Editing M6C/SOCOM

{{Status|Canon}}
{{Weapon infobox
|image=[[File:M6C SOCOM r.png|325px]]
|manufacturer=[[Misriah Armory]]
|series=[[M6 series]]
|type=Semi-automatic sidearm
|cost=
|variant=[[M6C magnum|M6C PDWS]]
|service=[[2415]] - present{{Ref/Generic|[[:File:H3ODST Cosplay Guide.pdf|The Rookie Cosplay Guide]]|p.64-67}}
|affiliation=[[United Nations Space Command]]
|length={{Convert|43.9|cm|in}}
|weight=
|ammotype=[[12.7X40|12.7×40mm]]{{Ref/Site|Id=bungie|URL=http://halo.bungie.net/projects/odst/guide.aspx|Site=Bungie.net|Page=Halo 3 ODST : Field Guide - M6C/SOCOM|D=25|M=05|Y=2013|LocalArchive=Archive:Bungie.net/Halo 3: ODST: Field Guide#Ordnance}}
|capacity=
|feed=12-round magazine
|operation=Short recoil principle
|rate=~360 RPM{{Citation needed}} (semi-auto)
|velocity=
|optics=
|range=
}}
{{Quote|M6S — whisper-quiet with armor-piercing rounds. Brutes might see us coming, but the only thing they'll hear is their asses hitting the ground.|Gunnery Sergeant [[Edward Buck]].<ref>[[Halo 3 ODST ViDoc: Desperate Measures]]</ref>}}
The '''M6C/SOCOM''', also known as the "'''M6S'''" and informally known as the "'''Automag'''",{{Ref/Reuse|bungie}} is a semi-automatic pistol used by the [[United Nations Space Command]]. It is a specialized variant of the [[M6C magnum|M6C magnum sidearm]] used by special operations teams. 

==Design details==
The M6C/SOCOM variant is a special issued handgun to the UNSC's [[UNSC Special Forces|special operations units]]. The M6C/SOCOM variant has an integrated sound [[Suppressor (attachment)|suppressor]], and [[Muzzle Brake|muzzle brake]]. It is the secondary weapon of special forces like [[Orbital Drop Shock Trooper]]s and is used in operations that rely on stealth rather than direct engagements. In lieu of the [[KFA-2 x2|KFA-2]] sight used on the [[M6D magnum|M6D PDWS]], the M6C/SOCOM utilizes the [[VnSLS/V 6E]] smart linked 4× scope, enabling the user to eliminate targets at long range while incurring limited recoil due to the integral sound suppressor and compensator. It has a considerably high rate of fire with an long effective range, being able to hit a target accurately at about fifty meters. The M6C/SOCOM is, like its M6C counterpart, weaker than the standard-issue [[M6G2 magnum|M6G PDWS]] due to lower efficiency against [[Energy Shields|shielded]] and heavily [[armor]]ed targets. 

Like other M6 pistols, the M6S is operated based on the short-recoil principle. When the weapon is fired, the expansion of gases inside the chamber and barrel creates a force sufficient enough to re-cock the weapon and chamber a new cartridge from its magazine. 

=== Ammunition ===
The M6C/SOCOM uses [[M225 SAP-HE|M225 12.7x40mm semi-armor-piercing high-explosive]] rounds.{{Ref/Reuse|bungie}}

== Gameplay ==
The Automag was added to the ''Halo: The Master Chief Collection'' version of ''Halo 3'' when ''Halo 3: ODST'' was added to PC. Like the BR55HB, it will kill players in 4 headshots.
=== Advantages ===
The M6S is far more accurate and effective at longer ranges than the M6G due to its zoom and boasts a slightly higher fire rate. Combined, these two factors make the M6S an overall more effective weapon than the M6G, although it cannot be dual-wielded. It is generally better to use the M6C as a sidearm rather than a primary weapon for these reasons, but the M6S can be a valuable utility when needed.

=== Disadvantages ===
The M6S cannot be dual-wielded, meaning that players will have to give up their secondary weapon slot if they wish to perform a [[Noob Combo]]. Additionally, rapid and sustained fire of the M6S can result in a significant kick that the user must compensate for if they wish to stay on target. In [[Halo 3: ODST]], the weapon's suppressor does not actually grant any stealth attributes to the player, and firing the M6S will still alert enemies to the user's presence. 

