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About this mod
This mod switches the attributes of the T-60 and T-51, making T-51 the second best power armor in the game.
- Requirements
- Permissions and credits
Hi wastelanders!
This is my first mod ever, so I expect some problems I didn't consider. I probably won't do a lot of mods during my life, but I'll try to keep this one updated as much as I can.
Now let's see what the hell is that thing !
UPDATE 22/07/2016
- Added two specific versions compatible with Brotherhood Power Armor Overhaul by Bordraw (may he be praised for this great mod !) and an optional file that makes Danse Lightyear wearing T-51 instead of T-60. It was meant to use alongside BPAO, so it requires at least Consistent Power Armor Overhaul.
SO I HAVE TO ASK THE USUAL QUESTIONS ? OK. WHAT DOES THE MOD DO?
Thank you dear rhetorical interlocutor. It simply switches these attributes of the T-51 and T-60 : amor health, damage resistances, upgrade price and level requirement for the armor to spawn on frames. Lining, mods and paintjobs are untouched, so the NPCs still wear the same models than before and you still get a T-60 when joining the Brotherhood. Rejoice Fallout veterans, your favorite retro walking tank is back to the top !
WHY MAN ? DID YOU REALLY NEED TO DO THAT ?
Well... I love the T-60. I was a big fan of the T-45 in Fallout 3 so how could I hate a bulkier, more advanced iteration of this venerable ancestor ? Some might say "ololol lazy design gg Bethesda" but I don't mind, it's probably my favorite vanilla set of armor in the whole Fallout universe. <3
But to be fair, I wasn't trully satisfied by the way the T-60 has been implemented into the whole setting:
- I was desappointed by how common the T-60 was in the Commonwealth. The Brotherhood and the Atom Cats are all clad in T-60 armors and I got plenty of them before getting just one complete T-51 – actually it was harder for me to get a FULL set of T-51 than a X-01 one due to the spawn system ! |:^[
- I initialy tought it was just a redesign of the T-45. The T-60 rocks, but it doesn't look like the logical evolution of power armor technology after the T-51. When comparing the T-45 to its successor, you can see some clever evolutions in therm of design (rounder armor plates for better kinetic energy dispersion, compact pauldrons, shielded packpack, etc...) while the T-60 just looks like a T-45 with extra plating and some assets borrowed to the T-51 (articulated pauldrons). The main argument is that the T-60 took the best of the two models, but the T-51 is still better designed, more compact and has a very different look, so the T-60 looks a bit redundant.
TL;DR: No, I am NOT a T-60 hater or some whining nostalgic Fallout fanboy. The T-60 is awesome but for me it doesn't feel like the technological or esthetical successor of the T-51, so I prefer to see it as an improved and extra-armored T-45 easier to manufacture and maintain than the more advanced T-51. I made this mod for those who think the T-51 should be inferior to none safe the X-01.
This is just my personal taste and vision, I am fully aware of the changes made by Bethesda regarding the lore and I accept them. But hey, having the choice is precisely what modding is about. ;^)
WHY DIFFERENT FILES ? IS IT A TRAP ?!
Slow down my imaginary friend ! Since there are some conflicts between the mod and other ones I use (see the "compatibility" section) I was forced to make different versions of it. They are quite specific, but I'll die a happy man if they are useful for even one single player here. ;^)
IMPORTANT ! Some of these ESP files are standalones so you need only ONE of them depending on the mods you use.
Older is Better.esp (STAND) : Basic standalone mod for vanilla armors.
Older is Better – PAOE.esp (STAND) : Works with PowerArmor Overmodded Edition by Mcgan.
Older is Better – BPAO (STAND): Works with Brotherhood Power Armor Overhaul by Bordraw.
NOTE: I slightly modified the original files in order to maintain the logic of my mod, so Knight-Captains and Knight-Commanders now wear T-60 while Paladins, Paladin-Commanders and Star Paladins wear T-51.
Older is Better – BPAO &PAOE (STAND) : Works with both of the mods above.
Older is Better – 2LM.esp (PATCH) : Patch making the mod compatible with the 2LM option from Legendary Modification by teaLz.
2LM uses its own data for the armors' resistance, health and value, so these attributes are not modified by my mod and needed a patch. However, 2LM does not alter the data for upgrade costs, reparations etc. while my mod does. If you DON'T use this patch, your 2LM T-51 and T-60 will keep their vanilla resistance, health and value but the items needed for upgrades and reparation will be modified nevertheless.
Older is Better– 2LM & PAOE.esp (PATCH) : Same as above, but compatible with PAOE.
HOW DO I INSTALL THIS ?
This link may be useful if it's the first time you are modding something from Bethesda. :^)
http://wiki.tesnexus.com/index.php/Fallout_4_Mod_Installation
Once you know what files you need, just follow these steps:
1) Download the files you are interrested in.
2) Put the "DATA" folder into your Fallout 4 main folder.
