Hylian Shield (Grass Crest)
⚪ Last updated 2017⚠️ Install Order · 1 step
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
- 👍 4.3% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #1 of 31 Shields mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
[DESCRIPTION]
The shield's pattern used by Hylian Knights; It replaces the Grass Crest Shield; And includes diffuse - specular - bump maps.
This version doesn't include an icon replacement (cause I'm lazy).
[REQUIEREMENTS]
[HOW TO INSTALL]
Drop the textures (.dds) in your iGP11 override folder:
"C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\SteamApps\common\DARK SOULS III\Game\iGP11\tex_override"
Hylian Shield (Grass Crest) by Splinter
A simple cosmetic mod that replaces the Grass Crest Shield in Dark Souls with the iconic Hylian Shield from The Legend of Zelda. With 71 endorsements and 1,669 downloads, it's a niche choice for fans of both franchises. Last updated in 2017, it may not be compatible with the Remastered version.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Faithful to the Zelda design, great for cross-over fans.
- Lightweight mod with no performance impact.
- Decent community support (71 endorsements).
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2017, so it may not work with the Remastered version.
- Only affects one shield, so limited visual variety.
- No screenshots or detailed instructions provided by the author.
For Dark Souls players who are also Zelda fans and want a nostalgic touch on their shield. Skip if you're looking for gameplay changes or a complete overhaul.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to back up your original Grass Crest Shield texture file before replacing it.
- If you're playing the Remastered version, test the mod early to see if it works, as it was made for the original release.
- Use a mod manager like DS Mod Manager to easily toggle the mod on and off.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Dark Souls 3 Mods
- Author
- Splinter
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 1,669
- Endorsements
- 71
- Category
- Shields
- Created
- 6/25/2017
- Updated
- 6/26/2017
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