Gwynbleidd - Lore Friendly Geralt Retexture
⚪ 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
- 🏆 #150 of 325 Characters mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
As of version 1. 6, there will be separate mods for the body and face, and optional files for toxicity masks, weathered face, eyes, and whiter hair and beard.
This due to the sheer number of configurations possible. I simply don't have the free time to make all-in-one files for every combination. This also allows for more freedom to customize Geralt to your exact liking.
That said, I do have instructions in the Read Me, for those who want to merge all of the files themselves. If you can't merge them for whatever reason, please send me a PM with all of the files you'd like bundled, and I'll make an all-in-one file for you. I don't want separate files to be a deal-breaker for anyone!
Important Information
I have a step-by-step guide to merging mods using Modkitchen. This is for people who are concerned about reaching the texture mod limit, and is by no means necessary. If you only run a few mods, you probably won't need to worry. (I don't know that we have an exact number for the limit, but I've read it can range from 20 - 40+ mods.)
There's also a quick tutorial on the CDPR forums that explains the process, and includes a few pictures.
If you have any questions, please feel free to ask me - I'm more than happy to help!
I'm also looking for help in making a scripted installer, to make this a little neater and user friendly. If anyone is interested, please message me!
All-in-ones
- TW2 is a little more grey than the Gwynbleidd tone, and more closely resembles Geralt's complexion from Assassin of Kings.
- Gwynbleidd is my 'default' skin tone, just bundled together for anyone who doesn't want to mess with extra files.
- Albino is nearly chalk white, with minimal pink tones.
These files only include the body and face, so if you want a special toxicity mask, weathered face, or whiter hair, you'll need to install an optional file, otherwise you'll get the game's vanilla settings.
Bodies
There are two bodies to choose at the moment. No chest hair, and the default chest hair.
I'm currently working on creating my own body hair for the chest, lowe
A simple retexture mod for The Witcher 3 that makes Geralt resemble his book appearance with complete loss of pigmentation. Compatible with Blood and Wine and Hearts of Stone, works during the shaving scene, and includes Geralt's tattoo. Popular with 634 endorsements and over 15,000 downloads.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 634 endorsements and over 15k downloads — clearly fills a niche.
- Lore-friendly approach for book purists who want the white-haired, pale Geralt.
- Works with both expansions and even the shaving scene — attention to detail.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2016 — may not be compatible with the latest game patches or mods.
- Purely cosmetic — if you're looking for gameplay changes, this isn't it.
For Witcher 3 players who are book purists and want Geralt to look exactly as described in the novels. Also for those who want a more distinctive appearance during the shaving scene and with the tattoo. Skip if you're happy with the default game look or want gameplay alterations.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Place the mod folder in your 'The Witcher 3/mods' directory — if it doesn't exist, create it.
- Check if you have other Geralt retextures installed; they may conflict, so use a mod manager to manage load order.
- Since the mod is old, test it after a fresh install to ensure it works with your current game version.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Witcher 3 Mods
- Author
- pudi0072000
- Version
- 1.6
- Downloads
- 15,214
- Endorsements
- 634
- Category
- Characters
- Created
- 10/29/2015
- Updated
- 8/18/2016
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