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* [[Guide:Working with lsx files|Working with LSX files ( example with Progressions.lsx )]]
* [[Guide:Working with lsx files|Working with LSX files ( example with Progressions.lsx )]]
* [[Guide:Custom_Polymorph|Custom Polymorphing]]
* [[Guide:Custom_Polymorph|Custom Polymorphing]]
* [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iR-q2sTqxLuk3xXG8W6dbk3QeqQw_jdGkI1WAu45OoU/edit Custom Dye Mod Guide by AstralSprout]
* [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iR-q2sTqxLuk3xXG8W6dbk3QeqQw_jdGkI1WAu45OoU/edit Custom Dye Mod Guide] by AstralSprout


=== Mesh-Related Tutorials ===
=== Mesh-Related Tutorials ===
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* [[Guide:Fixing_Bone_Errors|Fixing bone errors]]
* [[Guide:Fixing_Bone_Errors|Fixing bone errors]]
* [[Guide:Head_Conversion|Head Conversion]]
* [[Guide:Head_Conversion|Head Conversion]]
* [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLe0NwkOacl_jFoRnGT8iU29WriucyN1mj Padme4000's tutorials]
* [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLe0NwkOacl_jFoRnGT8iU29WriucyN1mj Padme4000's YouTube tutorials]
** [https://youtu.be/WB0Cx4igByY?si=CIJVAM_Gq3y_6Hex Adding New Colors to Character Creation]
** [https://youtu.be/siC6fak9zDM?si=r1nezgGOs9OWqOOr Creating Hairs Post Patch 9]
** [https://youtu.be/siC6fak9zDM?si=r1nezgGOs9OWqOOr Creating Hairs Post Patch 9]
** [https://youtu.be/gxmgZ_X1kbI?si=wj7OFqyKkGS3BV2V Joining Different Meshes Into One]
** [https://youtu.be/gxmgZ_X1kbI?si=wj7OFqyKkGS3BV2V Joining Different Meshes Into One]
* [[Guide:Hair_Creation|Adding new Hairs to Character Creation]]
* [[Guide:Hair_Creation|Adding New Hairs to Character Creation]]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IbivHL2lPrc&list=PLe0NwkOacl_jFoRnGT8iU29WriucyN1mj&index=12 Making Custom Armor - Part 1]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IbivHL2lPrc&list=PLe0NwkOacl_jFoRnGT8iU29WriucyN1mj&index=12 Making Custom Armor - Part 1] by Druundev
* [[Guide:Custom_Hair_Highlight|Custom Hair Highlight/Ombre]]
* [[Guide:Custom_Hair_Highlight|Custom Hair Highlight/Ombre]]


===== [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYJ1Y7lY33WQOho8it-mTq6cIrH8dUeLP Learning Blender] =====
===== [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYJ1Y7lY33WQOho8it-mTq6cIrH8dUeLP Learning Blender] =====
These tutorials are not directly BG3-related, but are a great stepping stone into using Blender and working with meshes.
These tutorials are not directly BG3-related, but are a great stepping stone into using Blender and working with meshes.
* [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjEaoINr3zgFX8ZsChQVQsuDSjEqdWMAD&si=85qV8vXb9vMYzq7C Donut Tutorial]
* [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjEaoINr3zgFX8ZsChQVQsuDSjEqdWMAD&si=85qV8vXb9vMYzq7C Donut Tutorial (Blender 3.0)] by Blender Guru
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B11XBZmIIZc Learn Shape Keys In Under 5 Mins]
* [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjEaoINr3zgEPv5y--4MKpciLaoQYZB1Z Donut Tutorial (Blender 4.0)] by Blender Guru
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qTgSLYY9uew Fix your SHAPE KEYS! - Blender 2.8 tutorial by Danny Mac 3D]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B11XBZmIIZc Learn Shape Keys In Under 5 Mins] by PIXXO 3D
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qTgSLYY9uew Fix your SHAPE KEYS! - Blender 2.8 tutorial] by Danny Mac 3D


=== Texture-Related Tutorials ===
=== Texture-Related Tutorials ===
Texturing is usually applied on top of a mesh to make it appear a certain way.
Texturing is usually applied on top of a mesh to make it appear a certain way.
* [[Guide:Texture_Formatting|Texture Formatting]]
* [[Guide:Texture_Formatting|Texture Formatting]]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o_zgNI9nhns&list=PLe0NwkOacl_jFoRnGT8iU29WriucyN1mj&index=13 Making Custom Armor - Part 2]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o_zgNI9nhns&list=PLe0NwkOacl_jFoRnGT8iU29WriucyN1mj&index=13 Making Custom Armor - Part 2] by Druundev
* [https://astropad.com/how-to-add-texture-to-a-3d-model-using-blender-an-ipad-and-uv-mapping/ How to add texture to a 3D model using Blender, an iPad, and UV Mapping]
* [https://astropad.com/how-to-add-texture-to-a-3d-model-using-blender-an-ipad-and-uv-mapping/ How to add texture to a 3D model using Blender, an iPad, and UV Mapping]


