99 Nights in the Forest Weapons & Tools Guide

Essential Weapons and Tools

While the Deer is invincible, cultists and other creatures are not. Your choice of weapons and tools can significantly impact your survival chances in 99 Nights in the Forest. This comprehensive guide details every piece of equipment, from the Ranger's Revolver to the Assassin's Katana, explaining how to get them and use them effectively.

Understanding the strengths and weaknesses of each weapon is crucial for effective combat. Different situations call for different tools, and having the right equipment at the right time can mean the difference between victory and defeat.

Melee Weapons

Stone Axe

Damage: High | Speed: Medium | Range: Short

The Stone Axe is one of the most versatile melee weapons in the game. It offers excellent damage output and can be used effectively against both single targets and groups. Crafted at a Level 3 Workbench.

Wooden Spear

Damage: Medium | Speed: Fast | Range: Medium

The Wooden Spear provides extended reach, making it ideal for keeping enemies at bay. Its fast attack speed allows for quick follow-up strikes. Crafted at a Level 2 Workbench.

Katana

Damage: Very High | Speed: Fast | Range: Short

The Katana is one of the most powerful melee weapons in the game. Its exceptional damage and speed make it devastating against single targets. Rare drop from high-level cultists.

Ranged Weapons

Wooden Bow

Damage: Medium | Speed: Slow | Range: Long

The Wooden Bow allows you to engage enemies from a distance. While it requires arrows as ammunition, it's excellent for picking off cultists before they reach your base. Crafted at a Level 3 Workbench.

Ranger's Revolver

Damage: High | Speed: Medium | Range: Long

The Ranger's Revolver is a powerful ranged weapon with limited ammunition. Each shot deals significant damage, making it ideal for taking out high-priority targets. Rare drop from elite cultists.

Crossbow

Damage: Very High | Speed: Slow | Range: Long

The Crossbow is the most powerful ranged weapon in the game. Its bolts deal massive damage but fire slowly. Excellent for precision shots against tough enemies. Crafted at a Level 4 Workbench.

Tools and Utilities

Flashlight

Essential for night navigation and Deer deterrence. Keep it charged and always have a backup power source.

Bear Trap

Critical for base defense. Place strategically around your perimeter to slow down or eliminate cultist attackers.

Workbench

The foundation of your crafting operations. Upgrade it as soon as possible to unlock advanced recipes.

Weapon Acquisition Guide

Crafting

Many weapons can be crafted at Workbenches once you have the required resources:

  • Wooden Spear: 10 Wood, 5 Stone (Level 2 Workbench)
  • Wooden Bow: 20 Wood, 10 Stone, 5 Rope (Level 3 Workbench)
  • Stone Axe: 15 Wood, 20 Stone, 5 Rope (Level 3 Workbench)
  • Crossbow: 20 Wood, 15 Metal, 10 Stone (Level 4 Workbench)

Loot Drops

Powerful weapons like the Katana and Ranger's Revolver are rare drops from cultist enemies:

  • Katana: Rare drop from elite cultists during major attacks
  • Ranger's Revolver: Very rare drop from boss-level cultists
  • Upgraded tools: Occasionally found in supply crates

Combat Tips

When fighting cultists, prioritize targets that pose the greatest threat to your base. Use ranged weapons to eliminate enemies before they reach your defenses, and switch to melee for close-quarters combat. Learn more about effective combat strategies in our gameplay guide.