A small pointed iron dart, slim and aerodynamic, the flechette is thrown in volleys to harass and pierce. Lighter than a javelin but deadlier than a stone, it favors skirmishers and archers seeking ranged harassment before melee. Soldiers carry many, making sustained throwing practical; each flies true against lightly armored targets or exposed flesh.
Fléchette
Small aerodynamic dart thrown in volleys; skirmisher's ranged harassment.