=== Changes from the M6G PDWS in ''Halo 3'' ===
* Complete visual overhaul
* Increased accuracy
* Magazine increased from 8 to 12 rounds (the same as the original [[M6C magnum|M6C]] in ''[[Halo 2]]'')
* Higher maximum reserve ammunition (60 rounds, up from 48)
* Reserve Magazine reduced by 1 (6 to 5 > 8/48 to 12/60)
* Increased rate of fire (same as M6C)
* New firing sound (due to the suppressor)
* Addition of a 4× zoom feature
* Weapon is far less effective against energy shields

==Trivia==
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*In tribute to [[Pistol Kanji|Bungie's usage of Asian characters]] on UNSC weapons, two Korean characters are stamped on the right side of the laser module, which stands for the number [[seven]].
*The SOCOM variant of the M6C was actually modeled for ''[[Halo 2]]''; however, it is unknown if it was ever planned to be included.<ref>[http://download.microsoft.com/download/0/F/7/0F7FCED8-E5CB-4DB7-9CA1-399AFFEE433E/Bungie_Podcast_060209.mp3 Bungie Podcast 06/02/09]</ref>
*In the [[Desperate Measures|''Halo 3: ODST'' ViDoc, ''Desperate Measures'']], [[Edward Buck|Buck]] refers to the M6C/SOCOM as the ''M6S'', paralleling the [[M7S Caseless Submachine Gun|M7S]] silenced SMG, with the "S" likely meaning "suppressed".
*The M6S was nominated for Machinima.com's Inside Gaming best weapon of the year award.<ref>[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JI9DtZWQHBU '''YouTube''':''2009 Inside Gaming Awards - Halo 3: ODST - Best Weapon'']</ref>
*Despite using different ammunition, the M6G appears on the ammo packets for the M6C/SOCOM in ''Halo 3: ODST''.
*There is a flashlight mounted underneath the frame which cannot be used, similar to the MA5C. 
*The flashlight is only seen used by Veronica Dare when entering the Superintendent's data center.
*The M6C/SOCOM fills a similar role in the UNSC as the H&K MK23MOD0 OHWS (Offensive Handgun Weapon System) does for the US Armed Forces.  Both weapons have a 12 round magazine, a sound and flash suppressor, and a laser aiming module (LAM)/flashlight.  However, the MK23 fires 0.45 ACP (11.43×23&nbsp;mm) instead of 12.7×40&nbsp;mm ammo.

==Gallery==
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File:H3ODST-M6CSOCOM-Replica.jpg|Side view of an M6C/SOCOM replica by [[Weta Workshop]] for ''[[The Life]]''.
File:M6C_SOCOM.png|A profile view of an M6C/SOCOM in ''[[Halo 3: ODST]]''.
File:Laser Aiming Module.jpg|A closeup of the laser module. Note the Korean stamped characters on the side.
File:Old HW VISR 1.png|First-person view of the M6C/SOCOM in ''Halo 3: ODST''.
File:Halo3 123659782 Full.jpg|The scope of the M6C/SOCOM in ''Halo 3: ODST''.
File:Socom scope.jpg|The scope of the M6C/SOCOM with [[Visual Intelligence System, Reconnaissance|VISR]] activated.
File:H3ODST Romeo M6S.jpg|[[Kojo Agu]] with an M6C/SOCOM.
File:HTMCC-H3ODST Buck&Mickey 2.jpg|[[Edward Buck]] in combat with an M6C/SOCOM.
File:HTMCC-H3ODST RookieM6S.png|[[Jonathan Doherty]] firing the M6C/SOCOM.
File:H3ODST Data Hive Dare and Rookie.jpg|[[Veronica Dare]] and Jonathan Doherty wielding the M6C/SOCOM.
File:M6CSOCOM Slide-back.jpg|Romeo and the M6C/SOCOM, with its slide back and a spent brass casing being ejected. Note that the trigger finger is at the side of the gun.
File:HTMCC-H3 M6CSOCOM.jpg|The M6C/SOCOM in the ''[[Halo: The Master Chief Collection]]'' version of ''[[Halo 3]]''.
File:H3_Epitaph_ODST.jpg|An [[ODST armor (MJOLNIR)|ODST]]-clad Spartan carrying an M6S on their thigh.
File:H3-M6SHUD.png|First-person view of the M6C/SOCOM in ''Halo 3''.
File:H3-M6Szoom.png|4x zoom with the M6C/SOCOM in ''Halo 3''.
File:HW2-Odsts-1.jpg|An ODST (far right) using a M6C/SOCOM during [[Operation: SPEARBREAKER]] in ''[[Halo Wars 2]]''.
File:Halo Retribution cover.png|[[Veta Lopis]] with a M6C/SOCOM in ''[[Halo: Retribution]]''.{{Ref/Twitter|TDenningauthor|879392311263866889|Troy Denning|Quote=Very observant! It is, indeed, an M6C.}}
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==List of appearances==
*''[[Halo 3]]'' {{MCCo}}
*''[[Halo: Helljumper]]'' {{1st}}
*''[[The Life]]''
*''[[Halo 3: ODST]]''
*''[[Halo Wars 2]]''
*''[[Halo: Retribution]]''

==Sources==
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