(Next Gen) Base Appearances Special Expansion

⭐ ⭐⭐ (1,496 endorsements) 📥 449,408 downloads 📌 v4.3 📅 12/30/2022
🟡 Updated this year

By Teiji · Modders Resources and Tutorials

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 12/18/2025 📅 Created: 12/30/2022
⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
1🧩 Script Merger — Witcher Script Merger Download ↗
2🔧 Community Patch — Community Patch - Base Download ↗

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

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 0.3% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #1 of 11 Modders Resources and Tutorials mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod



Base Appearances Special Expansion (BASE) is a base mod that adds more appearances for several characters. By itself, it doesn't do anything but set up the character entities, quests, community, and related cutscene files, so mod authors can create new mods utilizing the new appearances without meddling with these files. This, in turn, will cut down mod building time tremendously and will also ensure high compatibility from character appearance mods created by different authors.

This mod was created to easily manage compatibility with all of my mods (and anyone who wants to create mods using this base). If you have used my Dynamic Costume mods or Immersive Torture mods, you would know that I've added new appearances for the related characters using this method. Now, with BASE, you can create your own version of the Dynamic Costume or just want to easily change a character appearance using DLC-style.

Q/A:

  • []Will there be new character or new appearances added in the future? Maybe, depends on suggestions and if it's possible. But only if I'm feeling motivated to mod Witcher 3 again.

    []What if you decide to remove an appearance you added in a future BASE update and break my mod? Don't worry. Any future BASE update will only add appearances, never remove or name change to prevent current mod breakage. The only exception to this is if the appearance in question breaks the game.

    []Why it asks me to download Brothers In Arms - Ultimate Edition? It's a bug fix collection mod that BASE is compatible. Ensuring BASE and their dependency doesn't have any vanilla bugs.

    []I'm using a mod that conflict to BASE, what should I do? Because this mod modifies important character appearances files (entities, scenes, etc.), the mod was named to have higher priority by default. Do no put priority number.

    Features:

    • []New appearances for Ciri, Triss, Yennefer and more.

      []Ensure high compatibility from character appearance mods created by different authors if they use this BASE.

      []Each mod has its own separate toggle in Gameplay options.

      []Cuts down mod building time tremendously.

    • Several built-in vanilla bug fixes (i.e. Margarita and Philippa missing legs and shoes or restored Yennefer body texture).

      List of all changes compared to vanilla:

      New appearances:

      Ciri: Added ciri_novi and ciri_tous appearance.

      Triss: Added triss_novi, triss_novi_hooded_01, triss_novi_hooded_02, triss_skel, and triss_tous appearances.

      Yennefer: Added yennefer_novi, yennefer_skel, and yennefer_tous appearances.

      Margarita: Added margarita prison appearance.

      Bug fixes:

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

A base mod that expands character appearance options for several characters in the game. With 1,496 endorsements and 449,408 downloads, it's a popular resource for modders and players seeking more visual variety. Last updated December 2025, it remains actively maintained.

✨ Key Features

Adds more appearances for several characters as a base mod
Serves as a modder's resource for expanding character visuals
High download count (449,408) indicates widespread use
Recent update (December 2025) ensures current compatibility

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Huge download count (449k) shows tons of people use this
  • 1,496 endorsements means the community backs it
  • Updated recently (Dec 2025) so it's likely compatible with current game version

⚠️ Cons

  • Description is super vague – no specifics on which characters or how many appearances
🎯 Is This For You?
For modders who want a foundation to build custom character appearances, and for players who want more visual variety in their game. If you're looking for a plug-and-play cosmetic overhaul, this might not be enough on its own – check the files for details.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Since it's a base mod, place it in your mods folder and load it before any mods that depend on it.
  • Check the mod's files page for any optional patches or add-ons that expand its content.
  • If you're using a mod manager, let it handle the load order automatically to avoid conflicts.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Witcher 3 Mods
Author
Teiji
Version
4.3
Downloads
449,408
Endorsements
1,496
Category
Modders Resources and Tutorials
Created
12/30/2022
Updated
12/18/2025

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