OzilsEyes

Cathalan Improvement Project
By OzilsEyes
 
What started out as a learning tool for myself, actually turned into quite a fun project... CATHALAN! Orange returns (Sorry!).
 
I was really eager to brush up on my TSL modding skills, I'm fairly new to modding in general. I'd downloaded Cathalan and tried it years back, realising I could never complete it & it was just a buggy mess. When I started working on it, I couldn't believe my eyes (not because of the brightness of the orange either!). It needed a LOT of TLC. It really had the potential when Jaevyn first released it, it was a new planet, new quests, new characters, new items... but, it was let down by the amount of bugs and to an extent, incompletable content.
 
I think I've now got it to a state, where it's actually a viable mod to add to your playthrough, If you've never actually completed the story, please take the time to do so, it's actually got quite a cool ending, which I enjoyed the first time I played through it after finally fixing half the quests. I firmly believe the community is driven by great ideas & great mods, the original creator, once had a great idea & tried to make it work. I don't know the history of Jaevyn or Cathalan, I know it's had it's rough patches, example:  copyrighted music.
 
In this post, I'll run through all the changes I have made, there may be spoilers to please, read at your own discretion.
 
Now compatible with:
TSLRCM
M4-78EP
Coruscant: Jedi Temple Mod
Expanded Galaxy Mod
 
Compatibility install with TSLRCM, M4-78EP & Coruscant will update the galaxy map to include 'Cathalan'. As the game restraints are 16 planet slots, this is not possible with the Expanded Galaxy Mod. To get around this, I have added an additional NPC who spawns on the Ebon Hawk, he has a shop (different items based on main story progression), medical table, some lore & fun dialogs. SM-K1 (Definitely not named like this because it looks like an abbreviation of my dogs name: Smokey)
 
On the expanded galaxy compatibility install, go to the security computer on the ebon hawk, choose 'Device Memory', a cutscene will occur where SM-K1's hologram will appear:
He will give you a list of uncharted planets, one being Cathalan which you will be able to travel to.
 
Installation:
Please note: You do not need to have the original Cathalan installed to play this mod, if you do have it installed do not worry just run the installation as normal.
 
Download the package, unzip & run the holopatcher.exe
 
Options:
1.       Install Cathalan Improvement Project - Compatibility with the base game + TSLRCM + M4-78EP
2.       Install Compatibility with Coruscant: Jedi Temple Mod - Compatible with use with Coruscant: Jedi Temple Mod
3.       Install Compatibility with Expanded Galaxy Project - Compatible with Expanded Galaxy Project
 
Choose your preferred option, then let the installer run. Start up your game.
It's advised to start a new game BUT it should be compatible with existing saves.
 
Uninstallation:
Holopatcher will back up your files when installing, you can use the installation / backup folder to re-place your old files.
 
Fixes, changes & additions
General Improvements:
 
Quests:
 
Level specific improvements:
451CAT - Keralt High Level
 
452CAT - Keralt Middle Level
 
453CAT - Entertainment Promenade
 
454CAT - Keralt Lower Level
 
455CAT - Warrior Base
 
 456CAT - Wyvern Base
 
457CAT - Eastern Dark Lands
 
458CAT - Matterson District
 
459CAT - Western Dark Lands
 
460CAT - Outsiders Enclave
 
461CAT - The Crypts
 
462CAT - Keralt Sector 51
 
New load screens:
All the old load screens were (terrible) not great, so as part of the release I'd created new upscaled versions, they're all 2048x2048, relevant to the area & look a lot better.
Please note: These are subject to change, I've updated a few already since release.
  
Overall, working on the project was very fun, it gave me a good insight into modding KOTOR TSL, which is what it was intended to do. I decided to share the project as it's actually quite a fun playthrough, it gives you the benefit of a few extra levels, some credits, items etc. There is so much more I would have loved to do with this but I didn't want to change it too much other than fix the bugs and add a few things.
 
Please, if you do like the changes I've made or the work that has gone into the project, drop me a comment/message. React to this mod / show appreciation
Most of all, use it! Have fun!

Legal Disclaimer
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All materials and copyrights belong to LucasArts, Bioware and Obsidian Entertainment Inc. & I own none of the materials and are not making money for this. Please don't upload this on other sites, I will handle that. You may request use in other mods, pending approval; any mods using the assets should credit all the below parties.
 
Credits:
 
Tools used:
 

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Animated Kolto Tank
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Description:
I've never liked the ugly Kolto Tanks in KotOR 2, I get the intention was to have dirty glass, but to the point in which you can't see through it and it looks disgusting - bit too far. This reskin enhances the Kolto Tanks with animated variations. Choose your preferred style from the included folders to replace the default static tanks.
 
