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Shadow Bolt

shadow-bolt
Category
Weapons
Subtype
magic_weapons

Overview

Shadow Bolt is a craftable magic weapon that fires a fast, homing projectile. It functions as an upgraded counterpart to Blood Bolt, trading the same general style of attack for noticeably better speed, stronger tracking, and higher damage.

Because of its projectile behavior, Shadow Bolt is especially effective in fights where keeping pressure on a moving target matters. Its homing makes it easier to land repeated hits on agile enemies, and its speed helps the bolt connect before enemies can reposition. This makes it a strong choice for magic users who want reliable damage without needing to stay perfectly aimed at every shot.

Shadow Bolt is particularly useful against the Reaper and the Cryo Queen, where its tracking and damage output perform very well. It is also a good option against the Fallen Wizard when paired with the Shadow Beam, letting both weapons work together to maintain consistent magical pressure.

  • Compared with Blood Bolt, Shadow Bolt has faster projectiles, better homing, and higher damage.
  • Its homing behavior makes it strong against mobile or evasive enemies.
  • It is a craftable weapon, making it available through progression rather than drops alone.
  • It is one of the better magic weapons for the Reaper, the Cryo Queen, and the Fallen Wizard when combined with Shadow Beam.

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