Editing Vostu-pattern carbine

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|cost=
|size=Handheld, Two-Handed
*Length (o/a): 122.8 cm (48.3 in.)
*Length (barrel):58.69 cm (23.5 in.)
*Weight (empty):7 kg (15.5 lbs)
*Weight (loaded):8.8 kg (19.5 lbs)
|damage per hit=Medium
|magazine=18 rounds
|maxammo=90 rounds or 5 magazines
|fire=Semi-Automatic
|ammotype=8.7 x 60mm caseless radioactive projectiles (composition unknown)
|operation=recoil-operated, semi-automatic, and charger-fed
|rate of fire=Medium
|velocity=700 m/s (2296 f/s)
|accuracy=High
|range=close, medium, and long-range
*600 meters (1968 ft)
|era=
|counterpart=[[BR55 Battle Rifle|BR55]] and [[BR55HB SR Battle Rifle]]s
|counterwep=
|affiliation=[[Covenant]]. Then [[Covenant Separatist]] and [[Covenant Loyalist]]
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<center>''Were you looking for the [[Type-25 Carbine]], better known as the Spiker?''</center>


{{Article Quote|"Oh man! You really need to learn to recognize the symbols on top of the gun - count your shots too. First time I picked one up I just about brained myself when it ejected."

—Anonymous serviceman}}
The '''Type-51 Carbine''', also known as the '''Covenant Carbine''', is a [[Covenant]] infantry [[weapon]]. It is widely used by [[Brutes]], [[Jackals]] and [[Elites]], and also sometimes used by [[Marines]] and [[Flood Combat Form|Combat Forms]].
<ref>http://www.bungie.net/projects/halo3/content.aspx?link=h3carbine</ref>. 

==Summary==
[[File:Maser_Chief_With_Carbine.JPG|thumb|John-117 holding a Carbine.]]
The Type-51 Carbine is the [[Covenant]] equivalent of the [[UNSC]] [[BR55HB SR Battle Rifle]] and [[BR55 Battle Rifle]], in terms of usage. It is a semi-automatic weapon that combines high accuracy with decent damage power, used primarily for mid-range combat. Unlike most standard-issue Covenant weapons, such as the [[Plasma Rifle]], the Carbine doesn't run on a battery. Instead, it fires solid, radioactive projectiles, similar to that of a [[Fuel Rod Gun]], from an 18-round cylindrical magazine, sometimes suggested as being analogous to a "charger clip" style magazine, (such as in an M1 Garand or M91 Carcano used in [[World War II|WWII]]). It has a similar feature to the [[Assault Rifle]] and the Battle Rifle in that it tells how much ammunition is in the magazine. It is sometimes carried by Brutes and Elites, though this is not usually their preferred weapon, as they prefer more common weapons, such as the [[Spiker]] for the Brutes, and the [[Plasma Rifle]] and [[Energy Sword]] for the Elites. In the hands of a Brute, or Elite, they can be extremely deadly, allowing them to engage their enemies at mid range with deadly accuracy. This is the weapon of choice for [[Jackal Snipers]] in [[Halo 3]], along with the Beam Rifle. In fact, it almost replaces the Beam Rifle for Sniper Jackals, unless on a higher difficulty.  

===Advantages===
With a 2x zoom ability its possible to make deadly head shots from large distances. It is also effective at killing an unshielded opponent in [[multiplayer]], and has equal effectiveness to an unshielded enemy as that of a [[Battle Rifle]] and the [[M6C]], [[M6D]] and [[M6G]] [[pistols]]. Like those weapons, it will kill an unshielded opponent with one shot to the head instantly.

Because the Carbine fires shielded radioactive isotope rounds (not [[plasma]] bolts), it is more useful against the [[Flood]] than the other Covenant weapons, excluding explosives, as it can destroy the embedded [[Infection Form]]. One of the best uses for this weapon is to shoot the armored headpiece off of [[Brutes]], after which another head shot from the weapon will dispatch them. The Carbine is also more effective at taking down [[Brute Chieftains]] than the [[Battle Rifle]].

The Carbine, when used correctly, can take down an enemy slightly faster than a [[Battle Rifle]] can, though it requires more aim, taking at least seven shots to the head in [[Multiplayer]]. Damage done by the Carbine is slightly lower than that of the Battle Rifle (if all three bullets hit), but it fires about twice as fast, making it comparably deadly.

[[Image:1659326241 22c84405c2 o.jpg|left|200px|thumb|A carbine round being fired by a [[Jackal Sniper]].]]

The Covenant Carbine has one other advantage over the Battle Rifle. It is able to do damage to [[Jackal Point Defense Gauntlets]], [[Enforcer]] shields, [[Stationary Shield Generators]], [[Brute Power Armor]], and other [[shields]] of such nature, though not as much as other Covenant weapons.

It's also very useful in the ''[[Halo 2]]'' [[campaign]] against Brutes. The weapon can land head shots, and can be used at almost all ranges. Because Brutes have very little head protection, a skilled player can take out three or four Brutes with one magazine or with one shot to the head when playing on easier difficulties. Also since its a fast shooting weapon it is useful to shoot off a Brute's helmet and then shoot a Brute's head making a quick kill.

The magazine, though holding less ammo than the BR, will last longer because the BR fires in three shot bursts.

