Lucanis as Viago with alt hairstyle options

⭐ — (24 endorsements) 📥 960 downloads 📌 v1.0 📅 12/7/2024
🟠 Updated over a year ago

By Rainn9 · Characters

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 12/8/2024 📅 Created: 12/7/2024

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 2.5% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #126 of 771 Characters mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

After 10 years of using DA mods, I finally got around to making my own! This mod wouldn't be possible without PinkyDude's guide to NPC swaps and Lucanis SWAP mod which gave me the knowledge and inspiration! So please go check out that mod in case it fits your needs better :3 What my mod does is different, though, since it doesn't replace the full NPC (no armor change), just the head, and it works both inside and outside the lighthouse. So where that mod's purpose was to see some cutscenes with Viago, mine is more focused on believing that this IS Lucanis, he just looks like Viago, simply because I like Viago's face xD

For that reason, to avoid having TWO Viagos in the game, as suggested by people in the comments, I also made a mod that turns Viago into Lucanis! Check it out here.

This mod only changes Lucanis and not Spite, because when I tried it, I also removed the purple aura Spite has. With some research I may be able to make Spite look like Viago too but quite frankly I found out I quite like having them looking different from one another ^^

I included 4 hairstyle options, but which ever you choose, Viago himself will remain unchanged as they will only affect Lucanis. Do let me know which one is your favorite :D

Installation

Choose only one hairstyle base mod and install with Frosty. If you want it to be compatible with some other mods (see details below), install the compatibility patch too, and make sure it's placed BELOW all the incompatible mods in Frosty.

Compatibility

Incompatible with The Swap Library! Sorry. The standalone versions are also incompatible with any mod that swaps anything - NPCs, hairstyles, armor, faces, etc. It should be compatible with recolor/retexture mods though. I've included a file that makes all my (current and future) mods compatible with each other (unless they change the same character's hairstyle, ofc) aswell as a few other mods I'm using, so that I can use them all together. My own personal swap library, if you will. Currently supported mods are:

  • []This one

    []Viago as Lucanis

    []Davrin Hairstyle Options

    []Not Young and Not Bald - Solas

    []Emmrich's Magnificent Mane

    []Bellara Haircuts (untested but should work)

  • Davrin to Felassan - Character Swap (untested but should work)

    I also included a fbproject of the compatibility patch to help other modders make even more compatibility patches if they want ^^

    Also seen in some screenshots: Darker Casual Clothes for Lucanis

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

This cosmetic mod replaces Lucanis' head with Viago's and adds several hairstyle options, leaving Viago unchanged. It's a niche character customization mod for Dragon Age fans, with 24 endorsements and 960 downloads, last updated December 2024.

✨ Key Features

Swaps Lucanis' head with Viago's model.
Includes several hairstyle options for the new look.
Does not alter Viago's appearance.
Purely cosmetic change, no gameplay effects.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Tiny but dedicated following (24 endorsements) — the few who want this will love it.
  • Simple concept: gives Lucanis a fresh look with Viago's face and multiple hair choices.
  • Lightweight mod, no extra dependencies or complex setup.

⚠️ Cons

  • Very niche appeal — only for players who specifically want Viago's head on Lucanis.
  • No screenshots or install instructions provided by the author, so you're flying blind.
  • Last updated in December 2024 — may not be compatible with future game patches.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Dragon Age fans who enjoy character visual overhauls and want to mix up companion appearances. Perfect if you're tired of Lucanis' default look and prefer Viago's style. Skip if you want gameplay changes or if you're not into cosmetic swaps.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Since it's a simple file swap, just drop the mod files into your game's mod folder (usually Documents/BioWare/Dragon Age/Mods).
  • If you're using a mod manager like Frosty Mod Manager, import the mod and apply it to your mod list before launching.
  • Make sure to check if the mod requires the latest game patch — if the game updated after December 2024, test it early to avoid crashes.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Dragonagetheveilguard Mods
Author
Rainn9
Version
1.0
Downloads
960
Endorsements
24
Category
Characters
Created
12/7/2024
Updated
12/8/2024

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