
Arch Bows
A bow & crossbow mod that extends the vanilla family
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About this Mod

About Arch Bows
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.
Weapons:
- Short bow
- Recurve bow
- Flat bow
- Long bow
- Arbalest
- Heavy Crossbow
- Pistol Crossbow
Features
Variety of Bows/Crossbows: Discover a stunning array of bows/crossbows, from the swift "Short Bow" to the mighty "Arbalest" Each bow/crossbows offers distinct advantages and challenges, allowing you to tailor your arsenal to your playstyle.
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.
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Features planned
New Weapons
Bolts
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Mod compatibility
JEI
Serene Seasons
Config file for customization
Note that not all modded enchants work
Minecraft bug: If arrow velocity exceeds a certain amount, then the arrow tracer will not reflect the trajectory of the arrow correctly.
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FAQ
Q: Can I use your mod in my modpack?
A: Absolutely!
Q: Can I make a texturepack/resoursepack for your mod?
A: Yes, I would appreciate it if you credit this page
Q: Will you update the mod with content/update to the newer versions?
A: Yes.
Q: Backport to older versions?
A: No, it is better that I focus on the newer versions.
Q: I've seen your mod on other sites. Did you post it and are they safe?
A: I have not, nor do I plan to, post my mod on any other sites than Curseforge or Modrinth. If you have downloaded my mod from somewhere else, 1. It isn't from me and 2. It may have some kind of malicious files or have been modified in some way. I urge you to delete the file, run a full virus and malware scan and, if you want to use Arch Bows, come and download it on CurseForge or Modrinth.
Q. Fabric?
A. Nope. Maybe in the future if I have more time
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Available Versions
How to Install Arch Bows on Your Server
Order Server
Order a Minecraft Java server with at least 3 GB RAM (4 GB recommended).
Set forge Loader
In the panel under "Egg", select the forge loader and matching Minecraft version (1.20.4).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "Arch Bows". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.20.4, 1.20.2, 1.20.1 (+5 more)
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
Arch Bows server crashes on startup – what to do?
Most common cause: wrong forge version or insufficient RAM. Check the server log (latest.log) for "OutOfMemoryError" or "Mixin" errors. With Mado Hosting: ensure at least 3 GB RAM is allocated and the loader matches the mod version (1.20.4). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is Arch Bows compatible with forge?
Arch Bows officially supports forge for Minecraft 1.20.4, 1.20.2, 1.20.1. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with Arch Bows – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if Arch Bows consumes the most tick time. Common fixes: reduce server view-distance to 8-10, install "performant" or "starlight" as supplementary mods on Forge. With Mado Hosting, your server runs on NVMe SSDs with dedicated CPU cores for minimal latency.
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