Includes:
Several colours/variations of the Kolto Tank. New model with different UV maps, textures. 3 Loading screen variations for that level based on the texture you used. I decided to include this as the loading screen for that area is showing the kolto tanks. Different variations available: Static Reskin / Upscaled version of current. Animated Reskins: Blue, Yellow, Green, Pink, Red - Animated Bar at the top of the model. Black / Normal Skin - With only animated controls. Variations of Glass to choose from: Original (but transparent). Clean Blue. Dirty Blue.  
Variations:
 
Installation:
Choose the colour you want, indicated by the folder name. Copy all files in the chosen folder into your override folder. If you are using the default (Black, Blue Glass + Red bar) then choose them from the folder named '1. Override'. Choose the loading screen corresponding to the textures you used (if you wish to).  
Uninstall:
Remove the following files from your override folder:
plc_koltank.mdl plc_koltank.mdx plc_koltank_n.tpc plc_koltoglass_n.tpc plc_holoart1a_n.tpc  
Legal Disclaimer
All materials and copyrights belong to LucasArts, Bioware and Obsidian Entertainment Inc. & I own none of the materials and are not making money for this.
Please don't upload this on other sites, I will handle that. You may request use in other mods, pending approval; any mods using the assets should credit all the below parties.
 
Credits:
 
(Kotor Modding) Tools Used:
 

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Upscaled / Recoloured Plasteel Cylinders
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Includes:
Several colours/variations of the Plasteel Cylinder in the game.  
Installation:
Choose the colour you want, indicated by the folder name. Copy all files in the chosen folder into your override folder.  
Please note: If you had the original version installed, you will need to delete the below files from your override folder:
plc_koltank.tga  
Uninstall:
Remove the following files from your override folder:
plc_plstccrt.mdl plc_plstccrt.mdx plc_plstccrt.tpc  
Legal Disclaimer
All materials and copyrights belong to LucasArts, Bioware and Obsidian Entertainment Inc. & I own none of the materials and are not making money for this.
Please don't upload this on other sites, I will handle that. You may request use in other mods, pending approval; any mods using the assets should credit all the below parties.
 
Credits:
 
(Kotor Modding) Tools Used:
 

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Animated Plasteel Cylinders
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Includes:
Several colours/variations of the Plasteel Cylinder in the game. All animated with a 'flashing' grill.  
Installation:
Choose the colour you want, indicated by the folder name. Copy all files in the chosen folder into your override folder.  
Please note: If you had the original version installed, you will need to delete the two below files from your override folder:
plc_koltank.tga plc_koltank.txi  
Uninstall:
Remove the following files from your override folder:
plc_plstccrt.mdl plc_plstccrt.mdx plc_plstccrt.tpc  
Legal Disclaimer
All materials and copyrights belong to LucasArts, Bioware and Obsidian Entertainment Inc. & I own none of the materials and are not making money for this.
Please don't upload this on other sites, I will handle that. You may request use in other mods, pending approval; any mods using the assets should credit all the below parties.
 
Credits:
 
(Kotor Modding) Tools Used:
 

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Animated - Upscaled Workbench & Medstation
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New upscaled & animated texture for workbenches & medstations.
 
The .gifs in the preview are a lot faster than the ones in-game, I'll get some new gif's made up eventually.
 
There are 4 versions:
Workbench:
1. Orange LED around the table
2. (Original) White LED around the table
Medstation:
1. Blue LED around the table
2. (Original) White LED around the table
 
Installation:
1. Choose which version you'd like to use.
2. Drop the file (.tpc) into your override folder - restart your game.
 
Uninstallation:
1. Remove the file from your override.
 
Please Note: It has been reported that the skin is causing a short delay when loading into the level, I've investigated but cannot replicate the issue - if anybody has any ideas please let me know.

Legal Disclaimer
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All materials and copyrights belong to LucasArts, Bioware and Obsidian Entertainment Inc. & I own none of the materials and are not making money for this. Please don't upload this on other sites, I will handle that. You may request use in other mods, pending approval; any mods using the assets should credit all the below parties.
 
Credits:

 

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Khoonda Expansion Mod
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Features:
This mod unlocks 4 rooms within Khoonda, feature list below: Additional XP available to be gained Additional ‘Bonus Mission’ Training facilities Doors previously locked can now be accessed, 3 via Khoonda key, 1 via quest. New Quest Droids join the battle of Khoonda if they're activated
New rooms:
South Droid Defence Workshop Kaloopo's Quarters Training Room Additional Room left empty but accessible, it is used as part of the 'TSL Collectables' mod
New Characters:
3M-BR - Astro Utility Droid Wounded Militia Kaloopo Wounded Kinrath  
Installation:
Extract the files from the download, run the Holopatcher.exe installer.
 
