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|image=[[File:Halo5GuardiansPlasmaCaster.png|300px]]
|manufacturer=[[Merchants of Qikost]]
|manufacturer=[[Merchants of Qikost]]<ref name="universe">[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/weapons/plasma-caster '''Halo Waypoint''': ''Plasma Caster'']</ref>
|series=Type-53
|series=Type-53<ref name="universe"/>
|type=Plasma-based explosives launcher
|type=[[Plasma]]-based explosives launcher
|cost=
|cost=
|variant=
|variant=
|affiliation=[[Jul 'Mdama's Covenant faction]]
|weight=
|length=
|length=
|width=
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|height=
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|ammotype=*20mm Plasma Scatter Rounds {{C|semi-automatic mode}}<br>
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|ammotype=*20mm plasma scatter rounds<ref name="universe"/> {{C|semi-automatic mode}}
*[[Plasma grenades]] {{C|charged mode}}
*[[Plasma grenades]] {{C|charged mode}}
|feed=5 round magazine
|feed=5 round magazine<ref name="universe"/>
|operation=
|operation=
|rate=
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|velocity=
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|range=Medium-Long
|range=Medium to long
|service=[[Human-Covenant War]]<br>
|service=*[[Blooding Years]]
[[Blooding Years]]<br>
*[[Post-Covenant War conflicts]]
[[Post-Covenant War conflicts]]
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The '''Type-53 Plasma Bolt Launcher''', also known as the '''Plasma Caster''',<ref name="cfodder"/> is a [[Covenant]] infantry weapon.
The '''Type-53 Plasma Bolt Launcher''', more commonly known as the '''Plasma Caster''',<ref name="cfodder">[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/community/blog-posts/canon-fodder-locke-load '''Halo Waypoint''': ''Canon Fodder - Locke & Load'']</ref> is a versatile munitions launcher designed for use in infantry and shock trooper roles. Manufactured by the [[Merchants of Qikost]], the purpose of the Plasma Caster is to weaken enemy lines and entrenched positions, especially those augmented by stationary weapons. Gaining popularity during the [[Blooding Years]], the Plasma Caster was used by [[Jul 'Mdama's Covenant faction|Jul 'Mdama's Covenant]].<ref name="universe"/>
 
==Specifications==
The Type-53 Plasma Caster bears a resemblance in shape and overall functionality to the [[Type-50 concussion rifle]], also manufactured by the [[Merchants of Qikost]]. However, the Plasma Caster is considered to be an elegant refinement and diversification of the concussion rifle. The Plasma Caster is designed with an extended, pronounced stock, a low-set magazine that allows easy access, and an accentuated muzzle which remains closed unless the weapon's operator charges the chambered round, upon which the barrel splays open before launching the charged bolt. After firing a charged bolt, the Plasma Caster enters an automatic cool down mode, though this only lasts for several seconds.<ref name="universe"/>


==Design details==
The Plasma Caster can fire up to five explosive [[plasma]] rounds in quick succession, or fire a single charged round at a greater distance which adheres to a surface it lands upon before detonating, releasing additional explosives to pepper the immediate area. The weapon's relatively clean area of effect allows it to be used surgically in the hands of a proficient user, though at range its slower projectile velocity requires more skill to wield effectively.<ref name="universe"/>
A refinement of earlier plasma-bolt launchers, the Type-53 Plasma Caster has found particular favor among Covenant forces engaged in the bitter civil war on Sanghelios.<ref name="cfodder">[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/community/blog-posts/canon-fodder-locke-load '''Halo Waypoint''' - ''Cannon Fodder: Locke & Load'']</ref> The Plasma Caster fires multiple explosive [[plasma]] projectiles. The Plasma Caster has two firing modes. When firing rapidly, the Plasma Caster shoots balls of plasma in a slight arc, which can bounce off objects before detonating, making it a favorite of Covenant assault troops. While holding the fire button or fired in semi-automatic mode, the Plasma Caster's side panels deploy outwards, firing a more powerful projectile that explodes into smaller charges upon detonation.<ref name="H5G"/> While charge firing, the Plasma Caster's projectiles can stick to any object, including other players. In [[War Games]] two shots will kill a Spartan while a charged shot will kill in one.<ref name="H5G"/>


