Helpful Links and References

[smr1957]

Timeline and other Shattered Space story info:

https://bethesda.net/en/game/starfield/shattered-space

[smr1957]

Nexus has released their Monthly Roundup - September 2024 by SlugGirl - https://www.nexusmods.com/news/15102

The September roundup contains news regarding the new Nexus Mods App that is currently being worked on, as well as information concerning the Nexus site itself. Anyone who uses Nexus Mods (or is just interested in keeping up with the doings of the modding community) should check it out and read it.

[Arthmoor]

More data obfuscation in the name of the almighty algorithm. So now there's even less information available to mod authors to make informed decisions about their mods in relation to Nexus. Who btw should be treated as a business relationship for EVERYONE rather than just some place to put mods.

[smr1957]

25 minutes ago, Arthmoor said:

More data obfuscation in the name of the almighty algorithm. So now there's even less information available to mod authors to make informed decisions about their mods in relation to Nexus. Who btw should be treated as a business relationship for EVERYONE rather than just some place to put mods.

Things have certainly moved beyond what they were years ago, when it was all just a hobby and there was no money directly involved.  Unfortunately, for better or worse that situation has change, and it is, as you say, now a business - and it needs to be treated as such by all involved.  Once, when we were children, we shared the things we had with our friends, and even people not our friends - just because, and no accounting was needed, or even thought of.  But once we become adults, and open a store, we can no longer treat things in the same matter, but must have bookkeeping, accounting, and all the other things that come with running a business, and any information concerning that business needs to be shared with those who directly contribute to allowing the business to maintain its successful position.  And one of the important parts of that, is the providing of clear information on how the business is run.

Well, this is all somewhat outside the intent of this particular discussion topic, but it is still a very important subject, and one that probably deserves a more in-depth discussion than just a few posts here and there.

[smr1957]

Somewhat overlooked on my part with the release of the Shattered Sapce DLC, was the linking of the Update notes:

Starfield Update 1.14.70
https://bethesda.net/en/game/starfield/article/QSbsZDsZVAKO6Ft5LEzAh/starfield-september-update-patch-notes

[smr1957]

Now available:
Unofficial Shattered Space Patch 1.0.0 (unless otherwise indicated, all fixes are retroactive)

https://www.afkmods.com/index.php?/files/file/2660-unofficial-shattered-space-patch/

https://www.nexusmods.com/starfield/mods/143

https://creations.bethesda.net/en/starfield/details/b752542d-e488-437d-8c99-a3e5a19cad64/Unofficial_Shattered_Space_Patch

Changelog:
https://www.afkmods.com/Unofficial Shattered Space Patch Version History.html

Just a single fix so far, but a big one:
Fixes a bug that prevented Andreja's unique Dazra dialogue from playing properly.

Edited October 4, 2024 by smr1957

[smr1957]

Initial Load Order updated:

Starfield.esm
ShatteredSpace.esm [if you have this DLC]
Constellation.esm [If you have this DLC]
OldMars.esm [If you have this DLC]
BlueprintShips-Starfield.esm
SFBGS007.esm
SFBGS008.esm
SFBGS006.esm
SFBGS003.esm
SFBGS004.esm
[Other Official Files TBD]
unofficial starfield patch.esm OR StarfieldCommunityPatch.esm (use one of the other, NOT both)
unofficial shattered space patch.esm (if you have Shattered Space DLC)
[Everything else you have installed]

Edited October 4, 2024 by smr1957

[smr1957]

In Nexus' Get to Know series - an interview with Sewer56, part of Nexus' App Development team and a frequenter of Nexus' Discord servers.

Get To Know: Sewer56 - https://www.nexusmods.com/news/15105

[smr1957]

Unofficial Starfield Patch (USFP) has been updated - 1.0.5 has been released.
For details see 1st post here:
https://www.afkmods.com/index.php?/topic/8939-relzwipz-unofficial-starfield-patch/

Download from one of these:
https://www.afkmods.com/index.php?/files/file/2571-unofficial-starfield-patch/
https://www.nexusmods.com/starfield/mods/143
https://creations.bethesda.net/en/starfield/details/363ee78b-1735-4402-b3db-24236d060f7f/Unofficial_Starfield_Patch

Unofficial Shattered Space Patch (USSP) has been updated - 1.0.1 has been released.
For details. see 1st post here:
https://www.afkmods.com/index.php?/topic/10304-relzwipz-unofficial-shattered-space-patch/

Download from one of these:
https://www.afkmods.com/index.php?/files/file/2660-unofficial-shattered-space-patch/
https://www.nexusmods.com/starfield/mods/143
https://creations.bethesda.net/en/starfield/details/b752542d-e488-437d-8c99-a3e5a19cad64/Unofficial_Shattered_Space_Patch

[smr1957]

Unofficial Starfield Patch updated to version 1.0.5a

"Fixed an issue which caused unique planet POIs to go missing (Paradiso + Sonny DiFalco's Island)."

