Random Cinematic Sequence Freezes Character

[Destruction12345]

Hey guys, I want to get straight to the point. After handing the dragonstone and beginning the quest to face the dragon, as I left the keep into Whiterun my character suddenly froze. It went into third person and all control was lost. I was stuck into a cinematic sequence and could not use any character menus or move.

 

When I tried doing enableplayercontrols, i could not move or rotate but I am able to cast spells and all. Also, i am unable from fast traveling. Also, loading an old save doesn't work because after an unknown set of time, the freeze happens again.

 

I started a new Skyrim with many mods so i know this must be mod related. I disabled some of my animation mods but the issue still persists. Is anyone else having this issue and if so, were you able to find a solution? I can't play until this issue is gone so I'd be very grateful if someone can help me.

 

My load order.

 

 

Skyrim.esm=1
Update.esm=1
Dawnguard.esm=1
Dragonborn.esm=1
ApachiiHair.esm=1
RaceCompatibility.esm=1
AP Skyrim.esm=1
ClimatesOfTamriel.esm=1
MagicDuelReborn.esm=1
SkyMoMod.esm=1
SPIKE.esm=1
WARZONES - Civil Unrest.esm=1
HighResTexturePack01.esp=0
HighResTexturePack02.esp=0
HighResTexturePack03.esp=0
Better Dynamic Snow.esp=1
Rainbows.esp=1
Clanking Armor.esp=1
IceBreaker's Improved Reverb-v0.02-Cleaned.esp=1
Improved Combat Sounds v2.2.esp=1
randomthunder.esp=1
mintylightningmod.esp=1
MintyLightningMod_COT_Patch.esp=1
skyrimsoundtrackexpansion.esp=1
StaticMeshImprovementMod.esp=1
StaticMeshImprovementMod-DragonbornTernFix.esp=1
TradeBarter.esp=1
Economics of Skyrim.esp=1
Economics of Skyrim - Dawnguard.esp=1
Birdsofskyrim.esp=1
Book Covers Skyrim.esp=1
Chesko_WearableLantern.esp=1
Dual Sheath Redux.esp=1
ExpandedJewelryCrafting.esp=1
GuardsGuardThePlayer.esp=1
MVABasic.esp=1
SkyMoMod Extras Collectables.esp=1
SkyMoMod Extras Conjuration.esp=1
Skyrim Flora Overhaul.esp=1
SMDropLitTorch.esp=1
Tytanis.esp=1
Convenient Horses.esp=1
Character Creation Overhaul.esp=1
Dragon Soul Relinquishment.esp=1
Footprints.esp=1
Footprints - Ash.esp=1
RaceMenu.esp=1
RaceMenuPlugin.esp=1
WetandCold.esp=1
SkyUI.esp=1
LessIntrusiveHUD.esp=1
AetheriumSwordsnArmor.esp=1
Cloaks.esp=1
Cloaks - Dawnguard.esp=1
1nivWICCloaks.esp=1
1nivWICSkyCloaksPatch.esp=1
Dread Knight Weapon Set.esp=1
Dwemer Goggles & Scouter.esp=1
EternalShineArmorAndWeapons.esp=1
hothtrooper44_ArmorCompilation.esp=1
MaleClericArmor.esp=1
mancika_templarset.esp=1
Nicoroshi Creations.esp=1
Remodeled Armor.esp=1
Skyrim Knights.esp=1
BDYEB Viking Pack.esp=1
Space Wiking's Dwemer Exoskeleton.esp=1
SummonSkeletalHorde.esp=1
throwingweapons.esp=1
Tribunal Robes by Zairaam.esp=1
BoundArmors.esp=1
Unique Uniques.esp=1
Dr_Bandolier.esp=1
DeadlyDragons.esp=1
ERSO 03.3 - Mighty Dawnguard Dragons.esp=1
ERSO 03.4 - Mighty Dragonborn Dragons.esp=1
ERSO 03.5 - New Dragon Loots.esp=1
ERSO 04 - Mighty Odahviing.esp=1
