Oyumi

Crossbow was a ranged weapon consisting of a bow mounted on a stock that shot bolts.
== Appearance ==
They were smaller and less awkward to carry than a bow, although they were heavier. They had a reduced range, but more power than an arrow, and could penetrate armor at close range. The heavy crossbow was a larger, heavier version of the regular crossbow. It had more power, but took more time to reload as well. Complete Exotic Arms Guide, p. 76
== History ==
=== Inventor ===
Abd al-Zhayn was the inventor of the crossbow during the rule of the Sultan Yusef al Kedar al Rassulii in the Burning Sands. Crossbow (LBS - Shadow of the Tyrant)
=== Rokugan ===
It was most commonly used by peasants, bandits and the Yobanjin tribes. Oyumi (Glory of the Empire flavor) The rokugani called it Oyumi. While this word was orginally given to a siege weapon of similar design, it had been adopted for the infantry version as well. Complete Exotic Arms Guide, p. 44
== See also ==
* Crossbow (skill)
== External Links ==
* Oyumi (Glory of the Empire)
* Crossbow (LBS - Shadow of the Tyrant)
Category:Weapons