Constant Vigilance

⭐ ⭐ (290 endorsements) 📥 4,588 downloads 📌 vV2.0 📅 3/18/2011
⚪ Last updated 2011

By Sresla · Clothing

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 3/18/2011 📅 Created: 3/18/2011

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 6.3% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #20 of 51 Clothing mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

I couldn\'t stand the Hugh Hefner-ish outfit my Hawke was stuck in, inside the mansion and upon seeing Hotieadin\'s \'Bra and panties\' mod, I wondered if I could do something similar, where Hawke was in his underwear exclusively while inside his mansion. While I haven\'t managed to do that (yet?), as a compromise, Hawke will now remain in their armor inside their house. Installation: Extract into My Documents\\Bioware\\Dragons Age 2\\Packages\\Core\\Override folder. I recommend putting the file in its own folder in the Override folder, just for ease of removal later. Uninstall: Delete either the folder you put the file into, or apr_cv.gda if you didn\'t. Q: Does this mod do anything else? A: No. It simply keeps Hawke in whatever armor you have him/her wearing inside your mansion. As per KwanJin\'s assistance, I\'ve changed the file so it should have fewer conflicts down the line as it does not use the entire apr_base.gda - it only deals with the two lines involving Hawke\'s house clothing. Q: Why can\'t you put Hawke in their underwear? A: Well, you can and you can\'t. The problem is this: Right now, when you go into the mansion, the item you put on is a single one, instead of gloves/chest piece/boots. So, I could set, say, flag all the Champion armor _nuda and use it in conjunction with this file but the side effect is that you run around the city in your underwear all the time. If I set the house armor _nuda, it cuts off your hands and feet - and Hawke is no Phantom Limb. I don\'t know if it\'s possible without a real toolset to have Hawke wear the underwear indoors and normal clothes outside - I\'m going to keep playing with it a bit but I\'m guessing it\'s either beyond my capabilities or we have to wait. If it\'s the latter, by the time the new toolset is released, I\'m sure someone more skilled than I will have everything well in hand. I consider this a for now compromise. Q: How will this effect cutscenes? A: It shouldn\'t, although the only testing I did was with Fenris. There was a minor amount of clipping at the beginning of the romance scene while I was wearing the Robes of the Notorious Pirate but nothing major. The \"after\" scene puts you in your underwear and you won\'t put on your armor again until after he\'s left. The rest of these I watched on YouTube so I can only describe what I think you should expect: Isabela and her \"after\" scene is a bit different - you\'re back in your smoking jacket before she goes, so I\'m not sure how much of a suspension of disbelief it will require to imagine you dressed back into your armor that quickly. Merrill\'s scene looks to be the same as Fenris\' - you end up in your underwear. Anders is like Isabela - everyone\'s dressed, so, again, if it concerns you, you know now what to expect. Q: Any conflicts with other mods? A: Any that change how clothing is handled inside the Amell Hightown mansion, or any that use the entire apr_base.gda file and do not remo

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Constant Vigilance is a small cosmetic mod for Dragon Age II that makes Hawke wear their usual armor inside the Amell mansion instead of the default smoking jacket and slippers. It's for players who want a more practical look for Hawke at home. With 290 endorsements and last updated in 2011, it's a niche but appreciated tweak.

✨ Key Features

Replaces Hawke's indoor outfit with their usual armor inside the Amell mansion.
Removes the smoking jacket, pants, skirts, and slippers from indoor scenes.
Simple cosmetic change with no gameplay alterations.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community-approved with 290 endorsements and over 4,500 downloads.
  • Adds a touch of realism for role-players who hate seeing Hawke lounging in a robe.
  • Lightweight and easy to install—just drop it in and go.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2011—may not work with newer game patches or DLC.
  • Only affects the Amell mansion interior; other indoor areas remain unchanged.
  • No screenshots or detailed install instructions provided by the author.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Dragon Age II players who care about visual consistency and want Hawke to look battle-ready even at home. Skip if you prefer the casual look or want more extensive outfit overhauls.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Place the mod files in your Dragon Age II 'override' folder (usually Documents/BioWare/Dragon Age II/packages/core/override).
  • If you use other cosmetic mods, check for conflicts—this mod only changes indoor attire, so it should be compatible with most.
  • Back up your original files if you want to revert, though the mod is simple enough to remove by deleting the files.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Dragonage2 Mods
Author
Sresla
Version
V2.0
Downloads
4,588
Endorsements
290
Category
Clothing
Created
3/18/2011
Updated
3/18/2011

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