Arrows can be immensely dangerous if they are not built properly. Unfortunately, they are also one of the most complicated weapons to make for the first time. You'll probably want to get someone to teach you the first time you do it, or at least follow a tutorial.
I've make this handy graphic as a quick guide to show the most important rules you'll need to know if you are making basic arrows. It also gives you an inside view of the construction, so you have a better idea of what those layers of foam protecting you from the shaft really look like.
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Inputting the hole passage parameters from 1.4.8.5 into some calculations I've recently done on larp arrow safety, the arrow strike face needs to be at least 85 mm (3.35 in) to not meet resistance at all angles before the edge penetrates a 2.5 in hole by 1/2 in. This occurs at an angle of 63 degrees from straight on.
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