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An '''arbalest''' is a large [[crossbow]]-like [[siege engine]], similar to a [[ballista]], except that the arms are a single piece (of [[steel]] or [[wood]]) that flexes like a [[bow]]. It is derived from the [[French]] term <i>arbalète à tour</i>. |
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Derived from the French term <i>arbalète à tour</i> |
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They are a popular for [[SCA]] [[combat]] because they are relatively simply to build and operate, are portable, break down to a compact package for transport to and from an [[event]], and may be used in direct-fire against massed [[army|troops]] as well as against structures. |
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Latest revision as of 13:08, 26 February 2007
An arbalest is a large crossbow-like siege engine, similar to a ballista, except that the arms are a single piece (of steel or wood) that flexes like a bow. It is derived from the French term arbalète à tour.
They are a popular for SCA combat because they are relatively simply to build and operate, are portable, break down to a compact package for transport to and from an event, and may be used in direct-fire against massed troops as well as against structures.
