Penobscot War Bow
⚪ Last updated 2018⚠️ 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
- 👍 5.5% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #74 of 192 Weapons mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Penobscot War Bow
You craft them at a forge with the previous bow and some extra materials for the upgrade.
Penobscot War Bow I:
Stats similar to orcish bow (a bit higher damage and slower as its a heavy bow). Tempered with Firewood. Craftable under steel category requiring steel smithing perk with:
1x Sinew String (Crafted in the tanning rack with raw beef or venison)
3x Firewood
Penobscot War Bow II:
Adds Leather grip. Stats similar to elven bow (a bit higher damage and slower as its a heavy bow). Tempered with Refined Moonstone. Upgraded under elven category requiring elven smithing perk with:
2x Refined Moonstone
1x Quicksilver
Requires Penobscot War Bow I
Penobscot War Bow III:
Adds sights to help aiming when playing without crosshair. Stats similar to ebony bow (a bit higher damage and slower as its a heavy bow). Tempered with Ebony Ingot. Upgraded under ebony category requiring ebony smithing perk with:
2x Ebony Ingot
1x Firewood
1x Leather strips
Requires Penobscot War Bow II
Penobscot War Bow IV:
Adds two optional paints, black (1x Void Salts) and camo (1x Void Salts, 1x Bone Meal, 1x Fire Salts and 1x Hanging Moss). Tempered with Ebony Ingot. Stats similar to daedric bow (a bit higher damage and slower as its a heavy bow)
- Upgradedunder daedric category requiring daedric smithing perk with:
2x Ebony Ingot
1x Daedra heart
+ (optional) Paint Material
*Requires Penobscot War Bow III
Penobscot War Bow adds a new craftable and temperable bow to Skyrim. It can be upgraded at a forge or anvil, changing its appearance and increasing stats based on materials. With over 1,000 endorsements, it's a popular weapon mod for players seeking a new archery option.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with over 1,000 endorsements and 18k downloads — clearly a well-liked weapon mod.
- The upgrade system adds depth: you can improve the bow's stats and visuals as you progress.
- Craftable and temperable, so it fits naturally into Skyrim's smithing progression.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2018 — may not be fully compatible with the latest Skyrim versions or DLC.
- Only one bow added — if you're looking for a full weapon pack, this won't satisfy that itch.
For Skyrim players who want a new craftable bow with a unique upgrade mechanic that changes both looks and power. If you enjoy smithing and archery, this mod adds a fresh option to your arsenal. Skip if you prefer gameplay overhauls or need a variety of new weapons.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to have the required smithing perks to craft and upgrade the bow effectively.
- Experiment with different materials at the forge to see how the bow's appearance changes.
- Check the mod's page for any compatibility notes with other weapon mods or overhauls.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- FrankFamily
- Version
- 2.2
- Downloads
- 18,470
- Endorsements
- 1,007
- Category
- Weapons
- Created
- 1/14/2015
- Updated
- 4/15/2018
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