MapleStory Classic Crossbowman
Also called Bowman - Crossbowman
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Crossbowman is a second-job Bowman branch with the hardest-hitting attack in the Bowman line and strong armor penetration. Most tier lists rank it a notch above Hunter for bossing and sustained single-target damage.
Crossbowman at a glance
| Base class | Bowman |
| Role | Ranged damage (single target / bossing) |
| Main stat | DEX |
| Unlock | Level 30, from the Bowman trainer |
| Tier (consensus) | See the tier list below |
Crossbowman playstyle
Crossbowman trades some of Hunter's crowd control for the highest per-hit damage among Bowman classes, with an attack that hits two targets. Guides single it out as the Bowman pick for bosses and armor-heavy targets rather than open mobbing.
How to get Crossbowman
Pick Bowman as your base class at level 10 from Athena Pierce in Henesys, then advance to Crossbowman at level 30 from the Bowman job trainer.
Who should pick Crossbowman
Players who want the strongest single-target ranged damage in the Bowman line.
Compare Crossbowman with other classes
See where Crossbowman lands on the MapleStory Classic World class tier list, or browse all classes. The closest comparisons are Hunter and Fighter. New to the game? Start with the beginner guide, then the job advancement guide for how and when to pick Crossbowman.