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Baldur’s Gate 3 has a LOT of files. It can be very difficult to find the specific asset you’re looking for. The pages in this section should help you find the files you’re looking for as you’re modding!
Baldur’s Gate 3 has a LOT of files. It can be very difficult to find the specific asset you’re looking for. The pages in this section should help you find the files you’re looking for as you’re modding!


* [https://bg3ccmoddinglibrary.carrd.co/ Bg3 CC Modding Library] put together by Weeviljester
* [https://bg3ccmoddinglibrary.carrd.co/ Bg3 CC Modding Library] by Weeviljester
* [[Guide:AssetPrefixReferences|Asset Prefix References]]
* [[Guide:AssetPrefixReferences|Asset Prefix References]]
* [[Modding:VertexColorMaskSlots|Hiding skin/outfit parts: Vertex Color Mask Slots]]
* [[Modding:VertexColorMaskSlots|Hiding skin/outfit parts: Vertex Color Mask Slots]]
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== Sample Mods ==
== Sample Mods ==
One of the most helpful things you can do when you’re starting out with modding is to take a look at sample mods that actually work and start from there. Here are a collection of Sample Mods designed to help you create a finished product.
One of the most helpful things you can do when you’re starting out with modding is to take a look at sample mods that actually work and start from there. Here are a collection of Sample Mods designed to help you create a finished product.
* [https://www.nexusmods.com/baldursgate3/mods/132 Padme's BG3 Tutorials and Modding Resources]
* [https://www.nexusmods.com/baldursgate3/mods/132 Padme's BG3 Tutorials and Modding Resources] by Padme4000
** Includes Eye Color Template, Hair Color Template, New Head Template, Tattoo and Makeup Template, and Localization Template.
** Includes Eye Color Template, Hair Color Template, New Head Template, Tattoo and Makeup Template, and Localization Template.
* [https://www.nexusmods.com/baldursgate3/mods/400 Sample 3D Edited Equipment Mod]
* [https://www.nexusmods.com/baldursgate3/mods/400 Sample 3D Edited Equipment Mod] by AnteMaxx
* [https://www.nexusmods.com/baldursgate3/mods/278 Sample Magic Ring Mod]
* [https://www.nexusmods.com/baldursgate3/mods/278 Sample Magic Ring Mod] by AnteMaxx
* [https://www.nexusmods.com/baldursgate3/mods/249 Sample Equipment Mod]
* [https://www.nexusmods.com/baldursgate3/mods/249 Sample Equipment Mod] by AnteMaxx
* [https://www.nexusmods.com/baldursgate3/mods/294 Add Scars to Your Character]
* [https://www.nexusmods.com/baldursgate3/mods/294 Add Scars to Your Character] by labotor
* [https://www.nexusmods.com/baldursgate3/mods/1280 Dye Template as Optional File]
* [https://www.nexusmods.com/baldursgate3/mods/1280 Dye Template as Optional File] by Padme4000
* [https://www.nexusmods.com/baldursgate3/mods/4515 Custom Race Template]
* [https://www.nexusmods.com/baldursgate3/mods/4515 Custom Race Template] by Tripsadin
* [https://www.nexusmods.com/baldursgate3/mods/437 Hair Template]
* [https://www.nexusmods.com/baldursgate3/mods/437 Hair Template] by Padme4000
* [https://www.nexusmods.com/baldursgate3/mods/4148 Kay's CC Icon Template]
* [https://www.nexusmods.com/baldursgate3/mods/4148 Kay's CC Icon Template] by perseidipity


== Other Resources ==
== Other Resources ==
* [https://www.uuidgenerator.net/ UUID Generator]
* [https://www.uuidgenerator.net/ UUID Generator]
* [https://www.nexusmods.com/baldursgate3/images/594 Making armour icons]
* [https://www.nexusmods.com/baldursgate3/images/594 Making armour icons] by AnteMaxx
* [https://www.nexusmods.com/baldursgate3/mods/238 Custom Backdrops for Character Creation and Level Up]
* [https://www.nexusmods.com/baldursgate3/mods/238 Custom Backdrops for Character Creation and Level Up] by AnteMaxx
* [https://boundingboxsoftware.com/materialize/ Materialize]
* [https://boundingboxsoftware.com/materialize/ Materialize]
=== Colour ===
=== Colour ===

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