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==Archer (Historical)== |
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An '''Archer''' uses a [[bow]] in [[ |
An '''Archer''' uses a [[bow]] in [[battle]]. When used correctly, they can be devastating and there have been several battles that demonstrate this. |
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*[[longbowman]] |
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SCA archers have similar [[armour]] requirements to those of [[heavy combatants]] and are distinguished not only by the weapon that they are holding but by a clearly visible plume on their [[helm]]ets. |
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The bows that they use have a maximum of 30 pounds at a 28 inch draw. Other [[light]] combatants use a variety of [[thrown weapons]]. |
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In the [[SCA]], people participate in [[target archery]] and [[combat archery]]. There are different requirements of an archer for each. |
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Latest revision as of 12:01, 20 April 2009
Archer (Historical)
An Archer uses a bow in battle. When used correctly, they can be devastating and there have been several battles that demonstrate this.
See also:
Archer (SCA)
In the SCA, people participate in target archery and combat archery. There are different requirements of an archer for each.
