Embarking on your *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2* journey? The prologue can leave you feeling rather under-equipped, but fear not! This guide reveals how to acquire the Dogwood Village Bow early and completely free. It's a significant advantage, especially given Henry's initial lack of weaponry.
After parting ways with Hans, your path to the wedding involves either working for a blacksmith or miller. Even if the blacksmith job isn't your preferred route, its map marker conveniently leads you to the bow. While the blacksmith path also unlocks the hermit's sword later on, the Dogwood Village Bow is an immediate reward.
The blacksmith resides in Tachov, north of Troskowitz (where the prologue concludes). Head west from Troskowitz, following the path as it curves north. At the fork where a smaller road branches west, look to your right, towards a cluster of trees often overlooked. A small training area is nestled within.
You'll find a target with arrows—grab these for free ammo. To the right of the target, leaning against a tree trunk, rests the Dogwood Village Bow. There are also brew and mushrooms nearby for the taking. Once you've gathered your supplies, continue with your quest.
Alternative Ways to Obtain the Dogwood Village Bow
While purchasable from Huntsman’s Son Vitek in Tachov, the Dogwood Village Bow isn't the most powerful ranged weapon. Considering its free alternative is readily available, purchasing it isn't recommended. Vitek does, however, sell superior weapons, and you can earn money through alchemy by collecting herbs and selling potions.
Regardless of whether you choose the free bow or pursue other weaponry, having a ranged option is beneficial, especially given the game's fixed difficulty. *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*'s combat, while similar to its predecessor, might not suit every player's style. For those who prefer ranged combat, this bow offers a considerable advantage.
After acquiring the bow, you can continue your blacksmith job (remember to save after forging a sword), or proceed to the miller to advance the main quest. With a ranged weapon in your arsenal, facing challenges in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2* becomes significantly easier.
That's how to obtain the free Dogwood Village Bow early in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*. Enjoy!
*Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*