Uninstall:
Holopatcher creates an uninstall / backup folder, please use this.
 
Legal Disclaimer
All materials and copyrights belong to LucasArts, Bioware and Obsidian Entertainment Inc. & I own none of the materials and are not making money for this.
Please don't upload this on other sites, I will handle that. You may request use in other mods, pending approval; any mods using the assets should credit all the below parties.
 

Credits:

Tools used:

Animated / Upscaled Metal Boxes
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A different version of my upscaled Metal Boxes, I've added a flashing animation to give them a bit of life
AUTHOR: OzilsEyes

Description
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There are several different colours, with a "Clean" & "Dirty" texture for the Box. I've not made every single colour but if you'd like a colour (or new design) making, let me know in the comments & I'll happily make it and upload.
Installation
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- Choose which version you want to use
- Extract the chosen "plc_metalbox.tga" file into your override folder
- Extract the chosen "plc_metalbox.txi" file into your override folder (IF applicable)
Uninstallation
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Remove "plc_metalbox" files from your override folder

Known Bugs
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No known bugs, there shouldn't be any unless you've got another file named 'plc_metalbox' (.tga and/or .txi) in your override folder.
 
Legal Disclaimer
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All materials and copyrights belong to LucasArts, Bioware and Obsidian Entertainment Inc. & I own none of the materials and are not making money for this. Please don't upload this on other sites, I will handle that. You may request use in other mods, pending approval; any mods using the assets should credit all the below parties.
 
OzilsEyes

TSL Animated Expanded Galaxy Map
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As part of the Cathalan Improvement Project, I made a few variants of the Animated Galaxy Map to release with the project.
 
I got a bit carried away and made several potential variants which I chose not to incorporate.
 
If you'd like any other versions making, feel free to reach out to me.
 
AUTHOR: OzilsEyes (DeadlyStream)
RELEASE: November 2024
 
Description
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There are 10 versions I've included in the release:
Version 1 - TSL (Original TSL Planets ONLY)
Version 2 - TSL + M4-78
Version 3 - TSL + Coruscant
Version 4 - TSL + Expanded Galaxy
Version 5 - TSL + M4-78 + Coruscant
Version 6 - TSL + Cathalan
Version 7 - TSL + Cathalan + M4-78
Version 8 - TSL + Cathalan + Coruscant
Version 9 - TSL + Cathalan + Coruscant + M4-78
Version 10 - No Planets (Just the map + revolving Ebon Hawk)
Installation
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- Choose which version you want to use
- Extract the "LEH_scre03.tga" and the "LEH_scre03.txi" files into your override folder
I may upload these to steam workshop
Uninstallation
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Remove "LEH_scre03.tga" and the "LEH_scre03.txi" files from your override folder

Known Bugs
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No known bugs, there shouldn't be any.
 
Legal Disclaimer
=================
All materials and copyrights belong to LucasArts, Bioware and Obsidian Entertainment Inc. & I own none of the materials and are not making money for this. Please don't upload this on other sites, I will handle that. You may request use in other mods, pending approval; any mods using the assets should credit all the below parties.
 
Credits:
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Thor110 for the Expanded Galaxy Project & Planet Icons (https://deadlystream.com/topic/6851-wipbeta-expanded-galaxy-project/)
Kexikus for the Coruscant Planet Icon (https://deadlystream.com/files/file/778-tsl-galaxy-map-fix-coruscant-addon-new-coruscant-icon-and-planet-textures/)

Ginger PMHC04
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As per a request made by @liamaugust, decided to give it a go - it's by no means perfect but looks 'ok' in game.

Description
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A ginger version of our favourite head PMHC04.
 
Check comments on this post for updated (better) dark side transitions by N-Drew25
 
Installation
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Drop all the files in your override folder.
Uninstallation
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Remove all the PMHC04 files from your override folder.

Known Bugs
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Only issues will be any other files you have that edit PMHC04.
 
Legal Disclaimer
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All materials and copyrights belong to LucasArts, Bioware and Obsidian Entertainment Inc. & I own none of the materials and are not making money for this. Please don't upload this on other sites, I will handle that. You may request use in other mods, pending approval; any mods using the assets should credit all the below parties.
 
