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Arrows

Arrows

Weight: 1 lb. (20 arrows)
Cost: 1 GP (20 arrows)
Category: Ammunition
Function: Longbow and shortbow ammunition

Description​

Slender wooden shafts tipped with sharp metal points and fletched with feathers for stable flight. These essential projectiles are designed for use with bows, providing accurate long-range combat capability for hunters, guards, and adventurers.

Usage Instructions​

Loading: Nock arrow onto bowstring with fletching facing away from bow.

Aiming: Draw bowstring while sighting target through arrow shaft.

Release: Let bowstring snap forward to propel arrow toward target.

Combat Applications​

  • Ranged Combat: Primary ammunition for bow-based attacks
  • Hunting: Essential for taking game animals at distance
  • Guard Duty: Defensive ammunition for fortifications
  • Siege Warfare: Anti-personnel projectiles from walls
  • Stealth Attacks: Silent elimination of sentries

Arrow Components​

Shaft: Wooden body providing structure and weight Point: Metal tip that penetrates targets Fletching: Feathers that stabilize flight Nock: Notched end that fits onto bowstring

Quality Variations​

Common Arrows (1 GP/20): Basic wooden shafts, iron points Military Arrows (2 GP/20): Hardwood shafts, steel points Hunting Arrows (3 GP/20): Balanced for accuracy, broad heads Masterwork Arrows (10 GP/20): Perfect balance, superior materials

Tactical Considerations​

Advantages:

  • High accuracy at long range
  • Silent flight until impact
  • Can be recovered after combat
  • Effective against lightly armored targets
  • Abundant and inexpensive

Limitations:

  • Ineffective against heavy armor
  • Can break on impact with hard surfaces
  • Affected by wind and weather
  • Limited damage compared to melee weapons
  • Requires bow for use

Specialized Arrow Types​

Bodkin Points: Armor-piercing tips for heavily armored foes Broadheads: Wide cutting edges for hunting applications Blunt Points: Non-lethal subdual damage Fire Arrows: Oil-soaked tips for incendiary attacks Whistling Arrows: Hollow points that create sound in flight

Recovery and Reuse​

Intact Arrows: Can be recovered if they don't break on impact Damaged Shafts: Broken arrows are typically unusable Bent Points: Can sometimes be straightened and reused Lost Arrows: Arrows that miss may be difficult to find

Storage and Transport​

Quivers: Specialized containers for organized arrow storage Arrow Cases: Protective boxes for long-term storage Bundles: Tied groups for bulk transport Belt Loops: Quick access attachment for individual arrows

Maintenance Requirements​

Point Sharpening: Keep metal tips sharp for maximum penetration Shaft Inspection: Check for cracks or damage that affect flight Fletching Repair: Replace damaged feathers for accuracy Straightening: Correct bent shafts to maintain accuracy

Alternative Uses​

  • Improvised Tools: Shafts can serve as measuring sticks
  • Fire Starting: Wooden shafts provide kindling material
  • Trap Components: Use in mechanical trap construction
  • Marking: Leave arrows as trail markers or messages
  • Crafting Materials: Points and fletching for other projects