# Jimothy the Raccoon is already in Skyrim and Stardew Valley

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/jimothy-the-raccoon-is-already-in-skyrim-and-stardew-valley/
- Published: 2026-07-21T17:59:18+00:00
- Updated: 2026-07-21T18:21:47+00:00
- Original publisher: Polygon
- Original article: https://www.polygon.com/jimothy-the-raccoon-game-mods-skyrim-stardew-valley/
- Topics: Art, Celebrity, Culture, Entertainment

## Key points

- Viral raccoon Jimothy added to Skyrim and Stardew Valley via fan mods
- Jimothy has short spine syndrome, giving him his distinctive gait
- Blizzard already honoured him in World of Warcraft; more games may follow

## Summary

Jimothy, a raccoon with an unusual gait living near Seattle, has become a viral internet sensation and has now been added to the video games The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim and Stardew Valley by fan modders. The raccoon's distinctive appearance stems from short spine syndrome, a rare genetic condition, and his sudden fame after a resident filmed him strolling through the Ballard neighbourhood has inspired memes, fan art and now playable tributes across multiple platforms.

Modder triptherift added Jimothy to Skyrim as a wildlife creature at the request of Discord community members, while Stardew Valley players can get him via two separate mods: one from SmolHooman adding him as a custom pet, and another from kirbysteaks making him a purchasable farm animal from Marnie who can yield trash, seeds and occasionally treasure. Blizzard Entertainment has already given Jimothy an in-game tribute in World of Warcraft, fuelling speculation that official appearances in bigger titles, possibly even Fortnite, could follow.

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