Bow and 2hands = x 1.5

[Newbie]

So, two handed weapons gain a x 1.5 str bonus(when used in two hands) could the same apply for a compsite longbow? Just like a greatsword gains 1.5 str could a archer gain 1.5 str to raise his str enough to use a higher str composite bow?

 

[CRGreathouse]

Yes, if the archer uses the bow as a melee weapon (with a -4 penalty).

 

[Newbie]

Yes, if the archer uses the bow as a melee weapon (with a -4 penalty).

Do you mean melee like, whack him with my bow or like shooting within 5 feet?

 

[the Jester]

Do you mean melee like, whack him with my bow or like shooting within 5 feet?

Whack him with your bow.

Not recommended.

The 1.5 str bonus rule only applies to melee weapons.

 

[Li Shenron]

So, two handed weapons gain a x 1.5 str bonus(when used in two hands) could the same apply for a compsite longbow? Just like a greatsword gains 1.5 str could a archer gain 1.5 str to raise his str enough to use a higher str composite bow?

Remember that in general you apply Strength BONUS to damage only to melee weapons or thrown weapons, but not projectile weapons. Composite bows and slings are a special case of projectile weapon which lets you do the same; in their case, you always apply your full Strength bonus (but not past the maximum of the bow).

 

[Fenlock]

belly-bow!

http://members.lycos.nl/onager/history.html
that should give you 1.5 str bonus to your arrow.
rof would be like a x-bow though.

/f

 

[CrimsonTemplar]

So, two handed weapons gain a x 1.5 str bonus(when used in two hands) could the same apply for a compsite longbow? Just like a greatsword gains 1.5 str could a archer gain 1.5 str to raise his str enough to use a higher str composite bow?

No. You have to use two hands to effectively use the bow as a ranged weapon...one to hold it and one to draw the string. You gain your full normal strength bonus up to the strength bonus of the bow. A PC w/ a 14 Str can use a +2 mighty bow w/o problem, but he'll take a -2 to hit for using a +3 mighty bow - even though he's using both hands to wield it.

 

[Shadow145]

I agree with no 1.5 str bonus (unless you can con your DM into it), but just for fun...

What if they have 3 or more arms?

 

[Felix]

If they have 3 or more arms they can wield a bow for ranged attacks, and threaten the 5' space around them with a longsword.

 

[Newbie]

Thanks Guys