and 263,000 downloads, it's a popular quality-of-life mod for players who want to level up without grinding enemies. Last updated in 2013, it remains a staple for many.

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Syntax

Skills and Leveling

Example

Downloads: 263,834 | Endorsements: 15,173

💡 Notes

By B1gBadDaddy | v1.2 | 15,173 endorsements

🎯 Tips & Tricks

Since the mod is from 2013, check if you're using Skyrim Spe

Since the mod is from 2013, check if you're using Skyrim Special Edition or Anniversary Edition—it may need a conversion patch.

If you use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2, install it manu

If you use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2, install it manually or via manager to keep track of load order.

Test on a dummy in Riverwood first to see if the skill gains

Test on a dummy in Riverwood first to see if the skill gains work as expected before relying on it for leveling.

🔧 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 with 15,173 endorsements and 263k downloads.
Fills a real gap—dummies are useless in vanilla, this makes them actually train your skills.
Simple concept, likely easy to install and use without complex setup.

👎 Cons

Last updated in 2013—might have compatibility issues with newer Skyrim versions or DLCs.
No detailed feature list or instructions provided, so you're flying blind on what exactly it changes.
Only affects combat skills—if you wanted training for magic or stealth, this won't help.

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