Makeshift Bow

Makeshift Bow is a common variant of the Shortbows family of weapons. It is a martial ranged weapon that's wielded with both hands. It's a light weapon that anyone can dual-wield without special training.

Though nothing more than a flexible twig and a string, this makeshift bow will do in a pinch.

Properties

Damage

1d6 (1~6) + Dexterity modifier ⁠Piercing

Extra damage

1d10 (1~10) ⁠Necrotic

Details

 Shortbows

 Rarity: Common

Enchantment: None

 Two-Handed

 Light

 Dippable

 Range: 18 m / 60 ft

 Weight: 0.9 kg / 1.8 lb

 Price: 16 gp

UID

WPN_HUM_Shortbow_A_Makeshift

UUID

82992370-cb61-4381-b390-891a3a9bd075

Stats

WPN_Shortbow_Makeshift

Weapon actions

If you have proficiency, equip in main hand to gain:

 Hamstring Shot ()

Shoot an enemy in the thigh and possibly reduce their Movement Speed by 50%. ( Recharge: Short rest.)

Where to find

• Carried by  Skeleton (Animate Dead)

Notes

• This item cannot be obtained without using exploits.^[verify]
• This bow can be pickpocketed from a skeleton archer raised by the player character, when raising a specific skeleton by the  Spectator fight in the Underdark.^[verify]