The Chain of Orlais

⭐ ⭐ (769 endorsements) 📥 25,598 downloads 📅 5/2/2010
⚪ Last updated 2010

By Firinneach · Armour

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 5/20/2010 📅 Created: 5/2/2010

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 3.0% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #40 of 224 Armour mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Thought I\'d try my hand at making a standalone armor. Thanks to those that offered pointers. This adds the stand-alone light armor \"Chain of Orlais\" to your inventory. It is a chainmail-bikini style armor. Yeah, yeah, I know. The armor works for female humans and elves only. The optional file allows you to replace a few of the texture files from the main file version if you prefer a red or black colour chain instead of silver. The stats are about mid to end game level. Item in-game description: This chain originally belonged to an Orlesian spy who used the armor not during battles in the wilderness but in gaining an edge for missions involving the intrigue of bedroom and ballroom. Nevertheless it offers surprising protection, though some debate whether this is due to workmanship, magic, or its uncanny ability to distract one\'s targets. How it ended up in the colder climate of Ferelden is perhaps its biggest mystery. UPDATES: May 20: Added optional file allowing users to replace some of the texture files to make the chain red or black instead of silver. May6: Added version for Awakenings. You can only have the Origins OR Awakenings version installed at any given time. Uninstall one before trying to install the other. May2: Added new version that allows armor to work for both elves and humans (instead of just humans). It also cleans up some duplicate files. INSTALLATION: --Download and unzip the file. --Install the dazap file with DAUpdater or a similar program. --Add the \"Chain of Orlais\" folder to your override folder, normally found here: C:\\Documents and Settings\\UserName\\My Documents\\BioWare\\Dragon Age\\packages\\core\\override\\ --Remember, you can only use EITHER the Origins version or the Awakenings version at any given time. KNOWN GLITCH: If you have this armor equiped and try to equip a different light armor without taking it off first, the textures of your new armor will be distorted. Simply unequip the armor and then re-equip it to restore them to normal.

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Adds the Chain of Orlais, a bikini-chainmail style light armour, directly to your inventory. A simple cosmetic mod for Dragon Age: Origins with 769 endorsements and 25,598 downloads, last updated in 2010.

✨ Key Features

Adds the Chain of Orlais to your inventory.
Bikini-chainmail style light armour.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community favorite with 769 endorsements and over 25k downloads.
  • Simple drop-in addition—no quests or complex mechanics, just the armour in your inventory.
  • Light armour slot means it fits into any rogue or mage build without heavy stat investment.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2010—may have compatibility issues with newer patches or mods.
  • Purely cosmetic; no unique stats or enchantments to set it apart from vanilla light armour.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Dragon Age: Origins players who want a bit of flair for their light armour wearers, especially those who enjoy role-playing or just want a distinctive look. Skip if you're looking for gameplay changes or if you prefer lore-friendly, full-coverage armour.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Since the mod adds the item directly to your inventory, you'll see it as soon as you load a save—no need to hunt for it.
  • If you're using other mods that alter inventory or armour, load this one early in your mod order to avoid conflicts.
  • Check the mod's page for any updates or patches if you're on a newer version of the game.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Dragonage Mods
Author
Firinneach
Version
N/A
Downloads
25,598
Endorsements
769
Category
Armour
Created
5/2/2010
Updated
5/20/2010

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