Ranged Weapons - Revision history

SURIAL: The page oversimplified by stating that cocking always takes 2 seconds (for hand xbows cocking is 1 second).

2026-04-11T12:47:34Z

The page oversimplified by stating that cocking always takes 2 seconds (for hand xbows cocking is 1 second).

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	Bows have a firing [[roundtime]] determined by the base roundtime subtracted by one's [[strength]] bonus divided by ten. So, in order to get a 3 second RT using a long bow, the archer needs a strength bonus of 40. The strength bonus takes into account spells, [[enhancive]]s, and [[Surge of Strength]]. Sniping (shooting a target from hiding) and aiming (using the [[AIM (verb)\|aim]] verb with the option of anything but random) each add one second to the shooter's roundtime. These are cumulative, so a shot with a long bow from hiding that is aiming at the left eye will incur a nine second roundtime when shooting without any strength bonus. The minimum firing roundtime is 3 seconds, including if sniping/aiming.		Bows have a firing [[roundtime]] determined by the base roundtime subtracted by one's [[strength]] bonus divided by ten. So, in order to get a 3 second RT using a long bow, the archer needs a strength bonus of 40. The strength bonus takes into account spells, [[enhancive]]s, and [[Surge of Strength]]. Sniping (shooting a target from hiding) and aiming (using the [[AIM (verb)\|aim]] verb with the option of anything but random) each add one second to the shooter's roundtime. These are cumulative, so a shot with a long bow from hiding that is aiming at the left eye will incur a nine second roundtime when shooting without any strength bonus. The minimum firing roundtime is 3 seconds, including if sniping/aiming.

	Crossbows have a fixed roundtime of 4 seconds for hand/light crossbows and 5 seconds for heavy crossbows, not affected by strength and regardless of aiming or sniping. Crossbows may be {{boldmono\|[[COCK]]}}ed prior to firing, which immediately takes 2 seconds of roundtime but will reduce the subsequent firing roundtime by 2 ~~seconds~~. (For example, a light crossbow can cock for 2 seconds then fire in 2 seconds.)		Crossbows have a fixed roundtime of 4 seconds for hand/light crossbows and 5 seconds for heavy crossbows, not affected by strength and regardless of aiming or sniping. Crossbows may be {{boldmono\|[[COCK]]}}ed prior to firing, which immediately takes 2 seconds of roundtime (1 second for a hand crossbow) but will reduce the subsequent firing roundtime by that amount. (For example, a light crossbow can cock for 2 seconds then fire in 2 seconds.)

	== Max Ranks and Training Point costs ==		== Max Ranks and Training Point costs ==

HOST-GSKEBECHET: Removed unused template

2022-10-11T15:49:16Z

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	== References ==		== References ==
	{{reflist}}

	[[Category:Skills]]		[[Category:Skills]]

HJELTE: I am the citation you're looking for. The citation is math... and the aiming success page is the source.

2022-10-03T20:02:52Z

I am the citation you're looking for. The citation is math... and the aiming success page is the source.

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	== Aiming ==		== Aiming ==

	The chance to hit the left or right eye of a target is capped at 75%.<ref>GM Naijin, [https://discordapp.com/channels/226045346399256576/532373273816858636/696456495122087970 "Conversation About Aiming Ranged Weapons"], ''GemStone IV Discord#Mechanics'', 2020-04-05T20:29:00Z</ref> Characters can achieve this through skill alone at or ~~near~~ level ~~cap.<ref>Citation~~ ~~needed</ref>~~		The chance to hit the left or right eye of a target is capped at 75%.<ref>GM Naijin, [https://discordapp.com/channels/226045346399256576/532373273816858636/696456495122087970 "Conversation About Aiming Ranged Weapons"], ''GemStone IV Discord#Mechanics'', 2020-04-05T20:29:00Z</ref> Characters can achieve this through skill alone before level cap against like-level creatures with normal conditions.

