A type of heavy crossbow bolt or arrow, historically used in medieval warfare and hunting.
From 'hag' (possibly an onomatopoeia for a blow or strike) + 'bolt.' Medieval military records show various named bolt types distinguished by size and use.
Hagbolts were intimidatingly powerful—a skilled crossbowman could penetrate the chain mail of a knight, which is why some medieval authorities tried to ban their use as 'inhumane.'
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