Secure a Free Bow Early in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2
Early-game combat in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 can be challenging, leaving Henry ill-equipped. Fortunately, acquiring the Dogwood Village Bow early and without cost is achievable. This guide details how to obtain this valuable weapon.
After parting ways with Hans, your path to the wedding involves either working for a blacksmith or miller. Regardless of your chosen profession, the blacksmith's location on your map provides easy access to the bow. While the blacksmith job offers access to Semine's wedding and later, the hermit's sword, the bow can be obtained beforehand.
The blacksmith resides in Tachov, north of Troskowitz (the prologue's end point). West of Troskowitz, follow the path north. At the road split, with a smaller path veering west, turn right towards a tree cluster. A small training area, concealed within this cluster, houses the bow.
Locate the target with arrows; collect the arrows for ammunition. To the right of the target, against a tree trunk, rests the Dogwood Village Bow. Additional resources like brew and mushrooms are also present. Once acquired, resume your quest.
Alternative Acquisition:
While purchasable from Huntsman’s Son Vitek in Tachov, the Dogwood Village Bow isn't the most potent ranged weapon. Given its proximity to the free bow, purchasing it isn't cost-effective. However, Vitek offers superior weaponry, and alchemy (herb gathering and potion brewing) provides an alternative income stream.
Regardless of your chosen method, having a ranged weapon enhances combat, especially given the game's difficulty settings. Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2's combat, similar to its predecessor, may not appeal to all players. Ranged options offer a viable alternative.
After securing the bow (free or purchased), continue with the blacksmith job (sleep and save after forging a sword), or proceed to the miller to advance the main quest.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
