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{{disambig header|Jiralhanae variant Plasma rifle|standard variant|Type-25 plasma rifle}}
{{Weapon Infobox
|image=[[File:H5G - Brute plasma rifle.png|300px]][[File:H3ODST-BrutePlasmaRifleLeftSide.png|300px]]
|manufacturer=[[Sacred Promissory]]<ref name="essential">'''[[Halo: The Essential Visual Guide]]''', ''page 145''</ref>
|series=Type-25
|type=Directed energy rifle
|cost=
|variant=
|service=[[Human-Covenant War]] <br> [[Great Schism]] <br> [[Post-Covenant War conflicts]]
|length={{Convert|66|cm|in}}<ref name="ODST Field Guide">[http://halo.bungie.net/projects/odst/guide.aspx '''Bungie.net's ODST Field Guide - Ordnance''']</ref> 
|width={{Convert|17.8|cm|in}}<ref name="ODST Field Guide"/> 
|height={{Convert|37.9|cm|in}}<ref name="ODST Field Guide"/>
|weight={{Convert|5.9|kg|lb}}<ref name="ODST Field Guide"/>
|ammotype=[[Superheated plasma]]
|feed=100 battery units (400 shots per cell)
|operation=
|rate=Semi-automatic, automatic (360–540 shots/min)<ref name="ODST Field Guide"/>
|velocity=126 m/s (413 f/s)<ref name="ODST Field Guide"/>
|range={{Convert|50|m|ft}}<ref name="ODST Field Guide"/>
}}

The '''Brute plasma rifle''', known as the "'''blood-hand'''" by [[Jiralhanae]],<ref name="universe">[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/weapons/plasma-rifle '''Halo Waypoint''': ''Plasma Rifle'']</ref> is a modified version of the [[Covenant]]'s [[Type-25 plasma rifle|Type-25 Directed Energy Rifle]] used by the Jiralhanae. Unlike the original, which is manufactured by the [[Iruiru Armory]], the Brutes' variant was designed and produced in secret by ''[[High Charity]]''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s [[Sacred Promissory]].<ref name="essential">'''[[Halo: The Essential Visual Guide]]''', ''page 145''</ref>

==Development history==
The Type-25 Brute plasma rifle variant was originally manufactured at the Sacred Promissory assembly forges in preparation for the High [[Prophet of Truth]]'s takeover of the Covenant. Under its crimson plating, the [[artisan-engineer]]s in Truth's employ were allowed to make modifications to the rifle's sacred [[design pattern]] specifically tailored to the aggressive nature of the Jiralhanae. These changes would have been deemed heretical without a hierarch’s direct blessing – a blessing Truth was more than happy to offer.

Even in the aftermath of the collapse of the Covenant empire, newly manufactured Brute plasma rifles continue to appear in the hands of mercenaries and raiders, though their source is unknown.<ref>[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/community/blog-posts/canon-fodder-noble-intentions '''Halo Waypoint''' - ''Canon Fodder: Noble Intentions'']</ref> It is classified as an [[Requisition system|Uncommon REQ]] and can be summoned in [[Warzone]] at Level 3 energy while giving 75 REQ points if sold.<ref name="H5G">'''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]'''</ref>

==Design details==
[[Image:Plasma-rifle 02.png|thumb|left|160px|A Plasma Rifle's schematics.]]
The Brute Plasma Rifle is a Covenant [[directed-energy weapon]] that uses a superheated ionized gas called [[Plasma]] instead of projectile ammunition. The weapon is powered by a battery cell. The weapon has a power output of 100-150 KV @ 2~3 dA, and can fire 360~540 rounds per minute. Unlike the [[Type-25 Directed Energy Pistol|Plasma Pistol]], the plasma rifle is capable of semi-automatic and full automatic fire; this is thanks in part to its dual plasma collimator design. Placed atop one another, these collimators fire in a "stagger" taking the slow automatic fire of each individual collimator and combining it, this design allows a faster rate of fire and more rounds per second. The Type-25 DER/J is considerably different than its Sangheili issued counterpart; unlike the standard plasma rifle the Jiralhanae variant fires a more powerful bolt at a higher rate of fire, boosting penetration and kinetic impact over its Sangheili issued counterpart.<ref name="universe"/> The only visual differences between the two weapons is that it is red and is darker towards the back of it. The top half of the Brute Plasma Rifle is also longer towards the end than its Sangheili counterpart which is a more comfortable hold for Brutes. Unlike other weapons utilized by Brutes, it is not only the only Brute weapon that does not look somewhat primitive, but also the only one that does not have blades for close-quarters combat. So far this variant has only been found in the hands of the Brutes, and even then, only since they have seen a return as front-line combatants.<ref name="ODST Field Guide">[http://halo.bungie.net/projects/odst/guide.aspx '''Bungie.net's ODST Field Guide - Ordnance''']</ref>

