Ever since its release several weeks ago, the weapon had taken the kingdom by storm. Sales had exploded beyond even my optimistic projections as both military organizations and private awakeners recognized its tactical value. The ability to deliver powerful ranged attacks without requiring years of archery training made it appealing to everyone from city guards to merchant company security forces.
Our family's reputation had soared immensely on the back of this success. The Blackwood name, already prestigious due to ducal status, had gained new recognition as innovators and thinkers rather than just traditional nobility. And more practically, our income had increased dramatically.
The crossbow sales had reached cumulative revenue of nearly one million golden coins in just a short span - an astronomical sum that represented genuine wealth even by royal standards. Market analysis suggested sales would continue climbing as production scaled and distribution networks expanded further.
