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[Bane]

Hi,

 

I was discussing an idea with a friend on main regarding the Jungle Bow having modifiers for the Ercule Swamp and Genderas?

 

Rangers are kinda boring to train as typically you would only train them in dessy/zeum, this would help with the grind and also open up some fun alternatives I feel.

 

Thanks.

 

[Gaddy]

I would like to see this changed as well. The Jungle Bow is specifically designed for training rangers based out of the mid-level areas. It really should have damage multipliers for Swamp and Genderas.

Similar to wanting to see GM improvements for rangers, but far less impactful except for having better training. This would enable rangers to train with other classes in the designed mid-level training spaces. It would be really nice.

[Bane]

Bump! Come on, this is a great idea!

[Stig]

Apologies - this got buried and overlooked.  It does actually seem pretty sound given how hard it is to craft in the first place.  I'll give this a deeper look when I get back home tonight.

[Gaddy]

1. Could Jungle Bow both add most Swamp, Gendreas, and Cauldron of Shadows monsters?
(Im looking at Wiki; so maybe Im outdated and updated were made, but Razorback seems like Boar but wasnt on the table. Sorry if the additions are already made but missed by me.)

 

Got to login tonight and see that Jungle Bow has been greatly improved on this front already! Very nice!

I've updated the Nightmist Wiki.

 

However, feel like it is still worth asking if the damage table be improved to x2-4 on particular monsters to have it more competitive with Torch or Machete for other classes?
Things like Boar, Razorbacks, Ankhegs, and Hydras others seem like fodder for a ranger. While Elephant or Giant Snapper Turtles probably are not x4 type options. But I would love to see rangers get a true boost.

The changes could pair with a BD reduction if there are balance concerns?
Perhaps lowering to level 12 or 17 equipment as well?
Just giving rangers the comparable option would be great!


Side note: Ive tested Avengers Crossbow in Chronos now. The x2 works pretty well, but training in Chronos is kind of toxic (traps, camouflage, poison, and faster thirst just kill any ability to groove for me.)
I think the main hassle is actually camouflage; then traps are way too common. Poison makes sense and isnt crazy high and thirst is a must for desert settings.
It is still nice to have the option and creates new things to figure out and try to work though! Thank you for bringing over some training weapons for Main!

[Gaddy]

Or perhaps the x2-4 could be a level 25 upgrade?
Taking Jungle Bow to Tribesmans Bow or the sort with Ivory Tusk, Hydra Thorn, Cloven Hoof type of items from around the jungles.