From Encyclopedia
- Crossbow
- A horizontal bow set at 90 degrees to the tiller and spanned by mechanical means. Originally made of horn, wood, and sinew, the bowstave was later…
- Gisarme
- Solid and bulky, ornamental spear-like polearm.
- Ricasso
- The dull part of a blade right above the hilt. Made for fingering. Not all swords have it.
- Rerebrace
- Armor protecting the upper arm.
