Explore the stats, damage, and requirements for all bows in Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred. Find the best bow for your build, from Blackoak Bow to Windforce.
Alright, let's talk bows in Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred. You've got a whole arsenal to choose from, and each one has its own quirks. Some boost your Dexterity, others add raw damage, and a few have special effects that can really change how you play. Remember, most bows are two-handed, so you'll be sacrificing a shield, but the trade-off can be worth it depending on your combat style. We'll break down what each one offers so you can pick the best tool for the job.
Here's a look at the bows available:
| Type | Name | Traits | Damage | Dur | Reqment | Hand |
| bow | Blackoak Bow | Dex:+10 Vit:-10 Dam:+50% LR:-10% | 1-6 | 35 | str:25 dex:30 | 2 |
| bow | Bow of the Dead | Altered Dur Dex:+4 Vit:-3 TH:+10% LR:-20% | 3-6 | 30 | str:25 dex:40 | 2 |
| bow | Celestial Bow | Armor:+5 Dam:+2 | 1-6 | 35 | dex:30 | 2 |
| bow | Deadly Hunter | Mag:-5 Dam:+200% on demon TH:+20% | 3-6 | 45 | str:25 dex:40 | 2 |
| bow | Eaglehorn | Dex:+20 Dam:+100% TH:+50% | 1-10 | inf | str:30 dex:60 | 2 |
| bow | Flamedart | Fire Dam: +1-6 TH:+20% Rfir:+40% | 2-5 | 40 | str:20 dex:35 | 2 |
| bow | Fleshstinger | Dex:+15 Dam:+80% TH:+40% | 1-6 | 37 | str:25 dex:30 | 2 |
| bow | Needler | Fast Attack TH:+50% | 1-3 | 30 | none | 2 |
| bow | Rift Bow | Random Speed Dex:-3 Dam:+2 | 1-4 | 30 | none | 2 |
| bow | Windforce | Knocks Target Back Str:+5 Dam:+200% | 1-14 | 60 | str:45 dex:80 | 2 |
Tips for Choosing Your Bow
- If you're all about raw damage and don't mind the lower defense, the Messerschmidt's Reaver (though not listed in the table above, it's mentioned as an axe) is a powerful two-handed option. Just be sure you're ready to be in the thick of it, as you won't have a shield.
- For general use, bows like the Blackoak Bow or Celestial Bow offer a good balance of stats.
- If you're facing demons often, the Deadly Hunter can be a game-changer with its massive damage bonus against them.
- The Eaglehorn and Windforce are top-tier choices for high damage output and unique effects, but they come with high Dexterity and Strength requirements. Make sure you meet them before investing!
- Don't underestimate the utility bows like the Flamedart for its fire damage or the Needler for its fast attack speed if your build benefits from those specific traits.
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