Nitpicking the bow models

English longbowmen and various Japanese units use quite generic short bows that do not really fit.


First and foremost of couse they are not “long” enough. Both of these bows would be 6-7ft (1.8-2m) long, more than the average men’s height. This is reflected in the unit portraits and concept arts but not in the model.

The proportion should be similar to the Inca bowman (not sure how accurate that model is though).

Regarding the details, it is believed that the English longbow don’t usually have such a big recurve.

Traditional Japanese bows are usually asymmetric.

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Also, as we have many diverse firearm models: muskets from different era, rifle, arquebus, pistol, etc. (in contrast to vanilla where everyone carries a wooden stick), and multiple versions of polearms for the same unit, I hope the bow model could also be revisited

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Nitpicky, sure - but I think justified!

It’s a really small model change but helps immersiveness with these units. Both bows were far larger than the typical ones in-game and the untis would look far more impressive with their proper welding them.

Of course there’s a big list of higher priority things, however tiny things like this would be very welcome within updates.

Nice idea
I can see your passion for the game!
Would be amazing to have updated models