Quote - Yes, the user has to have HHS installed for DS mats made with HSS to work.   However - because it came with the Elite skins almost everyone has it.

No, sadly, not almost everyone. Some are too low on income to ever be able to get it and some (gasp) didn't care for the Elite skins. Guess which I am? grin But I do so appreciate you giving advice on how to make them usable for DS3 Free version.