Throwing Weapons - Death From Afar

skyrim — Mods & Enhancements

This Skyrim mod adds a variety of throwable weapons to your arsenal, including throwing knives, axes, javelins, potions, grenades, and a throwing shield. It's a popular choice for players who want more ranged options beyond bows and spells, with over 7,800 endorsements.

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Syntax

Weapons

Example

Downloads: 255,829 | Endorsements: 7,826

💡 Notes

By Madrilous | v6.0.0 | 7,826 endorsements

🎯 Tips & Tricks

Since this mod is from 2012, check if you're using Skyrim Sp

Since this mod is from 2012, check if you're using Skyrim Special Edition or Anniversary Edition — you may need to convert the mod or find a patch.

Try the throwing shield first — it's a unique item that lets

Try the throwing shield first — it's a unique item that lets you block and throw, perfect for a Captain America-style build.

If you're using a mod manager like Vortex or MO2, install ma

If you're using a mod manager like Vortex or MO2, install manually and place the files in your Data folder to avoid issues with old mod formats.

🔧 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 7,826 endorsements and over 255k downloads.
Adds a whole new category of ranged combat that vanilla Skyrim lacks.
The throwing shield is a standout item that lets you go full Captain Skyrim.

👎 Cons

Last updated in 2012 — likely outdated for modern Skyrim versions, may need patches.
Description is cut off, so you won't know the full feature list until you dig in.
No mention of compatibility with other weapon mods or DLC, so expect potential conflicts.

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