====== Elven Bow ======

{{ rpd:images:elven_bow_item.png|Elven Bow }}

The **Elven Bow** is a unique missile weapon in Remixed Dungeon, primarily associated with the Elf hero class. It is the starting weapon for the Elf class and provides powerful ranged combat capabilities.

==== Item Overview ====
  * **Type:** Missile Weapon (Bow)
  * **Tier:** Special (Starting weapon for Elf class)
  * **Rarity:** Unique
  * **Special Effect:** High damage and accuracy, special bonuses for the Elf class
  * **Usage:** Requires ammunition such as arrows to fire
  * **Price:** Not sold in shops

==== Special Mechanics ====
  * **High Damage:** Deals more damage than standard starting weapons
  * **Class Synergy:** The Elf class can use this weapon without penalty despite it being a higher-tier weapon
  * **Accuracy Bonus:** Provides better accuracy compared to other ranged weapons
  * **Accuracy Scaling:** Gets more accurate with upgrades: 15% more accuracy per upgrade level (acuFactor = 1 + level() * 0.15)
  * **Damage Scaling:** Gets more damage with upgrades: 30% more damage per upgrade level (dmgFactor = 1 + level() * 0.3)
  * **Enchantment:** Can be upgraded using Scrolls of Upgrade, with special properties when enchanted
  * **Curse:** Can be cursed, which would generally reduce its effectiveness
  * **Durability:** Unlike regular throwing weapons, does not break after use
  * **Visual Name:** Uses "WoodenBow" visual model

==== Strategy ====
  * Excellent for ranged combat, allowing safe engagement of enemies
  * Perfect for the Elf class, which can use it without strength penalty
  * Allows for hit-and-run tactics against dangerous enemies
  * Good for softening up enemies before melee combat
  * Essential for fighting enemies that are dangerous in close combat
  * Very effective when combined with various arrow types for special effects
  * Enables safe handling of dangerous enemies from across the room
  * Allows for kiting enemies effectively in corridors
  * The accuracy and damage bonuses from upgrades make it very powerful at higher levels

==== Obtaining ====
  * Starting equipment for the Elf hero class
  * Extremely rare to find outside of being an Elf class
  * Cannot be purchased in shops
  * Has an extremely low chance to appear as random loot

==== Effect ====
The Elven Bow is implemented as a special bow with a base damage factor of (1 + level * 0.3) and accuracy factor of (1 + level * 0.15), meaning it gets significantly more effective with upgrades. It has a base damage of 1-2, and +1 delay bonus.

According to the game's string resources: "An exceptional example of elven craftsmanship. It's clearly more effective and accurate than a regular wooden bow."

==== Code References ====
  * **Java Implementation:** [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/nyrds/pixeldungeon/items/common/ElvenBow.java|ElvenBow.java]]
  * **Bow Base Class:** [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/nyrds/pixeldungeon/items/guts/weapon/ranged/Bow.java|Bow.java]]
  * **String resources:** [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/res/values/strings_all.xml#L1386-L1388|ElvenBow_Name, ElvenBow_Info, ElvenBow_Gender]]

==== Related Items ====
  * [[en:rpd:missile_weapons|Missile Weapons]] - Information about all missile weapons
  * [[en:rpd:weapons|All Weapons]] - General information about weapons
  * [[en:rpd:elf_class|Elf Class]] - The class that specializes in this weapon
  * [[en:rpd:arrows|Arrows]] - Ammunition for bows
  * [[en:rpd:ranged_weapons|Ranged Weapons]] - Information about ranged combat

{{tag> rpd items weapons bows missile elf}}