👉 The weapon in question is a crossbow, a powerful and historically significant ranged weapon. It consists of a bow mounted on a stock, allowing the user to draw back the string with one hand while holding the stock with the other. The bow is typically made from wood, with sinew or later metal strings for better tension and accuracy. When the string is released, it propels a projectile, often a stone or arrow, forward with considerable force and precision. Crossbows have been used throughout history for hunting, warfare, and even in the medieval period as a primary means of long-range combat, offering significant advantages in terms of power, accuracy, and ease of use compared to traditional bows.
