i am told, and don't know for sure,
that a short crossbow bolt sheds
the kinetic energy faster than a longer
regular arrow.
that means nothing to me regardless,
since i strive for an up close shot
whatever tool i may be using at the time.
the old medieval dudes shot longbows and
crossbows several hundred yards at their
opponents, but since we're hunting animals
it's just ethical to try for the close in high
percentage shot. (well- me anyway)