Mel's Arcane Tattoos
🟠 Updated over a year ago⚠️ 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
- 👍 3.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #87 of 426 Character Customisation mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
I drew these tattoos so I could take pics for Arideyya's The Ambassador's Vestments (part of her Arcane Threads collection). They replace tattoo #11 ("Fiendhorn Lids") with Mel Medarda's tattoos from Arcane. (Includes a few extra freckles.)
Used with Posielibre's Metallic and Glossy Face Tattoos (metallic only) and Astralities' VIVIDS - Makeup Lip and Tattoo Color Collection.
"I would absolutely use those." - GrumpyGranni (my OG Mel)
Installation
Unzip the file and drop the "Generated" folder into your game's Data folder.
Steam users will find this at: C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Baldurs Gate 3\Data
Mel's full modlist is here.
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A compact cosmetic mod that swaps tattoo #11 in the character creator with Mel Medarda's tattoos from Arcane. With 80 endorsements and over 2,500 downloads, it's a niche but appreciated addition for fans wanting to recreate the character. Simple replacement, no extra features.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Directly delivers the iconic Arcane look for your character.
- Decent community support with 80 endorsements and 2.5k downloads.
- Lightweight and easy to install—just drop it in.
⚠️ Cons
- Only affects one tattoo slot—if you don't use #11, you won't see it.
- No screenshots or extra details in the description, so you're flying blind.
- Last updated May 2025—might not be compatible with future game patches.
For Arcane fans who want to cosplay as Mel Medarda in-game. If you're after a broader tattoo overhaul, this isn't it—it's a single-slot swap. Skip if you don't care about that specific look.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you're replacing the correct tattoo slot—#11—or you won't see the change.
- If you use a mod manager, let it handle the file placement to avoid conflicts.
- Check the mod's comments section for any user-reported issues before installing.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Baldurs Gate 3 Mods
- Author
- axianaa
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 2,531
- Endorsements
- 80
- Category
- Character Customisation
- Created
- 5/5/2025
- Updated
- 5/5/2025
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