Wooden Bow Names

oblivion — Mods & Enhancements

Renames all Iron and Steel bows to more logical wooden names in Oblivion, including those from Shivering Isles. A simple, lore-friendly cosmetic tweak for players who find the original names immersion-breaking. With 865 endorsements and 64,330 downloads, it's a popular quality-of-life mod.

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Syntax

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Downloads: 64,330 | Endorsements: 865

💡 Notes

By PushTheWinButton | v1.0.0 | 865 endorsements

🎯 Tips & Tricks

Since it's a simple rename mod, just drop the files into you

Since it's a simple rename mod, just drop the files into your Data folder and enable the esp in your mod manager.

If you use other mods that alter bow names, load this one af

If you use other mods that alter bow names, load this one after them to ensure its names take priority.

Check the mod's comments for any reported conflicts with pop

Check the mod's comments for any reported conflicts with popular overhaul mods like Oscuro's Oblivion Overhaul.

🔧 Troubleshooting

Mod not working

Check load order and required dependencies. Read the full mod description.

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Installing multiple mods that modify the same files without checking compatibility

👍 Pros

Community favorite with 865 endorsements and over 64k downloads.
Simple, no-fuss mod that does exactly what it says.
Improves immersion without changing gameplay or balance.

👎 Cons

Only affects Iron and Steel bows—other bow types keep their original names.
No compatibility notes for other mods that might rename bows.
Last updated in 2021, so it may not be tested with the latest Oblivion patches or mods.

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