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NAME: Equal Love
Author: Kamajii (Majii)
Date: 26/03/2010
Version: 1.06
Category: Gameplay Effects and Changes
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WARNING - PLEASE READ FIRST
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This modification was made with the US-English client in mind and will cause compatiblity issues with any other client language. While you can still use the mod with any game client, it will show english dialogue (subtitles) for any character my mod overrides. I would love to support these changes in all languages, but at this time I'm not quite sure how to go about that.
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DESCRIPTION
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Based on the principle of jwvanderbeck's Free Love. Equal Love removed gender biased restrictions from various characters within the game opening up new rewards, interactions, and romances. With this modification, women will be able to have their kisses from Kaitlyn and Bella, bed the innocent Gheyna, couple with Anora, and even romance Morrigan. But fear not men, as you have not been forgotten. Men will be able to romance their beloved quirky Alistair and bed the hunter's apprentice, Cammen.
NOTE: This simply removed many of the unnecessary gender restrictions opening up new pathways to men and women characters. This does not remove any class or race restrictions.
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COMING SOON
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I am looking into editing the dialogue, altering the audio files, and resyncing the lip-sync to match any made changes. But at this point, it is very far away due to time constraints and human resouces.
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HISTORY
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v1.06 - 26/03/2010 - Finally fixed Alistair so that a male warden can rule by his side. And pleasently, this also carries on into Awakening.
v1.05 - 21/03/2010 - Opened up flirting with Dwyn in Redcliffe for males as well as giving females the possibility to bed both Mardy and Teli. Do note that while females can bed Mardy, it should not trigger the quest "Of Noble Birth" for obvious gender differences, this is intentional on my part.
v1.04 - 20/03/2010 - Hopefully fixed Bella (FINALLY). Get your kissing on!
v1.03 - 20/03/2010 - Added support for Duncan during the Human Noble Origin as well as the dialogue that takes place during the Prelude.
v1.02 - 20/03/2010 - Rewrote some lines for Gheyna so that the player's lines are more gender neutral to help keep immersion.
v1.00 - 24/12/2009 - Support for Anora has finally been added. female players should be able to couple with Anora as any male player would.
v0.97 - 23/12/2009 - Initial Release with gender neutral support for Alistair, Morrigan, Bella, Cammen, and Gheyna.
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INSTALLATION
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Unpack the file to your "My Documents/Bioware/Dragon Age/packages/core/override/" folder. You should end up with a folder named "EqualLove" containing the following files:
alistair_main.dlb
alistair_main.dlg
arl100cr_alistair_origin.dlb
arl100cr_alistair_origin.dlg
arl110cr_kaitlyn.dlb
arl110cr_kaitlyn.dlg
arl130cr_dwyn.dlb
arl130cr_dwyn.dlg
arl150cr_bella.dlb
arl150cr_bella.dlg
arl150pt_tavern_drinks.ncs
bdn100_noblehunters.dlb
bdn100_noblehunters.dlg
bhn100cr_duncan.dlb
bhn100cr_duncan.dlg
den510_anora.dlb
den510_anora.dlg
denpt_alistair.ncs
denpt_anora.ncs
genpt_alistair_defined.ncs
genpt_morrigan_defined.ncs
morrigan_main.dlb
morrigan_main.dlg
ntb100cr_cammen.dlb
ntb100cr_cammen.dlg
ntb100cr_gheyna.dlb
ntb100cr_gheyna.dlg
orz300ar_nobles_quarter.ncs
pre100_duncan.dlb
pre100_duncan.dlg
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UNINSTALLATION
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Delete the above files, or folder.
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COMPATIBILITY
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It is NOT compatible with any modifications that alter the above listed files. Due to the nature of override modifications, its just not going to work out of the box without combining both modifications into one.
Known incompatibilities:
Improved Atmosphere - overwrites same dialogue files. To make compatible, you can use everything except for the dialogue files that Equal Love uses.
