Gollaon looked down on the cavalry start to dress its lines in preparation for a charge. “Oh this is going to be ugly. I am not sure if I can watch.”
“Why?” asked Voddick recocking his crossbow.
“The skirmishers have javelins that will magically pin the horses’ hooves to the ground.”
“If they were not on the other side I would warn them.”
“Well, send a warning shot their way, it will not dissuade them but at least we will have tried. I hate the thought of those horses suffering.”
“Agreed,” said Voddick taking aim.
Charge Breaker Javelin
These heavy javelins are often marked with simple images of people stumbling or legs breaking, which demonstrate their intent.
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