“Got to keep the family fed somehow,” he replies with a shrug. Most people brush that off easily, not realizing just how vital hunting has been for them since Gale’s father died. He’s never had a problem with that, rather comfortable without discussing it.
He does, however, spare a nod at Liz’s comment. “It should be. That means you know how to use it. How else are you supposed to hit the target?”
They’re the words of his father, echoed from years ago. Gale had always been taught to think of the bow and arrow that way, rather than just a tool. It makes the process more natural, and aiming becomes less of a chore and more like an extension of your awareness.
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Date: 2014-10-25 12:52 am (UTC)He does, however, spare a nod at Liz’s comment. “It should be. That means you know how to use it. How else are you supposed to hit the target?”
They’re the words of his father, echoed from years ago. Gale had always been taught to think of the bow and arrow that way, rather than just a tool. It makes the process more natural, and aiming becomes less of a chore and more like an extension of your awareness.