Astarion's De-Grinchifier
baldurs-gate-3 — Mods & Enhancements
Astarion's De-Grinchifier is a character customization mod for Baldur's Gate 3 that fixes animation bugs by switching Astarion's model to the medium animation LOD setting, preserving his wrinkle map and avoiding global graphics changes. With 763 endorsements and 27,197 downloads, it's a popular targeted fix for players experiencing Astarion's animation glitches.
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Downloads: 27,197 | Endorsements: 763💡 Notes
By Magnetuning | v1.1.0.0 | 763 endorsements
🎯 Tips & Tricks
Make sure you have the latest patch for Baldur's Gate 3, as mods can break with updates.
If you're using a mod manager like Vortex, drop the file into the mods folder and enable it—no need to edit INIs.
Test in a cutscene with Astarion to see if the animation glitches are gone; if not, double-check that the mod is active.
🔧 Troubleshooting
Mod not working
Check load order and required dependencies. Read the full mod description.
⚠️ Common Mistakes
- Installing multiple mods that modify the same files without checking compatibility
👍 Pros
- Community-approved with 763 endorsements and over 27k downloads
- Targeted fix that doesn't mess with your global graphics settings
- Keeps Astarion's face looking sharp with his wrinkle map intact
👎 Cons
- Only addresses animation LOD issues—if you're expecting more visual overhauls, this isn't it
- Last updated in May 2025, so it might not be compatible with future patches
- No detailed install instructions provided, so you might need to figure out the setup yourself