Guard's Crossbow

A compact, metallic crossbow hums with electronic precision as bolts whip past Romana in the courtyard. Its sleek body gleams under the fading light, contrasting with the cruder weapons of the Grendel's mixed-arms forces. The guards wield it with practiced ease, its unusual firing mechanism clicking as bolts streak toward their fleeing target.

2 appearances

Appearances in the Narrative

When this object appears and how it's used

2 moments

S16E15 · The Androids of Tara Part 3

Romana abandons horse to flee courtyard

The guard's crossbow hums with electronic precision as bolts are fired toward Romana during her escape attempt. The weapon's sleek, modern mechanism contrasts with the archaic setting, its high-tech lethality underscoring the escalating danger in the courtyard confrontation.

Before: Loaded and at rest in the guard's hands near the castle entrance

After: Discharged; one bolt fired at Romana with potentially more available

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S16E14 · The Androids of Tara Part 2

Farrah takes out the first guard

The guard’s sleek metallic crossbow is taken down by Farrah’s diversion and rendered inoperable after her rapier strike. The Doctor immediately retrieves it, examining the electronic ammunition with analytical interest. His assessment of its 'peasant' nature and technological oddity highlights class distinctions in Grendel’s armaments and sparks a brief tactical discussion on its utility.

Before: Clutched in the Grendel sentry’s hands, loaded with electronic projectiles and actively patrolling the passage

After: Retrieved by the Doctor, scrutinized for operation and ammunition type while the guard lies incapacitated nearby

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