OzilsEyes

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Collectables: Holocrons
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Install 14 ‘Collectable’ Holocrons across the game, each holocron will give you different temporary boosts to stats, different items and a little bit of XP which differs. This is a mini 'easter egg hunt' which you can partake in through your play throughs. Just a bit of fun.

Here is a short video, showcasing what the mod provides:
EDIT: After reviewing, I've changed the dialog to differ slightly from the video as 'You reach out and feel a pulling power' sounds stupid.

Key points:
Each Holocron discovered gives a different reward. Each Holocron discovered gives an interesting fact / short story about the area it was discovered in. There are 14 to collect throughout the game (This is set to increase to include planets such as: M4-78, Coruscant & Cathalan). One of every planet & almost every level. Short animations / some cutscenes included for immersion. 3-4 locations that are not usually accessible now opened up. Compatible with TSLRCM, M4-78EP, Expanded Galaxy Project, Coruscant, Cathalan (Expansions incoming).  
Compatibility wise, I packaged up with holopatcher, there should be no compatibility issues unless you've put placeables on the exact spots the Holocrons are OR have changed inaccessible door files.
The idea behind this was to use some of the unused / inaccessible rooms across the game, though I ended up placing a few of the Holocrons in some very accessible places.
 
This may not be to everybody's taste as you wouldn't expect to find a Holocron in some of the locations; however, I may change the model / naming / rewards to something more relevant in a future update.
 
Legal Disclaimer
=================
All materials and copyrights belong to LucasArts, Bioware and Obsidian Entertainment Inc. & I own none of the materials and are not making money for this. Please don't upload this on other sites, I will handle that. You may request use in other mods, pending approval; any mods using the assets should credit all the below parties.
 
Credits:
Tools used:
 
 

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Better / Fixed Czerka Salvager – OzilsEyes
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We all know how annoying the Czerka Salvager can be on our lightside play throughs. He sometimes decides to just stop dead until you run back, sometimes just gets stuck walking around objects or through doorways....
This patch will better / fix the Czerka Salvager in the Telos underground. Currently he gets stuck on objects, you have to run back sometimes – it’s not ideal.
Now he will follow your party, if he does fall behind or get stuck for whatever reason, will warp towards your party. The leaving script has also been fixed to accommodate my new script, it has been cleaned up & now has a check for combat before initiating too.
He now walks towards the door and fades out instead of sprinting in the same spot for 5 seconds before disappearing.

Install:
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Run the tslpatcher.exe, choose your root installation folder (NOT override).
Let it run -> Play the game
Please note: This will only take effect on a save where you haven't already been to the Telos Underground Base.
Alternatively, if you want to run this mod without tslpatcher, it will work in override.
 
Uninstall:
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A backup of your original 232TEL.mod file, replace that if you need to uninstall.
 
Legal Disclaimer
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All materials and copyrights belong to LucasArts, Bioware and Obsidian Entertainment Inc. & I own none of the materials and are not making money for this. please don't upload this on other sites, I will handle that. You may request use in other mods, pending approval; any mods using the assets should credit all involved parties in this release.

Credits:
OzilsEyes – Deadlystream 

Tools used:
tslpatcher
Holocron Toolset
KOTOR Scripting Tool
Special thanks to all creators / developers of these tools
 

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Change Gand in the Jekk’Jekk Tarr to Jawas
by OzilsEyes
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About:
This is a fun mod which changes the Gand in the Jekk’Jekk Tarr on Nar Shadaa to Jawas, this does not edit dialog, sounds or anything other than the model & name.
 
Requirements:
N/A
 
Installation:
Install the mod using the TSLPatcher, alternatively you may drop the files in the override folder but you will need to change the Alien_Gand_01 line to use the C_Jawa model in your appearances.2da file.
 
Uninstallation:
Change ‘C_Jawa’ to ‘N_Gand’ on Row 569 (Alien_Gand_01) in appearances.2da & remove c_jawa.mdl, c_jawa.mdx from your override folder.
 
Compabilitiy:
Everything, only changes appearance of Alien_Gand_01
 
Changelog:
1.0   Initial release
2.0   Fix – My noob self didn’t realise how KOTOR 2 worked when I made this, removed the UTC file & using only appearance line now.
 
Credits:
Mod by OzilsEyes on DeadlyStream
TSL Patcher by stoffe
 
THIS MOD IS NOT SUPPORTED BY LUCASARTS OR OBSIDIAN. USE THIS FILE AT YOUR OWN RISK. NEITHER THE AUTHOR OF THIS MOD NOR THE COMPANIES MENTIONED ABOVE ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGE TO YOUR COMPUTER WHEN USING THIS FILE.