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Discover the best Bow Build in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 including the best bows to use with the armour, potions, perks, and arrows.
One of the unique fighting styles in KCD2 is ranged as it allows players to attack enemies from a safe distance. The long-range weapons include different types of weapons including Bows, Crossbows, and Handgonnes. The bow is a traditional ranged weapon with decent power and high range, allowing players to shoot the targets from a long distance. The Crossbow is another ranged weapon with not that high range but higher power than the bow weapons. However, they require more time to reload than the bow which makes them a bit slower. Lastly, Handgonnes are the advanced-range weapons in KCD2. It deals devastating damage on the impact and can easily take out a fully armoured enemy with one shot. However, it is the slowest ranged weapon in KCD2, and handling it requires a lot of practice.
For players who want to utilize the ranged weapons, the Bow is the best option as it offers high damage and range. In this guide, we will discuss the best Bow Build in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 including the best Bows to use along with the best armour, perks, potions, and poisons.
Everything About Bow Build in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2
Our Bow Build in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is all about taking out enemies from a fair distance with a couple of shots with the bow weapon. Moreover, this build includes light armour instead of heavy armour for greater movement speed. Having a high movement speed will help you greatly in repositioning quickly and make it difficult for the enemies to catch up to you.
Furthermore, since it is a bit difficult to aim with bows and ranged weapons in general, we will be utilizing various perks to help in aiming, regenerate stamina quickly, and even dish out more damage. As most of the enemies wear armour, they are hard to one-shot. But if you aim at the face and connect your shots, they are as good as dead. So, using a bow does require practicing like other long-range weapons.
In addition to your primary weapon usage, your playstyle also plays a crucial role. The best playstyle for using bows is Scout (Thief). So, if you are someone who has a lot of points in thievery, this build will help you greatly in sneaking around enemy territories and taking them out silently with the deadly bow.
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Overall Silent | Slow Rate of Fire |
| Decent Damage Output with Arrows | Requires Practicing to Land Accurate Shots |
| Higher Movement Speed | Does require a secondary weapon in case of ambush |
| Has the ability to do stealth kills |
Best Strategy For Bow Build in KCD2
The best strategy for Bow Build in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is to be silent and take down the enemies without alerting the others. This can only be achieved if you prefer the Scout playstyle and get some points in the Stealth and Thievery Skills. Both of these skills are very powerful in terms of enhancing overall Henry’s stealth abilities.
NOTE: Read out Stealth Build Guide for in-depth information on how to be a stealthy Scout in KCD2
Now, when it comes to Scout playstyle, there are no limits to choosing a primary weapon. However, long-range weapons make the most sense as you have to be sneaky and get away with kills without alerting the rest of the enemies. However, it does require practice in aiming with a bow because with each long-range weapon aiming is different. So, if you are considering making a long-range build with Henry in KCD2, you need to start using the bow in fights or during hunting to gain some experience in Marksmanship. This way, you will be able to put a couple of points in some crucial perks to enhance the overall experience.
Furthermore, this build also requires some crucial potions like Buck’s Blood and Painkiller Brew to enhance stamina and reduce stamina consumption and health loss. Fighting three or more enemies at a time can easily overwhelm you. However, if you continuously reposition yourself and focus on one enemy at a time, you will be able to save stamina for your attacks, blocks, and dodges.
Choose a Secondary Weapon with a bow
In addition to the primary bow weapon, you will need a Dagger to perform the Stealth Kills. For the secondary weapon, I personally recommend you to take a one-hand sword and a shield. Because you will not have heavy armour to tank a lot of hits from enemies and the overall defense stats of a one-hand sword are low compared to a shield. So, if you get into a situation where your bow cannot help you take down enemies quickly, switch to a sword and a shield to fight them. There are various instances during the storyline where you have to engage in a fight with multiple enemies at a time, so it is best to be ready for everything.
Moreover, consider learning combos for Swords, especially the Master Strike technique. Complete the Combat Training I & II quests to learn basic sword combos and techniques. The Master Strike is the most crucial technique in the game and you can use it with any sword.
Best Weapons For Bow Build in KCD2
The best bow weapon to use for the Bow Build in KCD2 is the Ash Longbow. It has 230 Power allowing you to shoot at enemies with great impact. You can get this bow weapon from Master Wenceslas’s archery shop in Kuttenberg city. However, this bow requires high stat requirements to use so make sure to invest in your Strength and Agility to be able to use it as soon as possible.
Another great bow for this build is the Elm Longbow. It has 200 Power and requires a bit lower stats to use than Ash Longbow. If you currently have lower stats then you can use this weapon. Moreover, you can also get this weapon from Master Wenceslas. So, once you get to Kuttenberg City, you can get the best two bows in the game.