Against infantry, the lethality of the Jiralhanae Variant of the Type-25 DER is considerably greater than its counterpart due to its higher rate of fire at close range. Injuries inflicted to a victim are severe third-degree burns, this level of injury causes the wound to be cauterized instantly upon impact. Body fluids would be subjected to flash vaporization, inducing a strain or a shock on the body after impact, fluids trapped in organs or arteries in addition to the rapid expansion of heat would cause ruptures or small explosions causing additional damage to the target. Near misses can also cause injury to the target, as they produce severe burns to the area they pass, this can also cause heat trauma or heat stroke from the extreme temperatures of the bolt. Should the plasma impact an object, the impact can cause splash damage creating debris both non-heated and heated that may come into contact with a target, with a crippling or lethal effect. Generally, two hits from either a Plasma Pistol or Plasma Rifle will kill a light or non-armored target. Like its counterpart, over-extended periods of firing can overheat the weapon, causing it to become unusable for a short period of time. In the context of the ''Halo'' games, all plasma weapons' strength and lethality are compensated for the sake of gameplay.

===Advantages===
The Type-25 DER/J is a close to medium range weapon, and as such can inflict very high damage at close range. The Jiralhanae variant is strengthened by a higher discharge rate, doubling the rifle's efficiency - this higher discharge rate allows for higher velocity thus doubling the kinetic impact to targets at close range. The Type-25 DER/J can easily kill lightly or non armored targets with two strikes, against heavily armored targets the Type-25 Jiralhanae Variant can inflict double the damage then the standard Type-25 DER. SPARTAN-IIs can dual-wield plasma rifles, doubling their efficiency in close to medium range combat situations. The plasma rifle's high velocity bolt coupled with its kinetic impact to a target can temporarily stun a target like a SPARTAN-II.

===Disadvantages===
The Type-25 DER/J is even more prone to overheating than its standard counterpart after expending four percent of its battery<ref>'''Halo 2 - The Official Prima Strategy Guide''', ''page 27''</ref> because of the rapid cycling, loading, ignition, and release phases; to prevent the weapon from being damaged, the Type-25 DER temporarily shuts down and opens heating vents to allow the excess heat to dissipate before the weapon reactivates. At 10% charge level, the plasma rifle will begin to misfire, this is due to the battery's inability to deliver enough energy to start and complete the ignition and release phase of operation, hampering the operator's use of the weapon. Human military experts and scientists do not understand how Covenant plasma weapons work, or how they are recharged; as such, when the battery is depleted, the rifle must be discarded or replaced.

The Type-25 DER/J is not suited for long range combat, due to several distinct properties of the weapons operation. The first is the rate of thermal expansion which is determined by the rate of the bloom of the bolt, blooming is the result of plasma breakdown in the air at energy densities of around a megajoule per cubic centimeter. This effect causes the plasma to defocus and disperse energy into the atmosphere. It can be more severe if there is fog, smoke, or dust in the air. As the bolt is accelerated away from the "barrel" of the weapon the plasma begins to decay as a result of the weakening magnetic field. Speed also factors in to this, the faster the bolt is accelerated, the farther the bolt will travel before the temperature of plasma begins to decay and the magnetic field becomes unstable and finally dissipates. As the bolt loses velocity it also loses kinetic damage as it travels longer distances.

==Variants==
*'''Sorrow of Teash''': The warlords who control marauding Brute fleets and thrall colonies have the resources to procure the services of expert weapon smiths from across known space. Improved Brute Plasma Rifle with better accuracy and upgraded heat dissipation. It is classified as a Rare REQ and can be summoned in Warzone at Level 4 energy while giving 100 REQ points if sold.<ref name="H5G"/>
*'''Scale of Soirapt''': Built in the image of the [[Soirapt|lifeless corpse-moon]] that orbits [[Doisac]], with secrets that only the most cunning Jiralhanae can unlock. Advanced Brute Plasma Rifle with increased damage, but can also serve as an utterly lethal melee bludgeon. It is classified as an Ultra Rare REQ and can be summoned in Warzone at Level 5 energy while giving 150 REQ points if sold.<ref name="H5G"/>
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File:Sorrow of teash.png|Sorrow of Teash.
File:H5G Scale of Soirapt.png|Scale of Soirapt.
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==Changes==
===Changes from ''Halo 2'' to ''Halo 3: ODST''===
*Increased time to overheat.
*Increased damage.
*Functionally identical to the Type-25 plasma rifle from Halo 3, albeit colored red.
*Cannot be dual-wielded.

