Composite Bows

Composite bows are long bows, or short bows whose staves are made from more than one type of material. This gives greater flexibility, and thus better range.

These were developed after the normal long bow. The second material that makes up a long bow may be anything from another type of wood to bone, sinew, or metal. The different materials are usually glued together.

An adventurer who wishes to gain a damage bonus from high Strength when wielding a bow must purchase specially crafted bows.

A bow of high quality can be expensive item, but considering the bow's many uses, it often considered worth the investment.

Most archers protect their wrists from the snap of the bowstring by fastening a piece of horn, bone, or leather to them. Such an item is known as a bracer.

Ammunition: See Arrows