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Archer Bows?

Discussion in 'BG2: Shadows of Amn (Classic)' started by Jovialjuggler, Nov 12, 2001.

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    [​IMG] Hi,
    First time playing an archer and I don't know what kind of bows to use for him! I.E. What kind is the best? The only other time I've used bows is for my thieves an assasins and those were only short bows :/

    So can anyone help me out here?
     
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    There are a lot of good short bows and long bows in the game. if you want a bow which doesn't need ammo choose short, else I'd take longbow because it has more power. There are also some good crosbows, it doesn't really matter which you pick
     
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    I think it'd be fun to try out crossbows for once, As I've really never used them before except on Keldorn. And that was only for like the begining..
    Lol, Thanks for the advice!!
     
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    [​IMG] A list of Crossbows in the game.
    Obviously a spoiler.
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    • Necaradonn's x-bow (Light +3)THACO +3 Damage +3 reward from the silver dragon.
    • Light x-bow of affliction +4. THACO +4 Damage +4 Strength -2 Beholder Dunngeon in the underdark.
    • The Guide, Heavy x-bow of Accuracy. THACO +5, Damage +2, Beholder Cult (Unseeing EYE)
    • Heavy x-bow of searing +1, THACO +1, Damage +3, +2 Fire damage, Adventurer's Mart
    • Giant Hair x-bow +3, THACO +3, Damage +5, Needs 15 or more strength to use. Adventurer's Mart
     
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    Lol, thanks for the info :)
     
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    As you could see there are many great Crossbow's in the game. But don't be mislead by this. The difference is that with a Long Bow you can have 2 times as much attack per round. Crossbows are good but slow, and Long Bows are faster and the arrows are better. So I would advice you to go for Long Bows.

    You can find these Long Bows in the game:

    Elven Court Bow: Thaco +4
    Heartseeker: Thaco +4, Damage +2, once a day a increase the to hit to +7 for 9 seconds.
    Mana Bow: Thaco +4, +20 procent magical resistance
    Strong Arm: Thaco +3, Damage +3, requires 19 Str.
     
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