Skyrim is a game of exploration. To survive in this game, you have to keep your focus and stay calm amidst the chaos of any battle.

A majestic sensation runs through your body as the arrow hits rightly on the target. For that to happen, you need to equip the best Skyrim bow that you can find. These Skyrim bows make a lot of difference in your Skyrim game. Wondering are the best Skyrim bows that you can discover? Read on to know.

1. Stalhrim Bow

In Skyrim, the bow has two uses: one as a weapon for long-range attack, and as a bashing weapon during close combat like this one. Stalhrim bow has the advantage of absorbing strength from other Stalhrim crafted items. Thus, you can recharge your weapon’s ability. Stalhrim can easily be found in many common areas of the game.

The only disadvantage of this bow is low speed.

Where to find: You can quickly loot it from any of the chests. Glover Mallory maintains vast stock. Try creating one by completing ‘A New Source of Stalhrim’ quest.

Base Damage: 17

Encumbrance: 15

Speed: 0.56 arrows/sec

2. Dragonbone Bow

Dragonbone Bow undoubtedly has the credit of highest base damage. With just a single shot you can knock down anything. It creates maximum damage on your enemy. When you have a smiting level of 100, you can get this bow. This bow works exceedingly well on your magicka enemies.

Sometimes it takes a longer time to get a dragonbone bow. However, do not lose heart as it is worth the wait. However, you must also note that it is heavier than most of the bows but very effective. A good bow like a dragonbone bow can help you climb up levels faster and safer.

Base Damage: 20

Rate of damage per second: 15

3. Glass Bow

While picking a bow, you must consider the damage rate and speed per second. Also, while playing the game, you should use your smithing level for obtaining the best bow and always try to max out the smithing levels. Though rated only as of the second best, the glass bow has a speed advantage. It has a speed of 0.625 arrows per second when compared with the Stalhrim. You can quickly loot it from enemies as it is a commonly used bow in Skyrim.

Base damage: 15

Encumbrance weight: 14

4. Zephyr

In Skyrim, Zephyr is one of the most tranquil high-level weapons you can use. The effectiveness of any bow is proven by the damage caused in its first shot. Zephyr’s damage rate is ranked the highest in Skyrim. The speed of Zephyr is popular. It will work miracles if you hone your Skyrim skills. You have to enter the Lost to the Ages quest. Here, look for Katria’s indications and seek the bow.

Rate of damage per second: 22.12

5. Nightingale Bow

What charms you while using the Nightingale bow is the frost and shock damage. However, ensure that you have crossed at least the 46th level to get the best version of the bow. Only after this level, you get the best damage and a weightless version. For a beginner, forsworn bows are ideal while playing the initial levels.

Once you are comfortable with this, you can handle a nightingale bow efficiently. Try completing the ‘Blindsighted’ quest and earn the bow from Karliah.

6. Dwarven Black Bow of Fate

This bow has excellent damage dealing capacity. Chances of getting a Dwarven black bow is equivalent to how RNG works during the game. Consider yourself lucky to get this bow and increase your winning chances at each level. With each shoot, you can absorb close to 20 stamina or health. To obtain the bow, go to the Kagrumez gate, and collect all the resonance gems there. It will lead to the bow’s location.

Base Damage: 13

Rate of damage per second: 9.7

7. Daedric Bow

As a beginner, you need a bow with good damage and low weight. The daedric bow would be the right choice. It has low speed suitable for starters, so try to get the enchanted version of the bow which can be found in chests or legendary dragons. You can earn this bow after reaching level 47. Besides, a player should also specialize in where to search for these weapons correctly, do not leave any chest unseen.

You have good chances of landing upon a Daedric. Selecting a conventional bow like this one can help you, especially when your fighting skills are low. You can plan an imminent attack on enemies using a Daedric bow. You can loot it from a dead archer or also buy it from the black market. When having a smithing skill of 90, you can get this.

Base Damage: 19

Speed: 0.5 arrows per second

8. Firiniel’s End

The enchantment of Firiniel’s conclusion is quite impressive. When you want to rip the opponent of his energy, the bow comes handy. However, remember that you can score more only when the damage output of the bow is high.

One drawback of Firiniel’s end bow is that it has weak damage base. To get the bow, complete the Dark Brotherhood quest and subsequently, Gabriella will help you get the bow.

9. Auriel’s Bow

The most tiresome part of Skyrim can be easily handled when you have Auriel’s Bow. Have you ever encountered the Draugr who is tough to get rid of? Such enemy types quickly exhaust your health and weapon stock. Auriel’s bow serves as the right solution for this issue. It has perfect enchantment stats.

You would find it easy to remove those undead enemies out of your way. The looks of Auriel’s bow is stylish. What is so special about Skyrim is that even if you get a mediocre bow, you can improve its enchantment. That way you can make even a below-average bow work great in your fight. Sun hallowed arrows work well with Auriel’s bow.

Base Damage: 13

Rate of damage per second: 13

10. Glass Bow Of The Stag Prince

This is a type of glass bow and is right in terms of enchantment as well as damage. You should be shroud enough to get this bow at the earliest. For every twenty animals you kill using the bow, your health and stamina goes up by 5. Use the ‘Bound bow’ spell which you can get even during the initial stages of the game.

A simple secret is that the material of the bow upgrades its performance. You can improve the bow using grindstones, firewoods, or blacksmiths. This will increase its power and prolong its usage for the maximum number of levels. You can buy it from Ramshackle trading post. Try with Falas Selvayn.

Damage:16

Rate of damage per second: 10

Conclusion

Try to grab the best Skyrim bow as early as you can in your game. As you move on to higher levels, there are plenty of options to upgrade/reconfigure your weapons. What are you waiting for then?