Yumi (3.5e Equipment)

The yumi is a common, Japanese style bow. Like all Japanese bows, the handle is located on the lower half of the bow. Most yumi are made of several strips of wood laminated together, and are usually 5 feet long. Because of the position of the handle, it is easy to fire a yumi while kneeling. This position also makes arrows shot from a yumi travel in a very flat arc, allowing the archer to fire in very enclosed areas.

You must use two hands to wield a yumi, regardless of size. A yumi is not designed to be used on horseback; any shot made in this position takes a -4 penalty to attack.