Composite bow

The composite bow is a missile weapon, commonly referred to as a ranged weapon, that fires a projectile (usually a wooden arrow), and requires the ranged weapon skill to use effectively. Unlike the simple bow, a composite bow is made from multiple layers of dissimilar materials (for instance wood, bone and sinew). This construction provides for strength.

When used in the left hand, missile weapons function normally as ranged weapons, however, in a pinch the user may switch the weapon to his or her right hand and use it as a melee weapon. When used in melee to attack or parry, the composite bow acts as a quarterstaff (including AvD stats). Two-handed weapon skill is recommended for using the weapon in this manner.

Alternate Names

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Game Mechanics

This table applies to the composite bow when used as a ranged weapon.

Weapon	AG	Cloth	Leather				Scale				Chain				Plate				RT	Min RT	Damage Type	STR/DU
	AsG	1	5	6	7	8	9	10	11	12	13	14	15	16	17	18	19	20
Composite bow	DF	.350	.300				.325				.275				.150				6	3	Puncture/Slash	50/225
	AvD	25	35	34	33	32	30	28	26	24	42	38	34	30	36	30	24	18

The standard composite bow has a weight of 3 lbs.

Note: To edit this table go to Template:Weapon table composite bow

Related Articles

• Ranged Weapons
• Fletching
• The Art of the Bow: Guide

References

• Official Documentation >> Composite bow