Legolas & Molot
Legolas
Hey Molot, I've been thinking about how to make a new kind of bow that can hold more tension without breaking. I heard you work with metals—any ideas on combining a steel core with elven wood?
Molot
Well, if you’re aiming for a bow that can take a punch, start by keeping the core as strong as you can—steel works, but you’ll need to temper it so it’s not too stiff. Slide a thin, tempered steel rod or even a carbon fiber insert through the middle of the wood, then bond it with a strong, heat‑resistant adhesive. When you flex the bow, the steel will carry most of the load while the wood keeps it light. Just remember to keep the whole thing well‑lubed so the metal doesn’t seize the wood fibers when you test it. Give it a try and see how it feels—if it still snaps, trim the ends or add a little steel alloying to toughen it up.
Legolas
That sounds like a solid plan, Molot. I’ll try the tempered steel rod with the carbon fiber insert and keep the bond tight. Let’s see how the bow feels on the field. If it still flexes too much, we’ll tweak the alloy mix or adjust the ends. Thanks for the guidance.
Molot
Sounds good. Keep an eye on the flex, and don’t forget to let the metal cool slowly before you test it—quick cool can make it brittle. Good luck out there.
Legolas
Thanks, I’ll keep that in mind and test it slowly. Stay safe out there.
Molot
Good luck, and stay sharp out there.