A new video shows a bandit fromThe Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrimexpertly dodging an arrow at the last second.The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrimallows gamersto choose from a wide variety of weapons including two-handed swords, axes, and daggers. Players can also utilize different types of spells, to damage or disrupt their enemies, from one of the many schools of magic present in the game.
Fans interested in taking a stealthier approach can choose to sneak around opponents or kill them from afar using a bow and arrow. Each weapon or magic type has its own skill tree, giving users access to new perks and abilities that can enhance their gameplay style. As an example, thearchery skill tree inSkyrimlets fans slow down time while aiming, in addition to a small chance to paralyze the target. Now, oneSkyrimplayer unleashes an arrow toward a bandit, only for him to dodge it perfectly as if he has Spidey-Sense.
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A Reddit user named PhilliesChamps has shared a smallclip featuring aSkyrimbanditperfectly dodging an arrow at the last second. PhilliesChamps aims at a relatively far-off enemy using a bow, and it looks like their arrow will hit the target. However, right before getting hit, the bandit manages to avoid the arrow by sidestepping to the left of the player’s target marker. To add to the frustration, it doesn’t seem like they properly dodged the arrow, as it looks like the game simply changed the position of the enemy so that they avoid getting hit.
PhilliesChamps mentions that this is not the first time a similar incident has occurred in their playthrough ofThe Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrimand many users appear to relate to their problem. Some players mention that the side dodge looks unrealistic, with a few commending the enemy’s impressive reaction speed. One user also mentions taking advantage of this mechanic by hilariously tricking enemies into sidestepping toward an oncoming arrow.
In the post’s title, the player mentions that they are playing the PS5 version ofSkyrim Special Edition, which came out on Jul 17, 2025, alongside anAnniversary Editionto celebrate the game’s 10-year anniversary.Skyrimis over a decade oldat this point, and Bethesda has re-released the game several times on various platforms, including the Switch. However, some issues or unexpected mechanics, like the one featured in the post, have remained inSkyrimdespite these re-releases.
The Elder Scrolls 5 Skyrim: Anniversary Editionis available now for PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
