Crossbow Guide Intermediate
The crossbow is the only weapon that can win a fight and lose you a squadmate in the same volley.
Choose the right crossbow tier, train Crossbows and Precision Shooting, keep bolts stocked, and manage firing lines.
Crossbow Tiers
Crossbows range from light models with fast reloads to heavy ones with huge damage and slow reloads. Match the tier to the shooter and the role.
Skills That Matter
The Crossbows skill governs damage and effectiveness; Precision Shooting reduces the chance of hitting allies. Both climb with practice and matter a great deal.
Bolts & Supply
Crossbows consume bolts, which vary in quality. Keep shooters supplied — an unsupplied crossbow rank is just expensive dead weight.
Managing Friendly Fire
Early, low-skill shooters hit allies often. Position them with clear lanes, keep melee out of the line, and let skill reduce the risk over time.
“A bite from a slaver patrol is not the end — captivity trains Strength and Toughness.”