A small shed with an earthen floor, holds two tables upon which rests neatly arrayed wooden boxes, each of which holds a score of newly made arrows. A third table holds several more large boxes, wherein spent and damaged arrows are placed, so any part still serviceable may be harvested. A few worn practice bows hang upon the walls and a small number tools, as well as replacement strings and polishing equipment rests in boxes under the shelves. Another set of neatly arranged boxes contains newly made parts, for the Fletcher to transform into viable arrows. A small wooden chair completes the furnishings.
arrow house, Outside Castle
court jester
archer
I am often employed to be a soldier in someone's army. I am a very good show with my bow and arrow. I like the heat of battle.
Tell me Jester. What brings you to the arrow house?  Greeting, your majesty. I had hoped to ask you a favor, archer! I have thought of a clever new joke where I might look as if an arrow had shot through my head if I fashion a hat out of a broken arrow. I think the his majesty in particular will enjoy the sight. Do you have one I could use? Possibly. Give me a second to browse my wares.  Thank you, archer. I would ask you to accept this flower as a token of my appreciation, but all the exercise on my walk here has left me hungry. Here is this arrow you requested!  Here, let me hold it to my head and stick my tongue out. What do you think, will the king find amusement in it? Seems rather goofy! I think he just might!  Oh, excellent! If he doesn't like it, perhaps he'll have you put an arrow through my head properly and have a laugh at that. Hm, I'll need something to fashion it to my head, won't I... Ask before you take Jester! Don't take things so seriously, archer. I wasn't going to keep it, and besides, the walls are full of fresh strings. Perhaps a sense of humor could YOU some good. Have you ever told a joke? No. I'm dead on the inside. Archery is my only escape in this pitfall we call life.  Well. Ahem. Why don't you try one? I could help you.