The growing popularity of the crossbow in the Middle East, amongst both Christians and Muslims corresponds to heavier armour being employed more widely amongst troops, particularly cavalry.

• 无论基督国家或伊斯兰世界，重装部队都日益广泛投付作战，骑兵盔甲尤为坚固，因此中东地区弩兵部队亦随之发展壮大。