Light Crossbow
The Light Crossbow is a rare crossbow associated with the Old Camp. Featuring a base damage of 40 and an attack speed modifier of 0.8x, it occupies a dominant position in the mid-tier progression meta of the Gothic 1 Remake.
Combat Playstyle
A high-impact ranged weapon designed to pierce heavy armor. Unlike bows, crossbows require strength to wield but scale their damage output with dexterity, making them the premier choice for guards and mercenary marksmen looking to lock down corridors in the Mines.
Stat Scaling & Requirements
This weapon scales primarily with Dexterity (1x weight). Ideal for thieves, shadows, and hunters looking to build high-crit ranged characters. Focus on training Dexterity to increase your accuracy and critical hit rates.
Combat Synergy & Faction Context
Fits perfectly into the martial structure of Gomez's Guards and Shadows. It synergizes with the defensive, armor-heavy playstyle of the Old Camp, making it highly effective when paired with heavy militia plate armor.
Colony Pro-Tip
"Always maintain high ground when using this ranged weapon. The Gothic engine grants a slight accuracy and target acquisition bonus when firing from elevated ledges or wooden towers."