===Disadvantages===
The Carbine's only disadvantage is that your position is clearly shown by a yellowish-green trail with each shot, just like the Sniper Rifle's vapor trail or the Battle Rifle's tracer trail. Its sound may also attract the attention of nearby players. Also, in ''Halo 3'', a green mist is ejected from the ammo slot, giving away the player's position if reloaded. It also has weaker firepower, so it usually only gives an advantage to more skilled players, though less skilled players with some degree of luck may be able to use it effectively as well. Also, it is not as effective if you use rapid fire, but a sniper with good aim and that can take cover well can be deadly with a Carbine.

==Changes From [[Halo 2]]==
*In ''Halo 2'', the Carbine's green semicircle will change into a red circle when the magazine is empty. It will not do this in ''Halo 3''.
*In ''Halo 2'', when you zoom in, the view is a group of [[seven]] hexagons melded into a honeycomb shape. In ''Halo 3'', four lines will separate from the center in addition to the hexagons, almost on the same plane as the reticule lines.
*In ''Halo 3'', the Carbine has a green patterned circle on top of the magazine indicator.
*Carbine ammo is much more abundant, double the amount usually given in Halo 2.

==''[[Halo 3]]''==
[[Image:H3_Covenant_Carbine_angle.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Halo 3 Carbine]]
During the [[Halo 3 Beta]], there were concerns that the Carbine was overpowered compared to its counterpart the [[Battle Rifle]]. This disparity was attributed to an excessively high rate of fire, which allowed it to inflict more damage over time than the Battle Rifle did. In the final cut, the Carbine's rate of fire has been reduced to about that of the ''[[Halo 2]]'' version. Furthermore, its power has been reduced slightly from its ''[[Halo 2]]'' counterpart. It now takes ''eight'' head shots to kill a fully-shielded opponent in [[multiplayer]], as opposed to the shorter ''[[seven]]'' in ''[[Halo 2]]'' and the ''[[Halo 3 Beta]]''. In addition to the reduction in per-shot damage, the Carbine, also starts with two spare magazines when found in [[multiplayer]], whereas it only started with a single spare magazine in ''[[Halo 2]]'' [[multiplayer]].

Also, in the Beta, when reloaded, it did not seem to emit a small cloud of gas as it does in the final version of the game.

As far as the Covenant Carbine's role in the [[campaign]], it is still occasionally found to be used by Brutes, but it can most frequently be found in the hands of Jackals, who utilize it in a marksman role.

==Combat Tactics==
===Grunts===
As with the Battle Rifle, the Covenant Carbine will easily take down [[Unggoy|Grunts]] from close to far range. Simply aim for the head, and the Unggoy will be dead. However, if you aim for the body, it will take 4-6 shots, decreasing its effectiveness. However, the Battle Rifle is more suited for that job.

===Jackals===
Once again, it is advised to alternate to the Battle Rifle due to the faster firing. If the [[Jackal]]s are on patrol or have their back turned to you, simply aim for the head and pull the trigger, resulting in a one-hit kill. However, if in a hot-zone, you should run up towards the Jackal, [[melee]] it, and kill it with a headshot. Alternatively, if you have ducked behind some cover, then aim for the hole in the shielding on the left, and fire. After the Jackal exposes itself, simply headshot it.

===Jackal Snipers===
[[Jackal Sniper]]s are relatively easier than normal Jackals due to the lack of shielding, however they can be still lethal as a single shot can kill you in [[Legendary]]. To avoid it firing on you, simply shoot it at the head. The Battle Rifle is, however, inferior in this case, because of the spread. Usually, Jackal Snipers will be at a distance, causing the BR's fire to split. The Carbine works best at close-medium ranges. The best way is to have a Sniper or Beam Rifle as a secondary weapon. Taking cover so the Jackal doesn't spot you, zoom in to 10x, and aim at their head. Without moving your aim, switch to Carbine, zoom in, and shoot. Note the Carbine is less accurate and may miss, especially at extreme range, so fire several shots to kill it.

===Elites===
Relatively strong against [[Elites]] due to the shield-depleting nature. In [[Heroic]], it should take around three to four shots to the body. Then, shoot in the head.

===Brutes===
The Carbine reaches its peak in terms of efficiency against [[Brutes]]. All it takes is two or three headshots. However, should you hit the body, you will need to expend ''much'' more ammo (around ten to fifteen shots). In addition, in hard combat zones (such as berserking Brutes), it is arduous to aim for the head, as the head no longer presents itself at the top of the target; however, it is possible to fire two to three shots in the area between the shoulders. Instead, try to use the [[Energy Sword]] (two slashes, one lunge for a kill), the [[Brute Shot]] (melee and shoot), or the [[Needler]].

===Flood===
As with all Covenant weapons, save for the Energy Sword and Fuel Rod Gun, this weapon is somewhat underpowered against the [[Flood]] in Halo 2, unless you land a "chest shot". That is, if stuck with the Carbine, aim for the tentacle protruding from the chest (this is the infection form and one shot should put it down). Of course, the weapon has some use as a semi-sniping weapon. If playing as the Arbiter and not in a hot-conflict zone, engage Active Camouflage, go up to the Flood Form, and melee them (thus depleting their shield, if they have one). Then, aim for the chest and the Form will go down. Note that the Infection forms can still re-infect the Form, in contrast to the Energy Sword (which will disintegrate them). In Halo 3, a few shots in the upper body should kill a Combat Form and instantly dispatches them if you hit them in the chest. However, the Carbine is weak against Pure Forms.

