Elven Tallis Redux
⚪ Last updated 2021Preview

🔍 Analysis
- 👍 6.8% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #68 of 310 Companions mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
In December 2015, I set out to make a mod that would transform Tallis from an uncanny valley Felicia Day self-insert to an actual lore-friendly elf.
Which, easier said than done. Since DA2 is an older game with only a few modding tools and tutorials (especially compared to DAO), every problem I ran into required an innumerable amount of trial and error. But by May 2016, I'd somehow cobbled together a working version, and the rest was history.
Five years on—where does the time go?—I've returned to fix some long-standing bugs (now no more daggers with the finery!), update the textures, and streamline the overly cluttered files. It's the same mod you know and love, just with some very necessary changes.
So, without further ado, I present the new and improved "Elven Tallis Redux", formerly known as "Pure Elven Tallis". I know I can't imagine playing MoTA without it, and I'm honored to hear so many of you still feel the same.
Recently, ladyvoldything made a wonderful companion mod that removes the big dumb Qun symbol from Tallis's armor (hey, why didn't I think of that?). I highly recommend using both of our mods for an optimal Felica-less, Qun-less Tallis experience!
Installation
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[]To install, choose a file, extract the archive, and drop the corresponding .erf into "BioWare\Dragon Age 2\packages\core\override".
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]To uninstall, delete the same file.-
[]Mephales' pyGFF Editor
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]Thought Process' .erf Packager[]tmp7704's Lightwave Plugin (which made this mod possible)
[]Ellise's Unique Face Textures for Companions
- shockshame's Hair Textures
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[]Mephales' pyGFF Editor
A cosmetic companion mod that reimagines Tallis, the Qunari elf from Dragon Age II, with a less Felicia Day-inspired appearance. With 578 endorsements and over 8,000 downloads, it's a popular choice for players who want a more traditional elven look for the character. Last updated in 2021, it remains a niche but well-received tweak.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 578 endorsements and over 8,000 downloads
- Fills a specific niche for players who find the original Tallis too celebrity-like
- Lightweight cosmetic mod that won't conflict with major overhauls
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2021 — may not be compatible with the latest game patches or DLC
- Only alters appearance; if you wanted new dialogue or quests, this isn't for you
For Dragon Age II players who enjoy Tallis as a character but wish she looked less like Felicia Day. Also for modders who appreciate subtle cosmetic tweaks that respect the original design. Skip if you're looking for gameplay changes or if you're fine with the original appearance.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since this is a simple replacer mod, just drop the files into your Dragon Age II 'override' folder (Documents/BioWare/Dragon Age 2/packages/core/override).
- If you use the Dragon Age Mod Manager, you can install it with a single click — just make sure to 'Merge' the mod into your game before launching.
- Check the mod's page for any compatibility notes with other Tallis appearance mods, as conflicts can cause visual glitches.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Dragonage2 Mods
- Author
- yifalchunbee
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 8,472
- Endorsements
- 578
- Category
- Companions
- Created
- 5/29/2016
- Updated
- 5/19/2021
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