Crossbow

The Crossbow is a ranged weapon in 99 Nights in the Forest that fires along a ballistic trajectory, meaning its bolts arc and drop over distance rather than flying perfectly straight. That single detail changes how you use it: you aim slightly above and lead your target, especially at range, because gravity pulls the shot down before it lands.

On paper it hits for 30 damage per bolt, a respectable figure that lets it threaten wolves and other mid-tier threats without forcing you into melee range. The arcing flight rewards patience and good positioning, so it shines when you can fire from elevation or from behind cover at an approaching enemy, and it punishes panicky close-quarters spraying where the drop is awkward to compensate for.

Is it worth grabbing? For players who prefer to deal with the forest's dangers from a safe distance, yes. The 30-damage hit is meaningful, and keeping enemies at arm's length is itself a survival advantage when health is scarce. Just respect the trajectory: practice the arc on easy targets before you stake a tense night on it, and pair it with a reliable melee backup for when something closes the gap faster than you can reload.