An NPO Module - Crossbows
⚪ Last updated 2017⚠️ Install Order · 3 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 3.0% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #22 of 177 Weapons mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This mod aims to make crossbows a standard part of Skyrim, not an exclusive thing of the Dawnguard. It aims to fully integrate crossbows into every aspect of Skyrim, following all Vanilla standards (leveling, balancing, etc), and remove all traces that they were ever exclusive to the Dawnguard. It also aims to expand crossbows to be a part of every material set.
- For those who use ACE Archery noobzor has made a patch for this module which can be found here.
- Adds 10 new crossbows; Daedric, Dragonbone, Ebony, Elven, Glass, Iron, Nordic, Nightingale, Orcish, and Stalhrim.
- Adds 9 new bolt types; Daedric, Dragonbone, Ebony, Elven, Glass, Iron, Nordic, Orcish, and Stalhrim.
- Distributes crossbows and bolts to bandits, Stormcloaks, guards, loot, and vendors. This is done in such a way that NPC’s are given the correct ammo for their bow type.
- Adds crafting recipes for all new crossbows and bolts dependent on perks. The Stalhrim crossbow also requires you to complete a quest, just like the standard Stalhrim items.
- Changes the “Crossbow” from Dawnguard to be called “Steel Crossbow”.
- Disables explosive steel bolts. All explosive bolts are dwarven, unlocked during the Ancient Technology quest when you’d normally get steel.
- Changes all crossbows (including Steel and Dwarven) so they can be made at any forge, this includes bolts. It also covers explosive bolts once the Ancient Technology quest is complete.
- Edits the Steel and Dwarven bows provided by Dawnguard for better balance with new crossbows. All crossbows are balanced with respect to their bow counterparts.
- Edits all bolt recipes (excluding explosive) so that they match arrow recipes: 1 Firewood + 1 Material Ingot = 24 Bolts.
- Adds tempering recipes for all base and enhanced crossbows.
- Adds recipes to enhance all new bows once the Ancient Technology quest has been completed. These recipes require you to have a base crossbow in your inventory to show up, to prevent clutter in the smithing screen. They have also been standardised to require quicksilver for all bows. The Nightingale crossbow requires Arcane Blacksmith, and Daedric Smithing to enhance.
- Includes levelled Nightingale crossbows to match the Vanilla bows. When you receive the bow during the Nightingale quest line, you’ll receive the equivalent crossbow at the same time.
- Adds recipes for the Longbow and Hunting Bow that were missing from Vanilla.
- Adds explosive dwarven arrows, unlocked at the same time as bolts, with equivalent crafting recipe.
- Disables the Dwarven Crossbow, and Enhanced Dwarven Crossbow parts of the Ancient Technology quest. Now the first Enhanced Crossbow phase will allow all crossbows to be enhanced. Each bolt phase will unlock its respective explosive dwa
A lore-friendly crossbow mod for Skyrim that adds 10 new crossbows and 9 bolt types, fully integrated with vanilla conventions. Compatible with CCOR, with more compatibility planned. Available for Dragonborn or base game. Popular with nearly 2,000 endorsements.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 1,998 endorsements and 66k downloads — clearly a well-loved addition.
- Lore-friendly design means it won't break immersion for roleplayers.
- CCOR compatibility is a big plus for players who use that overhaul.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2017 — may have compatibility issues with newer Skyrim versions or mods.
- Compatibility work is 'forthcoming' but hasn't been updated in years, so don't expect more patches.
For Skyrim players who want more crossbow variety without straying from the game's aesthetic. Perfect for stealth archers or ranged builds looking to expand their arsenal. Skip if you want flashy, overpowered weapons — this is all about lore-friendly integration.
💡 Beginner Tips
- If you use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2, install via the manager to keep your load order clean.
- Check the mod page for the Dragonborn vs. base game versions — pick the one that matches your DLC setup.
- Since it's CCOR compatible, make sure CCOR is installed and load this mod after it if you use both.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- Daiyus
- Version
- 1.5
- Downloads
- 66,674
- Endorsements
- 1,998
- Category
- Weapons
- Created
- 4/3/2014
- Updated
- 5/10/2017
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