===Overview===
With a 2x zoom ability, it's possible to make deadly head shots from afar, comparable to it's [[UNSC]] counterpart the [[Battle Rifle]]. When you get your hands on one, be sure to take advantage of it. It is also quite effective at killing an unshielded opponent in [[Multiplayer]], and has equal effectiveness to an unshielded enemy as that of a [[Battle Rifle]] and the [[M6C]], [[M6D]] and [[M6G]] [[pistols]]. Like those [[weapons]], it will kill an unshielded opponent with one shot to the head. The Carbine, when used correctly, can take down an enemy slightly faster than a [[Battle Rifle]] can, though it requires more aim, taking at least seven shots to the head in [[Multiplayer]]. Damage done by the Carbine is slightly lower than that of the [[Battle Rifle]] (if all three bullets hit), but it fires about twice as fast making it equally deadly. The Covenant Carbine has one other advantage over the [[Battle rifle]]. It is able to do damage to [[Jackal]] Point Defense Gauntlets, [[Enforcers]] shields, Stationary Shield Generators, [[Brute Power Armor]], and other shields of such nature, though not as much as other [[Covenant weapons]].

Another advantage that the Carbine has over the [[Battle Rifle]] is while used in [[vehicles]]. Since the [[Battle Rifle]] fires a three round burst, perhaps only one or two of the rounds would hit, resulting in less damage then the Carbine. The tracer wouldn't matter, as you're in a [[vehicle]], so for someone trying to take out infantry in a said vehicle, this is a good [[weapon]].

The Carbine's main strength over the [[Battle rifle]] is that it is much easier to wield on the run, which allows you to move around more, whereas the Battle rifle's shots may go everywhere while running depleting the effectiveness.

==UNSC Remarks==
[[Image:sm_h3_Carbine.gif|thumb|A profile of the Type-51.]]
*“So—it’s just their projectile weapons that we’ve figured out how to reload? I guess I’m cool with that.”
*“It’s almost a direct analog of the BR55. I just wish it had a more — um — conventional scope.”
*“In my youth I used to board Olympus a couple o’ times a year—you see where I’m going with this? Yeah. That foxtrot gun is the size of my old board.”
*“Wish it was smaller; wish it had a proper stock — or at least a butt pad.”
*"Hey — don’t inhale immediately after the charger ejects. I heard that shit gives you [[Boren’s Syndrome]].”

==Character Compatibility==
*[[Elites]]
*[[Spartans]]
*[[Marines]]
*[[Brutes]]
*[[Jackals]]
*[[Combat Form|Flood Combat Forms]]