==Variants==
==Variants==
===Scourge of Fire===
Under the [[Merchants of Qikost]], the Plasma Caster has undergone few changes since its inception. However, [[Sangheili]] [[clan]]s have occasionally introduced ad hoc modifications to improve in-field functionality.<ref name="universe"/>
The ''Scourge of Fire'' fires two plasma bolts at once and does not overheat.<ref name="H5G">'''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]'''</ref>
*'''Scourge of Fire''': The ''Scourge of Fire'' fires two plasma bolts at once and does not overheat.<ref name="H5G">'''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]'''</ref>
*'''White Scar''': The ''White Scar'' fires modified bolts similar to a [[Type-56 Needler]]'s [[blamite]] shards that are set to proximity detonate if hipfired.<ref name="H5G"/>


===White Scar===
==Operational history==
The ''White Scar'' fires modified bolts similar to a [[Type-56 Needler]]'s blamite shards that are set to proximity detonate if hipfired.<ref name="H5G"/>
Earlier iterations of the Plasma Caster had been produced by the [[Covenant]] for nearly a century. However, the weapon was not encountered by [[United Nations Space Command]] forces until [[2553]], a year after the Covenant's dissolution in the [[Human-Covenant War]].<ref name="universe"/> The Plasma Caster has since gained popularity among the [[Sangheili]] during the [[Blooding Years]], a civil war that spread throughout most of [[Sanghelios]] and other [[Sangheili colonies]] after the Covenant War. The Plasma Caster is commonly used by forces of [[Jul 'Mdama]]'s [[Jul 'Mdama's Covenant faction|reformed Covenant]].<ref name="cfodder"/>


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*The weapon's forward body and un-charged firing mode are similar to the [[Concussion Rifle]], though the latter's ammunition detonates on impact rather than a timer.
The weapon's forward body and un-charged firing mode are similar to the [[Concussion Rifle]], though the latter's ammunition detonates on impact rather than a timer.


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
===Normal Gallery===
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:H5GC-PlasmaCaster.png|Concept art of the Plasma Caster for ''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]''.
File:H5GC-PlasmaCaster.png|Concept art of the Plasma Caster for ''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]''
File:H5GC-PlasmaCasters.png|Concept art of different tiers of Plasma Casters for [[Warzone]].
File:H5GC-PlasmaCasters.png|Concept art of different tiers of Plasma Casters for [[Warzone]]
File:H5G-PlasmacasterHUD.png|First-person view of the Plasma Caster.
File:H5G-PlasmacasterHUD.png|First-person view of the Plasma Caster
File:H5G-Plasmacasterzoom.png|[[Smart scope]] with the Plasma Caster.
File:H5G-Plasmacasterzoom.png|[[Smart scope]] with the Plasma Caster
File:Smart Scope Plasma Caster.png|Another scoped view with the Plasma Caster
File:H5-EnemyLines-WraithCombat1.jpg|The Plasma Caster in use
</gallery>
</gallery>


===''Halo 5: Guardians'' REQ Cards===
===''Halo 5: Guardians'' REQ cards===
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:REQ_Card_-_Plasma_Caster.png|Plasma Caster - Basic Weapon
File:REQ_Card_-_Plasma_Caster.png|Plasma Caster - Basic Weapon
File:Scourgeoffire.png|Plasma Caster - ''Scourge of Fire'' Variant
File:Scourgeoffire.png|Plasma Caster - ''Scourge of Fire'' variant
File:Whitescar.png|Plasma Caster - ''White Scar'' Variant
File:Whitescar.png|Plasma Caster - ''White Scar'' variant
</gallery>
</gallery>


Revision as of 16:46, February 11, 2016

Tufasumo-pattern plasma caster
Halo5GuardiansPlasmaCaster.png
Production overview

