Greatbows Collection SE-AE

⭐ ⭐⭐ (4,338 endorsements) 📥 96,430 downloads 📌 v1.0 📅 3/27/2025
🟠 Updated over a year ago

By CourierSixOG - Ghostrecon123 · Weapons

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 4/5/2025 📅 Created: 3/27/2025
⚠️ Install Order · 6 steps
1🛠️ SKSE64 — Skyrim Script Extender 64 Download ↗
2🔧 USSEP — Unofficial Skyrim Special Edition Patch Download ↗
3🖥️ SkyUI — SkyUI (MCM framework) Download ↗
4🧩 Address Library — Address Library for SKSE Plugins Download ↗
5🔧 SSE Engine Fixes — SSE Engine Fixes Download ↗
6📦 SPID Find it →

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

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 4.5% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #65 of 82 Weapons mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Greatbows Collection AE

An edited port of Greatbows Collection - Warbow Mod by ghostrecon123

Adds 18 types of Greatbows and 20 types of Greatarrows which are bigger, heavier and more powerful versions of normal bows that can be crafted and found as loot if using SPID. To craft the bows you need the Greatbow Crafting Book (1 paper roll, 1 leather and 5  giant toes at the tanning rack) and the corresponding material perk.

Greatbows

Higher damage output than their base model

50%+ Stagger Chance at 50 Archery Skill

Heavier than regular Bows

Louder attack sound that will affect stealth

Slower draw and shoot than their base model

Cannot be enchanted

Can be crafted (and tempered) with base model bow and other materials. They require smiting perks according to their corresponding weapon material or Advance Armors Smiting

Greatarrows

Pierce armor like a crossbow

Edits

Greatbow damage output has been re-balanced

Stagger chance has been lowered to 50% (I am going to balance based on archery skill in a future update)

Meshes have been optimized

Crafting recipes have increased cost

Greatbow Types

- Greatbow (Longbow Style)

- Hunting Greatbow

- Imperial Greatbow

- Ancient Nord Greatbow

- Nord Hero Greatbow

- Orcish Greatbow

- Forsworn Greatbow

- Falmer Greatbow

- Dwarven Greatbow

- Elven Greatbow

- Glass Greatbow

- Ebony Greatbow

- Nightingale Greatbow

- Deadric Greatbow

- Dragonbone Greatbow

- Stahlrim Greatbow

- Nordic Greatbow

- Auriel's Greatbow

Greatarrow Types

- Iron Greatarrow

- Steel Greatarrow

- Ancient Nord Greatarrow

- Nord Hero Greatarrow

- Forsworn Greatarrow

- Falmer Greatarrow

- Orcish Greatarrow

- Dwarven Greatarrow

- Dwarven Firebomb Greatarrow

- Dwarven Frostburst Greatarrow

- Dwarven Shocksurge Greatarrow

- Elven Greatarrow

- Glass Greatarrow

- Ebony Greatarrow

- Daedric Greatarrow

- Dragonbone Greatarrow

- Stahlrim Greatarrow

- Nordic Greatarrow

- Bloodcursed Greatarrow

- Sunhallowed Greatarrow

= ORIGINAL NOTES =

- Thanks to Oriviath for helping me out with enchantments on V1. 1

- Auriel's Greatbow does not have "sunlight artillery" power when shooting the sun

- An Auriel's Bow is required to craft an Auriel's Greatbow but you can also convert your Auriel's Greatbow back to the original Bow version in a crafting forge, i made it that way to prevent people from making several copies of Auriel's Bows/Greatbows which is suppose to be a unique weapon

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Greatbows Collection SE-AE adds 18 types of Greatbows and 20 types of Greatarrows to Skyrim Special Edition and Anniversary Edition. These are larger, heavier, and more powerful than standard bows, craftable and found as loot via SPID. A popular weapon expansion with over 4,300 endorsements.

✨ Key Features

Adds 18 types of Greatbows and 20 types of Greatarrows.
Greatbows are bigger, heavier, and more powerful than normal bows.
Craftable and found as loot if using SPID.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community favorite with 4,338 endorsements and 96k downloads.
  • Adds a ton of variety with 18 bows and 20 arrows.
  • Bows hit harder and feel chunkier, perfect for heavy-hitting archers.

⚠️ Cons

  • Requires SPID for loot integration, so you'll need to set that up.
  • Might unbalance the game if you're not into overpowered weapons.
  • Potential compatibility issues with other mods that alter bow stats or leveled lists.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim archers who want a beefier, more powerful bow option without overhauling the whole combat system. If you're a completionist who loves collecting unique gear, this is a must-have. Skip if you prefer realistic, balanced weapons or don't want to mess with SPID.
📦 Install:Medium· 5-10 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure you have SPID installed and properly configured for the loot distribution to work.
  • If you're on Skyrim AE, check that you have the latest version of SKSE and Address Library for compatibility.
  • Use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2 to avoid overwriting other weapon mods.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
CourierSixOG - Ghostrecon123
Version
1.0
Downloads
96,430
Endorsements
4,338
Category
Weapons
Created
3/27/2025
Updated
4/5/2025

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