Merrills black armour

⭐ ⭐ (743 endorsements) 📥 16,738 downloads 📌 v1.3 📅 6/16/2011
⚪ Last updated 2011

By anzolino · Companions

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 7/13/2011 📅 Created: 6/16/2011

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 4.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #38 of 310 Companions mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Merrill\'s black armour Reskinned second armour of Merrill replaces the pre and post romance version. All versions contains only the reskinned second armour, there is no version with the first one. Update 07/12/2011: Changed: Wrong color of the sole. Update 07/05/2011: Added new file including the pre romanced version without Ish\'s scarf and the post romanced version with Ish\'s scarf. Update 07/03/2011: Added Ish\'s scarf version. Thanks to ishmaeltheforsaken: Ishs Scarf for Merrill 3 versions available: - merrill_black_armour = pre and post romance - merrill_black_armour_pre = pre romance - merrill_black_armour_post = post romance --- Install: ZIP file contains the folder anzolino/merrill. Extract the zip file and copy the anzolino folder into your override folder. Uninstall: Remove the complete anzolino folder or the anzolino/merrill folder from your override folder. --- Incompatibility: Some companion armour mods, i.e. Equip your Party, Unlock Companion Armour Variants. Known Issues or Bugs: None at the moment. --- Many thanks to Mephales, Gibbed and the others behind Thanks to elys for GDApp Thanks to Bluehair Thanks to dragonagenexus.com for the modding platform BioWare for Dragon Age 2

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A compact cosmetic mod that reskins Merrill's second armor in Dragon Age II, replacing both pre- and post-romance versions with a black variant. Created by anzolino in 2011, it has 743 endorsements and 16,738 downloads, making it a popular choice for players wanting a darker look for Merrill.

✨ Key Features

Reskins Merrill's second armor to a black color scheme.
Replaces both the pre- and post-romance versions of the armor.
Created in response to a player request.
Simple cosmetic change with no gameplay alterations.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community favorite with 743 endorsements and over 16k downloads.
  • Simple drop-in install—no complex setup required.
  • Gives Merrill a sleek, dark look that fits a blood mage aesthetic.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2011—may have compatibility issues with newer game patches or DLC.
  • Only affects one armor set, so if you want more variety, this is limited.
  • No screenshots or detailed previews in the description, so you're flying blind on the exact look.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Dragon Age II players who want a darker, more menacing look for Merrill without changing her personality or gameplay. If you're a completionist who likes to customize companion appearances, this is a quick win. Skip if you're looking for gameplay changes or if you prefer Merrill's original armor.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure to back up your original armor files before overwriting, just in case you want to revert.
  • If you're using a mod manager like DAO Modmanager or Vortex, you can install this as a package for easier uninstallation.
  • Check the mod's file structure—if it uses override folders, place it in the correct directory (usually Documents/BioWare/Dragon Age 2/packages/core/override).

📊 Mod Details

Game
Dragonage2 Mods
Author
anzolino
Version
1.3
Downloads
16,738
Endorsements
743
Category
Companions
Created
6/16/2011
Updated
7/13/2011

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