Restoring Skyrim's Vampires to Their Former Glory with a Cut-Content Mod

Vampires have been a part of the Elder Scrolls games since Daggerfall, and Skyrim's Dawnguard expansion gave players the option to become either a shapeshifting Vampire Lord or a crossbow-wielding vampire hunter. However, Dawnguard also unintentionally weakened vampires in some aspects. A new mod called "Bloodhunt - Cut Vampire Content Restoration" aims to restore vampires to their original power while adding unused abilities found in Dawnguard's files.

In the Dawnguard expansion, certain vampire features were inadvertently weakened. For instance, the damage inflicted by specific vampire types was lessened, and a perk that allowed high-level vampires to disregard a portion of armor when using maces was disabled. Furthermore, the frost resistance and fire vulnerability statistics for all vampires were modified. The impact of reaching stage four of vampirism, where players are expected to be "hated and feared," was also diminished. Consequently, NPCs ceased to attack stage four vampires on sight unless they displayed their Vampire Lord form or engaged in feeding.

Bloodhunt – Cut Vampire Content Restoration mod by social anxiety addresses these issues by undoing some of these changes made in Dawnguard. This restoration brings back the original challenge and allure associated with playing as or encountering powerful vampires in Skyrim.

Along with reinstating some of the original vampire characteristics, the Bloodhunt mod also activates two previously unused vampiric abilities discovered within the Dawnguard's game files: Vampiric Strength and Dread Cloak. The Vampiric Strength ability grants an enhancement to a vampire's damage output when fighting unarmed, while Dread Cloak bestows a once-per-day damaging aura to vampires at stage three. These added features create a more immersive and engaging experience for players who choose to follow the vampire storyline.

In conclusion, this mod offers an opportunity for players to experience Skyrim's vampires as they were initially intended before Dawnguard's alterations. By restoring their power and adding unused abilities, this mod enhances the gameplay for those who wish to dive deeper into the world of vampires in Skyrim. Fans of the Elder Scrolls series, especially those who enjoy playing as or fighting against vampires, should find this mod a welcome addition to their game.