In ancient times, archery was an essential skill for warfare and hunting, and the use of bows and arrows was a common tactic to destroy fortifications and defeat enemies. A skilled archer could rain down arrows on an enemy fortress, causing damage and creating chaos among defenders. The archer would typically use a longbow, which was a tall and powerful bow that required great strength to use. The arrows themselves were often made of wood or bamboo shafts, with fletchings made of feathers or other materials to stabilize the arrow in flight. The arrowhead could be made of stone, metal, or other materials, and was designed to penetrate armor or structures.