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Elden Ring Mod Prototype
A lightweight Elden Ring proposal prototype that turns an existing item into the custom Shield of Jasmine ring.
A lightweight Elden Ring mod prototype created for a proposal. I replaced an existing in-game item with a custom ‘Shield of Jasmine’ ring, updating its presentation—name, description, and icon—while keeping it consistent with the game’s tone.
Role
Design · Implementation · Testing and iteration
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Overview
The prototype replaces an existing in-game item with a custom proposal ring while respecting Elden Ring’s lore tone and interface constraints.
Resources
Tools
DSMapStudioInitial parameter editing and inspection; later replaced because of workflow and compatibility limitations.SmithboxPrimary parameter editing and final implementation.Mod Engine 2Runtime mod loading and in-game testing and iteration.WitchyBNDUnpacking and repacking FromSoftware archive formats as needed.UXM Selective UnpackSelective archive extraction to access game files when required.Paint.NETViewing and editing the custom item icon.
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Key Changes
- Replaced an existing shop or purchase item with a custom proposal ring.
- Created a new item identity: name, description, and icon.
- Ensured the item fits Elden Ring’s lore tone and UI constraints.
- Tested in-game for display correctness and stability.
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Learnings
- A core understanding of how game mods work.
- Parameter-driven iteration and UI dependencies.
- Packaging and in-game testing workflow for small-scope mods.
- Constraints-driven writing: matching lore tone within tight UI text limits.
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Executable Workflow
- Identify the target item ID and icon ID to override.
- Replace icon textures in the correct UI package paths: menu/low/.../MENU_Knowledge_[ICON_ID].tpf.dcx and menu/high/.../MENU_Knowledge_[ICON_ID].tpf.dcx.
- Verify in-game UI rendering by checking the item inside the inventory panel, including both thumbnail and detail view.
- Edit the item text data to fill in the name, summary, and description.
- Optionally add a talisman-like buff by assigning or creating an SpEffect entry and linking it to the item or talisman behavior.
- Package and test.
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