Manufacturer:

Merchants of Qikost[1]

Model series:

Type-53[1]

Type:

Plasma-based explosives launcher

Specifications

Ammunition type:

Feed system:

5 round magazine[1]

Effective range:

Medium to long

Service history

In service:

 

The Type-53 Plasma Bolt Launcher, more commonly known as the Plasma Caster,[2] is a versatile munitions launcher designed for use in infantry and shock trooper roles. Manufactured by the Merchants of Qikost, the purpose of the Plasma Caster is to weaken enemy lines and entrenched positions, especially those augmented by stationary weapons. Gaining popularity during the Blooding Years, the Plasma Caster was used by Jul 'Mdama's Covenant.[1]

Specifications

The Type-53 Plasma Caster bears a resemblance in shape and overall functionality to the Type-50 concussion rifle, also manufactured by the Merchants of Qikost. However, the Plasma Caster is considered to be an elegant refinement and diversification of the concussion rifle. The Plasma Caster is designed with an extended, pronounced stock, a low-set magazine that allows easy access, and an accentuated muzzle which remains closed unless the weapon's operator charges the chambered round, upon which the barrel splays open before launching the charged bolt. After firing a charged bolt, the Plasma Caster enters an automatic cool down mode, though this only lasts for several seconds.[1]

The Plasma Caster can fire up to five explosive plasma rounds in quick succession, or fire a single charged round at a greater distance which adheres to a surface it lands upon before detonating, releasing additional explosives to pepper the immediate area. The weapon's relatively clean area of effect allows it to be used surgically in the hands of a proficient user, though at range its slower projectile velocity requires more skill to wield effectively.[1]

Variants

Under the Merchants of Qikost, the Plasma Caster has undergone few changes since its inception. However, Sangheili clans have occasionally introduced ad hoc modifications to improve in-field functionality.[1]

  • Scourge of Fire: The Scourge of Fire fires two plasma bolts at once and does not overheat.[3]
  • White Scar: The White Scar fires modified bolts similar to a Type-56 Needler's blamite shards that are set to proximity detonate if hipfired.[3]

Operational history

Earlier iterations of the Plasma Caster had been produced by the Covenant for nearly a century. However, the weapon was not encountered by United Nations Space Command forces until 2553, a year after the Covenant's dissolution in the Human-Covenant War.[1] The Plasma Caster has since gained popularity among the Sangheili during the Blooding Years, a civil war that spread throughout most of Sanghelios and other Sangheili colonies after the Covenant War. The Plasma Caster is commonly used by forces of Jul 'Mdama's reformed Covenant.[2]

Trivia

The weapon's forward body and un-charged firing mode are similar to the Concussion Rifle, though the latter's ammunition detonates on impact rather than a timer.

Gallery

  • Concept art of the Plasma Caster for Halo 5: Guardians

    Concept art of the Plasma Caster for Halo 5: Guardians

  • Concept art of different tiers of Plasma Casters for Warzone

    Concept art of different tiers of Plasma Casters for Warzone

  • H5G-PlasmacasterHUD.png

    First-person view of the Plasma Caster

  • H5G-Plasmacasterzoom.png

    Smart scope with the Plasma Caster

  • Another scoped view with the Plasma Caster

    Another scoped view with the Plasma Caster

  • The Plasma Caster in use

    The Plasma Caster in use

Halo 5: Guardians REQ cards

  • Plasma Caster - Basic Weapon

    Plasma Caster - Basic Weapon

  • Plasma Caster - Scourge of Fire variant

    Plasma Caster - Scourge of Fire variant

  • Plasma Caster - White Scar variant

    Plasma Caster - White Scar variant

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List of appearances

Sources

  1. ^ Jump up to: a b c d e f g h i Halo Waypoint: Plasma Caster
  2. ^ Jump up to: a b Halo Waypoint: Canon Fodder - Locke & Load
  3. ^ Jump up to: a b Halo 5: Guardians

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