In *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*, combat is a central element, and having a reliable weapon can make all the difference. After the prologue, Henry finds himself in need of better gear, and fortunately, you can acquire the Dogwood Village Bow early and at no cost.
Early Dogwood Village Bow Location in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2
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After parting ways with Hans, your next goal is to find a way into the wedding. You have the option to take a job with either a blacksmith or a miller to make yourself useful enough to attend. Even if you choose not to work as a blacksmith, the job marker on your map will guide you to the location where you can pick up the Dogwood Village Bow. If you decide to take the blacksmith job to secure an invitation to Semine's wedding, you'll also want to know how to obtain the hermit's sword, though that opportunity comes later.
The blacksmith job is located in Tachov, north of Troskowitz, where the prologue concludes and the game world opens up. Head west out of Troskowitz and follow the path as it curves north. At a fork where the main road splits and a smaller road leads west, turn right towards a cluster of trees. This spot is easy to miss as it blends in with the surrounding area. Tucked within these trees is a small training area.
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Within this cluster, you'll find a target with arrows sticking out of it. Collect these arrows for free ammunition, then look to the right side of the tree to find the Dogwood Village Bow leaning against the trunk. Additionally, you can grab some brew from the nearby stump and pick mushrooms in the area. Once you've gathered what you need, you can proceed with your current quest.
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Other Ways to Get the Dogwood Village Bow in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2
Alternatively, you can purchase the Dogwood Village Bow, though it's not the most powerful ranged weapon available. Huntsman's Son Vitek in Tachov sells it, but given its proximity to the free version, it's not worth the expense. Instead, opt for the free bow if you lack a ranged weapon. Vitek also offers other, more effective weapons, and you can earn money through alchemy by collecting herbs and brewing potions to sell.
Whether you choose the free bow or aim to buy a different weapon, having a ranged combat option is crucial, especially since you can't adjust the difficulty. The combat mechanics in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2* are similar to those in the first game, and melee combat may not appeal to everyone. As someone who prefers ranged combat, I find these weapons indispensable.
If you decide to continue to Tachov to work as a blacksmith, you can sleep and save after proving your ability to forge a sword. Otherwise, head to the miller to advance the main quest. With a ranged weapon, combat in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2* becomes more manageable.
And that's how you can obtain the free Dogwood Village Bow early in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*.
*Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*
