Kal's Marriage Candidates Portraits
stardew-valley — Mods & Enhancements
Kal's Marriage Candidates Portraits is a portrait mod for Stardew Valley that replaces the default portraits of marriage candidates with new artwork by kal. It includes portraits for Shane and Emily, added in a 2017 update. With nearly 4,000 endorsements and over 170,000 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking a fresh look for their favorite characters.
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Downloads: 170,072 | Endorsements: 3,995💡 Notes
By kal | v1.0 | 3,995 endorsements
🎯 Tips & Tricks
Since this mod is from 2017, back up your game folder or use a mod manager like SMAPI to easily disable it if it causes issues.
Check the mod's file structure—if it's a loose file replacement, you'll need to drop it into your Stardew Valley Content folder, but if it's a .xnb, use a mod manager to avoid overwriting originals.
If you're using other portrait mods, load order matters—place this one after others to ensure it takes effect.
🔧 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
- Huge community trust: 3,995 endorsements and 170k downloads show this mod is a fan favorite.
- Adds portraits for Shane and Emily, giving two of the most popular marriage candidates a fresh look.
- Lightweight and purely cosmetic—no gameplay changes, so it's safe to add to any save.
👎 Cons
- Last updated in 2017—might not be compatible with the latest Stardew Valley updates, so test before relying on it.
- Only covers marriage candidates; other NPCs keep their original portraits, which might clash visually.
- No detailed description or screenshots provided, so you can't preview the art style before installing.