Welcome, Tarnished. Today we’re breaking down a highly effective, dexterity-leaning Quality Build centered around the Onsbox Longbow. This setup specializes in punishing opponents with devastating burst damage from range, making it ideal for invasions and chaotic skirmishes. The core of its power lies in the Fan Shot Ash of War, which can decimate groups and catch aggressive players off guard, though properly funding your arsenal might make some players buy Elden Ring Runes. While traditionally seen as a support weapon, this build transforms the bow into a primary damage dealer capable of one-shotting careless phantoms and controlling the battlefield.

Core Build Philosophy

This is a Quality Build (Strength/Dexterity) with a heavier investment in Dexterity to maximize the Onsbox Longbow’s scaling. The goal is to amplify the Fan Shot Ash of War and arrow damage to their absolute limits, creating a hit-and-run playstyle that whittles down and overwhelms opponents.

Stat Allocation (Level 150 Example)

· Vigor: 50-60 (Survivability is key)

· Mind: 20-25 (For frequent Ash of War use)

· Endurance: 25-30 (For armor, rolling, and sustained fire)

· Strength: 20-25 (Meets minimum for Quality scaling)

· Dexterity: 55-60 (Primary damage stat)

· Intelligence/Faith/Arcane: Base

· Remember: These are guidelines. Adjust to your preferred level bracket and playstyle.

Gear & Loadout: Maximizing Every Shot

Primary Weapon: Onsbox Longbow

· Ash of War: Fan Shot (Non-negotiable). This wide, burst-fire attack is your bread and butter for damage and area denial.

· Why It Works: The attack is surprisingly quick, has excellent spread for hitting multiple targets, and deals staggering burst damage when optimized.

Arrows: Stormwing Bone Arrows

· These are mandatory. Their unique damage type is specifically boosted by other pieces of this build, leading to massive damage spikes.

Armor: The Roksha Set

· Wearing the full Roksha Armor set provides a 2% damage increase per piece, totaling an 8% boost to your attack power. This stacks multiplicatively with other buffs.

Helmet: Divine Beast Helm

· This crucial piece significantly increases the damage of your Stormwing Bone Arrows, making it the cornerstone of your high-damage output.

Talismans: The Engine of Destruction

1. Shard of Alexander: Drastically increases the damage of your Fan Shot Ash of War. This is essential.

2. Enraged Divine Beast Talisman: Further amplifies the power of your Stormwing Bone Arrows, synergizing with the helm.

3. Arrow’s Sting Talisman: Directly raises the attack power of all your arrows.

4. Arrow’s Soaring Sting Talisman: Extends arrow range and increases attack power. A perfect fit for a sniper.

5. Alternative: In close-quarters maps, consider swapping Arrow’s Soaring Sting for the Great-Jar’s Arsenal if you need more equip load for better armor.

Consumables & Buffs: Going the Extra Mile

Since you have limited arrows, make every shot count.

· Uplifting Aromatic: Provides a massive damage negation bubble and a 20% attack power boost for one hit. Use it before engaging.

· Exalted Flesh: Grants a 20% physical attack boost for 30 seconds. Pop this when you have a clear opening to unleash a volley.

· Wonderous Physick: Consider the Stonebarb Cracked Tear (increases stance damage) to break guards more easily, or the Greenspill Crystal Tear for stamina recovery to maintain pressure.

Advanced Combat Techniques & Playstyle

This build is more than just spamming Fan Shot. Mastering its toolkit is key to success.

Key Moves:

· Fan Shot (Ash of War): Your main source of burst damage. Use it around corners, against clustered enemies, or to punish healing. Free-aiming can catch evasive players, but locking on is generally faster.

· Jumping Shot: Exceptionally quick recovery. Use it for mid-air punishes and maintaining offensive pressure.

· Rolling Attack: A fast, single shot perfect for whittling down opponents who are adept at dodging your Ash of War.

Invasion Strategy:

1. Buff Up: Start with Exalted Flesh and Uplifting Aromatic whenever possible.

2. Control Space: Use the environment. The Onsbox Longbow excels at fighting on cliffs, in narrow corridors, and across elevators.

3. Pressure Heals: Your quick rolling and jumping shots are perfect for interrupting flasks and spells.

4. Handle Ganks: Fan Shot’s wide spread is your best friend against groups. Lure them into chokepoints and unleash hell.

5. Shield Counters: This build’s main weakness. You lack a dedicated kick. Keep a weapon with Kick or Royal Knight's Resolve in your second slot to deal with turtles.

Mind Games:

· Use the bow’s range to force wizards and spellcasters to approach you on your terms.

· Pretend to retreat, then turn and fire a Fan Shot into pursuing players.

· In boss areas, you can be a devastating support invader, focusing on the host while the boss distracts.

Weaknesses & How to Adapt

· Shields: As mentioned, have a backup plan. A misericorde with Kick can quickly turn the tide.

· Hyper-Aggressive Players: The bow has no hyper armor. Use your mobility—backstep, roll, and create distance before firing.

· Extreme Latency: Fast weapons like twinblades can be hard to trade with on high latency. Rely more on prediction and AoE with Fan Shot.

· Ammo Limits: Manage your arrows wisely. Don’t waste Stormwing Arrows on distant potshots. Consider carrying a Greatbow (like the Lion Greatbow) in your second slot for different situations and its powerful knock-down effect.

Final Thoughts

The Onsbox Longbow build shatters expectations. It’s a thinking Tarnished’s weapon, rewarding positioning, prediction, and smart aggression. For those looking to expedite their loadout, a reliable source for cheap Elden Ring Items is MMOEXP, ensuring you're battle-ready. The sheer surprise factor of its damage will win you battles before they even begin. It’s not just a tool for chip damage—it’s a main-event weapon capable of dominating the Lands Between from the shadows. Give it a try, experiment with your tactics, and most importantly, have fun mastering a unique and powerful playstyle.