How to create Cute Character on Skyrim

Do you want to make your character on Skyrim better? Do you want to play as cute female dragonborn? Do you want to make NPC in Skyrim better? Then this guide will help you in achieving that goal.

Introduction

Skyrim is a great game. It’s supported with many mods that enhance your experience on Skyrim. Unfortunately there’s one thing I considered not good on Skyrim it’s that the female character look ugly in my opinion, whether it’s your Female Player Character or NPC. Of course beauty is subjective matter.

If you are reading this, then it’s means you agree with me that Skyrim’ female characters are not beauty. It’s easy to change their appearance on PC gaming. especially on Skyrim. I’ll explain my recommended mods to make the female character looks better also an optional mods you might consider.

Required files before adding mods

Before we start, I suggest you to Install the following mods/app.

• First, my guides will give the link where to download the mod on Nexus. You MUST register an account on Nexus[www.nexusmods.com]. It's free, so just with few clicks, it'd be done. Don't forget to download Nexus Mod Manager (NMM) because it's the best way to install (and uninstall) mods.
  
  In case you've never used NMM, Gopher has already provide the tutorial.
  
  
  
• After you register to Nexus, you must install SKSE. Download it here: http://skse.silverlock.org/ What is SKSE? You can read it here: http://steamcommunity.com/app/72850/discussions/0/810920325500493270/
  SKSE is important because it allow certain mods to work properly.
  
  
• Fores New Idles in Skyrim or FNIS is required to make certain animation/mods to work properly. Because some mods will freeze your character if you don't use FNIS. Just remember READ the DESCRIPTION before installing the mod.
  
  How to install FNIS: http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/articles/540/?
  
  
• ShowRaceMenu Precache Killer by kapaer should be installed to avoid CTD while in character creation, especially if you install hair mods.
  DL: http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/33526/? Install with NMM.

Face mod

In this section, I'll list my recommended mods for FACE.

1. Enhanced Character Edit (ECE)
The most important mods for face and chara creation. It makes character face, especially the dragonborn, better. This mod adds some new sliders, head parts, one race, and more natural makeup colors.
You should install this first using NMM.

DL: http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/12951/?
This add more menu (in the left) side which allow you to UNDO or REDO the change you did on character by pressing PageUp and PageDown.

[OPTIONAL]
There's similar mod like ECE, it's called RaceMenu[www.nexusmods.com]. In case you don't like ECE you can use RaceMenu.

Description by the modder: The RaceMenu was redesigned with the intention of using SKSE to allow for more in-depth customization of your character. This mod does not fix the problems with the internal class to this menu; it merely redesigns it and adds more features. Please ensure that you don't have problems opening the ORIGINAL RaceMenu before blaming this mod.


I prefer ECE over Race Menu because it has CM_Save feature that allow multiple save of your character and it has undo/redo button.

2. Univision face
Though I render this optional for you, but I strongly recommend you to install this after ECE. Don't forget to overwrite when prompted.
[Update] It doesn't really necessary to install this one if you already installed ECE.

DL: http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/14569/?
Using Univision face

Image is taken from Nexus. Made by the modder. Example of the girl without univision face.

[OPTIONAL]
a. Envision Face
Of course there's other face mods in NEXUS, Such as: Envision Face[www.nexusmods.com].
Univision mod and Envision mod are created by the same person (dd2501).
In short:
- univision: looks younger, cuter
- envision: looks mature


b. Pretty Face[www.nexusmods.com]
This is the first face mod I use on Skyrim since (as I remembered) it's released before univision. This one is pretty good, but in my opinion ECE is enough so you don't really need it.

One thing to remember, if you use this, please don't forget to add mod to make the man in game 'manly' because this make the male character lose it's manliness in my opinion.



FAQ:
Q: But I don't want that asian unrealistic looks like you did or like korean MMORPG. I want realistic looks
A: Don't worry, you can always change the character face like you want. You just need a picture of girl you like and create it in chara creation or use other people's save (or CM_Save) and load it. (more at "How to create cute character" section)

You can always stick to ECE and not using either univision or envision face mod.

