Where is the modern bow in the forest

Modern Bow
Modern Bow
Description
Also known as Table of Contents Show Modern Bow vs Crafted Bow[] Types of Arrows[] Update history[] What cave in The Forest has the Modern Bow? Do you need the rebreather to get the Modern Bow? Does the Modern Bow do more damage in The Forest?	Recurve Bow
Added in	v0.69
Item type	Weapon
Location(s)	Cave 7 - Chasm Cave
The Forest Map
Obtained through	Collecting
Equipable	Yes
Upgradable	No
Throwable	No
Storage	Wall Weapon Rack Ground Weapon Holder Weapon Rack
Statistics
Other Effects	Strength has no effect on damage Can perform Headshots
Block ◼	N/A
Range	Ranged
Max. Stack	1
Ammunition
Uses	Arrows Bone Arrows Poison Arrows Fire Arrows Modern Arrows
Max. Capacity	1

The Modern Bow is a recurve bow. A ranged weapon utilizes arrows as ammunition. It was added to The Forest in v0.69.

Gameplay[]

The Modern Bow is essentially a more powerful version of the Crafted Bow, for a more detailed comparison, see section below.

The Modern Bow can use all the arrow types in the game. It is also capable of performing Headshots.

When holding down the attack-button, the player will draw the bow and aim the arrow forward (without a crosshair). Releasing the attack-button will fire the arrow forward. Hitting the right mouse button while the bow is drawn will release the arrow without loosing it. The longer the bow is held before loosed (up to a maximum), the farther the arrow will go. The trajectory of the arrow is slightly above the arrow rest on the bow. While looking downward at the bow while in hand, press R to toggle arrow type. You can also select the default arrow by combining the bow with the desired arrow type on the crafting mat.

It is important to note that aiming your bow requires a lot of practice. It is not wise to aim your shots with the center of the screen as the arrow is tilted at an angle. Instead, it is better to observe your arrow and imagine how it will fly through the air, accounting its position and gravity. Switching between the crafted bow and modern can make aiming more difficult due to the large differences.

It is possible to get headshots with arrows, which are an instant kill for all regular cannibals.

Location[]

The Modern Bow is located in Cave 7 - Chasm Cave

Video guide to obtaining the Modern Bow

Crafting[]

1	=	1	+	1	+
Flashlight Upgrade		Flashlight		Electrical Tape		One of these weapons

1	1	1	1
Chainsaw	Modern Bow	Crafted Bow	Flintlock Pistol

Modern Bow vs Crafted Bow[]

This table outlines the differences between the Modern Bow and the Crafted Bow

Types of Arrows[]

Normal Arrows

5	=	1	+	5
Arrows		Stick		Feathers

• It is best to use these arrows when hunting animals due to cost
• These arrows do the least amount of damage out all the arrows, though they are the cheapest to make
• It is better to use these arrows for fire or poison arrows rather than the bone arrows as bone arrows convert to normal arrows if they are changed

Bone Arrows

5	=	1	+	5	+	5
Bone Arrows		Stick		Feathers		Bones

• Bone arrows do 40% more damage than normal arrows
• If Bone arrows are used to make fire or poison arrows, they will convert to normal arrows. Avoid doing this as it wastes the bones
• Bone arrows can be collected after shot, it will say 'arrow collected' rather than 'bone arrow collected'. Though you will pick up a bone arrow

Fire Arrows

5	=	5	+	1	+	1
Fire Arrows		Any Arrows		Cloth		Booze

• After combining the arrow with booze (they will appear dark red in your inventory), press and hold L to ignite the arrow
• Shooting a cannibal with the arrow sets it on fire
• Arrows pass through cannibals allowing you to burn several at the same time
• The flaming arrow resting in the bow provides a source of light which doesn't go out, though the light source will make you visible to enemies
• Fire arrows can be collected after shot, though they will turn back into normal arrows
• Fire damage on enemies doesn't stack, wait until they are not on fire before setting them on fire again
• Adding multiple booze and cloth to fire arrows does not increase their burn length or damage, it will waste the materials
• Shooting a live rabbit with a fire arrow that has been lit will burn its skin off but it cooks it at the same time, allowing you to eat it straight away
• Enemies on hard take far less fire damage, keep this in mind

Poison Arrows

5	=	5	+	4		OR	4		OR	1		OR	1
Poison Arrows		Any Arrows		Twin Berries			Snow Berries			Amanita Mushroom			Jack Mushroom

• When an enemy is hit with a poison arrow, they will suffer a damage over time (DOT) effect - their movement and attack speed is reduced by about 20 to 25%, and it is possible that their damage output is reduced
• Poison arrows last much longer but do less damage than fire arrows
• Poisoned enemies will have a green tint to their skin
• The poison effect on poisoned arrows does not stack
• Shooting another player in game has a 100% chance of making them sick. It also adds a damage over time effect for about 20 seconds

Modern Arrows

• These arrows must be found, they cannot be crafted
• These arrows do the highest damage out of all the arrows
• They can be found in yellow crates, the same ones that hold flares.
• It is recommended by the developers that these arrows are used with the Modern Bow

Trivia[]

• The modern bow is a recurve bow based off of the Hoyt Excel riser.

Gallery[]

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  Bow Icon

Update history[]

What cave in The Forest has the Modern Bow?

Do you need the rebreather to get the Modern Bow?

Does the Modern Bow do more damage in The Forest?