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Shortbow Stats, Effects and Location

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Shortbow is a Common/Rare Ranged Weapon in the game Minecraft Dungeons. Learn about the Stats and Effects of Shortbow, and what Missions it appears as a Gear Drop!

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Shortbow Stats and Effects

Shortbow
Shortbow Image
Effects -
Power Shortbow 3249761 Stat
Speed Shortbow 3249758 Stat
Ammo Shortbow 3249760 Stat
Base Quiver Size 105

Description

“The preferred weapon of thieves and rogues, the Shortbow is nimble and lethal at short range.”

-- In-game description

Shortbow Tier Ranking

Shortbow Weapon Rank

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Fast firing bow that can deal good damage at a fast pace. Its speed is great for activating Enchantments.

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How to Get Shortbow

Missions Containing the Shortbow

The Shortbow can appear as a Gear Drop in the following Missions.

No. Mission
5 Cacti Canyon (Adventure, Apocalypse)
7 Desert Temple

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