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Old 07-15-14, 11:39 PM   #1
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Default Laptop saves man from crossbow attack

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Old 07-16-14, 12:25 AM   #2
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Must have been a very weak crossbow.
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The attacker must have rolled a one and the defender a 20.
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Nice neighbourhood then
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What's next? Arrow in the knee?
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More likely the achilles.
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What's next? Arrow in the knee?
if it where a ibook he probably wished for that.
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I think this is a strong argument for crossbow control laws...


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dang...crossbow, axe, knives and a piece of wire.....think he had a grudge
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dang...crossbow, axe, knives and a piece of wire.....think he had a grudge
Not really sure because he left his broadsword, spear and flail at home apparently.
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Ah, yes, but do we know for sure he was also carrying a comfy chair?...


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