Secrets of the Serpent - Playable Yuan-ti Purebloods

⭐ ⭐ (300 endorsements) 📥 65,733 downloads 📌 v2 📅 3/14/2024
🟠 Updated over a year ago

By tepkunset and neonbutchery · Races

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 1/22/2025 📅 Created: 3/14/2024

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 0.5% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #46 of 77 Races mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

This mod adds yuan-ti purebloods as a playable race.

EDIT 19-Apr-2026: If you're looking for more snake-like features, you may enjoy my new, alternative take on yuan-ti instead!


SECRETS OF THE SERPENT: PLAYABLE YUAN-TI PUREBLOODS

I'd love to see your characters, by the way, so please share your screenshots!


MAIN MOD FEATURES:

Character Creation:

  • []Reptilian eyes (base game, no external mods required)[/]

    []Face and body scales (colours controlled by horns, also includes additional shades of green options)[/]

    []All four base game body types available[/]

    Gameplay:

    • []You know the poison spray cantrip.[/]

      []Magic Resistance – You have advantage on Saving Throws against spells and other magical effects.[/]

      []Poison Resilience – You have Advantage on Saving Throws you make to avoid or end the poisoned condition on yourself. You also have Resistance to Poison damage.[/]

      []Superior Darkvision – Can see in the dark up to 24m.[/]


      OPTIONAL FILES:

      • []Kylin's Heads Patch – Compatibility patch for Kylin's Heads[/]

        []Silver's Hairs Patch – Compatibility patch for Silver's Hair Packs 1 and 2[/]


        RECOMMENDED OTHER MODS:

        • []Tepkunset's Hair Collection (Base compatible)[/]

          []Silver's Hair Pack (Patch under optional files here required)[/]

          []Silver's Hair Pack 2 (Patch under optional files here required)[/]

          []Kylin's Heads (Patch under optional files here required)[/]


          FAQ:

          "Is this mod compatible with Unique Tav?"

          • []No.

            “How will NPCs react to my character?”

            • []Your character will be treated as a rare sight, and not Baldurian.[/]

              “Can you change something for me?”

              • []Unless it's a bug, the answer is no. I'm happy with this mod the way it is.[/]

                CREDITS & THANKS:

                • []This mod's original credit/idea goes to neonbutchery, I just adopted it with permission.[/]

                  []Special thanks to the folks in the Down by the River Discord Server’s modding group for helping me out with advice, and abundance of resources![/]


                  PS: If you're looking for some character inspiration, feel free to check out my homebrew lore for yuan-ti!

📊 Mod Details

Game
Baldursgate3 Mods
Author
tepkunset and neonbutchery
Version
2
Downloads
65,733
Endorsements
300
Category
Races
Created
3/14/2024
Updated
1/22/2025

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