I think this is solution to archery balancing

[Shub]

i've seen people bitching for kitting , its possible someone already suggested this
 i dont read forum too much and that kind of topics since im archer myself . What is important imo its to get all those 3 in .

[Grumpy_Nic]

If you have a problem TAKE A SHEILD.

Also if you want to catch them get a shield and high ath, light armour and block their shots then stop blocking and continue running, you will catch them.

I've seen loads of people getting shot from about 30cm cuz archer kites around shield, this is bullshit. Would be better if any readied weapon would reduce speed to walking speed. Any weapon, not just bows. Archers shouldnt be fuckin prancing elves. Keep your speed, thats fine, you've invested into athletics and wear light armor but this sprinting while having a bow drawn is ridiculous.

[Shub]

"The real problem is they dont run away! he he . They can do perfectly well in very close combat using only RANGE ."+arrow stun lock .
 This is the meritum of the problem - solution in my and many opinion is in OP post or similar.