Griffin Armour Retexture Witcher on the Path-Style
⚪ Last updated 2016⚠️ Install Order · 2 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
- 👍 4.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #36 of 163 Armour mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
If you want a slightly less matte version that also has T5-textures, check out $ereg@'s excellent update:
Griffin Armour (On The Path) Update
EDIT ONCE MORE:
I would recommend using this in conjunction with Original Witcher Armor Color Sets
since that fixes some of the strange colours on gloves, boots and pants it seems. (load it after this mod in the load order).
EDIT AGAIN:
Patex24 has made a grandmaster version of this armour for anyone interested:
Grandmaster Armour "Witcher on the Path"
EDIT: Discontinued:
As some might already have guessed work on this mod has been discontinued, I simply have too much else going on in my life and my motivation for Witcher 3 modding (and video games in general right now) is basically zero, if anyone wants to take over the reins and make a grandmaster-version for this feel free to contact me :)
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INFORMATION:
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I always disliked the look of the griffin armours texture etc. but loved the look of some of the model, the pauldrons etc.(especially the tier 2 one).
So I figured I would do something about it and came up with this. I also wanted an armour that really looked like Geralt had been on the path for a long time
with lots of dirt and wear and tear, a good "wandering witcher"-armour that didn't look flashy or luxurious in any way.
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What's included?:
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- All levels of the griffin armor has been retextured, some parts are just recolored while others (the cuirass itself for example) has been heavily modified.
- Optional swords and scabbards.
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INSTALLATION:
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Put the folder "modmcgriffinarmorv1"-folder in your Witcher 3 mod-folder. (The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt\mods) and you should be good to go.
For the swords and scabbards:
Put the "modmcswordsnscabbards"-folder in your Witcher 3 Mod-folder. (The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt\mods)
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COMPABILITY:
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- As mentioned before, the mod will not be compatible with any mod that changes the griffin armours textures.
- The mod is compatible (and recommended to use) with "Griffin Set - Slim Version" by Holgar96. All screenshots have been taken with that activated.
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KNOWN ISSUES:
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-Some of the textures and normal-maps look a bit off on the cuirass and other parts, I probably won't polish this very much since I simply don't have the time.
- Icons are not included (again, if anyone wants to hel
This mod retextures the Griffin Armour in The Witcher 3 to a grimy, dark, leathery medium armour, aiming to capture the look of a witcher who's been on the path for months. It's a cosmetic overhaul for players who want a more weathered, realistic appearance for Geralt's gear.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 1,162 endorsements.
- High download count (27,388) shows it's a popular choice.
- Gives the Griffin Armour a unique, gritty look that fits the game's tone.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2016, so it may have compatibility issues with current game versions.
- No screenshots or detailed installation instructions provided by the author.
- Only affects the Griffin Armour, so if you don't use that set, it's useless.
For Witcher 3 players who want a more grounded, weathered look for Geralt's gear and prefer the Griffin set. Skip if you're looking for gameplay changes or use other armour sets.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to back up your original texture files before replacing them.
- Use a mod manager like Nexus Mod Manager or Vortex for easier installation and removal.
- Check the mod's comments section for any reported issues or compatibility notes.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Witcher 3 Mods
- Author
- McNools
- Version
- 1.1
- Downloads
- 27,388
- Endorsements
- 1,162
- Category
- Armour
- Created
- 4/17/2016
- Updated
- 4/26/2016
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