3) Active the mod(s) using the Nexus Mod Manager.
Et voilà ! Enjoy your game ! :^D
IS IT COMPATIBLE WITH <INSERT YOUR 7358 MODS HERE> ?
Since I am a real noob with only the most basic knowledge about modding, I can only speak about my own experience based on the mods I use...^^'
Here is a list of known (in)compatibilities :
- Mods like Consistent PowerArmor Overhaul by Bordraw that simply add new paintjobs and don't alter the armor base form and the lining values (A, B, C, etc...) should work alongside my mod. If not, feel free to report and I'll try to fix that... or not. :^P
- Compatible with Legendary Modification (but NOT with the "2LM" option, so don't forget the patch) by teal_z and More Power Armor Mods by TheTalkieToaster.
- NOT compatible with PowerArmor Overmodded Edition by Mcgan and Brotherhood Power Armor Overhaul by Bordraw, so you need the patches.
If you experience bugs or conflicts with other mods, please tell me so I can update the list. ;^)
ARE YOU SOME DEGENERATE SYNTH SCUM ? I'M NOT RACIST BUT... WELL, THE INSTITUTE KIDNAPPING PEOPLE, NICE GUYS GOING PSYCHO...
Nope,French people. I know it's far worst, sorry. :^P That's a thing you must be warned about : english is not my native language so there will probably be some spelling/grammar mistakes on this page and my phrasing may not be very elegant. But I'm not too bad so don't worry, I should be able to understand your comments/requests/jokes about frogs, quick surrender and all the usual stuff we love on the Internet. ^^
CAN I STEAL YOUR MOD AND/OR UPLOAD IT ON BETHESDA.NET ? PLEAAAAASE ! <3
Of course ! And don't forget to make money with it ! :^D
Seriously, I have no problem with people using my work for their own mods or patches, as long as they credit me and don't upload it on other sites without my consent. ^^
I WANT YOUR STUFF ON MY PS4 / XBOX ONE / COMMODORE 64 / GRANDMA'S TOASTER. COULD YOU DO IT ?
I don't even know how to do this, so it will probably never happen ! XD
WHAT IS NEXT ?
1) Keeping the mod alive, fixed and updated. X^}
2) Making a standalone version of the mod compatible with Brotherhood Power Armor Overhaul by Bordraw, because I reaaaaally love it. Actually the mod is already on the way and is working well. However, I needed to make some changes in order to retain the logic of my mod, and I want the authorization from Bordraw before any release. :^)
DO YOU LOVE CATS ?
Yes, but do you really care about that ? 8^[
This is my first mod ever, so I expect some problems I didn't consider. I probably won't do a lot of mods during my life, but I'll try to keep this one updated as much as I can.
Now let's see what the hell is that thing !
UPDATE 22/07/2016
- Added two specific versions compatible with Brotherhood Power Armor Overhaul by Bordraw (may he be praised for this great mod !) and an optional file that makes Danse Lightyear wearing T-51 instead of T-60. It was meant to use alongside BPAO, so it requires at least Consistent Power Armor Overhaul.
SO I HAVE TO ASK THE USUAL QUESTIONS ? OK. WHAT DOES THE MOD DO?
Thank you dear rhetorical interlocutor. It simply switches these attributes of the T-51 and T-60 : amor health, damage resistances, upgrade price and level requirement for the armor to spawn on frames. Lining, mods and paintjobs are untouched, so the NPCs still wear the same models than before and you still get a T-60 when joining the Brotherhood. Rejoice Fallout veterans, your favorite retro walking tank is back to the top !
WHY MAN ? DID YOU REALLY NEED TO DO THAT ?
Well... I love the T-60. I was a big fan of the T-45 in Fallout 3 so how could I hate a bulkier, more advanced iteration of this venerable ancestor ? Some might say "ololol lazy design gg Bethesda" but I don't mind, it's probably my favorite vanilla set of armor in the whole Fallout universe. <3
But to be fair, I wasn't trully satisfied by the way the T-60 has been implemented into the whole setting:
- I was desappointed by how common the T-60 was in the Commonwealth. The Brotherhood and the Atom Cats are all clad in T-60 armors and I got plenty of them before getting just one complete T-51 – actually it was harder for me to get a FULL set of T-51 than a X-01 one due to the spawn system ! |:^[
- I initialy tought it was just a redesign of the T-45. The T-60 rocks, but it doesn't look like the logical evolution of power armor technology after the T-51. When comparing the T-45 to its successor, you can see some clever evolutions in therm of design (rounder armor plates for better kinetic energy dispersion, compact pauldrons, shielded packpack, etc...) while the T-60 just looks like a T-45 with extra plating and some assets borrowed to the T-51 (articulated pauldrons). The main argument is that the T-60 took the best of the two models, but the T-51 is still better designed, more compact and has a very different look, so the T-60 looks a bit redundant.
