Handsome Danse - Cleaner Clearer Face Textures

⭐ ⭐⭐ (1,567 endorsements) 📥 31,129 downloads 📌 v1.0 📅 12/12/2015
⚪ Last updated 2016

By faeriexdecay · Companions

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 4/8/2016 📅 Created: 12/12/2015
⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
1🛠️ F4SE — Fallout 4 Script Extender Download ↗
2🔧 UFO4P — Unofficial Fallout 4 Patch Download ↗

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 5.0% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #48 of 75 Companions mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

What does it do?

This mod replaces the facial textures for Danse. Included are the diffuse (color), normal map (bump details), and specular (shine) textures. My goal was to clean the dirt from his face and clear up his skin without changing any of his facial features or drastically altering the way he looks. He still retains some of his scars but has a clearer, cleaner, and in my opinion more handsome face. These textures actually took quite a lot longer to cobble together than I had originally intended to spend when I started this pet project. I wasn't aiming to spend any real time on them, nor did I have plans to release them here, BUT I am quite happy with the end results and thought others might like them too!

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How was this done?

I combed through every single NPC face texture I could find and hand-selected approximately 30 textures with the goal of picking and choosing the features I thought worked the best to essentially recreate a cleaner, clearer version of Danse's face. I combined different parts from several of these textures and carefully compared my progress with his original textures as I put them all together. Please see the comparison images I've provided if you're curious about exactly what changes were made.

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How do I use it?

Simply install using a mod manager, or to install manually, drag the contents of the archive into your Data folder, merging if asked to.

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How do I remove it?

To remove, use your mod manager again or manually remove them by deleting the following files from your Data folder:

Textures\Actors\Character\FaceCustomization\Fallout4.esm\00027683_d.dds Textures\Actors\Character\FaceCustomization\Fallout4.esm\00027683_msn.dds Textures\Actors\Character\FaceCustomization\Fallout4.esm\00027683_s.dds

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How do I get him out of his %^#)$(@$ power armor?!

I can tell you how I did it, but I've read that people have had success in a couple different ways.

- Make a hard backup save before you do this just in case! I cannot stress this enough.

- Open the console and select Danse by clicking on him. Sometimes this won't work, and you'll accidentally select a light source or something instead, so the easy way to make sure he's the one you're targeting with the console is to simply type "prid 0005DE4D" without the quotes and hit enter. He'll be selected now.

- Once he's selected, type "unequipall" without the quotes and hit enter. This will turn him into Slenderman. That's why we make a ba

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

A cosmetic retexture for Fallout 4's companion Danse that cleans up his face by removing dirt and smoothing skin while preserving his original appearance. With 1,567 endorsements and 31,129 downloads, it's a popular choice for players who want a fresher-looking Danse without altering his character design.

✨ Key Features

Removes dirt and clears up Danse's skin texture
Preserves Danse's original facial appearance
Simple retexture mod for Fallout 4 companions

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community favorite with 1,567 endorsements and 31k downloads
  • Does exactly what it says—cleans up Danse without changing his look
  • Lightweight cosmetic mod that won't affect gameplay

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2016—might not be compatible with newer game patches or DLC
  • Only affects Danse's face, so no other visual changes
  • No screenshots or detailed description provided, so you're flying blind on the exact result
🎯 Is This For You?
For Fallout 4 players who like Danse but wish he didn't look like he just crawled out of a radstorm. If you're a fan of subtle visual tweaks that keep the original character intact, this is for you. Skip if you want a full overhaul or gameplay changes—this is purely cosmetic.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Since it's a texture replacer, just drop the files into your Data folder or use a mod manager like NMM/Vortex.
  • If you're using other Danse mods, load order matters—place this one after any that alter his face to ensure it takes effect.
  • Check the mod's comments section on Nexus for user screenshots to see the result before installing.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Fallout 4 Mods
Author
faeriexdecay
Version
1.0
Downloads
31,129
Endorsements
1,567
Category
Companions
Created
12/12/2015
Updated
4/8/2016

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