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In the vast underground labyrinths of Cyrodiil, numerous riches are concealed, yet none rival the might of a Daedric bow that weighs nothing, which can be obtained just minutes after breaking free from prison. The “Bound Bow” exploit in Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered continues to be one of gaming’s most charming unintended discoveries—a bug so finely tuned it seems like a hidden feature designed with purpose.

In the remaster by Bethesda, many rough spots from the 2006 original were smoothed out, but they chose to keep this unique feature intact. Whether this choice was driven by nostalgia or overlooked details is immaterial when it allows players to brandish divine Daedric weaponry before most have even picked up their first rusty iron sword.

Summoning a permanent Bound Bow in Oblivion Remastered

As a seasoned gamer, embark on your adventure by venturing southwest from the Imperial City. Your destination: The obscure Doomstone of Cidri Ashak, nestled peacefully beside a river. This humble standing stone is guarded by no one, but don’t let that fool you – it’s perched atop a bridge and waits patiently to grant its power to those who deserve it most (you). Keep your eyes peeled, or you might just walk right past this hidden gem.

Using the stone triggers a short-lived Bound Bow enchantment for 120 seconds, which might seem insufficient to tackle Cyrodiil’s difficulties. However, there’s an intriguing twist: if you can exploit a peculiarity in the enchantment system of the Oblivion Remastered game, this temporary ability could be made permanent instead.

First, summon the bow by activating the Doomstone:

Afterward, cause a bit of harm by shooting a few arrows towards nearby animals or stones. Once it’s been slightly damaged, you can fix your bow using a repair mallet. Any kind of hammer will work, even the most affordable ones you can find at common general stores.

In the heat of the game, here’s what you gotta do: Open up your inventory, chuck that fixed bow onto the floor, then take a break for an hour using the rest menu. After an hour, magic fades away, but that physical bow stays right where it dropped. Grab it, and voila! – Now you’ve got a permanent, weightless Daedric bow with no level restrictions. Easy peasy!

In the revamped version, the ethereal blue radiance of the bow stands out more vividly against the enhanced, living-breathing scenery of Cyrodiil. However, the initial glitch or exploit persists as it was in the original game.

Why the Bound Bow is a stealth archer’s dream

This bow isn’t merely attractive; it packs quite a punch, rivaling the power of end-game weapons and being weightless, you can effortlessly carry it along with a fully loaded inventory without any drawbacks. Each summon also comes equipped with 150 Daedric arrows, which are among the strongest ammunition available at the game’s onset.

In simpler terms, for characters built around stealth, the Bound Bow is incredibly useful because its power grows with your Marksman skill. When used alongside sneak attack bonuses, it often defeats enemies before they even realize you’re there. Unlike mages and warriors who may face early limitations, archers armed with this bow can quickly assert dominance from the get-go.

Some traditionalists might contend that this method weakens the deliberately structured advancement system in “Oblivion Remastered”. There’s a strong case for their argument, but there’s also an irresistible charm in breaking the rules within a solo role-playing game, particularly one as notoriously difficult to level up as “Oblivion” is.

In your “Oblivion Remastered” gaming session, have you given this technique a go yet? Feel free to post a comment about the early-game tricks you prefer or discuss how the spectral bow impacted your journey through Cyrodiil.

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2025-05-21 21:30