Was A Goat for 10 Years
⚪ 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.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 4.0% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #183 of 589 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Custom Background: Was a Goat for 10 Years
Introduction
In 2018, reddit user u/Metabot submitted a delightful homebrew Background to r/UnearthedArcana: "Was a Goat for 10 Years." With their permission, I've ported the background to Baldur's Gate 3. The full effect of the mod isn't quite possible yet. The original Homebrew advises having horns and rectangular irises, both of which seem likely candidates for separate mods later on down the line.
A WHAT for HOW LONG?!
A Goat. For 10 Years. Having been a Goat for so long, you know your way around animals, and have become quite athletic, granting you proficiency in Animal Handling and Athletics. You also gain Surefooted, granting you immunity to muddy and difficult terrain. Your irises are rectangular, granting you a small amount of Darkvision(6 meters), and you've taken a liking to bushy beards.
Installation
I recommend using Baldur's Gate 3 Mod Manager to install, as the process is highly simplified. However, you'll want to be sure you're using it to install any other mods you're using as well. Installation via Vortex is also supported
Known Issues
1. If I was a goat, where are my goat horns? Alas, you'll likely have to do this manually. I'm looking into forcing tiefling horns via the background, but I'm not sure if it's possible or not.
2. No background goals? What??? Yeah. I don't know how to implement these yet. Another thing I'd like to look into, but it's probably fairly complicated. Probably will wait until official mod tools come out before looking into this.
BG3 Mod Manager-
1. Extract the .pak file to any location
2. Open BG3 Mod Manager
3. Go to File -> Import Mod and select WasAGoat.pak
4. Hit Refresh
5. Drag "WasAGoat" into Active Mods.
Other Recommended Mods/Pages
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Acknowledgements
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- u/_Metabot for allowing me to port their Homebrew Background
A humorous gameplay mod that transforms your character into a goat for 10 years before returning you to your original race. Adds a unique roleplay twist for players seeking absurdity. With 88 endorsements and 2,194 downloads, it's a niche but appreciated addition.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Great for players who want a silly, unexpected twist in their playthrough.
- Simple concept that's easy to understand and integrate.
- Decent community support (88 endorsements) for a niche mod.
⚠️ Cons
- May not be compatible with other mods that alter race or time mechanics.
- Last updated in 2023 — could be outdated for current game versions.
For players who enjoy absurd roleplay and want a memorable, quirky experience. Perfect for those looking to spice up a playthrough with a bizarre premise. Skip if you prefer serious, lore-friendly mods.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check if the mod requires a new save or works with existing ones.
- Consider how the 10-year transformation affects quests and time-sensitive events.
- If you use other mods that alter race or time, test compatibility early.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Baldurs Gate 3 Mods
- Author
- NellsRelo
- Version
- 2.0.2
- Downloads
- 2,194
- Endorsements
- 88
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 8/4/2023
- Updated
- 9/9/2023
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