Requesting crossbow build from Wildan

[Fenix]

Well, you can put skill points in dodge instead.
Or in dodge AND evasion minus persuasion.

At least there will be no stealth enemies for you, so you can plan your fights.

[Ravager]

This is a really cool build, so thanks Wildan. But how is it affected by the Bowyer feat?

It's just a direct upgrade to Critical Power. Extra 90% critical damage on all crossbows. If you are using the build described here I would replace Pack Rathound with it, which should be soon enough for you to make use of it before the Institute/DC.

I'll take the opportunity to say once again that I love where crossbows are at the moment. I think they're in the sweet spot of game balance that all of the weapon classes ought to occupy.

I agree. I am on my fourth playthrough, and I find crossbows to be very versatile. Not as much raw firepower as guns, but more stun and other effects. And stun is so powerful in Underrail.

I have to echo the others who say that crossbows are in a very good place right now. Their balance serves as an example for the other builds.