Alright, let’s talk about finding a bow and arrow shop in Elden Ring. I spent a good chunk of my weekend trying to gear up with some decent ranged weapons, and let me tell you, it was a bit of a journey.
Getting Started
So, first off, I fired up the game and realized I needed to find a reliable place to buy a bow and some arrows. I had a few runes to spend but didn’t want to waste them on something that wouldn’t be useful. I remembered that nomadic merchants are usually the go-to guys for these kinds of things, and they’re often hanging around Sites of Grace.
The Search Begins
I started my search in West Limgrave. I had a tip that there was a nomadic merchant on the northern beach, just south of the Coastal Cave dungeon. I rode around there, took out a few enemies along the way—nothing too major. Finally, I spotted the merchant under a rock formation, just like the tip said.
Finding the Goods
This merchant had a Shortbow for sale at 600 runes. It wasn’t the best, but it was a start. I bought it, along with a bunch of arrows. If you’re a bit further along and have unlocked the Roundtable Hold, there’s another option. The Twinmaiden Husks there sell a Longbow for 1,200 runes. I made a mental note to check that out later when I had more runes.
Crafting Arrows
Now, buying arrows is fine, but I also knew that crafting them could save some runes in the long run. I gathered some materials and tried crafting some Beast Bone Arrows. It wasn’t too hard, and it felt good to be a bit more self-sufficient. You can use tools in the game to damage enemies, and that come in handy.
Other Weapons and Stats
- Katanas: I’ve been using katanas for a while, and they’re great for mid-range combat. They’re quick, and you can get some good hits in.
- Colossal Weapons: I tried these out, but honestly, the left-to-right strike in DS3 was way more useful.
- Twinblades Swords: I haven’t used these much, but I’ve heard good things. I need to spend some time getting familiar with them.
Stats to Keep in Mind
Elden Ring uses five key stats: Strength, Dexterity, Intelligence, Faith, and Arcane. I’ve been focusing on Dexterity since I want to get good with bows. But if you’re into greatswords, you’ll need to pump up that Strength. And don’t forget about Intelligence and Faith if you’re into magic.
Two-Handing Weapons
One thing I learned is that you can two-hand weapons. I tried two-handing my right-hand weapon, and it does increase the damage. It’s a neat trick when you need that extra punch.
Wrapping Up
So, after a few hours of exploring, buying, and crafting, I felt pretty good about my ranged setup. It’s not perfect, but it’s a solid start. The nomadic merchants are definitely your best bet for finding bows and arrows early in the game. And remember, crafting can save you some runes, so don’t ignore that option.
That’s my experience trying to find a bow and arrow shop in Elden Ring. Hope this helps some of you out there. Happy hunting!
