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Disables the ability to run backwards by forcing you to walk instead. Stand and fight or flee—none of this kiting backwards malarkey. Optimised implementation using xOBSE events instead of constantly running scripts.
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Description
This mod kicks you into walk mode if you try to run backwards. I know this has already been done, but such other mods do one of three things:
- Mess around with the player’s speed attribute or speed game settings, which can royally mess things up if the change isn’t undone properly.
- Have a short delay in switching speeds, so you can still ‘skip’ backwards to dodge attacks (the speed change is also jarring).
- Are just needlessly complex in how they are scripted.
This mod solves all of the above. Whenever you’re attempting to run backwards, a single streamlined script simply changes you to walking, just as if you’d pressed the run toggle. No SetForceRun functions, etc, just simple manipulation of key presses.
As of version 2.0, this mod now uses xOBSE key press events, so no longer needs to have a constantly running script to detect when you are moving backwards. This makes it (without a doubt) the most streamlined mod of its kind.
Reasoning: After getting familiar with the game, you can dodge most attacks by running backwards slightly just as the enemy’s hit is about to land. I see this as an exploit. There’s also the notorious spell/arrow spam whilst back-pedalling. This mod basically removes the grey area between fleeing and actually fighting, and I now consider it an important part of my game's balance.
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Installation
This mod requires the xOBSE version 22.3 or higher.
Standard installation procedure: add the file to your data folder and check in the game launcher or your mod manager of choice.
Uninstallation
This mod can be uninstalled at any time and will have no permanent effects on your game.
Compatibility
Do not use with any other mod which also disables backwards running. Other than that, this mod should be compatible with almost everything.
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