Oxybeles

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The Oxybeles (Οξυβόλος, literally "bolt shooter") was an ancient weapon used by the Ancient Greeks starting in 375 B.C.E. The weapon was basically an oversized composite bow placed on a stand. The bow was placed horizontally and resembled a ballista. The difference between the two is the use of torsion power.


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