Arambai Langba demonstrated at the Mapal Kangjeibung ground, is known to be one of the deadliest weapons in a battle used by the Manipuris in the olden days at the time of war.
Arambai Langba is a very deadly poisoned lethal weapon thrown by swinging /whirling after several times in the air with devastating effects to an enemy or enemies with awesome speed and accuracy.
"Arambai" is a slightly heavier iron arrow head, poisoned and attached with feathers of cock tails (the tail feathers of the ingenious poultry i.e. the cock and hen. Other birds' feathers may be used along with a short rope tail.
This weapon is used both in frontal attack and while in retreat during a battle or war.
Source :- www.e-pao.net
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