Bows - A basic guide to different types

[NorthernRaider]

(2 November 2011, 11:24)Skvez Wrote: Any range weapon is better than no range weapon but with a longbow I can fire a 'warning shot' and get another arrow re-nooked before the other party closes the gap to Melee range. With a crossbow I (probably) can't.
Anyone approaching is likely to be creeping up carefully. Firing a warning shot is likely to be necessary. Or if they're creeping up with partial cover knowing when to fire your one-shot crossbow will be a terrible decision. Knowing you can 'waste' an arrow from a longbow and still 're-load' in time to get another shot off if they charge will be a great comfort (and tactical advantage).
There is a reason why double barrel shotguns have two barrels.
How common are twin crossbows? and are they really a practical weapon or a gimmick?

I'll fire a warning shot with my air rifle, if they keep coming I'll shoot em with my air rifle, if they are persistant I'll shoot em with my pistol crowbow, and if that doesnt work I'll either shoot em with my full size bow or run away, I dont want to sound vain or arogant but what I aim at with my air carbine I hit, and it doesnt just sting a bit

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What I want is a compound bow that is very small physically , and can be left strung for years without it taking a set or losing power. I'm sure they are made but I'm equally sure they cost a fortune !