In vanilla Kenshi , there are no "official" preset slots like in Skyrim . Instead, a preset is a specific data string saved in your data folder. When you load a preset, the game instantly snaps the sliders (body size, head shape, scar placement, horn length) to match that file.
If you are looking for more variety than the vanilla options provide, many players use mods found on the Steam Workshop Nexus Mods Character Customization | Kenshi Wiki | Fandom kenshi character presets full
If the preset was made using a specific mod (like Community Part Map ), you must have that mod installed, or the character's face may glitch or look "melted." Essential Mods to Enhance Your Presets In vanilla Kenshi , there are no "official"
When you are in the character creation screen—either at the start of a new game or while visiting a Plastic Surgeon in-game—you can save your current configuration of sliders as a (.bod). If you are looking for more variety than
These are the standard starting options for Greenlanders, Scorchlanders, Shek, Hivers, and Skeletons. They are largely randomized each time you open the editor unless you have previously exported a design. Community Presets (.bod2):
This write-up covers the current state of character presets in Kenshi, including how they work, the best modded preset packs available, and how to create your own.