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What were the ridges on a castle called?
Crenellations is on the top of the castle wall, and looks like a sawtooth pattern. The teeth are called Merlons, and the gaps between are called embrasures.
What is the rampart around the top part of a castle called?
The rampart around the top part of a castle is called a parapet. It is a low wall or barrier that provides protection for defenders and often features crenellations for firing weapons. Parapets are integral to the castle's defensive architecture, allowing for visibility while shielding those atop the walls.
What are the sticky up bits on castle walls?
Ah, those "sticky up bits" you're referring to are called battlements. They were originally designed for defensive purposes, like providing cover for archers and soldiers during battles. So, next time you see those "sticky up bits" on a castle wall, just remember they're there to keep the bad guys out.
What are crenellations for?
Crenellations are the gaps at the top of a castle wall or battlement that provide cover for defenders to shoot arrows or other projectiles, while still being protected by the wall. They also create a distinctive architectural feature in castles and fortified structures.
Was the strongest part of the castle called the keep?
yes
What would you call a window of a castle I am writing a quick character work up and I am looking for an alternative to the word window trying to make it sound better?
Perhaps an arrowslit or "balistraria" Or maybe you should put your character on top of the castle walls so you can talk about the battlements or "crenellations".
The most secure part of a castle was called a?
Keep (or dungeon if you were really unlucky!)
What was the center part of the castle where the lord lived called?
mote i don't know
What were battlements used for?
Battlements were/are part of the defenses of an fortified structure. They are the crenellations (evenly spaced gaps) in the top of a wall, or tower. They are designed to give defenders a chance to shoot bows (and later guns) or throw/drop things at the attacking force without exposing themselves to return fire.
What is the castle called in I capture the castle?
The castle is called Scoatney Hall in the novel "I Capture the Castle" by Dodie Smith.
What is the castle called in edinbough?
The castle is called Edinburgh Castle.
Where is the crenellations in a medieval castle?
Crenels or crenellations are the up-and-down bits at the top of a wall allowing defenders protection (behind the tall bits) and space to shoot arrows (from the lower parts). Some crenels included arrow slits in the tall parts as well. Many castles, such as Dover, have had the upper parts of the walls removed so the crenels no longer exist. See links below for images:
