Trick arrows

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Trick arrows are fictional arrows found in the world of comic book superheroes. They are often used by archers such as Green Arrow of DC Comics, and Hawkeye of Marvel Comics. Trick arrows often defy the laws of physics and reality, to varying degrees. Each one possesses a specialized function such as compact explosive charges or rotary drills.

[edit] Green Arrow's trick arrows

Oliver Queen is DC Comics' archer hero. His arrows include:

The miniseries Infinite Crisis introduced a one-off Phantom Zone arrow, used by GA's sidekick Mia Dearden/Speedy.

[edit] Hawkeye's trick arrows

Trick arrows used by Marvel's Hawkeye include:

  • Acid Arrows
  • Adamantium Arrows (often combined with Electrical arrowhead)
  • Blunt Arrows
  • Bola Arrows
  • Boomerang Arrowhead (allows an arrow to return to shooter)
  • Cable Arrow (allowing him to swing through the air)
  • Electrical Arrow
  • Blast (Explosive) Arrow
  • Flare Arrow
  • Magnetic Arrowhead (adheres to metal surfaces; can be added to other arrows)
  • Net Arrow
  • Putty Arrow (adheres to rough surfaces, and can stop exposed machinery)
  • Pym Particles Arrow (increases or decreases the size on an object or opponent)
  • Rocket Arrowhead (boosts range, can be added to other arrows)
  • Smoke Arrow
  • Sonic Arrow
  • Suction Cup Arrowhead (adheres to smooth surfaces; can be added to other arrows)
  • Tear Gas Arrow
  • Thermal Arrow
  • Vibranium Arrow (must have supplement Magnetic, Putty, or Suction Cup arrowhead to stick to target; deadens kinetic and vibratory energies)
  • Vibration Arrow
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