	~~Aiming~~ formula: [[Aiming Success]]		For more granular breakdown and specific evaluation, see the aiming formula: [[Aiming Success]]

	== Resources ==		== Resources ==

CHAPSICKLE2: /* Aiming */ added link to aiming success page with formulas

2021-05-08T16:44:40Z

Aiming: added link to aiming success page with formulas

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	The chance to hit the left or right eye of a target is capped at 75%.<ref>GM Naijin, [https://discordapp.com/channels/226045346399256576/532373273816858636/696456495122087970 "Conversation About Aiming Ranged Weapons"], ''GemStone IV Discord#Mechanics'', 2020-04-05T20:29:00Z</ref> Characters can achieve this through skill alone at or near level cap.<ref>Citation needed</ref>		The chance to hit the left or right eye of a target is capped at 75%.<ref>GM Naijin, [https://discordapp.com/channels/226045346399256576/532373273816858636/696456495122087970 "Conversation About Aiming Ranged Weapons"], ''GemStone IV Discord#Mechanics'', 2020-04-05T20:29:00Z</ref> Characters can achieve this through skill alone at or near level cap.<ref>Citation needed</ref>

			Aiming formula: [[Aiming Success]]

	== Resources ==		== Resources ==

ZHOUY1: /* Resources */ Fixed/removed some dead links.

2020-11-24T22:08:18Z

Resources: Fixed/removed some dead links.

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	== Resources ==		== Resources ==

	*[[~~The_Art_of_the_Bow_~~(guide)\|The Art of the Bow: Guide]]		*[[The Art of the Bow (guide)\|The Art of the Bow: Guide]]
⚫	*[[List of woods]]
		⚫	*[[Starchitin's rogue sniper guide]]
	*[[Puncture critical table]]		*[[Puncture critical table]]
	*[[Sighting]]		*[[Sighting]]
		⚫	*[[List of woods]]
⚫	*[[Starchitin's rogue sniper guide]]
	*[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Z6rt_HxSgSrmAoOwhVKmlgjG5vvSkHRn8c6CConnS7U/edit 2020 Archery Update]		*[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Z6rt_HxSgSrmAoOwhVKmlgjG5vvSkHRn8c6CConnS7U/edit 2020 Archery Update]
	*[https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1vXaTvjynMs0yMzKWQBzWD3PExKSzvUo2De-XyPkbBGc/edit#gid=0 Combined AvD/DF of Ammo Tips]		*[https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1vXaTvjynMs0yMzKWQBzWD3PExKSzvUo2De-XyPkbBGc/edit#gid=0 Combined AvD/DF of Ammo Tips]
	*[[/saved posts\|Saved posts]]		*[[/saved posts\|Saved posts]]
	*[http://www.play.net/gs4/info/armory/missileweapons.asp Missile Weapons], on Play.net		*[http://www.play.net/gs4/info/armory/missileweapons.asp Missile Weapons], on Play.net
	*[http://forums.play.net/forums/GemStone%20IV/~~Hunting~~%20and%~~20Combat~~/~~Archery~~/view Officials folder]		*[http://forums.play.net/forums/GemStone%20IV/Combat,%20Magic,%20and%20Character%20Mechanics/Weapons/view Officials folder]
	*[http://www.archeryhaven.com/gs4.html The Archery Haven guide], on Archeryhaven.com		*[https://web.archive.org/web/20150416033124/http://www.archeryhaven.com/gs4.html The Archery Haven guide], on Archeryhaven.com (web archive)
	*[http://www.gsguide.net/index.php?title=QRS QRS Script], on GSGuide.net

	== References ==		== References ==

ZHOUY1: /* Attack Strength */ stance modifier

2020-11-24T21:50:42Z

Attack Strength: stance modifier

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	+ Crossbow Kneeling Bonus		+ Crossbow Kneeling Bonus
	</pre>		</pre>

			This is then multiplied by [[STANCE]].

	Notes:		Notes:

ZHOUY1: /* Attack Strength */ Improve formatting.

2020-11-24T21:45:05Z

Attack Strength: Improve formatting.

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 == Attack Strength ==
-Ranged [[attack strength]] formula:
+Ranged [[Attack Strength]] (AS) is calculated using the formula:
 == Critical Weighting ==

ZHOUY1: Add some basic usage info.

2020-11-23T00:26:32Z

Add some basic usage info.

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			'''Ranged Weapons''', which include bows and crossbows, are used to launch ammunition at enemies from a distance.
	'''Ranged weapons''' are all weapons that use a base launcher of some sort to hurl ammo at a target. Generally, there are two types of these weapons in [[GemStone IV]]: a bow and a crossbow.