[ADDITION]
Better eyebrow by hellosanta: SG Female Eyebrows
DL: http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/35327/?
Image taken from modder page on Nexus.

The Eyes Of Beauty
I decided not to make another section on this guide for EYE, because I think this is the best.
DL: http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/13722/?

Image taken from modder page on Nexus.

Don't forget to install this two mods that'll fix eye bugs and make the eye more realistic.

• Invisibility and Underwater Eyes Mesh Fix[www.nexusmods.com]
  
• Eye Normal Map Fix[www.nexusmods.com]

There're many other eye mod, you can always check on Nexus.

Body mod

There are many type of body mod, but I'll only put 3 best body mods. Of course you can use other body mods outside this guide. Remember to install only one of these.

1. UNPB REDUX
This is base on UNP [www.nexusmods.com]body and add bigger breast with option (slider) to change the size. UNP type body mod is more realistic than other body mod (especially CBBE). I set my female dragonborn boobs to appear lovely with her face, neither too big nor too small. You can set the size and the shape by yourself using the weight slider and breast slider on character creation (in case you have installed ECE).
DL: http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/37900/?

FYI there's an option to add underwear in order to avoid nudity, in case you prefer SFW one.

2. SeveNBase Body
The latest body mod for skyrim, supported by newest armor mod on Nexus. This one allow you to choose from Realistic breast to Fake looking breast. Want to make amazonian girls appeared on Skyrim, here's your mod.

Description by modder: A custom body replacer specifically tweaked to emphasis wider shoulder, bigger breast and full thigh to create what you call a sexy amazonian woman while not being overly muscular.

SeveNBase Options:

• Original :
  Based on SeveNBase 1st edition by Sevennity with a tweaked full soft breast and wider shoulder, supports BBP.
  
  
• Natural :
  Based on SeveNBase 1st edition by Sevennity with a tweaked full soft gravity oriented breast and wider shoulder, supports BBP.
  
  
• Cleavage :
  Based on SeveNBase 1st edition by Sevennity with a tweaked cleavage push up effect breast (for MODDERS who want to show off upper parts of the breast aka cleavage) and wider shoulder, supports BBP.
  
  
• TBBP :
  Based on SeveNBase 1st edition by Sevennity, supports TBBP.
  
  
• Bombshell :
  Sevennity's new body SeveNBase3 Bombshell v3.2 with more defined calves and slender knees, supports BBP. There are three versions: Nude Standard,Nude bounce+ and Bikini.
  
  
• Bombshell B-CUP:
  Sevennity's SeveNBase3 Bombshell v3.3 body, a B-CUP version of the Bombshell body.

DL: http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/36992/?


3. CBBE body
This is the most common used body mod due to vast amount of armor mod it's supported. This is your choice if you want to install a lot of armor mod that has not been converted to UNP, UNPB, and 7Base. In my opinion 7Base is a better choice in case you want sexyness.

BodySlide 2

Now with Bodyslide 2[www.nexusmods.com] you can create your own custom body. Especially one that is based on CBBE. Though I don't recommend this because if you do certain amount of changes to the body, you should do that too to the armor. So, that when your Player Character wearing certain armor there'd be no unusual shaped compared to the naked body. For example, if you love a very big breast woman and make your Player Character that way, then you wear a vanilla armor. The big breast would be gone in vanilla armor.

That's why I recommend you either to use certain body mod with the right replacer or create the body you want and also create the armor replacer for that custom body.
image taken from modder page.

Pregnant Body Mod

In case you are using pregnancy mod you may consider reading tutorial how to make pregnant body for Skyrim here[lowegulefigure.com].

Skin Textures Mod

I recommend SG FEMALE TEXTURE RENEWAL because of it's HD texture and the detail of "certain body part" (I mean, sorry, genitalia).

