Sheng Biao (Rope Dart)
Flexible / Throwing weapon
Quick Facts
Martial Arts
OriginChina (Tang / Ming Dynasty (7th-16th C.))
Wield TypeSingle-handed / Full body
MaterialRope (cotton/silk) and forged steel dart
LengthLano 300 - 500 cm, hrot 12 - 18 cm cm
Weight0.3 - 0.6 kg kg
History
Traditional flexible concealed weapon (Anqi) of Chinese warriors. Allows striking at range and instantly retracting the dart back into the hand.
About
The dart is wrapped around elbows, knees, heels, and neck to build momentum, shot straight at vulnerable targets, and retrieved via the rope.