They both have their uses... but if I had to pick, I'd say arrows. I like being able to defend myself at close quarters, but with my arm strength, it's better to fight from a distance.
First things first, of course. We'll need to get you a bow, of course.
[And because I am a fool, I forgot the day, and the fact that Archer has been hefting around a huge ass bow this entire time, golden in color and easily as tall as Yona is.
... Also I want you to know I had a moment of "no it can't be THAT big" and then yeah it kinda is]
We'll just pretend that Yona's been staring at the golden bow the whole time they've been talking, clearly impressed.]
Right - I wanted to learn how to make one...
[She wants to learn to make one that's as big as his?? Scratch that, she just wants to learn to draw one that's as big as his. It must take a lot of strength just to be able to use...]
[The reason for his swole arms: his bow probably weighs as much as a human child.]
With a knife this size, it will still take a while to make... but first we must find a proper length of wood with a strong, straight grain. Then we'll carve out the design.
Yes, it's quite beautiful. The trees are a bit different from the ones in Greece, but...
[It's still very familiar to him, being out here. His footing is surefooted despite his size, with Chiron practically melting between the greenery like he's one with it]
-- Ah. Over there. I think that maple will do nicely.
[Pointing out one of the trees to their right as they walk.]
[The trees are a little different from in Kouka, too, but that's more of a regional thing than a "whole different world" thing. Her attention falls upon the maple tree, and she heads on over to examine it.
After a moment, she pats the trunk.]
It looks like good, solid wood. So... we'll just need to get one of the branches, right?
Because after placing his bow on the ground, Chiron is going to stand on his hind legs and brace his front hooves on the tree trunk in question.
And this poor tree groans from all of that weight it must suddenly bear, but Chiron works quickly by reaching up and grabbing one of the thicker branches he had his eyes on, making sure his balance is surefooted before ripping it clean off like a toothpick.
With his prize procured, he'll twist and land back with his hooves on the ground, stomping a little to get his bearings]
Yona watches with wide eyes. He's already tall, but going up on his hind legs like that makes him even taller! He can reach that branch easily! And he can snap it off just as easily, too! That's so cool.]
[Ganba, kitchen knife. Next on the agenda is finding something to sharpen it with, probably.]
That's okay. It will be good to see how to carve something like this properly, and this way, if you need anything while you're working, I can run and get it for you.
[Having an assistant while he works is beneficial... and admittedly, reminds him of the times he'd send his students through the forests on small errands.
His smile ticks up]
Very well. I'll have you assist as necessary. Regardless, your bow will be finished in two days' at most.
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[He sounds pleased with the answer, too]
I prefer the bow myself, though I can use most weapons if the need is great enough.
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[...once they work out their whole weapon situation, anyway!]
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[And because I am a fool, I forgot the day, and the fact that Archer has been hefting around a huge ass bow this entire time, golden in color and easily as tall as Yona is.
... Also I want you to know I had a moment of "no it can't be THAT big" and then yeah it kinda is]
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We'll just pretend that Yona's been staring at the golden bow the whole time they've been talking, clearly impressed.]
Right - I wanted to learn how to make one...
[She wants to learn to make one that's as big as his?? Scratch that, she just wants to learn to draw one that's as big as his. It must take a lot of strength just to be able to use...]
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With a knife this size, it will still take a while to make... but first we must find a proper length of wood with a strong, straight grain. Then we'll carve out the design.
[So deceptively simple.]
Do you know how much your draw-weight is, Yona?
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[insert the answer here because it's the sort of thing she WOULD know but canon has, of course, not defined it for us.]
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A maple bow might be the best fit for you then, assuming we can find the tree here.
If not, hickory or red oak would also suffice...
[Again, assuming those trees are even around. If nothing, he has at least five backup plans, it's fine]
Come; we'll take a walk in the forest and see what we can find.
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...it's sort of pretty out here, don't you think?
[greenery... she likes it]
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[It's still very familiar to him, being out here. His footing is surefooted despite his size, with Chiron practically melting between the greenery like he's one with it]
-- Ah. Over there. I think that maple will do nicely.
[Pointing out one of the trees to their right as they walk.]
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After a moment, she pats the trunk.]
It looks like good, solid wood. So... we'll just need to get one of the branches, right?
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[He's already got his eye on one of the higher branches, actually, and after a moment of thought:]
Stand back for a moment, please.
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[Yona nods, then backs up a few steps! Do your thing, horse dad.]
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Because after placing his bow on the ground, Chiron is going to stand on his hind legs and brace his front hooves on the tree trunk in question.
And this poor tree groans from all of that weight it must suddenly bear, but Chiron works quickly by reaching up and grabbing one of the thicker branches he had his eyes on, making sure his balance is surefooted before ripping it clean off like a toothpick.
With his prize procured, he'll twist and land back with his hooves on the ground, stomping a little to get his bearings]
Alright, here we are.
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Yona watches with wide eyes. He's already tall, but going up on his hind legs like that makes him even taller! He can reach that branch easily! And he can snap it off just as easily, too! That's so cool.]
Wow... that's amazing! You must be so strong.
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[... Well, he's not technically lying. Though once he's back on his legs, he'll glance between Yona and the branch in his hand]
Yes, this height should do nicely...
[He just hopes the poor kitchen knife can keep up with him.]
I will show you how to make a bow from this, though keep in mind much of it will be me carving. [So... not particularly interesting to watch]
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That's okay. It will be good to see how to carve something like this properly, and this way, if you need anything while you're working, I can run and get it for you.
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[Having an assistant while he works is beneficial... and admittedly, reminds him of the times he'd send his students through the forests on small errands.
His smile ticks up]
Very well. I'll have you assist as necessary. Regardless, your bow will be finished in two days' at most.
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[Ooooh, she's excited.]