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Jun 7 07 9:13 PM

Having thought a little more about the topic, I'd also like to add that knowledge of the weapons and combat techniques employing them (individually or in formation/mass) is a good idea.

If you're going to have a protagonist use a shotgun or revolver, or muzzle loader, know the specifications, uses, and limitations. If possible, actually handle and fire one. With a sword, saber, rapier, spear, longbow, crossbow, same goes.

When not possible, some careful reading and study can suffice.

Somethings are impossible (or near to). How were chariots employed, and how effective were they against bow or pike formations? Some good military history books etc, can assist.

Everything you learn will make you more competent in writing the combat/action. Everything you learn will definately not make it to the pages of the text, but will add depth and be more believeable to a reader, even one familiar with the type of weapon(s) or even unarmed combat being described in the action of the story.

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