Friendly Ballista
valheim — Mods & Enhancements
Friendly Ballista is a small quality-of-life mod for 7 Days to Die that prevents ballista turrets from targeting players, tamed animals, and baby animals. With 167 endorsements and over 5,000 downloads, it's a simple fix for a common frustration, though it hasn't been updated since early 2023.
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Downloads: 5,295 | Endorsements: 167💡 Notes
By ByteArtificer | v1.0.2 | 167 endorsements
🎯 Tips & Tricks
Since this mod is just a file drop, make sure to place it in the correct Mods folder (usually %AppData%/7DaysToDie/Mods) to avoid issues.
If you're playing on a dedicated server, the mod needs to be installed on the server side too—otherwise it won't work for anyone.
Check the mod's compatibility with your current game version after updates, as it hasn't been updated since 2023.
🔧 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
- Solves a real annoyance—no more getting nailed by your own defenses (167 endorsements back that up)
- Tiny download, so it's a quick add to any mod list
- Straightforward fix with no extra bells and whistles to fiddle with
👎 Cons
- Last updated in February 2023—might not play nice with the latest game patches
- No install instructions or compatibility notes from the author, so you're on your own if something breaks
- Only affects ballistas—if you use other turrets, this won't help you