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In fictional media crossbows are often portrayed as immensively powerful one-shot wonders that punch straight through plate armor with ease. Reality isn't quite that epic.

Compared to the threat of longbow archers, crossbowmen may seem a little underwhelming on the battlefield in a number of ways. They do however have a few significant advantages that make it worthwhile after all. So let's have a chat about what the pros and cons are.


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