[smr1957]

Reorganized Section 3 - Tools, Creation Kit Tutorials subsection, and added the following:

Starfield Creation Tutorial – Part 2 Switches quick rundown of using opposite of parent selection by Corinze:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J96M2hoeB0I

Art Toots Creation Kit Tutorials

Playlist:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PcFKChi_okM&list=PL6WJrXCjxR9eta267_Z_8rG0k_2xsJ1Wj

Starfield Creation Kit Not Launching: 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eh1pSiSXRcE

Starfield Modding Guide - Ship Vendor Framework: 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dfM2OqBzbxQ

Starfield Creation Kit Create an Audio Log Tutorial:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7tdBySdrPUs

Starfield Creation Kit Lights and Switches:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRxhyXco_rg

Starfield Creation Kit Auto Generate Navmesh:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=65LiXEszdJ8

Starfield Creation Kit Export Terrain Landscape:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZChIKsZ6rAQ

Starfield Creation Kit Unique Point of Interest Tutorial:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ngGeagDSCMw

NOTE: There may have been changes made to the CK since these were originally uploaded, which may cause issues with how things render (specifically with regard to POIs or terrain, e.g. - buried, not appearing, etc.), so be advised!

[smr1957]

If you are into creating mods, you may be interested in this Nexus interview of the mod author Padme4000 by SlugGirl:

Crafting Characters, Guiding Modders - Padme4000

[smr1957]

Under News:

A mod for Starfield recently received a takedown request via a DMCA.  The mod is Dune - Project Arrakis - https://www.nexusmods.com/starfield/mods/11139 , and the DMCA was filed by Legendary Entertainment, LLC as the producer and copyright holder for the films Dune and Dune 2 (directed by Denis Villeneuve and distributed by Warner Bros).  The date of issue was October 22. 2024
(A full list of movies for which Legendary Entertainment is the producer/copyright holder may be found here)

This was reported on Nexus under Takedown Requests here:

DMCA request issued by Legendary Entertainment

As per Nexus TOS, the uploader has 14 days from the above listed date (so by November 5) to file a counter-claim - if no suitable claim is filed in that time, then the mod will stay removed.

As a final note, should anyone wish to upload a mod based upon some book or movie, make sure that either the subject is in the public domain, or that proper permission has been requested and approved by the copyright holder - do NOT assume that just because the subject is seen in many places, that it may freely be used for a mod.

Also, see the following for Nexus's policy as regards this topic:

Copyright and you

Piracy and you

Although the above were written for and by Nexus, rest assured that the same principles apply and are enforced by all other reputable mod hosting sites, such as AFK Mods, for example, and any infringement of, or violation of copyright, or any incident of piracy, will NOT be tolerated - AT ALL - and will potentially carry severe consequences.

[smr1957]

Nexus just posted their Montly Roundup - October 2024.  For those who are interested, you can see it here:

https://www.nexusmods.com/news/15120

[smr1957]

Starfield Update 1.14.74 – November 5, 2024 (BETA)

https://twitter.com/BethesdaStudios/status/1853843353495884212

Starfield’s latest update contains fixes for multiple Quests, performance improvements such as the reintroduction of the uncapped frame rate option on Xbox Series X, and more. Read on for the full update notes!

If you would like to opt in to the Starfield Beta update, please follow these instructions:
1. Open your steam Library and navigate to Starfield
2. Right click on "Starfield" and select "Properties"
3. In the new properties pop-up window, select "Betas"
4. In the beta drop down to opt into, select "[beta]"
5. Wait for app to download new build and launch

For those participating and interested in providing us feedback, please visit #steam-beta-feedback on our official Discord Server.

General

-General performance and stability improvements.
-The uncapped frame rate option is available again for Xbox Series X users.
-The Message of the Day now displays more consistently on the Xbox.
-Addressed an issue where some console commands did not disable certain achievements.
-Shattered Space will now show ownership correctly for Steam users.

