Light Wolven Viper Manticore Armors
⚪ 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
- 👍 3.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #136 of 163 Armour mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
NOTICE: I've just realized that the Levity in game rune enchantment effectively does what this mod does. I made this mod not knowing this fact. I recommend leveraging in game design mechanics to achieve light armor, as it is not considered cheating.
Summary
This mod is simple. It changes the Wolven armor set, and optionally the Manticore and Viper armor sets, from medium armor to light armor. This mod also fixes the Wolven gear crafting recipes such that all master-level gear now properly require master-level artisans.
Instructions:
- []Install EITHER modLightWolven OR modLightWolvenManticore. DO NOT install both of these. The former only makes the Wolven armor set into a light armor set, while the latter makes both Wolven and Manticore armor sets into light armor sets. []Optionally, install modLightViper. This makes the HoS crafted Viper armor set into a light armor set. This can be installed alongside one of the above, or not installed at all.
This mod is not compatible with any other mod that modifies the relevant XML files that define the parameters for Wolven, Manticore, and Viper armor sets. Texture replacement mods can be compatible if the texture mod replaces the actual texture file instead of changing the XML files to point to a new texture file. In the latter case, the mod won't be compatible.
Provided as-is. I am not in the business of helping you make this mod compatible with your favorite XYZ mod. I'm also not in the business of helping you learn how to install mods. Like all my mods, I made this mod for myself as I came to a point in the game where I felt the burden of my optimal play was too high. In the case of this mod, it was my wanting to wear Wolven armor while also using my cat school build.
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This mod converts the Wolven armor set, and optionally the Viper and Manticore sets, from Medium to Light armor in The Witcher 3. It allows Cat school builds to use these visually appealing sets without the weight penalty. A simple quality-of-life tweak for players who want more armor variety.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved (233 endorsements) and downloaded nearly 6k times
- Opens up new fashion options for Cat school players who want light armor
- Simple, focused mod that does exactly what it says
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2016 — may not be compatible with the latest game version or DLCs
- Only affects armor weight class, no other changes or improvements
For Witcher 3 players who love the look of the Wolven, Viper, or Manticore sets but prefer light armor for their Cat school build. If you're a min-maxer who wants the best stats, this mod is for you. Skip if you're happy with medium armor or don't care about fashion.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to back up your original game files before installing, just in case.
- If you're using a mod manager like Nexus Mod Manager, install through it for easy uninstallation.
- Check if the mod requires any DLC (like Blood and Wine) for the Manticore set to work.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Witcher 3 Mods
- Author
- katalysis
- Version
- 1.1
- Downloads
- 5,926
- Endorsements
- 233
- Category
- Armour
- Created
- 7/9/2016
- Updated
- 7/9/2016
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