Image taken from modder page on Nexus.
DL: http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/35267/? Install with NMM

Follow this steps for better result

• Install the main mod through NMM. Choose CBBE if you use CBBE body. Choose SG Textures Renewal UNP if you use UNP, UNPB, or 7Base body.
  
• Download "SG Textures UNP/CBBE Options" manually.
  
• Extract the file and choose the one you like.
  
  Maybe you prefer the one with pubic hair, or scar.
  
  I recommend you choose the 4K texture and Smooth body. Make each folder into RAR or 7Zip then add them to NMM.
  
  In NMM, look for mods TAB, and in the left menu, choose 'Add mods from file' and add those two files.
  
  Why I only recommend those two, because there's better pubic hair mod if you prefer girl with pubic hair. But if you prefer the one provided by the modder in that option; then, just add it.
  
• Done.

Better Pubic Hair:

• Auto-unequipping 3D meshed female pubic hair (CBBE) 0.1[www.loverslab.com]
  
• Color changing unp/unpb 3D meshed pubic hair[www.loverslab.com]
  
• The Painted Lady *REDONE* - Color Matching Pubic Hairs 1.1[www.loverslab.com] -> Compatible with all body mod as far as I know

Use only one pubic hair mod I mentioned above, don't install all three.

BODY OPTION

Now with body option you can customize your Player Character's skin more than ever. Add bigger areola, add any shape of pubic hair, mole, etc. It's all posible with Body Option.

If you are using SG Female Texture and want to have better pubic hair and/or areola (in my opinion), I suggest you to install the SG Texture's optional, the one without pubic, and also the smooth body. Then open body option and choose the shape of pubic hair and/or the shape and color of the areola/nipple.
DL: http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/27352/?

OTHER SKIN TEXTURE

There are several skin texture mods available on Nexus, few of them are:
a. Mature skin texture[www.nexusmods.com]
I've tried this one, it looks good but unfortunately my character looks older.

This is recommended for those who like mature woman and don't like character in my screenshot.



Images taken from modder page on Nexus.

b. Real Girls Realistic Body Texture[www.nexusmods.com]

Image taken from modder page on Nexus.

c. Coverwomen [www.nexusmods.com]

Image taken from modder page on Nexus.

d. Women of Skyrim[www.nexusmods.com]

Image taken from modder page on Nexus.

If I were to rank this skin mods, after SG Texture, I'd say that Women of Skyrim is #2 and Mature Skin #3, with coverwomen being the last.

You can see the comparison here:
Comparison image taken by overwriting the existing SG Texture Pack with other 4 skin mods and taken the SS one by one for each skin mod. No ENB is used.

e. Fair Skin Complexion[www.nexusmods.com]
Image taken from modder page on Nexus.

Once was my favorite skin texture until I stop playing Skyrim. After I bought the Legendary Edition on Steam Sale and play Skyrim again, it's no longer available on Nexus, so I search for alternative and I found that SG texture is a great one. Later it's resurfaced and become another great alternative for SG Skin Texture.

You can see the comparison below and decide it for yourself.
Uncensored (NSFW) -> http://i.imgur.com/EwrW7RI.jpg
[UPDATE] This image above represent the older version of Fair Skin Complexion. The latest version looks better (than the older one) and suitable for young final fantasy like character.

[IMPORTANT]
You should install No More Ugly Bronze Shine[www.nexusmods.com] after the skin mod and overwrite when prompted.

If you find what the modder had: "I found it somewhat strange whenever I entered a shadow, readied a spell or used an alchemy station, (enchanting station, blacksmith table) that my character's skin would glow a sickly bronze or develop weird shiny lines." then you should install this.

