Looking to craft better bows in Crimson Desert? The Ranged Weapons of the World – Bows, Vol. II (also called Weapons of the World Vol. II for bows) is a key crafting manual that unlocks additional bow recipes at the blacksmith.
This volume expands your options beyond basic starter bows, letting you craft mid-tier ranged weapons using timber, hides, and ores. In this guide, we’ll show the exact location of Bows Vol. II, how to grab it easily, what recipes it unlocks, and tips for other bow crafting books.
What Does Ranged Weapons of the World – Bows, Vol. II Unlock?
Once you examine (read) the book, new bow blueprints become available at any smithy (blacksmith). Typical unlocks include improved wooden or reinforced bows with better base attack, requiring common materials like:
- Timber / Fine Timber
- Thin Hide / Thick Hide
- Iron Ore or Copper Ore
These bows are great for early-to-mid game archer builds or dual-wielding ranged setups. You can later refine them for higher stats.
Note: There are multiple volumes (Vol. I, II, III+). Vol. I is often obtained earlier (e.g., from Meshley Trapsmith in Witchwoods), while Vol. II provides the next tier of recipes.
Main Location: Spire of Insight (Easiest & Most Reliable)
The most straightforward place to find Ranged Weapons of the World – Bows, Vol. II is inside the Spire of Insight, a puzzle tower tied to the Witch faction quests (Bari, the Witch of Kindness).
Step-by-Step Guide to Get It:
- Progress the Story/Faction Quests: Advance far enough to unlock access to the Silver Wolf Mountains or related Witch areas (often around Chapter 7 or during Sanctum quests). The Spire is hard to miss if you’re following Bari’s storyline.
- Locate the Spire of Insight: It’s a tall tower in the Witchwoods or nearby mountainous region (check your map for the distinctive spire icon or fast-travel nearby points).
- Enter the First Floor: Go inside the tower. As soon as you enter, look to the right side (on a shelf or desk near the entrance/walkway).
- Pick Up the Book: The crafting manual glows slightly or appears as an interactable item. Use your minimap to highlight shelves if needed — it’s right beside the path leading to the central wooden platform.
- Examine It: Open your inventory, select the book, and read/examine it to learn the recipes permanently.
Pro Tip: You don’t need to solve the full Spire of Insight puzzle (riddles involving gravestones, bowls, etc.) to grab the book. It’s available immediately on the first floor.
This location is popular because many players visit the Spire anyway for Witch faction progress or Abyss-related content.
Alternative Locations for Bows Vol. II
The book can appear in multiple spots (the game has some variability or additional copies):
- Delesyia region — Check specific map markers in Delesyia (often in buildings or towers).
- Pailune — Another variant near northern areas or ruins.
- Hernand — A rarer early-game spawn in certain houses or shops (less common for Vol. II).
If you miss it in the Spire, explore these regions or check equipment shops/merchants after progressing the story. Some volumes can also be stolen from bookshelves (equip a Thief’s Mask to enable the steal option).
Other Bow Volumes for Comparison:
- Bows Vol. I: Often from Meshley Trapsmith in Witchwoods (quest-related or stealable).
- Higher Volumes (Vol. III+): Found in Demeniss or later regions like bigger castles/cities.
How to Use the Book for Bow Crafting
- Head to any smithy (e.g., in Hernand near the central anvil icon, or other towns like Vellua/Demeniss).
- Interact with the blacksmith and go to the Craft menu.
- Switch to the Ranged Weapons or Bows tab — new recipes from Vol. II should now appear.
- Gather materials (chop trees for timber, hunt animals for hides, mine ores).
- Craft and refine your new bows using refinement stones for better Attack and stats.
Refining Tip: Combine two of the same bow at the smithy to upgrade it (no extra manual needed for basic refinement).
Tips for Bow Users in Crimson Desert
- Bows excel for ranged kiting, pulling aggro safely, or pairing with skills like Nature’s Snare.
- Pair crafted bows with Abyss Gear sockets for Wind DMG, Crit Rate, or Gale effects.
- Early-game alternative: Buy a basic bow from provisioners or equipment shops if you need one before unlocking Vol. II.
- Combine with other crafting books (One-Handed/Two-Handed Weapons of the World) for a full arsenal.
Why This Book Is Worth Finding Early
Unlocking Bows Vol. II gives you better ranged options without relying solely on drops or quests. It’s especially useful if you’re playing a hybrid build or want strong bows for companions/NPCs.
Have you found the Spire of Insight yet? Did you grab Bows Vol. II there, or did you find it in Delesyia/Pailune? Share your favorite crafted bow or other crafting book locations in the comments!
Happy crafting and hunting in Crimson Desert!
