Old Swordsman Set
⚪ Last updated 2021⚠️ Install Order · 1 step
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🔍 Analysis
- 🏆 #272 of 367 Armour mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This is the set of an old swordsman, left behind in the painted world. Gifted to the Ashen One upon returning with the Blood of the Dark Soul.
Item: Old Swordsman Helm
Description: A helm of meager make and design from the south. A wonder it has survived this long, owing it's long life to the former owner. Worn to hide his hideous visage, the old swordsman left this helmet behind in the painted world. Nestled within the chainmail that protects the neck is an old, empty locket, with a simple phrase etched into the metal. It reads, "Remember me, Little Giant, for you are ever mine, and I am ever yours."
Replaces: Northern Helmet
Item: Old Swordsman Armor
Description: Armor of an old swordsman, a being devoted to the clash of steel and the end of fire. Left behind in the painted world, this ragged mishmash of chainmail and weaponry is bulky and cumbersome, but does not impede the wearer's movement. A staff of Old Izalith, worn and burnt, rests among the weaponry. Such an old staff suggests that this armor, or at least it's former owner, is as old as the Land of the Gods. But surely one would be mistaken to think that, no?
Replaces: Pyromancer Garb
Item: Old Swordsman Gauntlets
Description: Thick gauntlets of an old swordsman, dented and dulled with age. The design is reminiscent of a land to the south, now lost to the convergence. The chainmail mesh around the hands has been battered and torn away, leaving the wearer's hands exposed. The metal of the right gauntlet is darkened in the same way fires of Old Izalith burn, suggesting the former owner had a proclivity to pyromancies.
Replaces: Pyromancer Wrap
Item: Old Swordsman Leggings.
Description: Leggings of an old swordsman. The armor of these leggings have been completely stripped away, exposing the lower legs and feet to the elements. But as for one as stalwart as the old swordsman, it is doubtful this ever slowed him down.
Replaces: Loincloth
Item: Old Swordsman Sword
Description: A sword rusted with age, the ornamental design is unknown to these lands. Made of a pure steel, the sword has seen many years. Etched upon the handle is the name, "Ed". When the old swordsman went in search of Flora, he gifted this blade to the painter girl, as a way of showing thanks in the only way he ever knew.
Replaces: Yhorn's Machete, Astora Greatsword, and Large Club
(If you want to use this set in a mod, feel free to use it! I only ask that you keep the lore write-ups above. They were made with all the love I have for this series.)
HOW TO USE: Download zip, drag and drop into your parts folder in mods/whatever overhaul you're running.
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MaxTheMiracle (Patreon here: MaxTheMiracle)
Crustacion (Mod I based this one off of here: Carthus Swords
Old Swordsman Set is a cosmetic armor mod that replaces various armor pieces with a custom-made set, featuring hand-crafted lore that is not implemented in-game. It has 6 endorsements and 219 downloads, last updated in September 2021. Suitable for players seeking a unique visual style for their character.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Unique custom armor design for a personalized look
- Lightweight mod with minimal impact on gameplay
- Active community interest with 219 downloads
⚠️ Cons
- Very low endorsement count (6) suggests limited testing or niche appeal
- Lore is not implemented in-game, so the story element is absent
- Last updated in 2021, may be outdated for current game versions
For players who want a distinctive armor set to stand out in-game and don't mind a purely cosmetic change. If you're looking for lore integration or gameplay effects, this mod won't deliver that. Best for those who enjoy collecting unique visual mods.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a replacement mod, ensure you have the original armor pieces to see the changes.
- Check if the mod is compatible with your game version, as it hasn't been updated since 2021.
- Consider using a mod manager to easily enable/disable the mod without manual file backups.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Dark Souls 3 Mods
- Author
- XenDea
- Version
- 1
- Downloads
- 219
- Endorsements
- 6
- Category
- Armour
- Created
- 9/2/2021
- Updated
- 9/6/2021
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