			When held in the '''left hand''', missile weapons function normally as ranged weapons. However, in a pinch the user may switch the weapon to the right hand, where it may be used as a melee weapon. In this situation, the user's [[Defensive Strength]] will be also calculated based on the appropriate melee weapon skill instead of ranged weapons skill.
⚫	~~Bow~~ have a ~~[[FIRE]]~~ [[roundtime]] determined by the base roundtime subtracted by one's [[strength]] bonus divided by ten. So, in order to get a 3 second RT using a long bow, the archer needs a strength bonus of 40. The strength bonus takes into account spells, [[enhancive]]s, and [[Surge of Strength]]. Sniping (shooting a target from hiding) and aiming (using the [[AIM (verb)\|aim]] verb with the option of anything but random) each add one second to the shooter's roundtime. These are cumulative, so a shot with a long bow from hiding that is aiming at the left eye will incur a nine second roundtime when shooting without any strength bonus. The minimum firing roundtime is 3 seconds, including if sniping/aiming.

			To use a ranged weapon, the user should have a bundle of ammunition (arrows for bows, or bolts for crossbows) in their inventory. Use the {{boldmono\|[[READY]]}} command to select the ammunition (for example: {{boldmono\|READY AMMO MY ARROWS}}). Most ammo bundles have infinite uses, so this only needs to be done once. Then use the {{boldmono\|[[FIRE]]}} command to attack.
⚫	Crossbows have a fixed roundtime of 4 seconds for hand/light crossbows and 5 seconds for heavy crossbows, not affected by strength and regardless of aiming or sniping. Crossbows may be [[COCK]]ed prior to firing, which immediately takes 2 seconds of roundtime but will reduce the subsequent firing roundtime by 2 seconds. (For example, a light crossbow can cock for 2 seconds then fire in 2 seconds.)

		⚫	Bows have a firing [[roundtime]] determined by the base roundtime subtracted by one's [[strength]] bonus divided by ten. So, in order to get a 3 second RT using a long bow, the archer needs a strength bonus of 40. The strength bonus takes into account spells, [[enhancive]]s, and [[Surge of Strength]]. Sniping (shooting a target from hiding) and aiming (using the [[AIM (verb)\|aim]] verb with the option of anything but random) each add one second to the shooter's roundtime. These are cumulative, so a shot with a long bow from hiding that is aiming at the left eye will incur a nine second roundtime when shooting without any strength bonus. The minimum firing roundtime is 3 seconds, including if sniping/aiming.

		⚫	Crossbows have a fixed roundtime of 4 seconds for hand/light crossbows and 5 seconds for heavy crossbows, not affected by strength and regardless of aiming or sniping. Crossbows may be {{boldmono\|[[COCK]]}}ed prior to firing, which immediately takes 2 seconds of roundtime but will reduce the subsequent firing roundtime by 2 seconds. (For example, a light crossbow can cock for 2 seconds then fire in 2 seconds.)

	== Max Ranks and Training Point costs ==		== Max Ranks and Training Point costs ==
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	In order to do so, you must have 400 ranks in the [[Fletching\|fletching skill]]. Hold 10 of the tip type you wish to add in the LEFT HAND and a bundle of the bolt/arrows you wish to modify in the RIGHT HAND. Type FLETCH TIP and it will ask you if you wish to confirm, warning you that all changes are permanent and the damage type will be changed from its current type to the new type. Type FLETCH TIP once more to continue.		In order to do so, you must have 400 ranks in the [[Fletching\|fletching skill]]. Hold 10 of the tip type you wish to add in the LEFT HAND and a bundle of the bolt/arrows you wish to modify in the RIGHT HAND. Type FLETCH TIP and it will ask you if you wish to confirm, warning you that all changes are permanent and the damage type will be changed from its current type to the new type. Type FLETCH TIP once more to continue.


	A table outlining the four arrow/bolt tip types and how they adjust your arrow or bolt:		A table outlining the four arrow/bolt tip types and how they adjust your arrow or bolt:

ZHOUY1: Changes in archery update.

2020-10-27T21:19:16Z

Changes in archery update.