Gameplay

-The Annihilator Particle Beam damage-over-time effect no longer triggers companion reactions.
-Resolved a Leadership skill issue that could cause companions to not speak up.
-Improved function of the stealth bar while around crowd NPCs.
-Addressed an issue where destroyed ships could load in without collision.
-Addressed an issue where loading a save the relied on missing content could -place the player in an undesirable location.
-Trackers Alliance - Roach will now accurately track the number of completed bounties.
-Trackers Alliance - Bounty targets will now appear in Akila, Gagarin, and Cydonia.
-Trackers Alliance - Fixed an issue where the player could receive additional credits by extorting the target and then killing them.
-Trackers Alliance - Bounty targets should now have a larger variety of appearances.
-Trackers Alliance - Bounty targets will now be removed after being dealt with and leaving the area.
-Trackers Alliance - Extorting or bribing a bounty target is no longer a guaranteed success.

Quests

-The Starjacker - The correct quest objective will display when the player boards the Junker Watchdog.
-Legacy of the Fang - Addressed an issue that could cause the key to no longer open the door if the player had left the area.
-The Duel - If the player attacks Danika and gets arrested, they are now able to speak to her afterwards to complete the quest.
-The Scaled Citadel - Anasko’s ID Key is now flagged as a quest item.
-What Remains - Addressed an issue where having certain creations installed could make the hatch on The Oracle non-interactable.
-What Remains - The Engineering Bay Access Card is now flagged as a quest item.
-A House Divided - The doors in the Radiology center will stay unlocked during this quest if the player exits the area and returns.
-A House Divided - The player can now obtain the keycard from Madri after the quest is completed.
-Zealous Overreach - Fixed an issue that could occur if the Va’ruun Zealots at the exterior of Shadow Station Epsilon were killed before receiving the quest.
-Zealous Overreach - Addressed an issue that could prevent the player from speaking to Razma or Viktor if the quest “Conflict in Conviction” is started at the same time.
-Zealous Overreach - Vortex Phantoms will no longer spawn close enough to interrupt the negotiation scene.

[smr1957]

ADDED:

Starfield: Creation Kit - Tutorial Series by JRamosWorks Gaming Fun
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBVorCJF6iwcFezgpLAJ48TMdBmowACEy

To Section 3 - Tools; subsection - Creation Kit Tutorials

[smr1957]

This was just uploaded to Nexus, Starfield mods section:

Automatic PNG to DDS Converter by jrdeveraux - https://www.nexusmods.com/starfield/mods/12471
A tool that can convert multiple PNG files to the proper, optimized, .dds format

There are, of course, many graphics program/tools that can do so, but this may be better suited to mod authors - especially when working with multiple files.  Might be worth a look.

[smr1957]

For those wondering, I have not been able to post for the last month due to issues with my eyesight that caused me to be unable to see clearly enough to do any extended reading or typing, thus preventing me from keeping up my topics and threads, or posting anything else, for that matter.

However, there is some good news - today for the first time since the end of November I was able to see the words on the PC screen clearly and it was not just all a hazy blur difficult to make out.  Hopefully I will be able to continue to maintain the progress - but I am still being very careful not to put too much strain on my eyes for at least a while longer.  Hopefully I will be able to resume posting and maintaining my topics relatively soon.

Thank you for your understanding and patience.

Edited December 20, 2024 by smr1957

[lmstearn]

Sorry to hear that, hope for speedy recovery.

On the day my own go, no choice to but to live with it, it's when the depression sets in after having to listen to articles like these through text to speech software.

Do eyedrops help at all - also occasionally use an eyelid scrubber which helps a bit.

[smr1957]

3 hours ago, lmstearn said:

Sorry to hear that, hope for speedy recovery.

On the day my own go, no choice to but to live with it, it's when the depression sets in after having to listen to articles like these through text to speech software.

Do eyedrops help at all - also occasionally use an eyelid scrubber which helps a bit.

Thanks!  It's improving.  Drops were no help - think it's a combination of strain and "I have no ideaitis"   End of last month it started getting blurry and finally got so bad it was like trying to look through a glassine envelope.  It would sometimes improve in the morning on awakening, but would then in short order deteriorate again, so I had to give up on trying to read or write, because I couldn't see clearly enough and it was just straining my eyes further.  Gradually, it has improved to almost what it was prior to onset, and I am now able to once again see as I should - but I am, needless to say, being very careful not to put strain on my eyes now for a while.  And yeah, I tend to get depressed around the holidays as it is, so this didn't help - though probably a good thing I couldn't read anything, as reading the news and the Steam forums just tend to make me even more depressed - LOL!