==Trivia==
*The Carbine smoke is of the same of that of plasma grenades, which causes [[Boren's Syndrome]], a deadly, if mostly fatal, disease.
*The Carbine serves as the signature weapon of [[Thel 'Vadam]], running parallel with John 117's Assault Rifle.
*The Carbine is notorious for its large and unwieldy size, as many [[Marines]] have commented. But this is because the Carbine was designed with the Covenant races in mind, (the unusually shaped grip could have been designed for the Elite's three main fingers) and not humans. 
*The ammo of the Type-51 Carbine is loaded similarly and correspondingly to most modern [[Human weapons|human weapons]], a rare generality unlike many other Covenant weapons.
*When the entire magazine of the Carbine is spent, it will automatically eject itself from the weapon, which can be startling for someone who has never fired it before.
*If you reload the Carbine, the magazine will fly off. If you quickly press melee, it will reappear, but will also interrupt the reloading of the weapon.
*In [[Halo 2]], if you give a Marine a Carbine with a partially used magazine, he or she will discharge the magazine, a rare instance of a Marine actually reloading a weapon. 
*In the ''[[Halo 2]]'' and ''[[Halo 3]]'' instruction booklets, the Carbine is incorrectly labeled as having 36 rounds, instead of the actual 18 rounds. Ironically, this is the number of rounds the Carbine's human equivalent, the Battle Rifle, has. 
* The green ring on the end of the magazine is an ammo indicator and is effective when you need to keep your focus on the actual battle.
*Despite having a 2x zoom scope capability, the Carbine doesn't appear to have a scope mounted on it. A theory speculates that the magazines are in fact the scope, explaining the symbols in the center of the the ammo count as well as to why there is no other scope on the Carbine, or, like the Plasma Rifle, it relies on the user's HUD.
*The Carbine is first encountered in Halo 2 on the level the Arbiter.
*The Covenant Carbine is one of the few projectile Covenant weapons that are not Brute weapons.
*In ''Halo 2'', Jiralhanae are seen holding this weapon with only one hand, though they hold it with both hands in ''Halo 3''.
*The Carbine is one of the only Covenant weapons that has a visible magazine popping out of the gun.
*In ''[[Halo 3]]'', [[Elite]]s do not wield the Carbine as much as they did in ''Halo 2''.
*If you give a Jackal a Carbine in Halo 2 and then melee it, it will drop the Carbine and pull out a [[Plasma Pistol]]. This is done for the [[Unlimited Plasma Pistol]] [[Glitch]].
*Many believe the Carbine is the most underrated gun in ''Halo 2'' and ''3''.
[[Image:Plasma Carbine Halo 3.jpg|thumb|right|A Covenant Carbine firing, with light emitting from it, caused by it's gas projectiles.]]
*If you give a [[Jackal]] a Carbine in ''Halo 2'', it will hold both the Carbine and its shield, and the Carbine will protrude from the shield projected by the [[Jackal Point Defense Gauntlet]].
*The Covenant Carbine is the closest [[Covenant]] weapon to function like a [[Human]] weapon in terms of type of ammunition, design, and usage.
*In ''[[Halo 2]]'', if you shoot a Brute three times in the head, it will kill him. Two times to knock off the helmet, once to kill, though this requires good aiming.
*The Carbine's scope has [[7]] hexagons around the cross hairs, yet another 7 reference.
*The Carbine is the only weapon in [[Halo 2]] and [[Halo 3|3]] with which you can see the magazine ejecting in 3rd person.
*In [[Halo 3]], you never see an [[Elite]] holding (while living) a Carbine unless you give them one, except the Arbiter.
*The Covenant Carbine's ammunition type is suspected to be similar to the fuel rods fired from a [[Fuel Rod Gun]], except on a much smaller scale.
*In [[Halo 2]], when you reload, the magazine will pop out but disappear afterward. In [[Halo 3]] they will fall on the floor and take a long time to disappear.
*The ammunition for the Carbine is powered along its entire flight path, consuming up to 50% of its mass by the time it reaches its maximum effective range.
*Some consider the crosshair of the Carbine to be slightly off, which is notable when attempting long range headshots.
*In the level [[Gravemind (level)|Gravemind]], several Carbines have 120 rounds in reserve, much more than the usual max, 72. This also occurs on other levels, especially if the Carbine is taken from an ally scripted to pick the weapon up, such as the [[Marines]] in the detention block in [[Gravemind (level)|Gravemind]].
*It is possible to make "candy" or "Popcorn" with the carbine. It can be seen here[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=paBi6QWuQcE&feature=PlayList&p=414FF0A9A70C9F34&playnext=1&index=33]
*In Halo 3, it has a different animation than that of the one in Halo 2.
*The [[Battle Rifle]] does more damage per shot, but the [[Carbine]] fires faster. While both serve the same function, it is mosly a matter of preference as to which one is actually "better."
*In the [[Halo Wars]] official strategy guide, the Covenant Carbine is called a "slug beam rifle".
*In Halo 2, when the Jackals are your allies, when you give them a carbine they hold it with two hands even if they have the shield in one hand.
*If you look at your shadow while zooming in with the Carbine, you will look the same as you would normally, not looking through a scope.
*It's very effective in blowing Flood Combat forms' limbs of.
*If you go to the article about the [[Elite]]s then you look at the first photo you see is an Elite holding the Covenant Carbine and if you look closely at the muzzle of the weapon it appears to have 4 tips surrounding it similar to the Elites jaws when opened.

==Gallery==
<gallery>
Image:Carbine_render.jpg|The early render of the Covenant Carbine for Halo 2.
Image:New Carbine Design2.jpg|New design for [[Halo 3 Beta]].
Image:1179249534.jpg|A player attacks a Spartan with a Carbine on [[Halo 3 Beta]].
Image:1179249569.jpg|A player enters the fray with the Carbine on [[Halo 3 Beta]].
</gallery>

