Select Balisong
⚪ Last updated 2024⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 0.3% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #219 of 412 Weapons mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
The third addition to the Select series, the Balisong. Also known as the butterfly knife, it is a melee weapon that is known for being used as a toy more often than for actual stabbing... por qué no los dos?
Features some customization. Different blade styles, different handle styles and individual paint jobs for both. The video below shows some of the paint jobs and knives.
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The weapon can be found on some raiders as a possible melee drop (LL injection). It can also be crafted at a Chemistry Bench under BALISONG.
For console commands: help balisong 4 weap
They can also be legendary, the Balisong was added to the random Legendary roll. Starts showing up at level 20.
Notes:
Also no power armor animations on this mod.
Installs like any other mod. No DLC or Mod requirements. Install with NMM/Vortex or enable through the Mods menu in Fallout 4.
Two versions available for download. ESL and ESP.
Also available on Bethesda.net for PC and Xbox One
Vanilla compatibility: This mod makes no vanilla edits and is entirely standalone.
Mod compatibility: For mod patches, (Horizon, AWKR whatever lol, etc) contact me should you make your own for upload to the Nexus so I can post links below.
For Mod Authors: This mod uses 'BALIS' as the shorthand for all form ID's and file paths.
Available patches:
none yet
01-10-2021 | Initial Upload -1. 0
07-16-2024 | Animation update! Contains no plugin changes -1. 1
--------------- Fixes 3rd person animations
--------------- 1st person animations remade
Adds a balisong (butterfly knife) as a new animated melee weapon. With 885 endorsements and 284,219 downloads, it's a popular choice for players wanting a stylish, flipping blade. Last updated July 2024, it remains relevant for current game versions.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge download count (284k) shows it's a must-have for many players.
- Community-approved with 885 endorsements.
- Adds a unique, animated weapon that stands out from vanilla melee options.
⚠️ Cons
- Only adds one weapon, so if you're looking for a pack, this isn't it.
- Potential compatibility issues with other weapon mods that alter melee animations.
For players who want a stylish, flipping knife to spice up their melee combat. Great for those who enjoy unique weapon animations and want something different from the standard arsenal. Skip if you prefer realistic or lore-friendly weapons.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check if the mod requires a mod manager for installation—if not, just drop the files into your game's data folder.
- If you're using other weapon mods, test the balisong in-game to ensure no animation conflicts.
- Look for a crafting recipe or spawn command in the mod's files if you can't find the weapon in the world.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Fallout 4 Mods
- Author
- neeher
- Version
- 1.1
- Downloads
- 284,219
- Endorsements
- 885
- Category
- Weapons
- Created
- 1/10/2021
- Updated
- 7/16/2024
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