Smart Ammo for OpenMW-Lua

⭐ ⭐ (139 endorsements) 📥 27,199 downloads 📌 v1.1 📅 5/20/2022
⚪ Last updated 2022

By johnnyhostile · Gameplay

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 6/27/2022 📅 Created: 5/20/2022
⚠️ Install Order · 3 steps
1🛠️ MWSE — Morrowind Script Extender Download ↗
2🔧 MCP — Morrowind Code Patch Download ↗
3📦 OpenMW-Lua Find it →

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 0.5% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #80 of 372 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Ammo autoequip while bow/crossbow/thrown weapon readied. It will remember and prefer last hand-picked ammo if pressing Alt while equipping it. An OpenMW-Lua port of abot's original. Special thanks to abot for giving me an OK to do this port.

Report A Problem

If you've found an issue with this mod, or if you simply have a question, please use one of the following ways to reach out:

  • []Make a post here on Nexus

    []Open an issue on GitLab

    []Email smart-ammo at modding-openmw.com

    []Contact me on Discord: johnnyhostile#6749

    []Contact me on Libera.chat IRC: johnnyhostile

    Requires OpenMW 0. 48 (development build) or newer!

    • []Auto-equips the correct ammo when a marksman-type weapon is equipped...

      []... and when your current ammo runs out, it's auto-restocked with another of the correct type (if you have any).

      [] Settings menu allows toggling messages on or off (on by default).

    Part of the May Modathon Month

    Please check out my other OpenMW-Lua mods!

    Action Camera Swap

    Marksman's Eye

    NCGDMW Lua Edition

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Smart Ammo for OpenMW-Lua is a gameplay mod that automatically equips ammunition when you ready a bow, crossbow, or thrown weapon. It remembers your last hand-picked ammo if you press Alt while equipping it. This is an OpenMW-Lua port of Abot's original mod, offering a quality-of-life improvement for ranged combat.

✨ Key Features

Automatically equips ammo when bow, crossbow, or thrown weapon is readied.
Remembers and prefers last hand-picked ammo when pressing Alt while equipping.
OpenMW-Lua port of Abot's original Smart Ammo mod.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Saves time and frustration by auto-equipping ammo, so you never fire empty.
  • Smart memory feature: press Alt to lock in your preferred ammo type.
  • Solid community trust with 139 endorsements and 27k downloads.

⚠️ Cons

  • Requires OpenMW-Lua, so it won't work on the original Morrowind engine.
  • Last updated in 2022, so may not be compatible with newer OpenMW versions.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Morrowind players using OpenMW who are tired of manually switching arrows or bolts. If you play a ranged character, this mod is a must-have. Skip if you're on the original engine or prefer vanilla ammo management.
📦 Install:Medium· 5-10 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure you have OpenMW-Lua installed and enabled before adding this mod.
  • Test with a bow and different ammo types to see the auto-equip in action.
  • Use the Alt key while equipping ammo to set your preferred type for future draws.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Morrowind Mods
Author
johnnyhostile
Version
1.1
Downloads
27,199
Endorsements
139
Category
Gameplay
Created
5/20/2022
Updated
6/27/2022

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