===Changes from ''Halo 3: ODST'' to ''Halo 2: Anniversary''===
*In the campaign, this weapon is identical to its original depiction in every aspect.
*In multiplayer, this weapon overheats at roughly the same speed.
*Increased rate of fire.

===Changes from ''Halo 2: Anniversary'' to ''Halo 5: Guardians''===
*Increased damage, takes a Spartan's shields down in 4 shots and kills in another 8. A vast improvement over the 18 shot kill Brute Plasma Rifle from ''Halo 2'' and ''Halo 2: Anniversary''.
*Overheats much more quickly, similarly to the original Brute Plasma Rifle from ''Halo 2''.
*Like all other weapons in ''Halo 5: Guardians'', it can be smart-scoped.
*Cannot be dual-wielded.

==Trivia==
{{Linkbox|gameplay=yes|gallery=yes|gallerypage=Images of Brute Plasma Rifles}}
*The first level that the Brute Plasma Rifle appears in-game is ''[[Gravemind (Level)|Gravemind]]''.
*In ''[[Halo 2]]'' the "wings" on each side of the Brute Plasma Rifle appear to be burnt or distorted, while the Elite version keeps a normal color.
*It, along with the [[Sentinel Beam]] are the only weapons not shown in the ''[[Halo 2]]'' instruction manual.
*The Brute Plasma Rifle appears once again in ''[[Halo 3: ODST]]'' and now replaces the [[Elite]] [[Plasma Rifle]] version. This is because Elites only appear as corpses in ''ODST''.
*[[Bungie]] may have inserted the Brute Plasma Rifle into the game due to lack of time to create a new [[Brute]] weapon. It is arguable that the Brute Plasma Rifle is the predecessor to the [[Spiker]] of ''[[Halo 3]]'', since both are similar in function and rate of fire. However, the Brute Plasma Rifle has made several subsequent appearances, including alongside the Spiker, firmly establishing it as its own distinct portion of the Brute arsenal.
*Because the Brute Plasma Rifle does not appear in ''[[Halo 3]]'', Brutes instead wield the standard Plasma Rifle alongside their other weapons. The exact reason for this is unknown, as it is the only game in which Brutes use the standard Plasma Rifle at all.
*Strangely, the Brute Plasma Rifle only appears by default in one ''Halo 2'' [[multiplayer]] map, [[Turf (Level)|Turf]].
*The Plasma Rifle and [[Needler]] in ''[[Halo 3]]'' have exactly the same rate of fire as the Brute Plasma Rifle. They all start off slowly, then rapidly gain speed until it either overheats, or the battery is drained.
*The Brute Plasma Rifle has a slightly higher tone than the regular [[Plasma Rifle]], due to the higher rate of fire and Brute design.
*The [[Yanme'e]] in ''Halo 3: ODST ''are now able to use this weapon with deadly precision. The Drones that use these weapons, are either a pale yellow or red color, and have energy shields like the [[Sangheili]].
*In ''Halo 3: ODST'', the weapon is extremely similar to the regular ''Halo 3'' Plasma Rifle. The pickup is even called a Plasma Rifle instead of a Brute Plasma Rifle. This is because it is a re-skinned version of the ''Halo 3'' Plasma Rifle.
*In ''Halo 3: ODST'', a Brute carrying a Brute Plasma Rifle will appear to reload the weapon after using it for a while, by reaching toward his left calf and seems to be doing the reload animation for a [[Type-25 Spiker]]. This is not possible however, because the rifle is run by a plasma battery.
*The Brute Plasma Rifle replaces the standard Plasma Rifle in ''Halo 3: ODST''. This is odd, because in Halo 3, the Brutes are never seen using it.
*The T-25 Brute plasma rifle was added to ''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]'' in the [[Memories of Reach]] update. It is not featured in the campaign, as there are no Brutes.
**Initially, when the Brute plasma rifle was added to ''Halo 5: Guardians'', it had the sounds of a plasma pistol. However, after the release of the [[Warzone Firefight]] update, the weapon received more unique sound effects.

