Leather Armor Model Improvements
⚪ Last updated 2024⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 0.1% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #85 of 247 Equipment mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
I have nothing against asymmetrical armor, so long as it does not defy common sense. It bothered me that the right knee-pad was missing from +1 Leather Armor. And +2 Leather Armor had no knee-pads at all! That hardly seemed like much of an upgrade to me. So I modified the models to include knee-pads. All races and body-types are supported. UV Maps on pants have also been corrected for both.
This mod is a MODEL-SWAP. Meaning: these models bear the exact same names and directory structure as those found in the base-game. They should* over-ride base-game files. Other than the meta.lsf, there is NO CODE involved. As such, there cannot be any compatibility issues with other mods, unless they-too are model-swaps of the exact same armors. Nor is there any risk to save files.
I say "should" because I can only be certain that this will happen when the relevant base-game files and directory structure are already unpacked. I have no way of testing what happens on a default install. Though, "worst-case", the base-game models, that are extracted upon loading the game, will simply over-ride these. If someone can let me know in the section what happens when a default install loads with this mod installed, that would be great! Thanks.
Also, as these are model-swaps, I'm including an Optional File which will restore the original models. This is to ensure that this mod can always be fully reverted. Uninstalling the mod via a manager may or may-not be sufficient alone. If it's not, use your mod manager of choice to load the Optional File after fully uninstalling the Main File. Doing so will restore the original models.
This mod swaps the leather armor models in the game to add knee protection to almost all variants, including those worn by NPCs. It's a simple visual enhancement for players who want more realistic armor detail. With 79 endorsements and over 117k downloads, it's a niche but popular cosmetic tweak.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 79 endorsements and over 117k downloads.
- Improves visual realism for leather armor across the game world.
- Simple model-swap, likely easy to install and remove.
⚠️ Cons
- Only affects leather armor – if you don't use it, you won't see the change.
- No screenshots or detailed description provided, so you can't preview the exact look.
- Last updated in January 2024 – may not be compatible with future game patches.
For players who want more realistic armor visuals, especially those who wear leather armor or notice NPCs' gear. If you're into cosmetic tweaks that enhance immersion without changing gameplay, this is for you. Skip if you prefer gameplay-altering mods or don't care about knee pads.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a model-swap, make sure to place the files in the correct data folder or use a mod manager to avoid conflicts.
- Check if the mod requires any DLC or specific game version – the description doesn't mention, so test it after installing.
- If you use other armor mods, load order might matter – put this one after them to ensure it takes effect.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Baldurs Gate 3 Mods
- Author
- EgaoKage
- Version
- 1
- Downloads
- 117,316
- Endorsements
- 79
- Category
- Equipment
- Created
- 1/21/2024
- Updated
- 1/21/2024
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