Requires two hands to ready, but only one hand to attack.; unshaped rocks and stones suitable for slings, heavy slings, and stone-launching sticks can be found for free, but they’re less accurate: -1 to hit; Can fire stones (TL0) or lead bullets (TL2). Lead bullets give +1 damage and double range.
Requires several Ready maneuvers to cock the bow before loading darts; use the standard cocking times for crossbows under Bows, Crossbows, and Rated ST (p. LT74).