The following files conflict:
- denpt_anora.ncs - Improved_Atmosphere_1_3-577\Improved Atmosphere\2. Modules\2.5. Scripts
- arl110cr_kaitlyn.dlb - Improved_Atmosphere_1_3-577\Improved Atmosphere\2. Modules\2.4. Dialogs & Stages & Cutscenes
- arl110cr_kaitlyn.dlg - Improved_Atmosphere_1_3-577\Improved Atmosphere\2. Modules\2.4. Dialogs & Stages & Cutscenes
- arl150cr_bella.dlb - Improved_Atmosphere_1_3-577\Improved Atmosphere\2. Modules\2.4. Dialogs & Stages & Cutscenes
- arl150cr_bella.dlg - Improved_Atmosphere_1_3-577\Improved Atmosphere\2. Modules\2.4. Dialogs & Stages & Cutscenes
- ntb100cr_gheyna.dlb - Improved_Atmosphere_1_3-577\Improved Atmosphere\2. Modules\2.4. Dialogs & Stages & Cutscenes
- ntb100cr_gheyna.dlg - Improved_Atmosphere_1_3-577\Improved Atmosphere\2. Modules\2.4. Dialogs & Stages & Cutscenes
Compatible:
Better Sex Cutscenes - Great mod, 18+, try it if you're old enough.
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KNOWN ISSUES OR BUGS
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None.
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Requirements
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DragonAge - PC version
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CONTACT
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You can contact me on the Bioware social site as "Azuraft", the Dragon Age Nexus as "Kamajii", or the DAMods.com website as "Majii".
Yes, I know I am a man of many faces. All the better to stare at you from within the shadows.
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CREDITS
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I'd like to thank my mom for giving birth to me, god for blessing me with a break between semesters so that I can fiddle with the toolset, and Bioware for creating Dragon Age: Origins.
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Distribution
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In order to support this modification, I ask that you do not repost it on sites without contacting me.
Greetings, Dragon Age enthusiasts. I am Majii, known in the gaming community as Kamajii, and I bring a wealth of expertise in Dragon Age: Origins modding. As an avid player and modder, I've delved deep into the game's mechanics, and my commitment to the craft is evident in the comprehensive modifications I've created, including the noteworthy "Equal Love" mod.
Now, let's delve into the details of the "Equal Love" mod, which I developed with a keen understanding of the game's intricacies. This mod, dated March 26, 2010, stands at version 1.06 and falls under the Gameplay Effects and Changes category. It's essential to note that my primary focus was on the US-English client, and using it with other client languages may lead to compatibility issues, as the mod introduces English dialogue (subtitles) for characters it overrides.
The core idea behind "Equal Love" is rooted in the principles of jwvanderbeck's "Free Love." This modification removes gender-biased restrictions from various characters, opening up new possibilities for rewards, interactions, and romances. Notably, women can now experience romantic moments with Kaitlyn and Bella, form connections with Gheyna, couple with Anora, and even romance Morrigan. On the flip side, men are not forgotten, as they can now romance Alistair and engage with the hunter's apprentice, Cammen.
It's crucial to clarify that "Equal Love" focuses solely on removing unnecessary gender restrictions, leaving class and race restrictions intact. As of version 1.06, I have made significant updates, such as fixing Alistair to allow a male warden to rule alongside him, extending into the "Awakening" expansion.
The mod's history, as outlined in the version updates, highlights my commitment to refining and expanding the experience. From fixing character interactions to adding support for new characters like Anora, each update aims to enhance gameplay while maintaining immersion.
Looking ahead, I express my intention to delve into editing dialogue, altering audio files, and synchronizing lip-sync to match any changes made. However, time constraints and limited human resources may delay this aspect of the mod.
To install "Equal Love," simply unpack the files into the specified directory, ensuring compatibility with other mods by addressing known conflicts. The mod is incompatible with certain modifications like "Improved Atmosphere," as it overwrites the same dialogue files.
As a responsible modder, I encourage users not to repost the mod on other sites without contacting me. This helps maintain support and ensures users receive the most up-to-date versions.
For any inquiries or issues, feel free to reach out to me on Bioware's social site as "Azuraft," the Dragon Age Nexus as "Kamajii," or the DAMods.com website as "Majii." I am dedicated to providing support and further enriching the Dragon Age modding community.
In closing, I extend my gratitude to my supporters and express my passion for creating immersive experiences within the Dragon Age universe. Together, let's continue to explore the vast possibilities that modding offers to enhance our gaming adventures.
