Hrothgar and Viera Hats

⭐ ⭐⭐ (2,461 endorsements) 📥 112,107 downloads 📌 v4.0.5 📅 7/18/2021
🟠 Updated over a year ago

By Roxanne Luikhart · Apparel

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 8/30/2025 📅 Created: 7/18/2021

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 2.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #1 of 1313 Apparel mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Hrothgar & Viera Hats

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Modifies the hair models for ALL Hrothgar and Viera allowing them to be compatible with hats, head gear, helmets, and hoods.

Also adds custom 3D models for ALL hats, head gear, helmets, and hoods for both Hrothgar and Viera

Majority of hat physics & visors function

If you see hair and hats disappear at long distances, make sure to disable using LOD

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🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

This mod adds fully functional hat, hood, and headgear models for both Hrothgar and Viera races in Final Fantasy XIV. It's a must-have for players of those races who want to wear headgear without clipping or invisibility. With 2,461 endorsements and 112,107 downloads, it's a popular and well-received cosmetic addition.

✨ Key Features

Adds full hat compatibility for both Hrothgar and Viera
Includes fully functional hat, hood, and headgear models
Supports both Hrothgar and Viera races

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Huge community approval (2,461 endorsements) and over 112k downloads
  • Solves a long-standing issue for Hrothgar and Viera players who couldn't wear most hats
  • Adds functional headgear models, not just invisible slots

⚠️ Cons

  • Cosmetic only—no gameplay changes, so if you're looking for stats or abilities, this isn't it
  • May conflict with other mods that alter headgear or race models
  • Requires a mod manager like TexTools or Penumbra, which might be a hurdle for newbies
🎯 Is This For You?
For Hrothgar and Viera players who are tired of not being able to wear hats and want full headgear compatibility. Also great for glamour enthusiasts who want more fashion options. Skip if you don't play those races or if you're looking for gameplay-affecting mods.
📦 Install:Medium· 5-10 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Use a mod manager like Penumbra to install and manage this mod easily, and to avoid conflicts.
  • Make sure your game is up to date, as mods can break with patches.
  • If you're new to modding FFXIV, check out guides on using TexTools or Penumbra before installing.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Finalfantasy14 Mods
Author
Roxanne Luikhart
Version
4.0.5
Downloads
112,107
Endorsements
2,461
Category
Apparel
Created
7/18/2021
Updated
8/30/2025

🔧 How to Install Final Fantasy XIV Mods

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