ERSO 04.2 - Mighty Durnehviir.esp=1
ERSO 05 - Dovah Holy Book.esp=1
ERSO 07 - Mighty Dragon Priests.esp=1
quest into the depths.esp=1
Run For Your Lives.esp=1
When Vampires Attack.esp=1
AchieveThat.esp=1
CCO - Oblivion Carry Weights.esp=1
getdrunk.esp=1
Guard Dialogue Overhaul.esp=1
Headtracking.esp=1
Immersive Weapons.esp=1
Upgraded Weapons and Armors.esp=1
Killable Children - Quest Important Protected.esp=1
SFO - Expanded Diversity.esp=1
SkyTEST-RealisticAnimals&Predators.esp=1
dD - Enhanced Blood Main.esp=1
dD-DG-DB-MonsterMod EBT Patch.esp=1
Skyrim Unlimited Rings And Amulets.esp=1
aMidianborn_Skyforge_Weapons.esp=1
Windfull Skyrim.esp=1
SoS - The Dungeons.esp=1
SoS - The Wilds.esp=1
SoS - Civilization.esp=1
SoundPropagationOverhaul.esp=1
Realistic Lighting Overhaul - Dungeons.esp=1
Realistic Lighting Overhaul - Dawnguard Interiors.esp=1
Realistic Lighting Overhaul - Major City Interiors.esp=1
Realistic Lighting Overhaul - Minor Cities and Town Interiors.esp=1
ClimatesOfTamriel-Dungeons-Hardcore.esp=1
ClimatesOfTamriel-Nights-Level-7.esp=0
Supreme Fog - CoT.esp=1
Darker_Caves_Dungeons_Ruins_Nights.esp=1
Better Vampires.esp=1
Apocalypse - The Spell Package.esp=1
Phenderix's Magic Evolved.esp=1
Phenderix's Magic Evolved - No Perks.esp=1
BFSEffects.esp=1
TKRecoil.esp=1
TTYM - Think to Yourself Messages.esp=1
dovahkiinrelax.esp=1
vImmersiveBeds.esp=1
MagicDuelReborn - Shouts.esp=1
Duel - Combat Realism.esp=1
ACE Realistic Fighting.esp=1
Dual Wield Parrying_SKSE.esp=1
DragonCombatOverhaulDragonborn.esp=1
The Dance of Death - Dawnguard Edition.esp=1
ACE Speech.esp=1
UnlimitedConjuration.esp=1
CCO - Dynamic Skill Progression.esp=1
ACE Archery.esp=1
ACE Armor.esp=1
ACE Enchanting.esp=1
ACE Magic.esp=1
ACE Melee.esp=1
ACE Smithing.esp=1
Enchanting Throwback Dawnguard and Dragonborn.esp=1
dD-No Spinning Death Animation.esp=1
bald hair.esp=1
TheEyesOfBeauty.esp=1
LunariRace.esp=1
TemptressVixen.esp=1
3DNPC.esp=1
Essential followers - all followers.esp=1
UFO - Ultimate Follower Overhaul.esp=1
UFO - Dawnguard AddOn.esp=1
Amanda.esp=1
Lyla.esp=1
Michelle.esp=1
Misha.esp=1
Better Followers - P.esp=1
FollowerWander2.esp=1
_admod.esp=1
DudestiaMultiMarriages.esp=1
FollowerWander2Serana.esp=1
Alternate Start - Live Another Life.esp=1
CCO - Diverse Races And Genders.esp=1
WATER.esp=1
WATER Plants.esp=1
IMAGINATOR - Visual Control for Skyrim.esp=1
Dark Dungeons for ENB.esp=1
WATER DB Waves.esp=1
Dual Sheath Redux Patch.esp=1
Automatic Variants.esp=1
ASIS-Dependency.esp=1
ASIS.esp=1
 

 

Edited May 16, 2013 by Destruction12345

[Destruction12345]

I have an important update. After disabling all my mods including my dcl, this issue persists. I get frozen into a cinematic sequence and am completely unable to move. I put a lot of effort into my current character and past saves do nothing. Furthermore, making a new character won't guarantee this won't happen again. Is anyone able to help please?

