In the vast, melancholic expanses of the Land of Shadow, where steel sings and sorcery screams, the art of the bowstring often whispers. The Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, even years after its 2024 release, continues to be dissected by the Tarnished. While the DLC's arsenal is famed for its brutal melee innovations and reality-warping incantations, its ranged offerings—from light bows to hulking ballistas—have always been viewed as the quiet companions, the reliable second fiddle to the symphony of close-quarters carnage. They are not the stars of the show, but they hold their ground, a testament to versatility in a world that demands it. Yet, within this specialized niche, a legend sleeps, tied to a quest of sacrifice and thunderous roars—a story etched not just in lore, but in the unique power of an Ash of War.

The Hunter's Final Shout: Ash of War: Igon's Drake Hunt

This is no ordinary skill. It is the crystallized will of Igon, the drake warrior, a DLC-specific treasure that speaks of a singular, furious purpose. It can only find a home on one type of weapon: the Greatbow. This exclusivity makes it a specialist's tool, refusing to be diluted across lighter frames. When invoked, the Ash of War performs a two-fold act of defiance. First, the Tarnished unleashes Igon's own great bellow, a shout of such force that it pushes back any foe daring enough to stand too close. It's a moment of reclaimed space, a breath before the storm.

Then, the magic happens. That resonant shout twists and empowers the next arrow nocked, considerably enhancing its power. For a cost of 13 FP, this skill integrates seamlessly into the Greatbow's rhythm; it doesn't slow you down, it just makes your next shot hurt more. It’s not about flashy, screen-filling effects—it’s about focused, amplified lethality. In the right hands, with the right heavy arrow, it can strip a colossal health bar in moments. It’s the definition of a precision tool: not cheesy, not overpowered, but undeniably, reliably powerful.

A Quest Forged in Lightning: How to Claim the Hunt

You can't simply find this power lying in a forgotten tomb. To inherit Igon's hunt, you must walk his path to its tragic end. His questline is a poignant thread in the DLC's tapestry:

1. Find the Hunter: First, you must encounter Igon himself in the wilds of the Shadowlands, listening to his tales of a destined battle.

2. Answer the Summons: Your paths converge at the feet of Bayle the Dread, a storm made flesh. Here, you must summon Igon to fight alongside you in this epic clash.

3. Witness the Sacrifice: Victory over Bayle comes at a cost. True to his life's pursuit, Igon succumbs to his wounds, his purpose fulfilled. He leaves his legacy for those who stood with him.

4. Claim the Legacy: Return to where you first met him. There, beside his fallen form, lies the physical proof of his legend: his Greatbow, his armor set, a Bell Bearing, and, most importantly, the Ash of War: Igon's Drake Hunt.

The Hunter's Arsenal: A Complete Kit

Igon doesn't give you just a trick; he gives you his entire toolkit, designed for one job. It's a package deal that screams synergy.

Item	Description	Role in the "Hunt"
Igon's Greatbow	The vessel for the Ash of War.	Your primary weapon, the base for unleashing the empowered shot.
Igon's Set	The dragon hunter's iconic armor.	For fashion, for roleplay, for standing as the heir to Igon's will.
Igon's Bell Bearing	A key to his supplies.	Turn this in to the Twin Maiden Husks to unlock the purchase of his special ammunition.
Igon's Harpoons	Special Greatbow arrows.	The perfect partner. These harpoons are brutally effective against dragon-type enemies.

And here’s where it all clicks into place, oh, it’s just beautiful. The harpoons, bought with his Bell Bearing, are his masterpiece. Of course they're good against dragons—the man spent his whole life perfecting them! When you pair these specialized, dragon-piercing harpoons with the damage boost from Igon's Drake Hunt, you're not just shooting arrows. You are delivering the culmination of a hunter's life work. It’s a deadly combo that turns even the most fearsome, oversized flying lizard into a manageable problem. Talk about using the right tool for the job.

The Whisper and the Roar: A Niche Perfected

So, where does this leave the ranged playstyle in the Shadowlands? Igon's legacy doesn't revolutionize the entire category, and that's okay. Instead, it perfects a niche. It offers melee-focused Tarnished a powerful, thematic, and self-contained ranged option that feels earned and impactful. It proves that even in a meta dominated by colossal swords and stellar sorceries, there is room for a well-placed, thunderously enhanced shot from a giant bow. It’s the echo of a hunter’s roar across the valleys, a reminder that sometimes, the most powerful stories are those focused on a single, unwavering goal. In the end, Igon’s hunt becomes your own—a silent promise made with every drawn bowstring, a shout held in the heart of a flying harpoon.