(ACT 3 INTRO SPOILERS) Reduced Veins
⚪ Last updated 2023⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
Preview
🔍 Analysis
- 👍 3.6% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #18 of 156 Visuals mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This mod provides 3 variants of the Half-Illithid Transformation veins that are less intense than Vanilla. The mod does not remove the veins, but
rather reduces their impact on your character, providing a noticeable change while not being as aethetically unpleasing.
I personally recommend the Subtle version, but I will provide images of all 3 (including vanilla for comparison) with my player character for reference.
Many thanks to liludev for finding this file structure. I recommend their mod if you're looking for something that completely removes the veins.
Dragonborn version now available in >0. 2 of the mod!
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Installation
Navigate to where you installed your game, then go to Baldurs Gate 3\Data. Drop the Generated folder you downloaded here.
Default installation locations per game versions:
- GOG: C:\Program Files (x86)\GOG Galaxy\Games\Baldurs Gate 3\Data
- Steam: C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Baldurs Gate 3\Data
Unstallation
Delete files:
Generated\Public\Shared\Assets\Characters\_Models\_SharedAssets\SHARED_Skin\Resources\SKIN_Shared_Half_Illithid_MSK. DDS
Generated\Public\Shared\Assets\Characters\_Models\_SharedAssets\SHARED_Skin\Resources\SKIN_Shared_Scars_MSK. DDS
A retexture mod for Baldur's Gate 3 that reduces the visual change at the start of Act 3, offering a subtler appearance. With 601 endorsements and 16,718 downloads, it's a popular cosmetic tweak for players who prefer a less dramatic transformation.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 601 endorsements and over 16k downloads.
- Easy to install—just drop the files in.
- Does exactly what it says: tones down the Act 3 visual change.
⚠️ Cons
- Only affects one specific visual aspect—if you want broader changes, look elsewhere.
- No screenshots or detailed previews in the description, so you're flying blind until you try it.
- Last updated in August 2023—may not be compatible with the latest game patches.
For Baldur's Gate 3 players who find the Act 3 visual change too intense and want a more subtle look. Skip if you're fine with the original effect or want more comprehensive visual overhauls.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to back up your original files before replacing them, just in case you want to revert.
- Check the mod's comments section for any reported issues with the latest game version.
- If you're using a mod manager, you can preview the texture before installing to see if you like it.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Baldurs Gate 3 Mods
- Author
- Vincent
- Version
- 0.2
- Downloads
- 16,718
- Endorsements
- 601
- Category
- Visuals
- Created
- 8/16/2023
- Updated
- 8/18/2023
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