-BAAB- Better Arrows And Bows
⚪ Last updated 2016⚠️ 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
- 👍 2.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #5 of 99 Weapons mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
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____________________________________________________________________________________________________ DESCRIPTION :Bows and arrow damage Bows reload speed changed Crossbows and bolt damage Higher distance Price value changed
INSTALLER : Installer have different damage version, take that version you liked.
Max_Damage = 2. 0 --> Double damage from vanilla skyrim Medium_Damage = 1. 5 --> half from double or half more from normal damage
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____________________________________________________________________________________________________ DETAILED INFORMATION ABOUT DAMAGE : _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ PRO +++
With the mod it is now easier to shoot from the hiding place In close combat against warriors better chances to survive Higher critcal damage Bows reload faster Balanced damage _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ REQUIRED DLC'S:
"Dawnguard" dlc "Hearthfire" dlc "Dragonborn" dlc
If u have Skyrim Special Edition (All dlc included) _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ INSTALLATION :
Install this mod via NMM or ModOrganizer or copy content of .zip in your SkyrimSpecialEdition/Data folder. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ CHANGELOG v1_2_5 :
Different damage versions added (Medium = 1. 5, Max. = 2. 0) Added older versions (BAAB v1_1) FOmod installer updated
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________ NEXT STEP VERSION 1_3 :
Custom Arrows Crafting custom arrows with recept Enchanted a
This Skyrim mod boosts arrow and bolt damage by 50%, adds bows with faster reload and increased range, and includes all DLC arrows. It's a straightforward combat enhancement for archery-focused players, with 2,422 endorsements and last updated in 2016.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 2,422 endorsements and 83k downloads
- Straightforward damage boost makes archery feel more impactful
- Adds DLC arrow support so you're not left out if you own the expansions
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2016, so it may not be fully compatible with newer Skyrim versions or mods
- Damage increases might make the game too easy for some players
- Potential conflicts with other weapon overhaul mods that alter the same stats
For Skyrim archers who want their shots to hit harder and bows to feel snappier. If you're tired of plinking enemies with weak arrows, this mod gives a solid boost. Skip if you're looking for a complete weapon overhaul or prefer balanced, realistic combat.
💡 Beginner Tips
- If you're using a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2, just download and install directly—no manual file placement needed.
- Check your load order to ensure this mod loads after other weapon mods to avoid overwriting changes.
- Since it's from 2016, test with your current Skyrim version (Special Edition or Anniversary) to ensure it works; you may need to port it if you're on SE.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- InvictusDeZar
- Version
- 1.2.5
- Downloads
- 83,161
- Endorsements
- 2,422
- Category
- Weapons
- Created
- 11/14/2016
- Updated
- 11/29/2016
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