Bows are made of a curved physrep, padded like a regular Weapon. No string is attached. It is considered a Two-Handed Weapon for attacking purposes; in other words, both hands and both arms must be free to utilize a Bow.

The grip of the Bow must be in the Bow’s center and the Bow may only ever be utilized while holding the grip. A Bow physrep is not required to have thrusting tips on its ends. However, as with all Weapons, sufficient padding must be in place that the core of the Weapon may not be felt, and a marshal judges the Weapon to be safe in combat.

The Bow physrep can be used for blocking defense with one hand. If the archer has the Two Weapon Skill and is using a Short Bow, then they may use it with a Long Weapon or with a One-Handed Spear. A Bow may not be used for melee attacks.

When measuring a Bow’s length, it is measured along the outside of the Bow’s curve.