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+{{era|HW|H2|RVB|H3R|H3}}
-{{Status|Canon}}
+{{Ratings}}
-{{Disambig header|the variant in Halo 2 and Halo 3|the model introduced in Halo 4|Mosa-pattern carbine}}
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+|model=Type-51 Carbine
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+|size=Handheld, Two-Handed
-|service= [[Human-Covenant War]] <br> [[Great Schism]] <br> [[Post-Covenant War conflicts]]
+*Length (o/a): 122.8 cm (48.3 in.)
-|affiliation=[[Covenant]] <br> [[Thel 'Vadam's Covenant faction]] <br> [[Jul 'Mdama's Covenant faction]] <br> Independent [[Sangheili]] factions
+*Length (barrel):58.69 cm (23.5 in.)
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+*Weight (empty):7 kg (15.5 lbs)
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+|magazine=18 rounds
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+|fire=Semi-Automatic
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+|ammotype=8.7 x 60mm caseless radioactive projectiles (composition unknown)
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+|velocity=700 m/s (2296 f/s)
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+|range=close, medium, and long-range
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+*600 meters (1968 ft)
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+|era=
+|counterpart=[[BR55 Battle Rifle|BR55]] and [[BR55HB SR Battle Rifle]]s
+|counterwep=
+|affiliation=[[Covenant]]. Then [[Covenant Separatist]] and [[Covenant Loyalist]]
 }}
-{{Quote|It’s almost a direct analog of the BR55. I just wish it had a more — um — conventional scope.|Anonymous serviceman}}
+<center>''Were you looking for the [[Type-25 Carbine]], better known as the Spiker?''</center>
-The '''''Vostu''-pattern Carbine''',{{Ref/Book|Id=EN|Enc22|Page=292}} {{Type|51|Carbine|C}},{{Ref/Book|Id=ENCY|Enc11|Page=322}} and known as the '''Covenant Carbine''', is a midrange weapon that was created by the [[Sangheili]] and commonly used by [[Covenant]] marksmen.{{Ref/Reuse|EN}}
-==Overview==
+{{Article Quote|"Oh man! You really need to learn to recognize the symbols on top of the gun - count your shots too. First time I picked one up I just about brained myself when it ejected."
-===Design details===
-Manufactured by [[Iruiru Armory]], the design of the ''Vostu''-pattern carbine has its origins among the [[Sangheili]], with a heritage that stretches back to marksman rifles used in conflicts on [[Sanghelios]] millennia ago.{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}} Unlike the newer {{Pattern|Mosa|carbine}}, the ''Vostu''-pattern carbine's design was intentionally adapted for use by other species, featuring native link integration. The ''Vostu''-pattern carbine is semi-automatic, recoil-operated and charger-fed. Additionally, it features an optic with 2x magnification. The weapon's cylindrical magazine holds 18 rounds,{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}}{{Ref/Reuse|bnetcarbine}}{{Ref/Reuse|EN}} and also provides indication of number of rounds left in the magazine by utilizing a holographic display.{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}} The back end of the weapon contains two circular openings, the forward one is the weapon's hand guard and the area in front of it is where the weapon's trigger is located. On the weapon's top rail is the magazine well and ammunition chamber,{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}} next to it is a hammer like device which springs back when the weapon is fired. The forward part of the weapon contains the ''Vostu''-pattern carbine's barrel, which controls the rapid acceleration of the projectile out at a high velocity.{{Ref/Reuse|bnetcarbine}}
-====Ammunition====
+—Anonymous serviceman}}
-The ''Vostu''-pattern carbine marks itself as unique among [[Covenant]] firearms by its ammunition. Rather than using [[plasma]], which can be inaccurate, noisy, and slow at long range,{{Ref/Reuse|ENCY}} this weapon utilizes 8×60mm caseless radioactive projectiles. This ammunition can come in a number of compositions, but the Covenant primarily employ an extremely toxic compound mined from a radioactive [[moon]] in the Sangheili's [[Urs system|home star system]],{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}} as well as several other locations in Covenant territory.{{Ref/Site|URL=https://forums.halowaypoint.com/yaf_postsm3003659_Catalog-Interaction.aspx#post3003659|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Catalog Interaction - Page 48|D=12|M=10|Y=2014}} The ''Vostu''-pattern carbine can fire this projectile at supersonic speeds,{{Ref/Reuse|ENCY}} when fired, the round, which is coated in a shielded material{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}} is accelerated to a speed anywhere from Mach 1 to Mach 5, traveling downrange at 2,296 feet per second.{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}} The round is powered along its entire flight path, consuming up to 50% of its total mass by the time it reaches its maximum effective range.{{Ref/Reuse|bnetcarbine}} The ''Vostu''-pattern carbine's ballistic round can stop a target at up to six hundred and fifty yards. It is believed that this round is based on technology used in the larger [[fuel rod]]s weapons.{{Ref/Reuse|ENCY}}
+The '''Type-51 Carbine''', also known as the '''Covenant Carbine''', is a [[Covenant]] infantry [[weapon]]. It is widely used by [[Brutes]], [[Jackals]] and [[Elites]], and also sometimes used by [[Marines]] and [[Flood Combat Form|Combat Forms]].
+<ref>http://www.bungie.net/projects/halo3/content.aspx?link=h3carbine</ref>.
