Crossbows vs. Longbows

[Sombre]

Originally Posted by Humakty

The angle of the impact also plays a role in armor penetration. I don't think longbows were really efficient at penetration while using indirect fire, which is mandatory to shoot at long distances.

I didn't realise the objective was to pierce through a completely flat wall standing upright on even ground.

[Humakty]

Originally Posted by Sombre

I didn't realise the objective was to pierce through a completely flat wall standing upright on even ground.

What is firepower about exactly ? A French Lancer or Gendarme unit is a bit like a moving wall, with pointy stuffs.