An atlatl (from Nahuatl atlatl, ; in English, /ˈɑːtlɑːtəl/ or /ɑːtˈlɑːtəl/) is a tool that uses leverage to achieve greater velocity in throwing darts, and includes a bearing surface which allows the user to transfer energy derived from muscular energy during the throw. It consists of a shaft with a handle on one end and a spur or cup on the other, against which the butt of the dart rests. The dart is thrown by t… (More on Atlatl)