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	Bow have a [[FIRE]] [[roundtime]] determined by the base roundtime subtracted by one's [[strength]] bonus divided by ten. So, in order to get a 3 second RT using a long bow, the archer needs a strength bonus of 40. The strength bonus takes into account spells, [[enhancive]]s, and [[Surge of Strength]]. Sniping (shooting a target from hiding) and aiming (using the [[AIM (verb)\|aim]] verb with the option of anything but random) each add one second to the shooter's roundtime. These are cumulative, so a shot with a long bow from hiding that is aiming at the left eye will incur a nine second roundtime when shooting without any strength bonus. The minimum firing roundtime is 3 seconds, including if sniping/aiming.		Bow have a [[FIRE]] [[roundtime]] determined by the base roundtime subtracted by one's [[strength]] bonus divided by ten. So, in order to get a 3 second RT using a long bow, the archer needs a strength bonus of 40. The strength bonus takes into account spells, [[enhancive]]s, and [[Surge of Strength]]. Sniping (shooting a target from hiding) and aiming (using the [[AIM (verb)\|aim]] verb with the option of anything but random) each add one second to the shooter's roundtime. These are cumulative, so a shot with a long bow from hiding that is aiming at the left eye will incur a nine second roundtime when shooting without any strength bonus. The minimum firing roundtime is 3 seconds, including if sniping/aiming.

	Crossbows ~~must be [[COCK]]ed and [[LOAD]]ed before firing. Both cocking and firing incur roundtime. Cocking has~~ a ~~base~~ roundtime of 6 seconds for light crossbows and 9 seconds for heavy crossbows ~~and~~ ~~is reduced~~ by ~~the~~ strength ~~bonus~~ ~~divided~~ by ~~ten;~~ ~~however,~~ in ~~practice~~ ~~there~~ is ~~often~~ ~~some~~ ~~random~~ ~~variation~~ ~~that~~ ~~adds~~ ~~extra~~ roundtime. ~~The~~ ~~base~~ ~~firing~~ ~~time~~ ~~for~~ ~~crossbows~~ is ~~a flat~~ 2 seconds, ~~plus~~ an ~~additional~~ ~~second~~ ~~each~~ for ~~sniping/aiming.~~ ~~Crossbow~~ ~~firing~~ ~~roundtime~~ is ~~not~~ ~~affected by strength~~.		Crossbows have a fixed roundtime of 4 seconds for hand/light crossbows and 5 seconds for heavy crossbows, not affected by strength and regardless of aiming or sniping. Crossbows may be [[COCK]]ed prior to firing, which immediately takes 2 seconds of roundtime but will reduce the subsequent firing roundtime by 2 seconds. (For example, a light crossbow can cock for 2 seconds then fire in 2 seconds.)

	== Max Ranks and Training Point costs ==		== Max Ranks and Training Point costs ==
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	== Damage Factors and Attack versus Defense ==		== Damage Factors and Attack versus Defense ==

	{{Weapon table start}}		{{Weapon table start}}
	{{Weapon table short bow}}		{{Weapon table short bow}}
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	\|.000		\|.000
	\|0		\|0
	\| [[Puncture critical table\|Puncture]]/[[Slash critical table\|Slash]]		\| [[Puncture critical table\|Puncture]] (66%)/[[Slash critical table\|Slash]] (33%)
	\|-align=center		\|-align=center
	\|'''Blunt'''		\|'''Blunt'''
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	\| See below		\| See below
	\| +5 vs Chain/Plate		\| +5 vs Chain/Plate
	\| [[Puncture critical table\|Puncture]]/[[Slash critical table\|Slash]]		\| [[Puncture critical table\|Puncture]] (66%)/[[Slash critical table\|Slash]] (33%)
	\|-align=center		\|-align=center
	\|'''Crescent'''		\|'''Crescent'''
	\|.000		\|.000
	\| 0		\| 0
	\| [[Slash critical table\|Slash]]/[[Puncture critical table\|Puncture]]		\| [[Slash critical table\|Slash]] (83%)/[[Puncture critical table\|Puncture]] (16%)
	\|}		\|}

OM1E5GA: /* Resources */

2020-09-24T16:15:02Z

Resources

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	*[[Sighting]]		*[[Sighting]]
	*[[Starchitin's rogue sniper guide]]		*[[Starchitin's rogue sniper guide]]
			*[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Z6rt_HxSgSrmAoOwhVKmlgjG5vvSkHRn8c6CConnS7U/edit 2020 Archery Update]
			*[https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1vXaTvjynMs0yMzKWQBzWD3PExKSzvUo2De-XyPkbBGc/edit#gid=0 Combined AvD/DF of Ammo Tips]
	*[[/saved posts\|Saved posts]]		*[[/saved posts\|Saved posts]]
	*[http://www.play.net/gs4/info/armory/missileweapons.asp Missile Weapons], on Play.net		*[http://www.play.net/gs4/info/armory/missileweapons.asp Missile Weapons], on Play.net