For the early game, the best bow is Poacher’s Bow. It has 170 Power which is pretty high compared to other bows that you will commonly get in the Trosky region. You can get this bow from the Old poachers’ hideout located further west of Nomad Camp.
Here are some of the best weapons to use for Bow Build in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2.
| Bow Name | Power | Required Stats | How to Get |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ash Longbow | 230 | Strength: 22 Agility: 16 | You can purchase it from Master Wenceslas in Kuttenberg city. |
| Elm Longbow | 200 | Strength: 18 Agility: 14 | You can purchase it from Master Wenceslas in Kuttenberg city. |
| Raynek’s Bow | 200 | Strength: 14 Agility: 14 | You can find it on Raynek’s body during the Devil’s Pack quest. |
| Poacher’s Bow | 170 | Strength: 13 Agility: 13 | You can find it in the Old Poachers’ Hideout location in Trosky. |
| Dogwood Hunting Bow | 160 | Strength: 13 Agility: 12 | You can purchase it from Huntsman’s son Vitek in Trosky. |
Best Arrows to Use for Bow Build in KCD2
An Arrow is a crucial part of a bow weapon because you cannot shoot the bow empty. The Arrows are the main ammunition of bows in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. They come in various types and each Arrow type has certain characteristics. Some only deal light damage while some deal piercing damage and are efficient against armoured enemies.
The best Arrows to use for the Bow Build in KCD2 are Better Hunting Arrow, Better Piercing Arrow, Enhanced Long-Range Arrow, and Black Arrow. The Better Hunting Arrows and Better Piercing Arrows deal 120 Stab damage. The piercing arrows are efficient against armoured enemies. The Enhanced Long-Range Arrows deal 125 damage and they have the best accuracy at greater distances. Lastly, the Black Arrow deals 180 Stab damage allowing you to take down almost all enemies in one shot.
You can purchase these Arrows from the Archer traders across the Trosky and Kuttenberg region. However, in the early game, you can use the normal version of these Arrows.
Best Amour For Bow Build in KCD2
The best armour for Bow Build includes both light and heavy armour, giving you both mobility and defensive stats. Some of the best hybrid armour pieces that we came up with will give you 22+ Speed and keep the visibility under 70, allowing you to move quickly and sneak around easily while crouched. Here is the best armour to use with Bow Build in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2.
| Armour Slot | Armour Name |
|---|---|
| Head | Hounskull Bascinet, Mail hood with a coat of arms |
| Arms | Laminar hands with rondels, Tournament gauntlets |
| Body/Torso | Long Gambeson, Saxon Hauberk, Magdeburg Cuirass |
| Legs | Saxon Plate Legs, Noble’s quilted hose |
You can acquire most of these armour pieces in early/mid-game. Moreover, you can further improve this armour with a Brigandine armour set including Brigandine Gauntlets and Noble Brigandine Legs. This will certainly give you a bit more mobility.
For the clothing items, wear the items that increase the Charisma and reduces visibility. With high Charisma, you will have a high chance of passing the skill checks, and with low visibility, you will be able to harder to notice by the enemies. Some of the best clothing items that you can get easily are as follows.
- Embroidered Hood
- Burgher Coat
- Knight’s Spurs
Lastly, since this build uses two weapons, you must equip a Belt to hold at least two weapons at a time. The Knight’s Belt is one of the best belts to get as it allows you to hold three weapons at a time. Keep the bow in the first weapon slot and then put the Shield and Sword in the secondary weapon slot.
Best Perks Bow Build in KCD2
The perks that we are going for the Bow Build include the ones that grant us more breathing room regarding stamina, more damage with an attack bonus, more stealth options, and more. Below we have mentioned all the major perks from main stats, skills, and combat that you should prioritize acquiring for the Bow Build in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2.
Best Main Stats Perks for Bow Build in KCD2
Here are the best main stats perks to pick for the Bow Build in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2.
- Strength
- Train Hard, Fight Easy I & II: The required Strength (stat) for all weapons will decrease by 2 (I) and 5 (II) for you to use efficiently.
- Wrestler: Your Strength will make it easier to win fights in the clinch. The opponents will find it harder to react to your actions.
- Strong as a Bull: Your carrying capacity increases by 20 pounds.
- Thrasher: Charged attacks deal 5% more damage.
- Agility
- Deft Hands I & II: The required Agility (stat) for all weapons will decrease by 2 (I) and 5 (II) for you to use efficiently.
- Featherweight: Fall damage is reduced by 30%.
