Archery Enhanced
⚪ Last updated 2017⚠️ Install Order · 5 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
- 👍 3.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #8 of 9 Skills and Leveling mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
General Changes
This mod changes the Archery level requirement for some Perks as also adds new ranks for existant Perks. It slightly increases the Marksman power, in general. It increases the critical chance, critical damage, slow time effect by zooming, the aiming range and bow draw time.
Features
New Ranks
Critical Shot Rank 4 Eagle Eye Rank 2 Quick Shot Rank 2 Quick Shot Rank 3 Steady Hand Rank 3
New Perk Requirements
Critical Shot Rank 2, requires Archery level 50. Critical Shot Rank 3, requires Archery level 70. Critical Shot Rank 4, requires Archery level 80. Eagle Eye Rank 2, requires Archery level 80. Quick Shot Rank 1, requires Archery level 50. Quick Shot Rank 2, requires Archery level 70. Quick Shot Rank 3, requires Archery level 90. Power Shot Rank 1, requires Archery level 40. Steady Hand Rank 2, requires Archery level 50. Steady Hand Rank 3, requires Archery level 80.
New Perk Values
Critical Shot Rank 2: Does 15% chance of a critical hit that does 20% more critical damage. Critical Shot Rank 3: Does 20% chance of a critical hit that does 40% more critical damage. Critical Shot Rank 4: Does 25% chance of a critical hit that does 60% more critical damage. Eagle Eye Rank 2: Pressing Block while aiming will greatly zoom in your view. Quick Shot Rank 2: Can draw a bow 50% faster. Quick Shot Rank 3: Can draw a bow 70% faster. Steady Hand Rank 2: Zooming in with a bow slows time by 40%. Steady Hand Rank 3: Zooming in with a bow slows time by 60%.
Installation The files ArcheryEnhanced.esp must be located at the DATA folder.
Uninstallation
Delete the file ArcheryEnhanced.esp from the DATA folder.
Thanks To:
Bethesda Game Studios.
Archery Enhanced is a Skyrim mod that rebalances the Archery skill tree by adding new perk ranks, adjusting level requirements, and boosting marksman power. It introduces ranks like Critical Shot 4, Eagle Eye 2, and Quick Shot 3, with increased critical chance, damage, zoom, and draw speed. Ideal for archer-focused players seeking deeper progression.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 378 endorsements and nearly 12k downloads.
- Adds meaningful end-game progression for archery builds with new ranks.
- Simple single-file install—just drop the ESP into your Data folder.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2017, so it may not be compatible with the latest Skyrim versions or other mods.
- Only affects the Archery tree—no changes to other skills or gameplay systems.
- Potential conflicts with other perk overhaul mods that modify the same perks.
For Skyrim players who main archery and want more depth in the skill tree. If you're tired of the vanilla perk caps and want higher-tier bonuses, this is for you. Skip if you prefer total overhauls or play other combat styles.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Place ArcheryEnhanced.esp in your Skyrim Data folder and enable it in your mod manager or launcher.
- Load order matters—put this after other perk mods to avoid overwriting changes.
- Test with a new character or respec to see the new perk ranks in action.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- Darth Animal
- Version
- 1
- Downloads
- 11,794
- Endorsements
- 378
- Category
- Skills and Leveling
- Created
- 5/19/2017
- Updated
- 5/19/2017
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