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A Better Auto Crossbow Sidequest

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This page contains information for completing the Sidequest A Better Auto Crossbow in Final Fantasy XV (FFXV, FF15). Read on for more information about the Sidequest and our strategies for completing it!

Basic information of A Better Auto Crossbow

Overview

Requester Recommended Level
Cid -

How to Unlock A Better Auto Crossbow

Location Hammerhead
Unlock Condition Obtain Auto Crossbow, and complete "Cid Sophiar, Master Mechanic" sidequest.

A Better Auto Crossbow Clear Conditions and Rewards

Clear Condition Collect a Cactuar Needle and deliver it to Cid to upgrade the weapon.
Reward 2,000 EXP
Auto Crossbow Plus

How to Complete A Better Auto Crossbow

Talk to Cid

Speak with Cid to begin this sidequest. He will help you upgrade your weapon, but you need to find the item that he is asking.

Find the Cactuar Needle

To complete this sidequest, you will need a Cactuar Needle. There are two ways to get it; first is to defeat a Slactuar, and the second is to locate the exact area where you can find it.

Find the Cactuar Needle

To locate the Cactuar Needle, go to the Treasure Spot near the crossroads (Green and Orange road on the map) of Risorath Basin and The Vesperpool. Go over the highway’s fence and look for a shimmering red on the top of a big rock. Once found, pick it up to obtain a Cactuar Needle.

Upgrade to Auto Crossbow Plus

Talk to Cid by returning to Hammerhead. Hand over the Cactuar Needle to upgrade the Auto Crossbow. Upgrading this weapon will take some time; spend it by hunting or sleep at any haven. Wait for Cid's call and go back complete this sidequest.

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Cid's Quests

Cid Sophiar, Master Mechanic A Better Engine Blade A Better Engine Blade II
A Better Engine Blade III A Better Drain Lance II A Better Force Stealer
A Better Pair of Plunderers A Better Absorb Shield A Better Valiant
A Better Auto Crossbow A Better Bioblaster A Better Circular Saw
A Better Drillbreaker A Better Noiseblaster A Better Gravity Well

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