Husky 2k Variants - An Automatic Variants Package

⭐ ⭐⭐ (2,330 endorsements) 📥 120,025 downloads 📌 vv1.0 📅 3/10/2015
⚪ Last updated 2015

By PlagueHush · Creatures

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 3/10/2015 📅 Created: 3/10/2015
⚠️ Install Order · 4 steps
1🛠️ SKSE — Skyrim Script Extender Download ↗
2🔧 USLEEP — Unofficial Skyrim Legendary Edition Patch Download ↗
3🖥️ SkyUI — SkyUI (MCM framework) Download ↗
4📦 Automatic Variants Find it →

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

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 1.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #44 of 63 Creatures mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

WHAT THIS MOD DOES This mod provides twelve new 2k variants of both the armored and non-armored Huskies. There are both blue and green-eyed variations of each of the new coat colors:

  • []Black[/] []Grey[/] []Alternative Grey [/][]Brown[/] []Pale Brown[/] []Dark Brown [/]
This mod takes its inspiration from Husky HD Recolor - Bran and Sceolang replacer by Aenkill. With Aenkill's permission I've repaired the alpha channel holes in the original textures, darkened the glowing white of the husky undercoat to something a little more realistic (and that works better with ENBs), and packaged the textures up for use with Automatic Variants.

I'd love to see how your canine companions look for you, so feel free to add your own screenshots! :D

REQUIREMENTS TES:V - Skyrim + Dawnguard DLC Automatic Variants

HOW TO INSTALL Download and activate as per normal with NMM, or extract the included files into your Skyrim\Data folder and activate. Then run the Automatic Variants reproccer.

Each Husky you meet in-game from that point on will be given a random variant from this pack's textures.

FURTHER DEVELOPMENT Except for bug fixes, (and depending on how interesting some user requests are) I'm considering this mod complete!

PERMISSIONS These are heavily edited redevelopments (with permission) of textures originally created by Aenkill, from Husky HD Recolor - Bran and Sceolang replacer. Aenkill has told me of his intention to open his textures up as a modder's resource, so I'm happy to offer my redevelopments of his textures as a modder's resource too. Just provide credit to both of us in your mod, and let us both know what cool things you make with them!

TOOLS USED GIMP

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Twelve 2k Husky retextures packaged for Automatic Variants, giving Skyrim's huskies a variety of high-res coats. A niche cosmetic mod for players who want more visual variety in their game, with a solid endorsement base despite its age.

✨ Key Features

Adds 12 2k Husky retextures for use with Automatic Variants.
Packaged specifically for Automatic Variants integration.
High-resolution 2k textures for improved visual quality.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community-approved with 2,330 endorsements and 120k downloads.
  • Gives huskies a fresh look with 12 different coat variants.
  • Easy to install if you already use Automatic Variants.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2015 — may be outdated for current Skyrim versions.
  • Requires Automatic Variants, which is an older mod and may have compatibility issues.
  • Only affects huskies, so it's a very narrow visual change.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who use Automatic Variants and want more variety in animal appearances. If you're a completionist who loves visual overhauls, this adds a nice touch. Skip if you don't use Automatic Variants or want broader creature changes.
📦 Install:Medium· 5-10 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure Automatic Variants is installed and working before adding this package.
  • Use a mod manager like Mod Organizer 2 to keep track of texture replacers and avoid overwriting conflicts.
  • Check the Automatic Variants patcher to ensure the new textures are included in your game.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim LE Mods
Author
PlagueHush
Version
v1.0
Downloads
120,025
Endorsements
2,330
Category
Creatures
Created
3/10/2015
Updated
3/10/2015

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