-Against light armored targets, the rounds' supersonic speed and super-heated nature ensures armor penetration on either the first or second impact. Impacts to the flesh can vary dependent upon range and speed - a single round impacting flesh at close range will penetrate deep into the target, and can nick bone. The kinetic energy from the impact of a round at close range can knock back an individual.{{Ref/Anthology|HEvol|Story=Midnight in the Heart of Midlothian}} Two rounds that impact the same area at close range will pass through the target easily. Upon impact the round releases a toxic material into a victims bloodstream,{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}} in addition to radiation burns the victim suffers. The chance of survival of being hit from the ''Vostu''-pattern carbine is low. If the round has not struck a vital organ the victim only has a few minutes before the toxic chemicals kill the victim unless it is treated immediately.{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}}
+==Summary==
+[[File:Maser_Chief_With_Carbine.JPG|thumb|John-117 holding a Carbine.]]
+The Type-51 Carbine is the [[Covenant]] equivalent of the [[UNSC]] [[BR55HB SR Battle Rifle]] and [[BR55 Battle Rifle]], in terms of usage. It is a semi-automatic weapon that combines high accuracy with decent damage power, used primarily for mid-range combat. Unlike most standard-issue Covenant weapons, such as the [[Plasma Rifle]], the Carbine doesn't run on a battery. Instead, it fires solid, radioactive projectiles, similar to that of a [[Fuel Rod Gun]], from an 18-round cylindrical magazine, sometimes suggested as being analogous to a "charger clip" style magazine, (such as in an M1 Garand or M91 Carcano used in [[World War II|WWII]]). It has a similar feature to the [[Assault Rifle]] and the Battle Rifle in that it tells how much ammunition is in the magazine. It is sometimes carried by Brutes and Elites, though this is not usually their preferred weapon, as they prefer more common weapons, such as the [[Spiker]] for the Brutes, and the [[Plasma Rifle]] and [[Energy Sword]] for the Elites. In the hands of a Brute, or Elite, they can be extremely deadly, allowing them to engage their enemies at mid range with deadly accuracy. This is the weapon of choice for [[Jackal Snipers]] in [[Halo 3]], along with the Beam Rifle. In fact, it almost replaces the Beam Rifle for Sniper Jackals, unless on a higher difficulty.
-[[File:H4 FUD Silva with Carbine.jpg|thumb|right|250px|[[Chyler Silva]] using a ''Vostu''-pattern carbine at the [[Corbulo Academy of Military Science]].]]
+===Advantages===
-===Usage===
+With a 2x zoom ability its possible to make deadly head shots from large distances. It is also effective at killing an unshielded opponent in [[multiplayer]], and has equal effectiveness to an unshielded enemy as that of a [[Battle Rifle]] and the [[M6C]], [[M6D]] and [[M6G]] [[pistols]]. Like those weapons, it will kill an unshielded opponent with one shot to the head instantly.
-The ''Vostu''-pattern carbine served as one of the Covenant's primary medium to long-range weapons. It was frequently used by Sangheili of various ranks, though its most prominent use is among [[Kig-yar]] [[Kig-Yar Sniper|marksmen]], scouts, and trackers, who often utilized the weapon as an effective tool for sharpshooting and assassination.{{Ref/Reuse|ENCY}} After the [[Great Schism]], Jiralhanae infantry were often deployed with this weapon.{{Ref/Level|H3|Crow's Nest}} Though it was encountered as early as [[2526]],{{Ref/Film|H4FuD}} and was seen occasionally during the [[Human-Covenant War]],<ref>''Halo Wars''</ref> it was not properly cataloged by the [[Office of Naval Intelligence]] until [[2551]].{{Ref/Note|Id=Mosa|The ''[[Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition)]]'' indicates that the ''[[Halo 4]]'' and ''[[Halo 2: Anniversary]]'' carbine is a {{Pattern|Mosa|carbine}}, despite the UNSC designating it as a Type-51 carbine like the ''Vostu''-pattern. However, this can be attributed to the UNSC's different classification standards when compared to the Covenant's.}}
+Because the Carbine fires shielded radioactive isotope rounds (not [[plasma]] bolts), it is more useful against the [[Flood]] than the other Covenant weapons, excluding explosives, as it can destroy the embedded [[Infection Form]]. One of the best uses for this weapon is to shoot the armored headpiece off of [[Brutes]], after which another head shot from the weapon will dispatch them. The Carbine is also more effective at taking down [[Brute Chieftains]] than the [[Battle Rifle]].
+The Carbine, when used correctly, can take down an enemy slightly faster than a [[Battle Rifle]] can, though it requires more aim, taking at least seven shots to the head in [[Multiplayer]]. Damage done by the Carbine is slightly lower than that of the Battle Rifle (if all three bullets hit), but it fires about twice as fast, making it comparably deadly.
-==UNSC remarks==
+[[Image:1659326241 22c84405c2 o.jpg|left|200px|thumb|A carbine round being fired by a [[Jackal Sniper]].]]
-*“So — it’s just their projectile weapons that we’ve figured out how to reload? I guess I’m cool with that.”
-*“It’s almost a direct analog of the BR55. I just wish it had a more — um — conventional scope.”
-*“In my youth I used to board Olympus a couple o’ times a year—you see where I’m going with this? Yeah. That foxtrot gun is the size of my old board.”
-*“Oh man! You really need to learn to recognize the symbols on top of the charger—and count your shots, too. First time I picked one up I just about brained myself when it ejected.”
-*“Wish it was smaller; wish it had a proper stock—or at least a butt pad.”
-*"Hey — don’t inhale immediately after the charger ejects. I heard that shit will give you [[Boren’s Syndrome]]."{{Ref/Note|There are no conclusive tests that indicate that the ''Vostu''-pattern carbine puts the user at risk for contracting Boren's syndrome.}}
-==Non-canon and dubious canon appearances==
+The Covenant Carbine has one other advantage over the Battle Rifle. It is able to do damage to [[Jackal Point Defense Gauntlets]], [[Enforcer]] shields, [[Stationary Shield Generators]], [[Brute Power Armor]], and other [[shields]] of such nature, though not as much as other Covenant weapons.
-[[File:HTV-Homecoming-FavoriteWeapon.jpg|thumb|250px|A ''Vostu''-pattern carbine hung on the walls of [[Miranda Keyes/Silver|Dr. Keyes']] lab in ''[[Halo: The Television Series]]''.]]
-===Silver Timeline===
-{{Main|Silver Timeline}}
