{"id":18116,"date":"2026-05-31T22:53:43","date_gmt":"2026-05-31T19:53:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vpesports.com\/minecraft\/mods\/arch-bows\/"},"modified":"2026-05-31T22:53:43","modified_gmt":"2026-05-31T19:53:43","slug":"arch-bows","status":"publish","type":"mod","link":"https:\/\/vpesports.com\/minecraft\/mods\/arch-bows\/","title":{"rendered":"Arch Bows"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>![Alt text](https:\/\/cdn.discordapp.com\/attachments\/997138383132426261\/1008078289291706449\/Arch_Bows_copy1.png)<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align:center\"><span >  <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/img.shields.io\/badge\/license-all_rights_reserved-brightgreen?style=for-the-badge&#038;color=yellow\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/img.shields.io\/github\/stars\/melvinb14?style=for-the-badge&#038;logo=github&#038;color=yellow\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/img.shields.io\/youtube\/channel\/subscribers\/UCs5v2vmCIYCHoVc2Q9wz8oA?style=for-the-badge&#038;logo=YouTube&#038;logoColor=red&#038;color=yellow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/img.shields.io\/youtube\/channel\/views\/UCs5v2vmCIYCHoVc2Q9wz8oA?style=for-the-badge&#038;logo=youtube&#038;logoColor=red&#038;color=yellow\">  <\/span><br \/>\n<span ><br \/>\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/img.shields.io\/modrinth\/dt\/64a2C8ie?style=for-the-badge&#038;logo=Modrinth&#038;logoColor=green&#038;color=yellow\"><br \/>\n<a ><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/img.shields.io\/badge\/available_for-1.20%20%7C%201.19%20%7C%201.18-brightgreen?style=for-the-badge&#038;color=yellow\"><\/a><br \/>\n  <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/img.shields.io\/curseforge\/dt\/644493?style=for-the-badge&#038;logo=CurseForge&#038;logoColor=orange&#038;color=yellow\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>### ***About Arch Bows***<\/p>\n<p>Arch Bows is a vanilla-styled expansion that introduces an array of new bows and crossbows, each possessing unique velocity characteristics, adding depth and strategy to ranged combat within the game.<\/p>\n<details>\n<summary>Weapons:<\/summary>\n<p>1. Short bow<br \/>\n2. Recurve bow<br \/>\n3. Flat bow<br \/>\n4. Long bow<br \/>\n5. Arbalest<br \/>\n6. Heavy Crossbow<br \/>\n7. Pistol Crossbow<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<p><iframe width=height=\"358\" width=\"638\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/eGeLBGiWq5E\"><br \/>\n<\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>&#8212;<br \/>\n### ***Features***<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<br \/>\nVariety of Bows\/Crossbows: Discover a stunning array of bows\/crossbows, from the swift &#8220;Short Bow&#8221; to the mighty &#8220;Arbalest&#8221; Each bow\/crossbows offers distinct advantages and challenges, allowing you to tailor your arsenal to your playstyle.<\/p>\n<p>Balanced Gameplay: The mod strives for balance, ensuring that no single bow or crossbow becomes overpowered. Each weapon has its strengths and weaknesses, encouraging players to experiment and adapt their tactics.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0&#8212;<\/p>\n<p>### ***Features planned***<br \/>\n&#8211; New Weapons<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Bolts<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0&#8212;<\/p>\n<p>### ***Mod compatibility***<br \/>\n&#8211; JEI\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Serene Seasons\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Config file for customization<\/p>\n<p>Note that not all modded enchants work<\/p>\n<p>Minecraft bug: If arrow velocity exceeds a certain amount, then the arrow tracer will not reflect the trajectory of the arrow correctly. <\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0&#8212;<\/p>\n<p>### ***FAQ***<\/p>\n<p>**Q: Can I use your mod in my modpack?**<br \/>\nA: Absolutely!<\/p>\n<p>**Q: Can I make a texturepack\/resoursepack for your mod?**<br \/>\nA: Yes, I would appreciate it if you credit this page<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<br \/>\n**Q: Will you update the mod with content\/update to the newer versions?**<br \/>\nA: Yes.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<br \/>\n**Q: Backport to older versions?**<br \/>\nA: No, it is better that I focus on the newer versions.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<br \/>\n**Q: I&#8217;ve seen your mod on other sites. 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