Weapon Overview
The Infernal Crossbow is one of the most powerful ranged weapons in 99 Nights in the Forest, a Roblox survival horror game where players must endure increasingly dangerous nights in a cursed forest.
This demonic weapon channels hellfire energy to launch devastating projectiles that can incinerate even the toughest enemies. Unlike standard crossbows, the Infernal Crossbow deals bonus fire damage and has a chance to ignite targets, causing damage over time.
The weapon becomes essential for surviving the later nights (70+) when enemies become more resistant to conventional weapons and the cold environments of northern snow biomes require fire-based weaponry.
Acquisition & Crafting
Obtaining the Infernal Crossbow requires completing a challenging questline and gathering rare components from dangerous locations.
Questline Requirements
To unlock the ability to craft the Infernal Crossbow, players must:
- Reach Night 50 or higher
- Complete the "Embers of the Damned" questline
- Rescue at least 3 of the 4 missing children
- Defeat the Fire Elemental boss in the volcanic region
Crafting Materials
Once the questline is complete, gather these rare materials:
| Material | Quantity | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Hellforged Alloy | 5 | Volcanic Caves (Fire Elemental drops) |
| Phoenix Feather | 3 | High altitude nests or fire-based enemies |
| Demonic Essence | 10 | Cultist Summoning Rituals (Night 40+) |
| Reinforced Crossbow Frame | 1 | Crafted or found in sunken ships |
| Infernal Core | 1 | Final reward from "Embers of the Damned" quest |
Crafting Process
With all materials gathered, craft the Infernal Crossbow at:
- Reach Campfire Level 6
- Use a Demon-Infused Anvil (unlocked through questline)
- Combine materials during a Blood Moon for 25% increased stats
- Temper the crossbow in Lava Falls for final enhancement
Crafting Tip
Attempt the crafting process during a Blood Moon event. The infernal energies are stronger during this time, resulting in a crossbow with 25% improved stats.
Statistics & Enchantments
The Infernal Crossbow boasts impressive base stats and can be enhanced with powerful enchantments.
Base Statistics
Special Properties
- Hellfire Ignition - 35% chance to set targets on fire, dealing 10 damage per second for 5 seconds
- Demonic Piercing - Bolts penetrate through up to 3 enemies
- Soul Harvest - Killing enemies with this weapon has a 15% chance to restore 5 health
- Fear Effect - Lesser enemies have a chance to flee when hit by the crossbow
Compatible Enchantments
The Infernal Crossbow can be enhanced with these powerful enchantments:
Optimal Enchantment Combo
For maximum effectiveness, prioritize Quick Charge, Multishot, and Flame enchantments. This combination significantly increases your damage output and crowd control capabilities.
Ammunition Types
The Infernal Crossbow can fire various specialized bolts, each with unique properties and effects.
Standard ammunition. Deals bonus fire damage and has a chance to ignite targets.
Deals extra damage to ethereal and ghost-type enemies. Steals 5% of damage as health.
Contrary fire and ice damage. Slows targets by 40% for 3 seconds.
Chains lightning to 3 nearby enemies. Decreases their accuracy by 25%.
Crafting Ammunition
Basic Hellfire Bolts can be crafted at any workbench with:
- 1 Iron Ingot - Mined from iron deposits or obtained from salvaged items
- 2 Demon Essence - Dropped by cultists and demonic enemies
- 1 Blaze Powder - Crafted from Blaze Petals found near thermal vents
Ammunition Comparison
| Bolt Type | Damage | Special Effect | Crafting Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hellfire Bolts | 45-62 | 35% ignite chance | Low |
| Soulreaver Bolts | 50-60 | Life steal vs undead | Medium |
| Frostburn Bolts | 40-55 | 40% slow effect | Medium |
| Stormcaller Bolts | 35-70 | Chain lightning | High |
Combat Strategies
Mastering the Infernal Crossbow requires understanding its strengths, weaknesses, and optimal usage scenarios.
Optimal Engagement Tactics
Kiting Enemies
Use the crossbow's range to engage enemies from a distance. Back away while reloading to maintain safe distance.
Priority Targeting
Focus on high-value targets like cultists, special enemies, and ice-based creatures that are vulnerable to fire.
Choke Point Defense
Use the piercing property to hit multiple enemies lined up in narrow passages or doorways.
Ignition Strategy
Apply the burning effect to multiple targets, then focus on unaffected enemies while the damage over time works.
Class Synergies
The Infernal Crossbow works exceptionally well with certain character classes:
- Hunter - Enhanced ranged damage and critical strike chance synergizes perfectly with the crossbow
- Pyromancer - Bonus fire damage and ignition effects significantly increase the weapon's effectiveness
- Scout - Improved mobility helps maintain optimal distance for crossbow use
- Tactician - Enhanced crowd control abilities complement the crossbow's area denial capabilities
Weapon Comparisons
| Weapon | Damage | Fire Rate | Range | Special |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Infernal Crossbow | 45-62 | Slow | Long | Fire Damage, Piercing |
| Standard Crossbow | 30-40 | Slow | Long | None |
| Hunting Bow | 25-35 | Medium | Medium | None |
| Flintlock Pistol | 35-45 | Very Slow | Medium | High Single Shot |
Advanced Techniques
- Reload Cancelling - Switch to another weapon and back during the reload animation to slightly reduce effective reload time
- Environmental Ignition - Use the crossbow to ignite flammable objects and create temporary fire barriers
- Prediction Shooting - Lead moving targets at long range to account for bolt travel time
- Ammo Conservation - Switch to melee weapons for weaker enemies to preserve specialized bolts for tough encounters
Weakness Awareness
While powerful, the Infernal Crossbow has a slow reload time and is less effective against fire-resistant enemies. Always carry a backup weapon for such situations.