Viridian Knight (Skimpy Standalone) - Recolored
🟡 Updated this year⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
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
- 👍 0.3% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #57 of 230 Armour mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
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[]Standalone - You can now have your skimpy version and original version side by side!
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]New metal tints - 9 alternatives to the original green metallic shade![]New fabric colors - 7 alternatives to the original green trouser color!
[]Black variant - A darker color bodysuit + trousers is now available for females! (The original was for males only.)
[]Fixed buckle - The dangling buckle from the cuirass is now removed from the gorget!
[]Zaps - Parts of the outfit can be removed in BodySlide via zaps! (BHUNP, 3BA, HIMBO only.)
This supports all body types in the original Viridian Knight Skimpy mod: BHUNP, CBBE, 3BA, and HIMBO.
INSTALLATION
Step 1 - Install Required Mods
Install the following mods and enable them in this order:
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[]Viridian Knight
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]Viridian Knight - Recolored[]Viridian Knight - Skimpy Version
[]This mod.
[](Optional) Skimped - Viridian Knight - Get the "Skimpy Standalone" BodySlide files.
Step 2 - Cleanup Original Skimpy Mod
The original plugin from Viridian Knight - Skimpy Version, KSA_vdkS.esp, contained only the thong/crotch leaf and is now redundant. It may be safely disabled if you desire.
The original mod includes pre-built meshes that override the Viridian Knight armor. These files may be safely removed from its meshes\Kreis\KSA\viridianknight (not necessary if you rebuild the BodySlides for the original, non-skimpy armor):
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[]bodyF_0.nif
[]bodyF_1.nif
[]bodyM_0.nif
[]bodyM_1.nif
Step 3 - Build the BodySlides
Open BodySlide and build the new meshes for your body type. Note that these include an S at the end of the names.
3BA
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[]CBBE 3BA KSA - Acc - Viridian Knight S
[]CBBE 3BA KSA - Body - Viridian Knight S
[]CBBE 3BA KSA - Body - Viridian Knight S (Black)
BHUNP
- []BHUNP KSA - Acc - Viridian Knight S
[]BHUNP KSA - Body - Viridian Knight S
[]BHUNP KSA - Body - Viridian Knight S (Black)
HIMBO
[]HIMBO KSA - Acc - Viridian Knight S
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[]CBBE 3BA KSA - Acc - Viridian Knight S
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[]bodyF_0.nif
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[]Viridian Knight
This mod makes the skimpy version of Viridian Knight standalone and adds several color variants, similar to the author's other mod, Viridian Knight - Recolored. It's a cosmetic armor mod for players who want the skimpy look with more color options, with 155 endorsements and 50,016 downloads.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Popular choice with 155 endorsements and over 50k downloads
- Standalone means no dependency on the original mod
- Color variants give you options to match your style
⚠️ Cons
- Cosmetic only – no gameplay changes or new mechanics
- Skimpy armor might not fit everyone's taste or lore-friendly playthroughs
- Potential conflicts with other armor mods that alter the same items
For Skyrim players who want a standalone skimpy version of Viridian Knight with color variety. If you're into revealing armor and like having multiple color options, this is for you. Skip if you prefer lore-friendly or fully covering armor.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to install and manage this mod easily.
- Check the in-game inventory or crafting menu to find the armor and its color variants.
- If you're on Skyrim Special Edition, make sure you have the correct version of the mod for your game.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- megaman2k
- Version
- 1.1.0
- Downloads
- 50,016
- Endorsements
- 155
- Category
- Armour
- Created
- 2/14/2024
- Updated
- 11/21/2025
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