It's a bit rash to assume that the Galadhrim made bows of mellyrn (mallorns) just because those trees were the most famous in Lórien. They were rare and venerated, and we don't know anything about their physical properties. It might be that the elves would never even think of carving up one of their favourite trees.
Yew was the favoured wood in Merry Olde England. Got no idea why though! Anyone? Where's Bill Ferny when you actually need him? I think I'll put up the Bill Signal... was it the FATE of Legolas' first bow to end up in a rubbish bin (trash can) in Lórien Central Park? Or was Legolas simply exercising his FREE WILL when he chose to take what was clearly a better bow instead of the old faithful one that his father the King probably gave him?
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But Gwindor answered: 'The doom lies in yourself, not in your name'.
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