Hair mod

There are many hair mods, I recommend 2 of my favorites:

1. SG Hair Pack (268) Edition
This is one of the best hair mod for Skyrim. You can see the review of the hair here: http://dragonporn.ldblog.jp/archives/6963831.html

I'm sorry that I can't provide the download link for the 268 ver. as it was taken down by the author due to complain from original moder of some hair style it included. In case you want to install that I recommend you to google this keyword: "SG Hair Pack 268 by HelloSanta" in google, you will find it.

SG Hair review by UnrealSkyrim. Don't forget to subscribe him if you like.

2. ApachiiSkyHair
Another hair mods that adds ton of hair. I recommend this because NPC overhaul would be better with this mods, since the creator of SG Hair Pack doesn't share his mod on Nexus.

ApachiiSkyHair review by insane0hflex. Don't forget to subscribe him if you like.

There are many other hair mod that you can always search on Nexus or just simply see the review at dragonporn[dragonporn.ldblog.jp].

3. KS Hairdos 400

Download here[www.girlplaysgame.com].

Pubic hair mod

If you want your player character to have pubic hair you can add it either by using skin texture with pubic hair or by using 3d meshes.

• If you want to use 3d meshes mod for pubic hair, you should install "The Painted Lady *REDONE* - Color Matching Pubic Hairs 1.1". Google it to find the source.
  
• Download "MAIN_PaintedLady_REDONE_v1.1-20141021.7z"
  
• Install mod with NMM.

Animation

Why animation is important? Because one doesn't simply being cute when he act like a man, walk like a man, etc. That's why I strongly recommend you to install this mod. If you were asked to overwrite just press YES to all.

Most of feminine animation mods are created by Xp32, therefore I will only add his mod to this guide.

1. Feminine Running and New Dash Animation
Modder description: When it say feminine, I mean it. You may experience the image of girls next door was running while worrying whether she have broken nails at the moment alduin trying to catch on her back.
DL: http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/11447/?

2. New Animation for Magic Casting
This make the magic casting animation better and suitable for female character.
DL: http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/28428/?

3. New Animation for Running with Bow
Modder description: Ever annoyed with vanilla bow running style. Somehow it's comparable to typical of "orang utan" walking style. Always trying other mod that replace it but not suit to your taste? Try this one if you desperate enough.... It solve the problem..In my case of course.
DL:http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/16975/?

4. XP32 Maximum Skeleton -XPMS
Avoid the chance of CTD after installing an armor mod such as those for UNPB by installing these for the last. Don't forget to tick the ECE option in the menu (when installing). Overwrite if prompted.
DL: http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/26800/?

Or simply install All in one animation by Xp32 to get all his awesome animation. DL: http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/29622/?
How to do it? Use NMM, just like previous mods.

If you use "XP32 New Animation Package" make sure to uncheck the PCEA option or choose vanilla when installing. And for all Animation mod by XP32, you must use FNIS by opening "GenerateFNISforUsers.exe" at X:\...\Steam\steamapps\common\Skyrim\Data\tools\GenerateFNIS_for_Users
Check any box which has the name of mod you installed. For more info please see the complete Tutorial how to use FNIS here: http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/articles/540/?

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Other animation mods can checked and download from Nexus.

HDT Animation

I create this section because it's completely optional but very recommended. When you visit Skyrim Nexus and/or Loverslab there's a new mod that's known by the name HDT.

AFAIK, it comprise of:
- HDT Physics Extensions[www.nexusmods.com]
- HDT HighHeels System[www.nexusmods.com]

HDT Physics Extensions is an SKSE plugin that applies the existing Havok physics engine to other uses in skyrim. Swishing hair, flowing skirts, or the ever popular bouncing boobs.

When Skyrim was originally released, the extent of the use of the Havok physics engine was restricted to things bouncing around; whether dead bodies, the odd skull, or a room full of weapons. If you wanted a cape that flowed when you ran, it would have been an animation that detailed the movement. While this simulates realism, it isn't realism.