-''Vostu''-pattern carbines are used by Covenant against humanity. One model was held in a display case in [[Miranda Keyes/Silver|Dr. Keyes']] lab.
-==Gameplay==
+It's also very useful in the ''[[Halo 2]]'' [[campaign]] against Brutes. The weapon can land head shots, and can be used at almost all ranges. Because Brutes have very little head protection, a skilled player can take out three or four Brutes with one magazine or with one shot to the head when playing on easier difficulties. Also since its a fast shooting weapon it is useful to shoot off a Brute's helmet and then shoot a Brute's head making a quick kill.
-===Advantages===
-The ''Vostu''-pattern carbine, with its 2× zoom ability is an excellent medium-ranged weapon; its accuracy and performance in the field makes it a popular choice for infantry who are required to engage enemy infantry:
-*The Carbine can kill a standard-shielded enemy in seven rounds.
+The magazine, though holding less ammo than the BR, will last longer because the BR fires in three shot bursts.
-*The Carbine's rate of fire is faster than any known mid-long range semi-automatic weapons of its class.
-*The Carbine can disable any type of infantry energy shield system including [[Jiralhanae power armor]], [[Kig-Yar point defense gauntlet]]s or [[Covenant portable shield]]s.
-*The Carbine's relative precision and low noise emission allows the carbine to perform multiple roles in the field; including designated marksman.
 ===Disadvantages===
-The ballistic round gives off a light green trail, exposing the shooter's position, a weakness similar to the {{Pattern|Sulok|beam rifle}}. Its distinct sound at close to medium range may also attract the attention of nearby enemies. The ''Vostu''-pattern carbine's firepower, when compared with its UNSC counterpart, the Battle Rifle, is stronger, yet slightly less accurate, especially if fired too fast. The magazine is also relatively small and when faced with shielded enemies, the player usually requires an entire clip to eliminate the target unless they aims at weak spots on the armor or energy shield systems.
+The Carbine's only disadvantage is that your position is clearly shown by a yellowish-green trail with each shot, just like the Sniper Rifle's vapor trail or the Battle Rifle's tracer trail. Its sound may also attract the attention of nearby players. Also, in ''Halo 3'', a green mist is ejected from the ammo slot, giving away the player's position if reloaded. It also has weaker firepower, so it usually only gives an advantage to more skilled players, though less skilled players with some degree of luck may be able to use it effectively as well. Also, it is not as effective if you use rapid fire, but a sniper with good aim and that can take cover well can be deadly with a Carbine.
-===Changes between games===
+==Changes From [[Halo 2]]==
-====Changes from ''Halo 2'' to ''Halo 3''====
+*In ''Halo 2'', the Carbine's green semicircle will change into a red circle when the magazine is empty. It will not do this in ''Halo 3''.
-*In ''Halo 2'', when the players uses the scope, the view is a group of seven hexagons melded into a honeycomb shape. In ''Halo 3'', four lines will separate from the center in addition to the hexagons, almost on the same plane as the reticle lines.
+*In ''Halo 2'', when you zoom in, the view is a group of [[seven]] hexagons melded into a honeycomb shape. In ''Halo 3'', four lines will separate from the center in addition to the hexagons, almost on the same plane as the reticule lines.
 *In ''Halo 3'', the Carbine has a green patterned circle on top of the magazine indicator.
 *Carbine ammo is much more abundant, double the amount usually given in Halo 2.
-*Improved design, including more polygons and better textures.
-*New sound effects for the carbine.
+==''[[Halo 3]]''==
-*The power has been reduced slightly from its ''Halo 2'' counterpart. It now takes 8 shots to kill a fully-shielded opponent in multiplayer, presuming the last shot is to the head, as opposed to 7 shots in ''Halo 2''.
+[[Image:H3_Covenant_Carbine_angle.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Halo 3 Carbine]]
-*In addition to the reduction in per-shot damage, the Carbine also starts with two spare magazines when found in multiplayer, whereas it only started with a single spare magazine in ''Halo 2'' multiplayer.
+During the [[Halo 3 Beta]], there were concerns that the Carbine was overpowered compared to its counterpart the [[Battle Rifle]]. This disparity was attributed to an excessively high rate of fire, which allowed it to inflict more damage over time than the Battle Rifle did. In the final cut, the Carbine's rate of fire has been reduced to about that of the ''[[Halo 2]]'' version. Furthermore, its power has been reduced slightly from its ''[[Halo 2]]'' counterpart. It now takes ''eight'' head shots to kill a fully-shielded opponent in [[multiplayer]], as opposed to the shorter ''[[seven]]'' in ''[[Halo 2]]'' and the ''[[Halo 3 Beta]]''. In addition to the reduction in per-shot damage, the Carbine, also starts with two spare magazines when found in [[multiplayer]], whereas it only started with a single spare magazine in ''[[Halo 2]]'' [[multiplayer]].
-*Emits a small cloud of green gas and a soft hissing noise when reloading.
+Also, in the Beta, when reloaded, it did not seem to emit a small cloud of gas as it does in the final version of the game.
+As far as the Covenant Carbine's role in the [[campaign]], it is still occasionally found to be used by Brutes, but it can most frequently be found in the hands of Jackals, who utilize it in a marksman role.
+==Combat Tactics==
+===Grunts===
+As with the Battle Rifle, the Covenant Carbine will easily take down [[Unggoy|Grunts]] from close to far range. Simply aim for the head, and the Unggoy will be dead. However, if you aim for the body, it will take 4-6 shots, decreasing its effectiveness. However, the Battle Rifle is more suited for that job.
+===Jackals===