[smr1957]

Wrye Bash version 313 officially released last night
https://www.nexusmods.com/site/mods/591

or
https://github.com/wrye-bash/wrye-bash/releases/latest

Version changes:

#685: Add ability to import/export load order [Infernio]
#681: Add support for Starfield updates up to v1.14 [Utumno, sibir-ine]
#680: Add support for the Fallout 4 Next Gen Update [Infernio]
#677: Rework translations, move to Weblate [Infernio]
#673: Add support for Skyrim VR ESLs [Infernio]
#26: Make the language setting persistent [Infernio]

[smr1957]

A new Work In Progress is available for Wrye Bash. See:
https://discord.com/channels/537706885965676554/537710516890501140/1325553632820592732

__**Wrye Bash 314.202501051952**__

**Recent Major Changes**
- Starfield support: medium/blueprint plugins and reading save masters are now implemented
- Added Tamil as a supported language (already in 313 proper, never made it into a nightly)

**Recent Minor Changes**
- [**NEW**] TES4: Fixed a regression affecting the Plugin Checker
- SSE: Added support for ParallaxGen directories to BAIN
- Fixed a regression affecting Anneal All
- Attempted to fix the cosave loading bug that is causing saves to show as having mismatched masters in SSE/FO4
- Fixed a regression affecting the Plugin Checker
- Added a workaround for the `'NoneType' object has no attribute 'author'` error
- Some minor refactoring related to file handling
- Upgraded all dependencies (this affects 7-Zip, packaging, pygit2, PyGithub, PyInstaller, PyMuPDF, pytest, Python and pywin32)
- Test fix FileExistsError on makedirs(exist_ok=True) (!?)
- Test fix for the description bug - without breaking loot masterlist detection
- New svg checkbox images!
- Fixups for restoring backups/snapshots
- Finally centralizing all refresh operations in refresh (with the help of more advanced input parameters)
- Copy info attributes such as rating/group etc when duplicating files/copying to
- Added support for exporting and importing load order
- TES4: Added support for importing load orders exported by OBMM
- List Dependent... will now open a more user-friendly dialog that allows you to jump directly to listed plugins

 

While this new WIP does not directly affect Starfield, it may still be of interest.

[smr1957]

New Work In Progress build for Wrye Bash released yesterday (January 9):

__**Wrye Bash 314.202501091721**__

**Recent Major Changes**
- Starfield support: medium/blueprint plugins and reading save masters are now implemented
- Added Tamil as a supported language (already in 313 proper, never made it into a nightly)

**Recent Minor Changes**
- [**NEW**] SSE: Added support for LightPlacer directories to BAIN
- [**NEW**] Fixed issues related to the display of checkboxes for merged/imported plugins
- [**NEW**] Some refactoring related to refreshes
- TES4: Fixed a regression affecting the Plugin Checker
- SSE: Added support for ParallaxGen directories to BAIN
- Fixed a regression affecting Anneal All
- Attempted to fix the cosave loading bug that is causing saves to show as having mismatched masters in SSE/FO4
- Fixed a regression affecting the Plugin Checker
- Added a workaround for the `'NoneType' object has no attribute 'author'` error
- Some minor refactoring related to file handling
- Upgraded all dependencies (this affects 7-Zip, packaging, pygit2, PyGithub, PyInstaller, PyMuPDF, pytest, Python and pywin32)
- Test fix FileExistsError on makedirs(exist_ok=True) (!?)
- Test fix for the description bug - without breaking loot masterlist detection
- New svg checkbox images!
- Fixups for restoring backups/snapshots
- Finally centralizing all refresh operations in refresh (with the help of more advanced input parameters)
- Copy info attributes such as rating/group etc when duplicating files/copying to
- Added support for exporting and importing load order
- TES4: Added support for importing load orders exported by OBMM
- List Dependent... will now open a more user-friendly dialog that allows you to jump directly to listed plugins

For download info, see:
https://discord.com/channels/537706885965676554/537710516890501140/1326965325064835113

[Scythe Bearer]

I don't wish to appear picky; but alas, it can be helped.  Should not these Wyre Bash update notifications be in the Tools of the Trade > Wyre Bash - All games forum as opposed to Starfield?  Wyre Bash isn't exclusive to Starfield?

[smr1957]

3 hours ago, Scythe Bearer said:

I don't wish to appear picky; but alas, it can be helped.  Should not these Wyre Bash update notifications be in the Tools of the Trade > Wyre Bash - All games forum as opposed to Starfield?  Wyre Bash isn't exclusive to Starfield?

Yes, you would be right, except I have several Helpful Links and References threads across several sites and not just for Starfield, but for Skyrim (both Classic and SSE) as well, in which this information gets posted, so to maintain consistency and ease of maintenance for all the threads, I post it the same for all (which means it get posted here for the AFK Helpful Links thread).  I would post it as well in the Wrye Bash thread, but I don't wish to spam posts - but others can feel free to post the info there if they wish.

Edited January 11 by smr1957