Blood Magic Cost Reduced
⚪ Last updated 2011🔍 Analysis
- 👍 3.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #78 of 189 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Description: After the official 1. 03 patch the sustained cost for blood magic was increased to 70% which is too much in my opinion, so I created this simple mod to reduce that either back to 50% or even lower to 30% or 10%. Version 2: Adds optional files to reduce Merrill\'s ability Blood of the First as well. Installation: Choose either of the three archives ( 50%, 30% or 10% ) and/or one of the optional ones for Merril and extract to your documents BioWare\\Dragon Age 2\\packages\\core\\override folder Credits: At first I didn\'t know how to extract the .gda files but I had already downloaded harfen\'s Super Lots of Skill Upgrades mod so I used one of the files from his mod and modified it using the GDApp tool to create version 1 of this mod. This mod is compatible with harfen\'s mod ( for me at least ) so check it out as well.
This small gameplay mod for Dragon Age II reduces the sustained Blood Magic spell cost from 70% to 50%, 30%, or 10%, and extends the effect to Merrill. With 191 endorsements and 5,932 downloads, it's a niche fix for mage players who want more flexibility.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-tested with 191 endorsements and 5,932 downloads
- Gives mage players more breathing room for sustained abilities
- Adds versatility by making the mod work for Merrill
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2011, so may not be compatible with later patches or DLC
- Only affects Blood Magic cost, no other balance changes
For Dragon Age II mage players who find the 70% health cost of Blood Magic too punishing and want a more forgiving experience. Also for those who want to use Blood Magic with Merrill without the heavy penalty. Skip if you're fine with the vanilla cost or want more comprehensive gameplay overhauls.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to back up your original game files before replacing anything, though this mod likely just drops into the override folder.
- If you're using other mods that alter Blood Magic, check for conflicts in the mod manager.
- Test the mod in a low-stakes fight to see if the reduced cost feels balanced for your playstyle.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Dragonage2 Mods
- Author
- Slayer
- Version
- 2.0
- Downloads
- 5,932
- Endorsements
- 191
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 6/23/2011
- Updated
- 8/3/2011
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