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Bullets (Sling)

Bullets (Sling)

Category: Ammunition
Weight: 1½ lb. per 20 bullets
Cost: 4 CP per 20 bullets
Weapon Type: Sling ammunition

Description​

Sling bullets are small, dense projectiles specifically designed for use with slings. Unlike simple stones, sling bullets are carefully crafted for optimal aerodynamics, weight distribution, and impact force.

Usage​

Ammunition: Sling bullets are consumed when fired from a sling. Each attack expends one bullet. After combat, you can recover half of your expended bullets by spending 1 minute searching the battlefield.

Compatibility: Designed specifically for slings, providing better accuracy and damage than improvised stones.

Construction Materials​

Lead Bullets:

  • Most effective and popular choice
  • Dense material provides maximum impact
  • Easily cast in simple molds
  • Superior to stone in accuracy and damage

Clay Bullets:

  • Cheap alternative for practice or mass production
  • Fired in kilns for hardness
  • Break apart on impact, reducing recovery
  • Good for training and non-lethal practice

Stone Bullets:

  • Carved from hard stones like flint
  • More durable than clay, less effective than lead
  • Can be knapped to specific shapes
  • Available materials vary by region

Bullet Design​

Aerodynamic Shape:

  • Ovoid or biconical form for stable flight
  • Carefully balanced weight distribution
  • Smooth surface reduces air resistance
  • Consistent size for reliable performance

Weight Standards:

  • Typically 1-2 ounces per bullet
  • Heavier bullets for maximum impact
  • Lighter bullets for increased range
  • Matched sets for consistent performance

Advantages Over Stones​

Performance Benefits:

  • Greater accuracy due to consistent shape
  • Increased range from aerodynamic design
  • More reliable damage output
  • Better penetration against armor

Practical Advantages:

  • Uniform size fits sling pouch perfectly
  • Predictable flight characteristics
  • Professional appearance for military units
  • Can be manufactured to specifications

Field Use​

Combat Applications:

  • Effective against lightly armored opponents
  • Good stopping power for the cost
  • Silent ranged attack option
  • Reliable backup ammunition

Hunting Applications:

  • Excellent for small to medium game
  • Cost-effective for subsistence hunting
  • Minimal noise compared to other ranged weapons
  • Easy to carry large quantities

Manufacturing​

Home Production:

  • Simple molds allow field manufacture
  • Basic tools required for lead casting
  • Can be made during camp downtime
  • Emergency production from available materials

Professional Quality:

  • Manufactured bullets offer superior consistency
  • Quality control ensures reliable performance
  • Bulk production reduces individual cost
  • Military specifications for standardization

Storage and Transport​

Carrying Methods:

  • Dedicated bullet pouches for easy access
  • Small containers prevent rattling noise
  • Separate compartments for different types
  • Quick-access systems for combat readiness

Preservation:

  • Lead bullets resist corrosion
  • Clay bullets need protection from moisture
  • Stone bullets are naturally durable
  • Proper storage prevents damage and loss