A Cazador's Life

⭐ ⭐ (375 endorsements) 📥 7,807 downloads 📌 v1.17 📅 9/2/2016
⚪ Last updated 2019

By Hopper31 · Companions

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 3/29/2019 📅 Created: 9/2/2016
⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
1🛠️ NVSE — New Vegas Script Extender Download ↗
2🛠️ 4GB Patcher — FNV 4GB Patcher Download ↗
3🔧 NVAC — New Vegas Anti Crash Download ↗
4🧩 JIP LN — JIP LN NVSE Plugin Download ↗
5🔧 YUP — Yukichigai Unofficial Patch Download ↗

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

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 4.8% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #91 of 176 Companions mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

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This mod adds in a baby Cazador that can potentially be used as a companion after you do it a small favor. After the ordeal is solved, it'll act just like any other companion would, with one minor exception. It needs to be regularly fed otherwise it'll turn on you. It takes around roughly 5 hours of playtime for it to grow all the way up depending on what/how quickly you feed it once it becomes hungry.

  • []Stats

    The Cazador's stats scale as it grows up, it starts off pretty weak but will eventually rival one of the Giant Cazadores from Honest Hearts.

    HP will go from 70 to 350

    Damage will go from 16 to 80

    Poison DOT will go from (1HP/s for 31) up to (12HP/s for 20)

    • []Location

      It can be found at the destroyed Tribal Village to the North of Goodsprings, deep in Cazador country. Once the Cazadores at the village are dealt with, approach the nest that's sticking out of the rock face behind the tents. Something will occur, then your Cazador buddy will appear and start communicating with you.

      • []Abilities

        As mentioned above, your Cazador will grow up over time, this occurs every time you feed it, with certain foods causing it to grow up faster. As it grows up you will unlock certain abilities to improve either your Cazador's survivability/damage or your own damage, provided you pass the appropriate skill/perk checks that is.

        • []Other

          At any point after acquiring it as a companion you can rename it to anything you can think of.

          You can also set a custom 'home' location anywhere for your Cazador to return back to.

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          None known at the moment.

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          \\\\\\\\\\Coito Ergo Sum has a quest to destroy the Cazador nests near the Tribal Village, doing this quest then re-entering the zone with this mod enabled will cause the game to crash. To fix it, enter "PRID 174B86" followed by "Enable" without closing the console. This'll bring back the nest and allow the mod to proceed like normal.

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          Requirements

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          JIP LN NVSE

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          Al Chestbreac

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Adds a young Cazador companion to Fallout: New Vegas. After a scripted encounter, the Cazador follows the player as a guardian. A niche companion mod for players wanting a unique creature follower, with 375 endorsements and last updated in 2019.

✨ Key Features

Adds a young Cazador companion that follows the player as a guardian.
Includes a scripted encounter where the player fixes the Cazador's broken limbs.
Companion is integrated into the game world with a backstory.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community-approved with 375 endorsements and over 7,800 downloads.
  • Unique concept—a Cazador companion is something you don't see every day.
  • Lightweight and focused: does one thing and does it well.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2019—may have compatibility issues with current game versions or mod setups.
  • No detailed documentation on installation or compatibility requirements.
  • Limited scope: only adds one companion, no additional features or quests.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Fallout: New Vegas players who want a quirky, unconventional companion and enjoy creature followers. If you're looking for a fully-voiced, quest-rich companion mod, this isn't it. Skip if you prefer humanoid companions or want extensive content.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 5 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure to read the mod description for any specific load order instructions, as older mods sometimes need to be placed correctly.
  • If you're using a mod manager, install this mod manually or via manager and check for conflicts with other companion mods.
  • Test the mod on a new save or after the initial encounter to ensure the Cazador spawns correctly.

📊 Mod Details

Game
New Vegas Mods
Author
Hopper31
Version
1.17
Downloads
7,807
Endorsements
375
Category
Companions
Created
9/2/2016
Updated
3/29/2019

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