 

Edit: So despite disabling the esps, the problem continued. I found the root of the issue now. When I deleted my script folder as a test it worked. Now my real issue which I hope people can help me with is how to figure out which script is causing this to happen. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Edited May 16, 2013 by Destruction12345

[FreshGyro]

I have the same problem. I have know Idea what it is.

[WeaselGear]

Sorry for late response but I believe I found it. I had the same problem and noticed the op and myself had very similar builds of the game. For me it was the vibMUTEXSCT.pex script file; upon removing it and plodding along for a while I noticed the problem went away. So, for anyone reading this, give this a go. NOTE: This will only work for files that are not already "frozen." To test this method, load a normal save file before the event occurs; I'm sorry but your frozen files are doomed, bummer.

 

I am completely oblivious as to which mod this file originates from or what it does, but I interestingly found a direct correlation to dragons. I was in the midst of a dragon attack as this bug hit me and I found that when the "effect" was about to happen the normally irate dragon simply floated in circles lackadaisically despite the barrage of spells from local mages. Then I would inevitably freeze shortly after. Just a side note for the possible owner of the mod in question should they be searching for a possible trigger.

 

As a final note, this is how I fixed it for myself. If it doesn't work for you, you may have to go through the same arduous process I did. Simply put: Go to your script folder, grab half of your scripts, move 'em to a safe folder and test the game. The bug happens, you culprit is still somewhere in the script folder. Repeat process. Once you notice the bug no longer occurs, make a note of the group that you transplanted, segregate them and return all of your already moved files back into the scripts folder. That done, start returning the "suspect" files back to the scripts folder all the while keeping a close watch to which ones you are doing so. After every file (or every small group of files) that you return, start up Skyrim and give it another test run. Keep this up until you run into the event and you should be able to decipher which file is giving you the issue.

 

I know, it's a real pain. It's time consuming, irritating, and very haphazard debugging. But it's worth it in the end.

 

Good luck.

 

tl;dr: put vibMUTEXSCT.pex found within the script folder into file purgatory until a future update to one of your mods fixes it. If that doesn't work, use process of elimination.

[topeira]

thank you so much for posting this, man.

i had the same bug and was losing my mind.

 

i had this issue as well - i was in the dark brotherhood's sanctuary and suddenly froze. i updated my mod from v1.0 to 1.1 and loaded the last saved game BEOFRE my character froze. i gave it a few seconds and it didnt freeze. happy i started running around the sanctuary and i got near a couple of beds next to where nazir is sitting - then suddenly the camera moved to 3rd person and i fronze againm but the funny this was - my character automatically walked to one of the beds i was next to and lied down to sleep. after a second on the bed it got up as if waking up, and my character unfroze.

so my conclusion is that this infamous script file basically told my character to go to sleep, but there was no bed around (most of the time), but when there WAS a bed near by - i went to sleep.

[elkanbrand]

"Immersive Beds" is the script origin. I had similar problems as those above. It worked for several game hours and then just started freezing. Maybe it conflicts with other mods I know not?? Thank you to WeaselGear for the detective work and bug zapping advice! I reported and listed this thread on the NEXUS mod page so hopefully the bug can be fixed as it is unplayable making the dragon born stand in place like a idiot computer program someone made up and constantly manipulates.

[jaderiver]

I'm also having a similar issue, Where my character stops starts run walk stops again I can't do sneaky moves as I;m seen, and spoils teh whole effect and it seems to be getting worse I'm now freezing going thru load doors and freezing on the other side...

Driving me nuts :ohmy:

I moving a handful of scripts to a safe folder, and the game would just ctd after menu screen .... the movement bug I'm having is my character will walk / run the stop or run n stop sometimes quite a lot other times not much >_< =/

Edited October 4, 2019 by jaderiver