@philmakerguy so far the only class mod that uses bowcasters is the Puella Magi class by this same author

If only it's compatible with the Cross Weapon Training mod.
https://steamhost.cn/steamcommunity_com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1244140317

I wish I read the upgrade bit, such a shame it doesn't...

So are there actually any classes in the workshop that would use this mod? If there are I can't find them.

@Alterd-Rushnano

Why exactly your other mod which changes boltcasters into a proper category not linked in this one's page?

Like, I literally spent an hour trying to find out which type of weapon the bolt casters were, so I could equip them to my custom class, only to find out that you DO have other mod that does that, but it's not linked here.

Like... dude...

And the other mod has this one as a requirement, while it needed to be true the other way around!

Or at least mention the freaking thing on your description! lolololol


Anyway, great mod man. Thanks to you, I'll be able to do a sick edit, and perhaps even an entire custom class for the workshop. Just wished you had the category changer mod linked here.

@Gliscor96 as the Author says, this is a tier 0 weapon. Once you get the Bolt caster, you start to use that instead, as it is stronger and has upgrades. This is for classes to use BEFORE having a bolt caster available.

does this weapon have upgrade tiers like other weapons? or does it just stay the same no matter what?

DRK, if you have the mod for specilized ammo types, you can choose an exploding bullet to be used with this.

please tell me you can put an explosive tip on the end of that.... it would be a late game upgrade of course but an amazing one.

Do I need to start a new game before this shows up?

中文翻译（Chinese Translation）

[Crossbow_CV X2WeaponTemplate]
FriendlyName="复合十字弓"
FriendlyNamePlural="复合十字弓"
BriefSummary="它是一种特殊的远程武器，使用机械结构发射大型弩箭，能够穿透敌人的护甲，造成流血；但是其射速受到了限制。这种武器无法再升级改进了，因为也没有必要。"
TacticalText="<Bullet/> 复合十字弩是XCOM唯一能够自行供应的弩枪。\n<Bullet/> 每次攻击命中都必然造成出血。 \n<Bullet/> 发射一枚高杀伤力的弹丸，但每次射击后必须重新装弹。\n<Bullet/> 复合十字弩没有下一层武器升级。但是，提供5个武器附件插槽。"
AbilityDescName="弩枪"

[BoltMelee X2AbilityTemplate]
LocFriendlyName="弩箭冲刺"
LocHelpText="用你的弩箭对敌人发动冲刺，保证命中；4回合冷却。"
LocLongDescription="用你的弩箭对敌人发动冲刺，保证命中；4回合冷却。"
LocFlyOverText="弩箭冲刺"

@ N.C.V add this to RPGO config file as listed below.

+AllowedWeapons=(SlotType=eInvSlot_PrimaryWeapon, WeaponType="boltcaster")

Compatible with RPGO yet?

@Swanky
no. But I'm going to expand the 'harpoon gun' to a realistic size.

Is there a way to have the bolt have a more realistic size?

[mod developer notes]
https://steamhost.cn/steamcommunity_com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1773420239

HotChocletyLez has created a wonderful crossbow mode. As a result, I want to change the concept of this mode.- by Harpoon Gun.

@HotChocletyLez
THX! :-D I will try.

Actually adding this to RPG Overhaul is very easy. In the config folder for this mod, open XComClassData.ini and at the end add:

[UniversalSoldier X2SoldierClassTemplate]
+AllowedWeapons=(SlotType=eInvSlot_PrimaryWeapon, WeaponType="boltcaster")

That will allow RPGO soldiers to use this weapon without issue

[mod developer notes]
Sorry, but I can not handle content related to RPG overhaul. This has clearly exceeded what I can afford with my ability. Because of this, all the mods I make appear to be incompatible with the RPG overhaul.

Are you taking any paid job? i want some modifications for this mod for my personal gameplay.

Confused how to add this to RPG overhaul.

And ~what~ weapon training mod?

Already mentioned how to make any class at any time below, use the weapon training mod, add the script mentioned above to the weapon training mod and add it to one of the weapon classes you can train and once the soldier teaches one of the weapon perks it will know how to use a boltcaster.

still cant give it to all of my soldiers for the rpg overhaul...

I love this but it all so lacks the damage other weapons do.

I wish there was a crossbow user class. nice job!.

i'm still a lil lost as to how to add this to my game. all my troops have the rpg mod so no real specific classes

I wonder if you can add something that adds a crossbow section to the Cross Weapon’s training mod. Then even if a modded class doesn’t know how to use crossbows, you can train them to do so.

there should be different kinds of bolts for this weapon to make it shine:

ie,
boxing glove bolt - guaranteed to knockout target for 2 turns
explosive bolt - does 4 additional damage to everything within 3 square radius
AP bolts - ignores armor, 50% chance to penetrate and hit enemies behind.
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.
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Is there a way to add this weapon to an existing save?

@mertier: usually classifies it as a rifle as well, so any class who can use one can use it, or anyone you train to, with realitymachina's weapon training mod.

@Snip3s +AllowedWeapons=(SlotType=eInvSlot_PrimaryWeapon, WeaponType="boltcaster")

Since crossbows don't make a lot of noise, it would be cool if this were a stealth weapon, a la Musashi's stealth overhaul/tactical suppressors implementation.

hey dude i like the prospect but what catagory of weapon is it like is it a rifle sniper rifle etc: i need to add it to another mod so i can use it so i need the information.

@altered-rushnano

Great Work , i love it. Perfect for my Predator Outfits. I hope someone will make a real Bow Weapon with Arrows. But this one here is very nice..Thank you !

Nice. Now all we need is someone to make a full on bow. Quick suggestion, if someone is using the Stealth Overhaul mod/silencer mod, this weapon should come pre-equipped with silencer like ability, (which can be further enhanced with whatever a silencer for a crossbow would look like.)

might wanna figure out a way to make the projectile smaller so it actually looks like the Crossbow could feasibly fire it.

One would figure magnetic tech might help the Crossbow fire bolts farther...

noice, Tactical Crossbow :D

Pelandes @
This mode does not require alien Hunter DLC.
I made this weapon using as much of the original content as possible.

Panther @
:-D


[...hold on, Why do not you have a name???]@
nope. This is close to a tier 0 volt caster. The feature you mentioned is not supported.

Is this a stealth weapon? I.E. does it use the Reaper chance to reveal mechanic?

Now all we need is someone to make Wookie Character models

Can this mod be used without the Alien Hunter DLC?
If that is not the case, you should list is as such in the Required DLC tags.

CoP@
Yes. :-)

Looks nice

For anyone confused because of the confusing wording, this is a Tier 0 Boltcaster for custom classes that use the Boltcaster as their primary weapon, so they aren't left without a primary until they unlock the actual boltcasters

you might want to reword 'does' to 'do'. none-the-less, nice mod

I smell a class setup just for this weapon and the three tiers for it as well. I love new classes and new weapons to go with it. Js

Now this is interesting...