Spawn NPC (Player.PlaceAtMe)
skyrim — Console Commands
Spawns a specified NPC or creature at your current location. Useful for testing combat or creating companions.
Syntax
player.placeatme <baseID> <count>Example
player.placeatme 0001a6a2 1💡 Notes
Base ID example 0001a6a2 is a Bandit. Spawned NPCs may be hostile or friendly depending on faction.
🎯 Tips & Tricks
Friendly NPCs
Use 'player.placeatme 0001a6a2 1' then use 'setrelationshiprank player 4' to make them friendly.
Testing
Spawn enemies to test weapons and spells safely.
Cleanup
Use 'markfordelete' on spawned NPCs to remove them.
🔧 Troubleshooting
NPC not appearing
Ensure you have the correct base ID; use 'help npc' to find IDs.
Game crash
Don't spawn more than 10 at once; reduce count.
⚠️ Common Mistakes
- Don't spawn essential NPCs; it may break quests.
- Don't spawn too many; performance issues.
👍 Pros
- Spawn any NPC
- Test combat
- Create followers
- Populate areas
👎 Cons
- May cause lag with many NPCs
- Can break quests
- NPCs may be hostile