- Nimble Stance: Dodges cost you 40% less stamina.
- Totentanz: You gain a 15% weapon attack bonus for 5 seconds on a perfect dodge.
- Finesse I & II: The slashing damage of all melee weapons is increased by 5%.
- Viper I & II: The piercing damage of all melee weapons is increased by 5%.
- Vitality
- Ascetic: The nourishment will reduce 30% slower, allowing you to last longer without food.
- Thick-Blooded: You will bleed slower than usual.
- Creative Soul: Your Energy (sleepiness) will recover slowly while doing Alchemy, Blacksmithing, Sharpening, or playing Dice.
- Hermes’ Haste: You will be 20% faster while sprinting.
- Red Mist: When your health drops below 25 health points during combat, you gain a +3 bonus to Strength and Agility for a time, and your stamina regenerates faster.
- Never Surrender: When your health drops below 25 points during combat, you get a +25 to your armour. This effect lasts until your health rises above 25 points again, or until combat is over.
NOTE: If you have some points available for Speech, then choose the ones that favor your playstyle or playthrough.
Best Skill Perks for Bow Build in KCD2
In addition to the main stat perks, here are some of the best skill perks for the Bow Build in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2.
- Alchemy
- Enthusiast: Your Energy will slowly replenish and nourishment will not decrease while brewing potions.
- Water of Life: Healing potions heal you 25% faster.
- Craftsmanship
- Well-Fitted: Armour and clothing you repair will make less noise.
- Razer-Sharp: Sharpening a weapon up to 98% will deal 10% more damage until the condition of the weapon drops below 75%.
- Thorough Maintenance I & II: Your gear will be damaged 10% (I) or 20% (II) slower.
- Horsemanship
- Knight Training: Melee attacks from horseback will cost 15% less stamina.
- Houndmaster
- Life Saver: Mutt will defend you in the battle and attack enemies on your command.
- Hunt!: Send Mutt to hunt and send him after wild game.
- Charming Companion: Your Charisma increases by +4 when Mutt is with you.
- Scholarship
- Wonders of Man: You gain 20% more experience in Craftsmanship and Thievery skills.
- Wonders of Nature: You gain 20% more experience in Survival and Alchemy skills.
- Stealth
- Stealth Kill: While the dagger is equipped, you can perform a stealth kill by sneaking behind an enemy.
- Bushman: You make 50% less noise when moving in bushes.
- Ordinary Man: People will forget the crimes you have committed more quickly.
- Rodent: You’ll make 25% less noise when you sneak indoors and the door opening will be half as loud.
- Weasel Boy: You’ll make 25% less noise when sneaking outdoors.
- Surprise Attack: If you attack an unalerted enemy with a ranged weapon, they will gain a combat debuff, making it easier to deal with them.
- Survival
- Flower Power: If you have 30+ fresh or dried herbs (not spoiled), your Charisma will count as 2 more.
- Master Cook: Smoking or Cooking an unspoiled food item will result in 100% condition.
- Leg Day: Gathering herbs will earn you experience in Strength stat.
- Thievery
- Nimble Fingers: You gain time 10% faster during the time-collecting phase of pickpocketing.
- Silent Fiddler: You make 75% less noise while lockpicking.
NOTE: Feel free to expand your skills and choose their corresponding perks according to your playstyle.
Best Combat Perks for Bow Build in KCD2
Here are the best perks to get for a Sword for the best Bow Build in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2.
- Warfare
- Hardened Veteran I & II: Your stamina will regenerate 10% (I) or 20% (II) faster in combat.
- Head Protection: Blows to the head will cause 20% less damage if you are wearing a helmet.
- Against All Odds: When fighting against the higher number, you gain a bonus of +2 to Strength, Agility, and Warfare skills.
- Rock Solid: When you don’t sprint or dodge for 10 seconds in battle, you’ll gain +20 to your armour.
- Ironclad: Your armour will weigh you down 20lbs less, allowing you to keep a decent movement speed even with the heavy armour.
- Marksmanship
- Sagittarius: The stamina mitigates for aiming with a ranged weapon will be halved if you’re in the saddle.
- Salvo: Salvo allows you to reload and aim much faster after each shot in combat.
- Hal Shot First: It allows you to deal 15% additional damage in combat, allowing you to kill your foes faster.
- Steady Aim I & II: Your stamina depletes 20% slower when you don’t move for 2 seconds. This will make your shots 15% (I) or 30% (II) more powerful and deal additional damage in combat.
- Crippling Shot I & II: Crippling Shot makes the stamina recovery rate much slower when you deal damage with ranged weapons like bows or crossbows.
