So you’re looking to become a powerful Archer in Skyblock Dungeons? The Juju Shortbow is your key to unlocking serious damage and progression. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about using the Juju Shortbow, from early game to end game, to maximize your effectiveness as a dungeon-crawling Archer.
Early Game Juju Shortbow Domination
Getting into dungeons early as an Archer can be tricky, but the Juju Shortbow makes it achievable sooner than you think. While there aren’t a massive number of viable early-game dungeon weapons for archers, focusing on shortbows is crucial.
The Juju Shortbow itself is surprisingly accessible early on. Don’t be intimidated by Tier 1 Voidglooms! With Unstable Dragon Armor and an Aspect of the Dragons (AOTD), you can take them down and acquire this game-changing weapon.
Skyblock Juju Shortbow, a powerful early-game weapon obtainable by defeating Voidglooms.
While not a shortbow, the Venom’s Touch is another early option to consider. Although it’s not ideal due to being a regular bow, it still offers decent damage and area-of-effect (AOE) capabilities, giving you something to work with if you haven’t yet obtained a Juju Shortbow. Finally, the Spirit Bow is now a shortbow after the 0.14 update, making it a viable choice. Since shortbows are the meta for dungeon archers, the Spirit Bow can be a good stepping stone.
For armor in the early game, Unstable Dragon Armor is a strong damage-focused set. However, keep in mind it has a Catacombs level 15 requirement when used inside dungeons. If you need a dungeon-ready set right away with lower requirements, Heavy Armor is an excellent choice, only needing Catacombs level 1. For a slight damage boost over Heavy Armor, Skeleton Grunt Armor is another option. As you progress, Adaptive Armor can be a good upgrade. Despite some mixed opinions, it only requires Floor 3 completion to use in dungeons and provides a balanced mix of effective health points (EHP) and damage, making it one of the first dungeonized sets you can reliably use without high Catacombs requirements.
Mid Game Archer: Juju Shortbow and Shadow Assassin
As you transition into mid-game dungeons, the Juju Shortbow becomes absolutely essential. Prioritize obtaining this weapon if you haven’t already; it’s the primary bow you’ll be using at this stage.
For armor, Shadow Assassin Armor is a fantastic mid-game set. It provides a significant damage increase and is relatively affordable, especially if you consider substituting the chestplate. The Shadow Assassin Chestplate can be expensive, so here are some effective and budget-friendly alternatives:
The Zombie Knight Chestplate is a popular choice for damage, providing a solid boost to your offensive stats. For increased survivability (EHP), consider these chestplate options: the Werewolf Chestplate, which offers substantial defense and a valuable 10 Ferocity. The T12 Perfect Chestplate provides even more EHP, but it’s considerably more expensive, making it a choice only if you are struggling with survivability. Lastly, the Necromancer Lord Chestplate offers the second-highest EHP in the game, surpassed only by Goldor Armor, providing a tankier mid-game option.
Skyblock Shadow Assassin Armor set, a powerful and cost-effective mid-game armor for archer class in dungeons.
End Game Archer: Terminator and Beyond
Welcome to the end game, Archer! Here, you unlock the true king of Archer weapons: the Terminator. This bow is a game-changer, offering incredible damage per second (DPS), insane AOE for clearing rooms, and overall top-tier performance. The only drawback is a 4% reduction to your critical hit chance, which is easily manageable with proper setup.
While the Juju Shortbow is still usable in the end game, the Terminator significantly outclasses it in most scenarios. You also gain a crucial third weapon option: a Necron’s Blade (like a Hyperion, Valkyrie, or Astraea). While it’s not primarily for range, a Necron’s Blade provides another source of healing and excels at quickly clearing melee range mobs, making it faster for certain room clearing compared to the Terminator alone.
For end-game armor, you have several top-tier choices. Necron’s Armor is a consistently strong and recommended set, offering a great balance of damage and survivability. Maxor Armor prioritizes speed, providing less damage than Necron but allowing for incredibly fast movement and clearing. Finally, Frozen Blaze Armor is an exceptional option, delivering comparable damage to Necron Armor while also providing significantly more defense, making you much tankier in higher-level dungeons.
Skyblock Terminator Bow, the undisputed best end-game weapon for archer, offering unmatched DPS and AOE.
Essential Utility Items for Archers
Beyond weapons and armor, utility items are crucial for any successful dungeon Archer:
- Healing Wands (Zombie Slayer Rewards): These wands are essential for healing and are practically mandatory for all stages of the game.
- Zombie Sword: Slightly superior to healing wands due to its near-instant healing, but it has a cooldown, so healing wands are still needed for sustained healing.
- Radiant Orb and Mana Flux Orb: Provide valuable passive healing over a long duration. Upgrades like Plasma Flux and Overflux exist for even stronger effects, but are expensive.
- Aspect of the End (AOTE): Essential for mobility, allowing for quick teleportation around dungeons.
- Rogue Sword: Provides insane speed boosts, crucial for faster dungeon clearing and reaching secrets quickly.
- Ice Spray Wand and Voodoo Doll: The Ice Spray Wand freezes minibosses, making them easier to defeat (expensive, Catacombs 20 requirement). The Voodoo Doll offers a ranged slowing effect as a more accessible alternative.
- Stonk: Invaluable for reaching dungeon secrets and navigating through walls.
- Spirit Leap: Allows for instant teleportation to teammates, improving team coordination and efficiency.
This guide provides a solid foundation for using the Juju Shortbow and progressing as an Archer in Skyblock Dungeons. By following these recommendations, you’ll be well-equipped to dominate dungeons and contribute significantly to your team. Good luck, and happy dungeon crawling!