HDT Physics Extension alleviates the problems associated with animation by actually using the physics engine that is part of the retail game. Through some creative use of SKSE, HydrogensaysHDT (the author of the Physics Extension plugin) has provided a set of tools that create game physics objects that interact and respond to the world around them. A ponytail can bounce off a womans back, a cape can flow in any direction and boobs can bounce around and react to touch. (hydrogensayshdt)

Below are videos presentation of HDT Physic and HDT Breast And Butt Physics by threedeedevil

Please install the HDT Physics Extensions first with NMM, then install "HDT Breast And Butt Physics - TBBP BBP Supported"[www.nexusmods.com] by threedeedevil.

While HDT HighHeels System allow certain armor mod which utilize HighHeels Shoe to increase Player Character Height which give more immersion. Especially when you are using Short Female character like I did (Female Breton's height is less than Female Nord's height). But remember only install HDT HighHeels System if you have the mod that utilize that.

Alternatively use "UNPB UNP MTM Bodies HDT-PE patch NMM Installer[www.nexusmods.com]" by Mr. Trouble Makers. It works well with sexy idle animation[www.nexusmods.com].

How to create Cute Character

Yes, it's done! Horay... Since you have already installed the required mods, now your job is to create the cute female Dragonborn. There's 2 ways to do this. Create it yourself or use other people's character preset and modified it.

Make it from scratch

• First, choose the preset you like on Character Creation Menu if you play a new game or you can do it in game by using a console command. Press " ~ " on keyboard. Type "showracemenu" without quote [ " ], then here you go.
  
• Second, print or have a tablet pc or iPad with a pict of girl you like from as many angles as possible.
  
• Third, create the character, starting from the face shape, etc.
  
• DONE

You can make your Female Dragonborn Character as you want.

easiest way
"Damn! It's too hard, I can't do that!". If you think that way, just go to Nexus or other site and find other save file and move the face using "face transfer app". Or find someone who upload their "CME_save". And copy the contents to "C:\Users\[your name]\Documents\My Games\skyrim\CME_save

Open character creation menu, then in body tab, choose slot load, change it accordingly. Choose the one you like from provided CME_save.


This is another reason why you should use ECE, they have 'slot load feature' to load Chara Preset from other people's CME_save

Make other NPC beauty

It'd awkward to be the only beauty among the beast . Then you should install the following mods.

1. Inhabitants of Skyrim - NPC Overhaul by Rops1981
Modder description: This Mod aims to improve the facial morphology unique NPCs and adds Apachii Hair to them. It also removes some dirt and some wrinkles. There is 2 versions to choose from, 1 with apachii hair and the other one without.
DL: http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/23755/?


2. TK Children by tktk
This simply make the children in Skyrim better not a potato-head children.
DL: http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/49756/?

Install this after TK Children: http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/50064/? for better realism.

3. Skyrim Beautiful Followers - SBF
Install this after Inhabitants of Skyrim and overwrite when prompted.
DL: http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/37861/?




4. BTRH Waifu
Install this after Skyrim Beautiful Follower.
DL: http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/53152/?



Install order suggestion for better NPC: ECE > Inhabitants of Skyrim - NPC Overhaul > BTRH Waifu (overwrite when prompted) > Skyrim Beautiful Followers - SBF (do not overwrite when prompted, select no to mod)
If you use 3 mods above (except for TK), here's the load order you should use:

• SBF All in one + DLC.esp
  
• EnhancedCharacterEdit.esp
  
• NPC_Overhaul_V_3_.eps -> the name could differ if you use different version
  
• BTRH_Waifu.esp

Recommended Site for Skyrim Mods

Visit my blog at

• lowegulefigure[lowegulefigure.com]

Mod Source:

• Steam Workshop
  
• Skyrim Nexus [skyrim.nexusmods.com]
  
• Lovers Lab

Mod List:

• Skyrim Mod データベース[skyrim.2game.info]

Mod Reviewer

• Dragonporn[dragonporn.ldblog.jp]
  
