Archery is an integral part of Mongolian culture, including the use of whistling arrows. Since the Mongols lived a nomadic lifestyle, they mainly relied on their archery skills for hunting and fighting. They used whistling arrows when fighting neighboring tribes or raiding China’s rich lands. Mongols’ whistling arrows were those with holes in the tips that made a whistling sound when in flight, intended to intimidate forces they were against during a battle. Aside from fighting, the whistling sound also plays a big part in hunting. It distracts the animal, making it look up in curiosity. The hunter has more time to shoot a more powerful arrow to target the stationary prey. Each Mongol warrior carries two bows, one for long-range shooting and the other one is to fighting at close range. These arrows were from different materials, including fish glue, deer antlers, birch bark, natural silk threads, animal tendons, and bamboo. These are available in Mongolia, making it easier for Mongols to find. The design of their arrows is dependent on their use. The longer-range bow is usually for fights at a distance while maintaining accuracy. This plan is an excellent tactic to hit their enemies accurately. At the same time, they keep themselves out of range from the enemy militia of fortress walls. The Mongols did not use whistling arrows as their primary weapon in fights as it would help the enemies find them. Instead, they use it mainly for hunting and rituals to ward-off evils, just like the practices of the Japanese. They also manufactured quivers that carry different arrows that they usually bring on hunting expeditions or war. Aside from whistling arrows, the most potent arrows they created were capable of piercing through thick armors. The metal tips of these arrows could measure 15 cm long and 3.5 cm wide. Mongols also designed arrows for short-range, double-tipped, and those that can light on fire. However, after the reign of Ghengis Khan and his descendants, Mongolia returned to its usual way of living. Numerous semi-nomadic and warring tribes turned their bows on each other while bidding for power and dominance over the region. In the seventeenth century, both Russians and Chinese began to take over Mongolia, bringing new traditions and culture. There followed a decline in archery. There was a ban on its use due to military applications that eradicated its use for hunting and war. The use of whistling arrows and arrows in general then gradually decreased. However, the archery tradition did live on when Mongolia became independent in 1911. The use of whistling arrows regained its popularity, becoming an integral part of the Mongolian culture.