==Gallery==
<gallery>
File:H2-BrutePlasmaRifleSide.png|A profile view of the Brute Plasma Rifle from ''Halo 2''.
File:H2-BrutePlasmaRifle-Screen.jpg|The Brute Plasma Rifle in ''Halo 2''.
File:H2V Compare.png|A visual comparison between the standard Plasma Rifle and the Brute Plasma Rifle.
File:BruteCaptain02.jpg|Two [[Brute Captain]]s wielding Brute Plasma Rifles in ''Halo 2''.
File:H3ODST-BrutePlasmaRifleLeftSide.png|The Brute Plasma Rifle in ''Halo 3: ODST''.
File:H3ODST-BrutePlasmaRifleRightSide.png|A right-side view of the Brute Plasma Rifle in ''Halo 3: ODST''. 
File:Brute Plasma Rifles ODST.jpg|A Brute Pack wielding Brute Plasma Rifles in ''Halo 3: ODST''.
File:BPR Study.jpg|A study of the Brute Plasma Rifle.
File:Brute bolt study.jpg|A study of the weapon's projectile.
File:H2A BrutePlasmaRifle.png|The Brute Plasma Rifle in ''Halo 2 Anniversary''.
File:H2ABPS2.png|John-117 using a Brute Plasma Rifle in ''Halo 2: Anniversary''.
File:H2ABPS.png|John-117 dual wielding Brute Plasma Rifles in ''Halo 2: Anniversary''.
File:H2AMP-BrutePlasmaRifleHUD.png|First-person view of the Brute plasma rifle in ''Halo 2: Anniversary'' multiplayer.
File:H2AMP-BrutePlasmaRifle.png|A Spartan using a Brute plasma rifle on [[Stonetown]].
File:H2AMP-BrutePlasmaRifleDualWieldHUD.png|First-person view while dual wielding.
File:H2AMP-BrutePlasmaRifleDualWield.png|A Spartan dual-wielding Brute plasma rifles.
File:H5G-Indomitablegroundpound.jpg|An [[INDOMITABLE-class Mjolnir|Indomitable]]-clad [[Spartan-IV]] using a Brute plasma rifle on [[Stasis]] in ''Halo 5: Guardians''.
File:H5G-BPRHUD.png|First-person view of the Brute Plasma Rifle.
File:H5G-BPRzoom.png|[[Smart scope]] with the Brute Plasma Rifle.
File:H5G-SangheiliWarrior&BPR.png|A Sangheili Warrior with a Brute Plasma Rifle on [[Attack on Sanctum]].
File:H5G-Cyclops&SOT.jpg|A [[CYCLOPS-class Mjolnir|Cyclops]]-clad Spartan-IV with a ''Sorrow of Teash'' on [[Prospect]].
File:H5G-Cyclops&SOS.jpg|A Spartan-IV with a ''Scale of Soirapt''.
File:H5-REQ-SorrowofTeash.jpg|REQ Card of the ''Sorrow of Teash''.
File:H5-REQ-ScaleOfSoirapt.jpg|REQ Card of the ''Scale of Soirapt''.
File:TemTem.png|[[Tem'Bhetek]] wielding a modified Brute Plasma Rifle during the [[Ambush at Duraan]].
File:HO-Brute Plasma Rifle.png|A Brute Plasma Rifle in ''[[Halo Online]]''.
File:HW2bruteplasmarifle.png|A Brute Plasma Rifle wielded by a Jiralhanae during the [[Second Ark Conflict]] in ''[[Halo Wars 2]]''.
File:HRoa 1 Atriox.png|[[Atriox]] firing a Brute plasma rifle in ''[[Halo: Rise of Atriox]]''.
</gallery>

==List of appearances==
*''[[Halo 2]]'' {{1st}}
*''[[Halo 3: ODST]]''
*''[[Halo 2: Anniversary]]''
*''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]''
*''[[Halo: Shadow of Intent]]''
*''[[Halo Wars 2]]''
*''[[Halo: Rise of Atriox]]''
*''[[Halo: Official Spartan Field Manual]]''

==Sources==
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{{Covenant Weapons}}
[[Category:Covenant infantry weapons]]
[[Category:Infantry plasma weapons]]
[[Category:Jiralhanae weapons]]