The slingshot is an ancient weapn. The Inca army used it as a weapon before the hand-to-hand combat began. Slingshots were capable of hitting an enemy at more than 70-meter range. The slingshot attacks together with other long range weathen like arrow and short spears, were sent in waves by selected well-trained warriors.

In the ancient Andean civilizations such as Inca Empire slings were made from llama wool. These slings typically have a cradle that is long and thin and features a relatively long slit. Andean slings were constructed from contrasting colours of wool; complex braids and fine workmanship result in beautiful patterns. Ceremonial slings were also made; these were large, non-functional and generally lacked a slit. To this day, ceremonial slings are used in parts of the Andes as accessories in dances and in mock battles. They are also used by llama herders; the animals will move away from the thump of a stone. The stones are not slung to hit the animals, but to persuade them to move in the desired direction.