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“Like other weapons, atlatls are not unitary, invariable, or constant; they vary a great deal in design, application, and ballistic efficacy. Perhaps most importantly, the biomechanical system they are incorporated into (the human body) is highly variable and adaptable. ”
— from Testing and reconsidering atlatl dart ballistics: Implications for recent theories on social organization and change - ScienceDirect as of 1 June 2026