Hawkeye spell not working (Ranger) - SOLVED!

[Arn]

Hawkeye seems to have no effect. It does not show up on the list of dismissable spells. I also see no AB bonus, whether I equip a ranged or melee weapon. The Spot bonus does not apply, either.

I first came across this when trying to brew a Hawkeye elixir which did nothing. Then I casted the spell normally, and discovered that it was the spell itself that was broken.

[KOPOJIbPAKOB]

Sometimes this spell works, sometimes doesn't, but yeah, it's bugged.

[YourMoveHolyMan]

Are you equipped with a ranged weapon when you cast it? If not, it will fail to apply

[Arn]

Are you equipped with a ranged weapon when you cast it? If not, it will fail to apply

Ahah! Thank you! Having a ranged weapon equipped when casting was indeed the key.