Difference between revisions of "Compound bow"

Latest revision as of 12:54, 4 January 2011

Compound bow Image Source: Centenary Archers Club Manufacturing Object type Weapons Skill used Manufacturing weapons Time 0.5 day(s) Objects compound upper limb compound lower limb riser bowstring 2 cams cable Tools bow square stone, bronze or regular hammer Machines string jig Rot and repair Rot 18 points per day 92 points per day of use Repair 434 points per hour Holdable object General properties Attack 37 Skillweight 70% Weight 560 grams Visible yes

Description and uses

The compound bow is similar to the crossbow in the tools and machinery required but is less expensive, lighter and weaker. It is a good choice for a powerful weapon that doesn't use very much iron or steel.

Real-life context

Compound bows use a pulley system to enable the draw-weight (how hard it is to pull back the bowstring) to be minimised, or changed. With other bows, holding the bowstring taut makes the archer's muscles tired, reducing accuracy and sapping their strength. Thus, the major advantages of this bow are that it is easier to fire, and often more accurate.