Earlier this year, the internet was graced with a very special video. A regal display of talent, charm, and sheer mastery. Danish archer Lars Andersen can speed shoot, run on walls, grab an enemy’s arrow mid-air and shoot it back, and even shoot an arrow with his foot.Not everyone was happy with his purported knowledge of the true history of archery, however, and now Anderson is back with a message for all the haters:View full post on IframeAnd in case you’re not interested in all the boring stuff, here’s the meat:Media Platforms Design TeamLars can indeed grab an arrow in mid-air, but not from a heavy war bow. Media Platforms Design TeamLike the ancient Saracen, Lars can shoot three arrows in 1.5 seconds. Media Platforms Design TeamCritics say he’s got the technique all wrong, but Lars begs to differ. Media Platforms Design TeamHitting an incoming arrow? Archer please, that’s a piece of cake. Media Platforms Design TeamHe can even do it without looking.RamyAssistant EditorRamy Zabarah is a writer, editor, and media enthusiast based in New York City. He manages social media and video initiatives for PopularMechanics.com, generates killer GIFs, and occasionally writes about whatever piques his nerdy interests.
