I've tried to check Q&A before asking, but I haven't seen this question asked specifically.
If the loading property restricts me to firing my crossbow once per turn, may I throw an improvised or ranged martial weapon as a second attack? I do not have the Crossbow Expert feat.
I'm finding with hunter's mark and Colossus Slayer, an archery ranger would be more effective on average with throwing 2x darts than with firing one crossbow bolt.