TL;DR: No, I am NOT a T-60 hater or some whining nostalgic Fallout fanboy. The T-60 is awesome but for me it doesn't feel like the technological or esthetical successor of the T-51, so I prefer to see it as an improved and extra-armored T-45 easier to manufacture and maintain than the more advanced T-51. I made this mod for those who think the T-51 should be inferior to none safe the X-01.
This is just my personal taste and vision, I am fully aware of the changes made by Bethesda regarding the lore and I accept them. But hey, having the choice is precisely what modding is about. ;^)
WHY DIFFERENT FILES ? IS IT A TRAP ?!
Slow down my imaginary friend ! Since there are some conflicts between the mod and other ones I use (see the "compatibility" section) I was forced to make different versions of it. They are quite specific, but I'll die a happy man if they are useful for even one single player here. ;^)
IMPORTANT ! Some of these ESP files are standalones so you need only ONE of them depending on the mods you use.
Older is Better.esp (STAND) : Basic standalone mod for vanilla armors.
Older is Better – PAOE.esp (STAND) : Works with PowerArmor Overmodded Edition by Mcgan.
Older is Better – BPAO (STAND): Works with Brotherhood Power Armor Overhaul by Bordraw.
NOTE: I slightly modified the original files in order to maintain the logic of my mod, so Knight-Captains and Knight-Commanders now wear T-60 while Paladins, Paladin-Commanders and Star Paladins wear T-51.
Older is Better – BPAO &PAOE (STAND) : Works with both of the mods above.
Older is Better – 2LM.esp (PATCH) : Patch making the mod compatible with the 2LM option from Legendary Modification by teaLz.
2LM uses its own data for the armors' resistance, health and value, so these attributes are not modified by my mod and needed a patch. However, 2LM does not alter the data for upgrade costs, reparations etc. while my mod does. If you DON'T use this patch, your 2LM T-51 and T-60 will keep their vanilla resistance, health and value but the items needed for upgrades and reparation will be modified nevertheless.
Older is Better– 2LM & PAOE.esp (PATCH) : Same as above, but compatible with PAOE.
HOW DO I INSTALL THIS ?
This link may be useful if it's the first time you are modding something from Bethesda. :^)
http://wiki.tesnexus.com/index.php/Fallout_4_Mod_Installation
Once you know what files you need, just follow these steps:
1) Download the files you are interrested in.
2) Put the "DATA" folder into your Fallout 4 main folder.
3) Active the mod(s) using the Nexus Mod Manager.
Et voilà ! Enjoy your game ! :^D
IS IT COMPATIBLE WITH <INSERT YOUR 7358 MODS HERE> ?
Since I am a real noob with only the most basic knowledge about modding, I can only speak about my own experience based on the mods I use...^^'
Here is a list of known (in)compatibilities :
- Mods like Consistent PowerArmor Overhaul by Bordraw that simply add new paintjobs and don't alter the armor base form and the lining values (A, B, C, etc...) should work alongside my mod. If not, feel free to report and I'll try to fix that... or not. :^P
- Compatible with Legendary Modification (but NOT with the "2LM" option, so don't forget the patch) by teal_z and More Power Armor Mods by TheTalkieToaster.
- NOT compatible with PowerArmor Overmodded Edition by Mcgan and Brotherhood Power Armor Overhaul by Bordraw, so you need the patches.
If you experience bugs or conflicts with other mods, please tell me so I can update the list. ;^)
ARE YOU SOME DEGENERATE SYNTH SCUM ? I'M NOT RACIST BUT... WELL, THE INSTITUTE KIDNAPPING PEOPLE, NICE GUYS GOING PSYCHO...
Nope,French people. I know it's far worst, sorry. :^P That's a thing you must be warned about : english is not my native language so there will probably be some spelling/grammar mistakes on this page and my phrasing may not be very elegant. But I'm not too bad so don't worry, I should be able to understand your comments/requests/jokes about frogs, quick surrender and all the usual stuff we love on the Internet. ^^
CAN I STEAL YOUR MOD AND/OR UPLOAD IT ON BETHESDA.NET ? PLEAAAAASE ! <3
Of course ! And don't forget to make money with it ! :^D
Seriously, I have no problem with people using my work for their own mods or patches, as long as they credit me and don't upload it on other sites without my consent. ^^
I WANT YOUR STUFF ON MY PS4 / XBOX ONE / COMMODORE 64 / GRANDMA'S TOASTER. COULD YOU DO IT ?
I don't even know how to do this, so it will probably never happen ! XD
WHAT IS NEXT ?
1) Keeping the mod alive, fixed and updated. X^}
2) Making a standalone version of the mod compatible with Brotherhood Power Armor Overhaul by Bordraw, because I reaaaaally love it. Actually the mod is already on the way and is working well. However, I needed to make some changes in order to retain the logic of my mod, and I want the authorization from Bordraw before any release. :^)
DO YOU LOVE CATS ?
Yes, but do you really care about that ? 8^[