Shadowheart's Better Starting Gear by AzazeL (Patch 7-8)
🟡 Updated this year⚠️ 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
- 👍 2.3% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #61 of 110 Armor mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
₊ ˚ . ⋆ ⁺ ₊ ✧ Shadowheart's Better Starting Gear ✧ ₊ ⁺ ⋆ . ˚ ₊
Uses completely functional and absolutely dyable Armor from the Early Access
13 AC (+2 from Shield) → 14 AC (no Shield)
New Boots (Dex. Saving Throws +1)
Unique armor appearance for all body type 1 races
(Humans, Thieflings, Gith, Elves, Halflings and Gnomes)
All stuff can be found in the Tutorial Chest on the Nautiloid and in the Camp Chest
Works with cutscenes which use seperate models (Character Intro & Nautiloid Scene)
Installation:
BG3 Mod Manager by LaughingLeader is highly recommended
Unzip .pak file and drop it to your mods folder, then activate it in BG3MM
Special Thanks💝to my Patrons:
Fave777, Plumbelina, Ursalux, Only 4 the internet
Additional Thanks:
Padme4000 for being so responsive, kind and hardworking
SunnyGrassy for making Shadowheart's hair actually playable
SQr17 for that cutie patootie Shadowheart's face in the gallery
Leyllara for helping me despite my silly orange cat behavior xd
Mods used for the gallery:
A (Somewhat) Cuter Shadowheart by SQr17
Shadowheart Hair Tweak by SunnyGrassy
This is my first official mod, I'll be glad for all your Endorsements and Votes ^.^
This mod replaces Shadowheart's starting chainskirt with a more fitting leather armor set, including boots, and removes her shield while compensating with improved armor stats and a boot passive. The unique armor appearance works for all body type 1 races, and the items are placed in the Tutorial Chest for easy access. Ideal for players who want a more practical look for Shadowheart early in the game.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 1,154 endorsements and over 50k downloads.
- Fixes the goofy starter look with a more respected leather armor aesthetic.
- Compensates shield removal with armor stats and boot passive, keeping balance.
⚠️ Cons
- Only affects body type 1 races, so body type 2 characters won't see the unique look.
- Shield removal might not suit players who prefer a defensive setup for Shadowheart.
- No detailed patch notes or compatibility info provided by the author.
For Baldur's Gate 3 players who want Shadowheart to look more practical and less silly from the start. If you're a fan of lore-friendly armor and don't mind losing her shield, this is a solid pick. Skip if you want to keep her original shield or if you play as body type 2.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to check the Tutorial Chest after starting a new game or loading a save before the tutorial ends.
- If you're using other mods that alter Shadowheart's gear, load this one after them to ensure it takes priority.
- This mod is cosmetic and stat-based, so it works with most gameplay mods, but always check for conflicts with other equipment mods.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Baldurs Gate 3 Mods
- Author
- AzazeL
- Version
- 2.2.1
- Downloads
- 50,282
- Endorsements
- 1,154
- Category
- Armor
- Created
- 9/27/2024
- Updated
- 10/2/2025
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