Bestiary

⭐ ⭐⭐ (1,421 endorsements) 📥 73,826 downloads 📌 v2.2.1 📅 8/23/2021
⚪ Last updated 2024

By Shapur · User Interface

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 2/21/2024 📅 Created: 8/23/2021

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 1.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #4 of 142 User Interface mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

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Description

Bestiary is a mod, that reintroduces the Bestiary as seen in one of Daggerfall's demos, and further builds upon it.

Pressing "B", or the hotkey of choice, in-game will open the screen, as can be seen in this YouTube video.

Bestiary fully supports D. R. E. A. M. and other texture replacement mods. (the D. R. E. A. M. patch will be integrated into D. R. E. A. M. itself with its next update)

Credits

  • []Jagget - Author of patch 1. 5 and 2. 0

    []King of Worms - D. R. E. A. M. Patch and UI partial UI design

    []Ninelan - Bestiary item art

    []UESP - Most texts are copied (with minor editing) from here, or the Daggerfall User's Guide

    • []1. 0

      []Initial release

      • []1. 1

        []Rebuilt for DFU 12. 2

        []Added dependencies check for Bestiary - DREAM patch, to ensure it always overrides bestiary data and isn't loaded without it

        []Fixed some entries showing incorrect spells

        []Added support for Kab's Unleveled Spells

        []Mod settings can now be edited mid-game (all except ClassicMode)

        • []1. 2

          []Killcounts are now tracked

          []Minor entry text change

          • []1. 3

            []Added "Bestiary" item, that spawns in the world

            []Added options setting to only unlock the Bestiary after finding the "Bestiary" item

            []Added options setting to only display entries of beasts already slain

            • []1. 4

              []Added more customization options

              []Added language skill required for pacification

              []Improved text formatting

              []Reworked a part of the internal, hopefully increasing stability

              []Fixed a bunch of bugs

              • []1. 5

                []All credit goes to Jagget

                []Uplifted interface

                []Added ACTIVE state to buttons

                []Smashed some bugs

              • []2. 0

              • []All credit goes to Jagget

                []Reworked text database

                []Reworked page rendering

                []Fix humanoid bug

                []Vampires could also carry the book

                []The chance of the item spawning is lower now

                []Makes the mod updateable from other mods. (No need to built-in support for Unleveled Spells)

                []Fixed the darkened monster textures

                []Added text color settings (for alternative skins)

                • []2. 1

                  []All credit goes to Jagget

                  [*]Added ability for mods to modify existing pages, and to register extra p

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Bestiary is a UI mod for Daggerfall Unity that reintroduces and expands upon a bestiary feature originally seen in a Daggerfall demo. It adds a creature compendium to the game, likely for tracking and viewing enemy information. With 1,421 endorsements and recent updates, it's a popular choice for players wanting more in-game lore and reference.

✨ Key Features

Reintroduces the bestiary feature from a Daggerfall demo.
Builds upon the original concept with further enhancements.
Categorized under User Interface, integrating with the game's UI.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community favorite with 1,421 endorsements and 73k downloads.
  • Adds a lore-friendly feature that fits Daggerfall's style.
  • Actively maintained, last updated in February 2024.

⚠️ Cons

  • Description is vague on exact features—no list of what the bestiary includes.
  • Potential compatibility issues with other UI overhaul mods.
  • May require a specific Daggerfall Unity version, though not specified.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Daggerfall Unity players who want a built-in creature reference without alt-tabbing. It's perfect for lore enthusiasts and completionists. Skip if you prefer minimal UI changes or use a different UI overhaul.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • If you use a mod manager like Vortex, install Bestiary through it to keep load order clean.
  • Check the mod's forum page for any notes on compatibility with other UI mods.
  • After installing, look for the Bestiary entry in your in-game journal or menu.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Daggerfallunity Mods
Author
Shapur
Version
2.2.1
Downloads
73,826
Endorsements
1,421
Category
User Interface
Created
8/23/2021
Updated
2/21/2024

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