Metilbahm Shotgun

Overview

The Metilbahm Shotgun is a firearm in Crimson Desert designed for close-range engagements. As a shotgun, it fills a different role from pistols and muskets: instead of precise single shots at medium to long range, the Metilbahm delivers a spread of projectiles that deal solid damage up close. With a base Attack Power of 12, it trades the higher single-target damage of pistols for better effectiveness against nearby enemies.

Shotguns in Crimson Desert occupy a niche between melee weapons and longer-range firearms. The Metilbahm Shotgun is one of two shotguns in the game (alongside the Mortimer Shotgun), and both share the same base Attack Power. The Metilbahm is the cheaper option, making it accessible earlier in the game.

Stats

How to Obtain

The Metilbahm Shotgun can be purchased from equipment merchants for 1.50 Silver Coins. Prices may vary based on faction reputation. A firearm crafting book may also unlock its recipe for crafting at a Blacksmith.

Refinement and Upgrades

The Metilbahm Shotgun supports 10 refinement levels and 5 Abyss Core slots. Since shotguns lack a secondary stat bonus, Abyss Cores are the primary way to differentiate the Metilbahm from the Mortimer Shotgun. Cores that add spread damage, stagger chance, or close-range damage bonuses complement the shotgun's intended engagement range.

Combat Tips

The Metilbahm Shotgun works best when fired just before closing to melee range. A blast at close quarters softens the target, and then the player can immediately follow up with melee strikes. The shotgun's spread means that aiming does not need to be as precise as with a pistol or rifle, which makes it forgiving during chaotic close-range fights. For the price of 1.50 Silver Coins, the Metilbahm is an affordable entry into shotgun combat for players who want to experiment with the weapon type before committing to the pricier Mortimer Shotgun.