- Eagle Eye: The action slows down around you when you aim with a Bow or Crossbow, allowing you to aim more easily.
- Sword
- Opening Strike: Opening Strike allows you to deal significantly more damage with the first attack in a combat encounter.
- Tendon Slicer: Tendon Slicer allows you to mitigate your opponent’s agility along with the strength of each sword combo.
- Gladiator: You gain +bonus to your sword fighting skill when fighting the enemies with a one-handed sword and letting your other weapon free for a torch.
- Precise Strike: Your sword fighting skill will count 3 higher when you use a fully charged sword attack on the enemy in combat.
- Showtime: This perk allows you to gain some stamina and allows you to attack again the enemy after you perform a sword combo.
- Magister Dimicator: Upon performing a perfect combo, you gain +5 to your Swordsmanship skill.
Best Potions For Bow Build in KCD2
Here are the best potions to use with Bow Build in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2.
- Bowman’s Brew- Increases Marksmanship by 3 and slows down stamina loss when aiming by 20% for 10 minutes.
- Buck’s Blood- Increases stamina by 30% for 20 minutes.
- Lethean Water- Drink one mouthful and you’ll forget all earthly experience. Obliterates all perk points, so they can be used elsewhere.
- Nighthawk- You will see better in the dark and energy will decrease 25% slower, lasting 15 minutes.
- Lullaby- Add the poison to your weapon, sword, and arrows for the bow. Striking an enemy with the poisoned weapon will deal damage over time. The enemies will suffer health degradation over time. A single poison hit can weaken or kill them even if they block your attack.
- Strong Artemisia- Increases strength by 4 and both attack and defense cost 25% less stamina, lasts 10 minutes.
- Strong Embrocation- Increases agility by 4 and spirit will cost 20% less stamina, lasts 15 minutes.
- Strong Saviour Schnapps- Save the game, heals 20 health points, and increases strength, vitality, and agility by 2 for 5 minutes.
- Strong Aqua Vitalis– You lose 50% less health and slow bleeding by 50%. Lasts 10 minutes.
- Strong Marigold Decoction– Heals 40 health over one minute and instantly cures a hangover.
- Painkiller Brew– Suppresses the effects of injury and your maximum stamina decreases with health 30% less, lasts 15 minutes.
Best Tips and Tricks for Bow Build in KCD2
The Bow Build is one of the most flexible builds in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. It allows you to be both sneaky and quick to take down the enemies silently or even face them confidently in hand-to-hand combat. Here are some of the best tips and tricks that will help you with Bow Build in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2.
- Use the dagger to perform stealth kills while sneaking behind the enemies to avoid detection.
- Use the bow carefully when there are multiple enemies. Try to get a good angle on enemy’s face to one-shot them.
- Always prioritize distancing yourself from a group of enemies to reduce the chances of getting ambushed at once.
- Use Buck’s Blood and Painkiller Brew potions prior to a fight to have the advantage of aiming with ease. These potions will both increase the stamina and reduce the stamina consumption.
- Add poison to your weapons to damage over time and kill the enemies with ease.
- Lockpicking skill is essential for entering buildings and chests without alerting anyone, so level your skill with lockpicking.
- Choose light armor as heavy armor makes more noise, reduces your mobility, and drains more stamina.
- Always crouch when sneaking, especially when close to enemies. This allows you to mitigate the noise you make and makes it harder for enemies to spot you.
- Avoid sprinting when in stealth mode because it can create noise and draw attention.
- Hide in tall grass or obstacles to avoid detection. You can silently wait for the patrolling enemies to let them pass before continuing your journey.
- Always keep your weapons and armour in top condition for additional damage.
FAQs about Bow Build in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2
What is the Bow Build in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2?
The Bow Build in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is all about taking out enemies from a fair distance with a couple of shots with the bow weapon. Bow weapons like Ash Longbow with Black Arrow will allow you to deal the most damage.
What are the best bows to use for the Bow Build in KCD2?
The best bow weapon for the Bow Build is the Ash Longbow as it has the highest power than any other bow. You can start with Poacher’s Bow in the early game, then switch to Ash Longbow when you get to Kuttenberg.
What is the best armour for the Bow Build in KCD2?
The best armour for the Bow Build that we would recommend you to equip includes Hounskull Bascinet, Mail Collar with a Coat of Arms, Laminar hands with rondels, Tournament gauntlets, Long Gambeson, Saxon Hauberk, Magdeburg Cuirass, Saxon Plate Legs, and Noble’s quilted hose. Moreover, you can switch to a Brigandine armour set for more mobility.
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