One-Eyed Bow at a Glance
- Dropped by a boss. The One-Eyed Archer, in the east of Meigu Lake, drops it.
- Ranged Phantom Edge. Occupying the Phantom Edge slot with a Ranged classification, it supplements your two main weapons with attacks from distance.
- Death-ray bolts. Strong death-ray projectiles, launched from far away, make up its attacks.
- Hits harder than the Feather Bow. Level 1 damage is 214 versus 180 for the Feather Bow, though its Guard Break is lower, at 162 versus 164.
- Abilities by level. Levels 10, 20 and 30 raise the rank of Piercing Ray, while Death Ray is gained at 5 and Death Gaze at 15.
Overview
Belonging to the One-Eyed Archer, the One-Eyed Bow is a Ranged Phantom Edge that shoots death-ray bolts.
A prize from a Meigu Lake boss, it beats the other bow-type Phantom Edge at level 1. The Feather Bow is handed out early as a quest reward, whereas this one is earned in a Meigu Lake fight and delivers more damage with every shot.
Attacking from a distance is its job. Death Ray, Piercing Ray, Death Gaze and Thousand-Eyed Gaze are added while it levels. When picking a ranged edge, weigh it against the Feather Bow, Loong Trident and Flying Dagger.
Stats at Level 1
Because Phantom Blade Zero has no published 0–100 bars for stats, this page gives the weapon's numbers as they stand at level 1.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Weapon type | Ranged Phantom Edge |
| Wielder | Soul |
| Damage | 214 |
| Guard Break | 162 |
| How to obtain | Beat the One-Eyed Archer at Meigu Lake to get it. |
| Added in | Base game |
These numbers are taken from values the game itself lists for level 1; they were not confirmed through play.
How to Obtain
Before you start:
- Beat the One-Eyed Archer in Meigu Lake
- Go to the east side of Meigu Lake and locate the One-Eyed Archer.
- Beat him. Winning the fight gives you the bow as its reward.
How It Plays
Strong death-ray projectiles are what the One-Eyed Bow shoots from far off. Its moveset consists of one Ranged Shot.
Perks gained by levelling
At level 5 you get Death Ray, and at level 15 Death Gaze. Thousand-Eyed Gaze arrives at level 25, while Piercing Ray opens at level 10 and gets better at levels 20 and 30.
Upgrade Paths and Versions
Perks from levelling
Every upgrade adds one weapon level, and the abilities below unlock at the levels given.
| Name | Effect | Unlock |
|---|---|---|
| Death Ray | Level 5 | |
| Piercing Ray | Three ranks. | Levels 10, 20 and 30 |
| Death Gaze | Level 15 | |
| Thousand-Eyed Gaze | Level 25 |
Soul Tempering
Tempering the soul produces the Rapid Shot outcome.
| Name | Effect | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Rapid Shot | What Soul Tempering produces for the One-Eyed Bow. | Eye of Insight |
Materials for upgrading
Ancient Timber pays for the first tier of level-ups, followed by Camphor Timber and Forbidden Camphor Timber, with Remnant Dust needed throughout.
| Name |
|---|
| Ancient Timber |
| Camphor Timber |
| Forbidden Camphor Timber |
Pros, Cons and Ideal Situations
Strengths
- Powerful shots strike enemies from a distance.
- The Feather Bow does less damage than it at level 1.
- Upgrading earns Piercing Ray three ranks.
Weaknesses
- At level 1 the Feather Bow has the better Guard Break (164 against 162).
Best used for
- Attacking from a distance.
Weapon Comparison
| Weapon | Damage (level 1) | Guard Break (level 1) | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-Eyed Bow | 214 | 162 | One-Eyed Archer, Meigu Lake |
| Feather Bow | 180 | 164 | Old Archer, Weeping Creek Valley |
| Loong Trident | 195 | 175 | You Loong, Meigu Lake |
| Flying Dagger | 251 | 216 | Quick Hand Zhang, Crimson Forest |
More Ranged Phantom Edges
Feather Bow
A Ranged Phantom Edge from Weeping Creek Valley, mended from a broken bow by the Old Archer at the Outpost. It brings down hanging objects and does extra damage to enemies with full health.
View weapon ↗Flying Dagger
A Ranged Phantom Edge made up of thrown knives that accumulate poison, obtained by bringing treasures back to Quick Hand Zhang in the Crimson Forest.
View weapon ↗Goldblaze
Quick Hand Zhang gives Soul this pure-gold firelock Phantom Edge in Pangzhen after his treasures are returned. It provides a ranged shot that can be fired while moving.
View weapon ↗Frequently Asked Questions
How is the One-Eyed Bow acquired?
Beat the One-Eyed Archer in the east of Meigu Lake.
Does it equal the Feather Bow?
No, the two are distinct Phantom Edges, differing in stats and where they come from.
Does the One-Eyed Bow count as a main weapon?
No. Instead it fills a Phantom Edge slot, being of the Ranged variety.