Kaidanhaul (LE3)
⚪ Last updated 2022⚠️ Install Order · 1 step
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
- 👍 5.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #277 of 629 Characters mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
What is this mod?
This mod gives Kaidan actual hair (I made myself from scratch) new outfits, two new armours, and yes an option for being shirtless using the LE1 bodyframe in LE3 from my Body Diversity mod for MShep
1. 3 - Includes a patch option for Expanded Galaxy Mod if you choose to install one of the other Casual Options it gives. If you want to instead use an option from this mod for Casuals choose Default casual in EGM. Thank you KkJiro
Why did I give him less muscles?
For me it is to be consistent with his LE1 look,
plus I like the idea of him being leaner due to his Biotics
Why make his hair so big?
At first I resculpted his scalp to fit the same general shape as everyone else but then I thought why not make his hair in the same shape it is but as actual hair.
So that is why the hair looks so big, its made to be as close as possible to his original, while being actual hair instead of just a texture.
Requirement
Requires the Framework from the LE3 Community Patch
Compatibility
This will not be compatible with any mod that edits Kaidan's Files in and out of the LE3CP Framework.
Patches can be made for this mod, it will be needed to be added as a requirement for the patch due to the custom textures I have in the tfc.
To Install:
Use ME3Tweaks Mod Manager to install
Drag the zipped file over ME3 Tweaks Mod Manager
Then it will prompt to install directly.
If importing via import button make sure to click Apply mod at the bottom right of the window.
Make sure to install all content mods (ME3 Tweaks mod manager)
before installing any textures.
To uninstall:
Manage Target -> Delete or Disable 'Kaidan_LE1_Bodyframe'.
Screenshot Credits
Expanded Galaxy Mod is used to get the in cabin photos
Thank you
Thank you Scottina123 for helping with a lighting issue.
The whole of the patch team for LE3 Community Patch for making mods like this much easier to do.
And SpaceD0lphin, Jenya66, ThaliaGraces, Beccatoria and Marcus22Khaar
for helping me brainstorm some ideas and deciding on some final things.
Kaidanhaul (LE3) is a cosmetic overhaul for Kaidan in Mass Effect Legendary Edition, adding custom hair, new outfits, two new armours, and an optional shirtless look using the LE1 bodyframe. With 155 endorsements and recent updates, it's a solid choice for players wanting to refresh Kaidan's appearance.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 155 endorsements and over 2,600 downloads
- Custom hair and new outfits give Kaidan a fresh look without changing his personality
- Optional shirtless option adds variety for players who want that classic LE1 vibe
⚠️ Cons
- Requires the Body Diversity mod for MShep to use the shirtless option, adding an extra dependency
- Only affects Kaidan's appearance, so if you're looking for gameplay changes, this isn't it
- No screenshots or detailed install instructions provided, so you'll have to figure out some things yourself
For Mass Effect Legendary Edition players who want to give Kaidan a visual upgrade, especially those who liked his LE1 look. Skip if you want gameplay overhauls or don't care about Kaidan's appearance.
💡 Beginner Tips
- If you use the shirtless option, make sure you have the Body Diversity mod installed first, or the game might crash.
- Use a mod manager like ME3Tweaks Mod Manager to install this mod, as manual installation can be tricky with texture mods.
- Check the mod's forum posts for any user-uploaded screenshots, since the description lacks them.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Mass Effect Mods
- Author
- Padme4000
- Version
- 1.3
- Downloads
- 2,621
- Endorsements
- 155
- Category
- Characters
- Created
- 4/28/2022
- Updated
- 9/13/2022
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