Medieval Glossary

Ranged Weapon

A weapon that can be used to inflict damage upon an enemy at a distance. Examples include bows and arrows as well as polearms. The opposite of a melee weapon.

Related term(s): Bow; Arrow; Polearm; Melee Weapon
Category: Weapons
Added: 09.07.04

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