• Skyrim Fudohsan[skyrim-fudohsan.ldblog.jp] -> House mod reviewer
  
• Skyrim MOD TYPE[modtype.doorblog.jp]
  
• Mitinokuo [mitinokuoblivion.blog118.fc2.com]
  
• Brodual [www.brodual.com]
  
• Eiheispot (えいへいすぽっと)[eiheispot1.blog.fc2.com]

Mod Reviewer 18+

• エロMOD紹介 Skyrim(スカイリム) PC版 -> http://blog.livedoor.jp/skydb-adult/
  
• TDYK 542 -> http://tdyk542.blog.fc2.com/

Mod Reviewer on Youtube:

• Gopher:
  
• MMOxReview
  
• Vatiwah - Skyrim Mods: Boobs and Lubes
  
• SaioTV
  
• insane0hflex Skyrim Mod Spotlights, Features and Showcases
  
• BrodualDaily Skyrim Mod Spotlights + More
  
• Chayification
  
• olivierhacking - Skyrim Mod Reviews & more
  
• Skyrim Mod of the Day
  
• Skyrim Mod Spotlights by Join the British Revolution!
  
• BDMods - Skyrim Mods Daily!

Closing words

Thanks for reading. If there's any question don't forget to ask by leaving a comment. If there's suggestion/critic just let me know.

And... Don't forget to add VANILLA ARMOR MOD REPLACER related to the body mod you use.
For example, if you use UNPB just like me, install:

• Lore Friendly and SemiSkimpy Armors - UNPB-BBP by Statmonster
  DL: http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/37806/?
  
• Killer Keos Skimpy Armor Replacer - UNPB Version by RoboNixon
  DL: http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/34100/?

Remember if you want skimpy and sexy armor replacer, use the Killer Keos Skimpy Armor Replacer, but if you want LORE FRIENDLY yet fit the body mod, just install the "Collected Lore Friendly" by Statmonster.

For vanilla armor replacer for other body mods which I don't use/listed below, you can search the vanilla armor replacer in Nexus and Loverslab.

CBBE vanilla armor replacer: http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/12273/?
7Base body:

• Sexy Vanilla Clothes and Armors: http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/47477/?
  
• Sexy Vanilla Female Armor: http://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/34160/?

That's it.

[timinindiana]

This is late but I come back to this thread for advice on modding sometimes. It makes no sense or logic to play a game where you use violence and death like its candy but than you our offended by sex or sexuality in the game. You people have any idea how stupid you sound.

[Typhon Plume]

@lowe Gule Ah makes sense, and I can respect that.

[Lowe Gule]

@typhon plume: this was made LONG TIME ago. I havent played skyrim for years too.
So, anything here except the concept may no longer relevant.

HDT that I recommend, at that time, is fine to use and doesnt have any bad things happened on my playthrough. Note that this is before skyrim special edition.

[Typhon Plume]

Okay not offended by the pics, but yea no. For one thing beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Also alot of these mods, like HDT, are very very very buggy so I would not have recommended it to anyone unless they been modding for some time now and know what there doing. Even the person behind HDT noted that there mod should not be recommended anyplace for that reason. Regardless given the mod choices and personal choices here I can see why this guide made the top 10 guides to avoid list.

[timinindiana]

Thanks good information.

[namormrn]

Boy, lots of carping and bitching about scantily clad characters. Guess most of these people would be mightily offended by my modded Skyrim choices...too bad...

[F0X_H0UND]

this is supposed to be a game about being the chosen one and killing dragons

[Sorodon]

Great Guide on modding, would have helped me a bunch if I had known it earlier, but contains some really heavy sexism mate...
Ohh and one correction: UNP uses Vanilla Body meshes so its the body with the highest compatibility.

[Lowe Gule]

@despair I am sorry but this is and outdated guide (for the mod) the basic how to is similar but there'd be better mod that exist after I wrote this. Sorry if I haven't done any update.

[Despair]

You can't beat a racemenu face sculpted head, ECE is normie shit.