How To Get a Crossbow in Ark Survival Ascended

Welcome to our friendly guide on how to obtain a crossbow in Ark: Survival Ascended. In this blog post, we'll walk you through the step-by-step process of crafting a crossbow, including the resources and crafting stations you'll need. So let's dive right in!

To craft a crossbow, you will need to gather the following resources: 14 Metal, 25 Fiber, and 10 Wood. Let's discuss how to obtain each of these resources.

Metal can be obtained by smelting Metal Ingots using a Refining Forge. Metal Ingots can be found in round, smooth rocks near the water's edge. Look for these rocks and collect the Metal Ingots from them. Once you have gathered enough Metal Ingots, head to your Refining Forge. Make sure it is stocked with fuel, such as wood or thatch, and wait for the Metal Ingots to be smelted. Once the smelting process is complete, you'll have the required amount of Metal.

Next, let's talk about Fiber. Fiber can be gathered by interacting with foliage in wooded areas. Simply approach a foliage patch and press the E button on your keyboard to collect both Fiber and useful berries. Aim to gather around 25 Fiber for crafting your crossbow.

Lastly, you'll need Wood. Wood can be obtained by using either a Metal Hatchet or a Stone Axe on trees. Approach a tree and start hitting it with your tool of choice to gather Wood. You'll want to gather approximately 10 Wood for crafting your crossbow.

To craft your crossbow, you'll need access to advanced crafting stations such as a Refining Forge and a Smithy. These stations will allow you to craft more advanced items that require additional resources. Before proceeding with the crossbow crafting process, ensure that you have these stations available in your base or nearby.

The Refining Forge is used to smelt Metal Ingots from raw Metal. It requires fuel, such as wood or thatch, to operate. Make sure your Refining Forge is fueled up before attempting to smelt Metal Ingots.

The Smithy is a more advanced crafting station that allows you to craft a variety of items, including the crossbow. It requires Metal Ingots and other resources to operate. Ensure that you have the necessary resources and access to a Smithy before crafting your crossbow.

Once you have gathered the necessary resources and have access to the required crafting stations, follow these steps to craft your crossbow:

Depending on your crafting speed and the availability of resources, the crafting process may take some time. Be patient and wait for the crossbow to be crafted.

And there you have it! You've successfully crafted your crossbow in Ark: Survival Ascended.