The Guardian Armor Series
🟠 Updated over a year agoPreview
🔍 Analysis
- 👍 3.5% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #47 of 120 Visuals and Graphics mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Important Notes
Some users were having issues getting the full version of the mod to work for them. To address this I created a cosmetic only version which is set as the main file named Guardian Armor Set Essentials Revised. This version should be safe to use.
An optional files was uploaded as well to add custom menu text, updated armor names, and additional mod slots. To achieve this there is an updated prefetch. If you have other mods that have an updated prefetch as well it will result in a conflict causing unstable game play at best, game save issues, and crashes at worst. It is recommended you back up your game save files before installing the optional file named Guardian Menu Text and Additional Mod Slots.
This is far from a complete list but here are examples of Mods that the optional file will conflict with:
Aloy's Adjustments
Translation Mods
Inventory Mods based on Aloy's Adjustments framework
Basically anything that can't be opened in Decima Workshop or files that when previewed show there is an updated prefetch inside.
If you aren't sure what the prefetch is or what it does it is probably best to skip the optional file and just use the main file.
Now to the good stuff:
Every element of this series has been reworked from the ground up and includes:
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[]Updated inventory icons
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]Unique shop icons[]Updated menu preview images
[]Updated descriptive text: (added as an optional file)
- Updated number of modification slots: (added as an optional file)
The Hood was designed to work with my custom hair style which is a separate mod by me and can be found here: The Roll
To install, simply extract the .bin and place it inside the games Packed_DX12 directory.
Appreciation Time:
ShadelessFox
Thanks to everyone in this group for supporting the community, answering questions, and making the tools needed to create this mod.
Don't forget to check out my other mods:
Need more Bag Space?2x Inventory - Ammo - Potion Carrying Capacity
Additional Armor Mods:
Nora Ranger Series
Nora - ShieldWeaver
New Hair Style for Aloy
The Guardian Armor Series is a visual overhaul for Horizon that updates nearly everything to feel fresh yet lore-friendly. With 188 endorsements and over 5,300 downloads, it's a community favorite for players seeking a new look without breaking immersion.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Solid community backing (188 endorsements, 5.3k downloads)
- Aims to refresh the whole game's look, not just one item
- Lore-friendly approach means it won't clash with the world
⚠️ Cons
- Author mentions an updated note but doesn't include it here
- Last updated in October 2024—check compatibility with your game version
For Horizon players who want a visual refresh that stays true to the game's lore. If you're tired of the same old look and want something new without breaking immersion, this is for you. Skip if you need specific details or want gameplay changes—this is purely cosmetic.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check the mod page for the 'updated note' the author mentions—it likely has important install info.
- Since it's a visual mod, make sure your game is up to date to avoid conflicts.
- If you use other visual mods, test for compatibility before adding this one.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Horizonzerodawn Mods
- Author
- HardcoreHobbyist
- Version
- 1
- Downloads
- 5,304
- Endorsements
- 188
- Category
- Visuals and Graphics
- Created
- 4/13/2024
- Updated
- 10/7/2024
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