Better Smithing

⭐ ⭐ (523 endorsements) 📥 18,325 downloads 📌 v1.0.9 📅 1/3/2021
⚪ Last updated 2021

By Arganancer · Gameplay

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 2/25/2021 📅 Created: 1/3/2021

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 2.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #407 of 688 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Originally, this mod was created with the intent of fixing TLSmithingFasterMod as it was broken in a recent update. However, as I was working on it I realized just how many things were bothering me about the whole crafting system.

This Mod does not do any changes to smithing stamina, resource costs, or Legendary/Masterwork/Fine chances, although it should be compatible with any other mods that do. The goal of this mod is simply to make crafting less tedious.

Requirements:

- Requires version 2. 1. 0+ of UIExtenderEx to function.

Main Features

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Saveable Weapon Designs

Save/Load/Edit/Delete weapon designs. Play the following video to see it in action!

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The weapon designs are saved Globally (accessible across all of your saves).

Smelting Screen Optimizations

Pimped up the smelting screen item list algorithm to be much more performant. Performance issues were really noticeable when you started having 300+ distinct weapons in your inventory. See demo for glorious proof.

Note: Since this feature is incompatible with the BannerlordTweaks “Hide Locked Weapons in Smelting Menu” option, that option will be patched out (non-functional) while you're running BetterSmithing (The feature will run normally if you deactivate BetterSmithing at any time). BetterSmithing offers an alternative solution in the form of a "Hide/Show Locked Weapons" toggle in the smelting menu.

Smelting List Filters

Added the following toggleable filters to the smelting screen:

- Show/Hide Locked Weapons.

- Show/Hide Player Crafted Weapons (Face icon).

- Show/Hide Non-Player Crafted Weapons (Shield icon).

Also added filters for every resource material obtainable from smelting. When these toggles are enabled, weapons must give at least one of the enabled toggle's resource types to appear in the list. Toggles preview here.

Add Weapon Tier Prefixes (Configurable in ModOptions/BetterSmithing/Crafting)

If set to true, Any newly crafted weapons will be prefixed with their appropriate tiers (Legendary(3), Masterwork(2), Fine(1), Crude(-1), Rusty(-2), Broken(-3) ). 0 Tier (Normal) weapons don't get a prefix.

Does not apply retroactively to weapons crafted before adding the mod.

NOTE: The Prefix is baked into the name at crafting time, which means removing this mod will not remove the prefixes 

Group Identical Crafted Weapons (Configurable in ModOptions/BetterSmithing/Crafting)

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🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Better Smithing overhauls the smithing menus and adds configurable quality-of-life improvements for forging, including batch smelting, refining, and crafting, plus saveable weapon designs. It's a solid choice for players tired of clunky smithing interfaces, though it hasn't been updated since early 2021.

✨ Key Features

Fixes issues with smithing menus for a smoother experience.
Adds configurable quality-of-life improvements when forging.
Supports batch smelting, refining, and crafting.
Includes saveable weapon designs for convenience.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Batch smelting and crafting is a huge time-saver when you're grinding out materials.
  • Saveable weapon designs mean you can quickly recreate your favorite gear without redoing the menu dance.
  • Configurable options let you tailor the QoL tweaks to your playstyle.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in early 2021, so it might be outdated for the latest game patches.
  • The description is vague on exactly which menu issues are fixed, so you might not get what you expect.
  • Potential compatibility issues with other mods that alter smithing or crafting menus.
🎯 Is This For You?
This is for players who spend a lot of time at the forge and are tired of the vanilla smithing menu's clunkiness. If you mass-produce gear or want to save your favorite weapon designs, this mod is a solid QoL pick. It's also good for modders who want a more streamlined crafting experience.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Check if the mod requires a specific game version or SKSE, as it hasn't been updated recently.
  • Look for compatibility patches if you use other smithing or crafting overhauls.
  • Explore the config options to enable batch smelting and crafting for maximum efficiency.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Bannerlord Mods
Author
Arganancer
Version
1.0.9
Downloads
18,325
Endorsements
523
Category
Gameplay
Created
1/3/2021
Updated
2/25/2021

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