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* Head shots deal double damage, so get them if you can. The enemy's neck also counts as a headshot. With practise you can also score a headshot against an enemy holding up a shield by aiming just above his helmet—the arc should carry the arrow down just enough to penetrate. | * Head shots deal double damage, so get them if you can. The enemy's neck also counts as a headshot. With practise you can also score a headshot against an enemy holding up a shield by aiming just above his helmet—the arc should carry the arrow down just enough to penetrate. | ||
* Just because you see an opening behind your opponent's shield doesn't mean you can hit them. The shield's hit box extends slightly beyond its visible region, and will catch any arrows aimed near the very edge. Instead, aim for a part that can't be covered by that shield type. Enemies with round shields have no leg protection. | * Just because you see an opening behind your opponent's shield doesn't mean you can hit them. The shield's hit box extends slightly beyond its visible region, and will catch any arrows aimed near the very edge. Instead, aim for a part that can't be covered by that shield type. Enemies with round shields have no leg protection. | ||
* If you've nocked an arrow that's no longer needed you don't have to waste it; just hit block ({{mouse|r}}) | * If you've nocked an arrow that's no longer needed you don't have to waste it; just hit block ({{mouse|r}}) to disengage it. This is a crucial skill for conserving ammunition. | ||
* When buying arrows, be sure to buy the "big bag" variety if you can afford it; you get a handful of extra arrows for a slight bit more, and these can make all the difference. | * When buying arrows, be sure to buy the "big bag" variety if you can afford it; you get a handful of extra arrows for a slight bit more, and these can make all the difference. | ||
* Don't skimp when buying arrows. Bent arrows are pointless and will make your aim even worse. Bodkin or Khergit arrows deal +3 damage and are well worth the higher price. | * Don't skimp when buying arrows. Bent arrows are pointless and will make your aim even worse. Bodkin or Khergit arrows deal +3 damage and are well worth the higher price. | ||