Weapon Animation (Nightingale Bow)

⭐ ⭐⭐ (1,607 endorsements) 📥 937,965 downloads 📌 v1.2 📅 6/27/2021
⚪ Last updated 2021

By saltmaxwellpshk · Immersion

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 6/29/2021 📅 Created: 6/27/2021
⚠️ Install Order · 5 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 ↗

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

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 0.2% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #10 of 179 Immersion mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Add an animation to Nightingale Bow.

Works with anime events.

No plugins or scripts are used.

Only the mesh is changed.

anything that changes the mesh of the weapon is incompatible.

Retexture mods are compatible.

Works with Weapon Draw and Weapon Sheathe.

See the video for animation.

ENB:Rudy ENB SE for CoT - NAT - Aequinoctium - Vivid - Rustic - Obsidian - Dolomite Weathers - ELE - ELFX - RLO by rudy102

Armour : DM BDOR Eclipse by Team TAL

hair:Yundao Hair with physics SSE

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

This mod adds a custom animation to the Nightingale Bow in Skyrim, enhancing immersion. With 1,607 endorsements and nearly a million downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking visual polish. Last updated in 2021, it remains a stable cosmetic addition.

✨ Key Features

Adds a unique animation to the Nightingale Bow.
Enhances immersion by improving the bow's visual presentation.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Huge community trust with 1,607 endorsements and nearly a million downloads.
  • Simple, focused mod that does exactly what it says—no bloat.
  • Lightweight and likely compatible with most setups.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2021—may not be tested with the latest Skyrim patches.
  • No detailed description of the animation, so you don't know exactly what you're getting.
  • Only affects the Nightingale Bow, so if you don't use that bow, it's useless.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want to add a bit more life to the iconic Nightingale Bow. If you're a stealth archer or just love that bow's look, this is a quick win. Skip if you rarely use the Nightingale Bow or prefer gameplay over cosmetics.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Since it's a simple animation replacer, just drop the files into your Data folder or use a mod manager.
  • If you use other mods that alter the Nightingale Bow's animations, check for conflicts and load order.
  • Make sure to have the latest Skyrim patch installed to avoid any potential issues.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
saltmaxwellpshk
Version
1.2
Downloads
937,965
Endorsements
1,607
Category
Immersion
Created
6/27/2021
Updated
6/29/2021

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