MXT's Zora Replacer - High Poly Head

⭐ ⭐⭐ (4,161 endorsements) 📥 59,856 downloads 📌 v1.0 📅 2/26/2025
🟠 Updated over a year ago

By maxiteo · Followers & Companions

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 3/2/2025 📅 Created: 2/26/2025
⚠️ Install Order · 6 steps
1🛠️ SKSE64 — Skyrim Script Extender 64 Download ↗
2🔧 USSEP — Unofficial Skyrim Special Edition Patch Download ↗
3🖥️ SkyUI — SkyUI (MCM framework) Download ↗
4🧩 Address Library — Address Library for SKSE Plugins Download ↗
5🔧 SSE Engine Fixes — SSE Engine Fixes Download ↗
6📦 High Poly Head Find it →

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

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 7.0% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #100 of 127 Followers & Companions mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Instructions for Replacer

  • []Download and install Save Unbaker.

    []Pick either ThePure (BHUNP / CBBE) or User body main file, download and install it.

    []Go to MXT's Resource Pool and download and install the matching main file (User Body also requires this file).

    []Done.

    Racemenu Preset Instructions

    To get the exact same look, you must use High Poly Head's Symmetrical Eyes, EFM and EFA options.

    Some people have reported that mod managers might fail to install these options correctly (possibly due to some FOMOD issues), so if the head turns out weird after you load the preset, try manually extracting the EFM + EFA + Symmetrical Eyes (option folder is called UV) into your High Poly Head folder.

    If done correctly, you do not need to load the sculpt with F9; this head was made entirely 100% with base, EFM and HPH racemenu sliders. If your preset still looks like garbage after you load it, then load the sculpt after.

    Screenshots taken with MESH2 ENB.

    Credits (and preset requirements)

    Both Zora and Joselyn are using the "Pretty" tintmask set from ThePure. If you have any tintmask files overriding ThePure, the makeup will turn out different.

    High Poly Head 1. 4 (with Symmetrical Eyes, EFM and EFA - Female options checked)

    Hiraya Brows for High Poly Head

    Hair (Cola):

    KS Hairdos SSE

    SC - KS Hairdos Retextured

    Eyes Noveaux

    Northborn Scars

    For Joselyn only:

    Mikan Eyes for all races

    []Save Unbaker is almost essential if you use replacer mods or follower mods; it removes the weight record and facial TRI records from your save files and thus lets you freely swap replacer mods safely, even if the headparts are changed or switched from low to high poly etc.

    []DO NOT MIX AND MATCH REPLACER MODS. If you have any other mods that edit Zora or any other 3DNPC characters, you can try putting my plugin below that and pray that it works properly. Ideally you should delete Zora's forms in your other replacer using SSEedit to make it a clean removal. Same goes for Joselyn: her face will break if you have a plugin that changes her headparts while using my replacer. I am not responsible for users messing up their load orders. Gitgud.

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

A cosmetic replacer for the Zora follower in Skyrim, remade with High Poly Head for improved facial detail. Includes an optional replacer for Joselyn, Zora's sister. Popular with 4,161 endorsements and 59,856 downloads, last updated March 2025.

✨ Key Features

Remakes Zora's appearance using High Poly Head for enhanced facial geometry.
Includes an optional replacer for Joselyn, Zora's sister.
Requires High Poly Head mod as a dependency.
Popular cosmetic mod with 4,161 endorsements and 59,856 downloads.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community favorite with 4,161 endorsements and nearly 60k downloads—clearly a go-to for Zora fans.
  • High Poly Head means sharper, more expressive facial features compared to vanilla.
  • Optional Joselyn replacer adds extra value if you want to overhaul the whole sister duo.

⚠️ Cons

  • Requires High Poly Head, so you'll need to install that dependency first.
  • Purely cosmetic—if you're after new quests or gameplay changes, this isn't it.
  • Potential conflicts with other mods that alter Zora's appearance or NPC records.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want a more detailed, high-poly look for Zora without changing her role. Perfect if you're already using High Poly Head and want consistency across NPCs. Skip if you prefer lore-friendly vanilla looks or want gameplay additions.
📦 Install:Medium· 5-10 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Install High Poly Head first, then this mod, and make sure load order places this after any other Zora overhauls.
  • Use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2 to handle file conflicts easily.
  • Check the mod's images on the Nexus to see the new look before installing—if you prefer vanilla, skip it.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
maxiteo
Version
1.0
Downloads
59,856
Endorsements
4,161
Category
Followers & Companions
Created
2/26/2025
Updated
3/2/2025

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