iLoveLydia - Athletic CBBE texture with some gloss

⭐ ⭐ (963 endorsements) 📥 33,956 downloads 📌 v1.01 📅 3/19/2012
⚪ Last updated 2012

By Xs2reality · Models and Textures

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 3/21/2012 📅 Created: 3/19/2012
⚠️ Install Order · 3 steps
1🛠️ SKSE — Skyrim Script Extender Download ↗
2🔧 USLEEP — Unofficial Skyrim Legendary Edition Patch Download ↗
3🖥️ SkyUI — SkyUI (MCM framework) Download ↗

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

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 2.8% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #159 of 299 Models and Textures mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Collection of maps & models I re-did for my favorite housecarl Lydia. It features a modified muscular / toned / athletic normap map, a slightly glossy specular map for both face and body. Installation ======================================= Install through NNM or unpack the contents to the \\Data\\ folder Notes ======================================= - Overwrites the female body, head and hand/feet textures + Lydia face tint - Overwrites Lydias head mesh (Apachii hair used) - Turns Lydia into marriage candidate, who sleeps naked and has wedding dress as basic outfit. Higher pitched voice Also: Edit the wedding dress by placing the mesh of choice in the location: \'meshes\\clothes\\weddingdress\\\' hatf_0.nif / hatf_1.nif - Nice for a circlet outfitf_0.nif / outfitf_1.nif - whatever dress you like sandalsf_0.nif / sandalsf_1.nif - skyheels or a different boot/shoe etc Conflicts ======================================= This mod will conflict with every other mod that changes the female body, head, hand & feet textures. Also Lydia related mods will probably conflict (iLoveLydia.esp version only). File contents / Uninstallation ======================================= Full version (incl Lydia mod): Skyrim\\Data\\textures\\actors\\character\\female\\femalebody_1.dds Skyrim\\Data\\textures\\actors\\character\\female\\femalebody_1_msn.dds Skyrim\\Data\\textures\\actors\\character\\female\\femalebody_1_sk.dds Skyrim\\Data\\textures\\actors\\character\\female\\femalebody_1_s.dds Skyrim\\Data\\textures\\actors\\character\\female\\femalehands_1.dds Skyrim\\Data\\textures\\actors\\character\\female\\femalehands_1_msn.dds Skyrim\\Data\\textures\\actors\\character\\female\\femalehands_1_s.dds Skyrim\\Data\\textures\\actors\\character\\female\\femalehead_1.dds Skyrim\\Data\\textures\\actors\\character\\female\\femalehead_1_msn.dds Skyrim\\Data\\textures\\actors\\character\\female\\femalehead_1_s.dds Skyrim\\Data\\textures\\actors\\character\\female\\Lydia.dds Skyrim\\Data\\textures\\actors\\character\\female\\Lydia_msn.dds Skyrim\\Data\\textures\\actors\\character\\female\\Lydia_s.dds Skyrim\\Data\\textures\\actors\\character\\female\\Lydia_sk.dds Skyrim\\Data\\Textures\\actors\\character\\FaceGenData\\FaceTint\\Skyrim.esm\\000A2C8E.dds Skyrim\\Data\\meshes\\actors\\character\\facegendata\\facegeom\\skyrim.esm\\000a2c8e.nif Textures only version Skyrim\\Data\\textures\\actors\\character\\female\\femalebody_1.dds Skyrim\\Data\\textures\\actors\\character\\female\\femalebody_1_msn.dds Skyrim\\Data\\textures\\actors\\character\\female\\femalebody_1_sk.dds Skyrim\\Data\\textures\\actors\\character\\female\\femalebody_1_s.dds Skyrim\\Data\\textures\\actors\\character\\female\\femalehands_1.dds Skyrim\\Data\\textures\\actors\\character\\female\\femalehands_1_msn.dds Skyrim\\Data\\textures\\actors\\character\\female\\femalehands_1_s.dds Skyrim\\Data\\textures\\actors\\character\\female\\femalehead_1.dd

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

A cosmetic texture and model overhaul for Skyrim's housecarl Lydia, featuring a muscular/toned normal map and glossy specular maps for face and body. With 963 endorsements and 33,956 downloads, it's a popular choice for players wanting a more athletic look for Lydia.

✨ Key Features

Modified muscular, toned, athletic normal map for Lydia's body
Slightly glossy specular map for both face and body
Collection of maps and models re-done by the author

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community favorite with 963 endorsements and over 33k downloads
  • Gives Lydia a unique athletic look that stands out from vanilla
  • Simple cosmetic change that doesn't affect gameplay

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2012, so may not be compatible with newer Skyrim versions or mods
  • Only affects Lydia, so if you don't use her as a follower, it's useless
  • Requires CBBE body mod, which isn't mentioned in the description but is implied by the title
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who use Lydia as a follower and want her to look more toned and athletic. Also for modders who appreciate detailed texture work. Skip if you don't care about follower appearances or prefer a more vanilla look.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 5 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure you have CBBE installed, as this texture is designed for that body type.
  • Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to easily install and uninstall the mod.
  • If you're playing Skyrim Special Edition, you may need to convert the textures to work with the new engine.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim LE Mods
Author
Xs2reality
Version
1.01
Downloads
33,956
Endorsements
963
Category
Models and Textures
Created
3/19/2012
Updated
3/21/2012

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