+Once again, it is advised to alternate to the Battle Rifle due to the faster firing. If the [[Jackal]]s are on patrol or have their back turned to you, simply aim for the head and pull the trigger, resulting in a one-hit kill. However, if in a hot-zone, you should run up towards the Jackal, [[melee]] it, and kill it with a headshot. Alternatively, if you have ducked behind some cover, then aim for the hole in the shielding on the left, and fire. After the Jackal exposes itself, simply headshot it.
+===Jackal Snipers===
+[[Jackal Sniper]]s are relatively easier than normal Jackals due to the lack of shielding, however they can be still lethal as a single shot can kill you in [[Legendary]]. To avoid it firing on you, simply shoot it at the head. The Battle Rifle is, however, inferior in this case, because of the spread. Usually, Jackal Snipers will be at a distance, causing the BR's fire to split. The Carbine works best at close-medium ranges. The best way is to have a Sniper or Beam Rifle as a secondary weapon. Taking cover so the Jackal doesn't spot you, zoom in to 10x, and aim at their head. Without moving your aim, switch to Carbine, zoom in, and shoot. Note the Carbine is less accurate and may miss, especially at extreme range, so fire several shots to kill it.
+===Elites===
+Relatively strong against [[Elites]] due to the shield-depleting nature. In [[Heroic]], it should take around three to four shots to the body. Then, shoot in the head.
+===Brutes===
+The Carbine reaches its peak in terms of efficiency against [[Brutes]]. All it takes is two or three headshots. However, should you hit the body, you will need to expend ''much'' more ammo (around ten to fifteen shots). In addition, in hard combat zones (such as berserking Brutes), it is arduous to aim for the head, as the head no longer presents itself at the top of the target; however, it is possible to fire two to three shots in the area between the shoulders. Instead, try to use the [[Energy Sword]] (two slashes, one lunge for a kill), the [[Brute Shot]] (melee and shoot), or the [[Needler]].
+===Flood===
+As with all Covenant weapons, save for the Energy Sword and Fuel Rod Gun, this weapon is somewhat underpowered against the [[Flood]] in Halo 2, unless you land a "chest shot". That is, if stuck with the Carbine, aim for the tentacle protruding from the chest (this is the infection form and one shot should put it down). Of course, the weapon has some use as a semi-sniping weapon. If playing as the Arbiter and not in a hot-conflict zone, engage Active Camouflage, go up to the Flood Form, and melee them (thus depleting their shield, if they have one). Then, aim for the chest and the Form will go down. Note that the Infection forms can still re-infect the Form, in contrast to the Energy Sword (which will disintegrate them). In Halo 3, a few shots in the upper body should kill a Combat Form and instantly dispatches them if you hit them in the chest. However, the Carbine is weak against Pure Forms.
+===Overview===
+With a 2x zoom ability, it's possible to make deadly head shots from afar, comparable to it's [[UNSC]] counterpart the [[Battle Rifle]]. When you get your hands on one, be sure to take advantage of it. It is also quite effective at killing an unshielded opponent in [[Multiplayer]], and has equal effectiveness to an unshielded enemy as that of a [[Battle Rifle]] and the [[M6C]], [[M6D]] and [[M6G]] [[pistols]]. Like those [[weapons]], it will kill an unshielded opponent with one shot to the head. The Carbine, when used correctly, can take down an enemy slightly faster than a [[Battle Rifle]] can, though it requires more aim, taking at least seven shots to the head in [[Multiplayer]]. Damage done by the Carbine is slightly lower than that of the [[Battle Rifle]] (if all three bullets hit), but it fires about twice as fast making it equally deadly. The Covenant Carbine has one other advantage over the [[Battle rifle]]. It is able to do damage to [[Jackal]] Point Defense Gauntlets, [[Enforcers]] shields, Stationary Shield Generators, [[Brute Power Armor]], and other shields of such nature, though not as much as other [[Covenant weapons]].
+Another advantage that the Carbine has over the [[Battle Rifle]] is while used in [[vehicles]]. Since the [[Battle Rifle]] fires a three round burst, perhaps only one or two of the rounds would hit, resulting in less damage then the Carbine. The tracer wouldn't matter, as you're in a [[vehicle]], so for someone trying to take out infantry in a said vehicle, this is a good [[weapon]].
+The Carbine's main strength over the [[Battle rifle]] is that it is much easier to wield on the run, which allows you to move around more, whereas the Battle rifle's shots may go everywhere while running depleting the effectiveness.
+==UNSC Remarks==
+[[Image:sm_h3_Carbine.gif|thumb|A profile of the Type-51.]]
+*“So—it’s just their projectile weapons that we’ve figured out how to reload? I guess I’m cool with that.”
+*“It’s almost a direct analog of the BR55. I just wish it had a more — um — conventional scope.”
+*“In my youth I used to board Olympus a couple o’ times a year—you see where I’m going with this? Yeah. That foxtrot gun is the size of my old board.”
+*“Wish it was smaller; wish it had a proper stock — or at least a butt pad.”
+*"Hey — don’t inhale immediately after the charger ejects. I heard that shit gives you [[Boren’s Syndrome]].”
+==Character Compatibility==
+*[[Elites]]
+*[[Spartans]]
+*[[Marines]]
+*[[Brutes]]
+*[[Jackals]]
+*[[Combat Form|Flood Combat Forms]]
 ==Trivia==
-*In the ''Halo 2'' and ''Halo 3'' instruction booklets, the Carbine is incorrectly labeled as having 36 rounds, instead of the actual 18 rounds. This is actually the number of rounds the Carbine's human equivalent, the Battle Rifle, has.
+*The Carbine smoke is of the same of that of plasma grenades, which causes [[Boren's Syndrome]], a deadly, if mostly fatal, disease.
-*In ''Halo 2,'' on the level ''Sacred Icon, ''there is a glitch where the player starts off with 78 spare rounds instead of the usual 72. However, if the player empties the magazine and then try and pick up Carbine ammo, the player will only be able to get a total of the usual 72 spare rounds.
+*The Carbine serves as the signature weapon of [[Thel 'Vadam]], running parallel with John 117's Assault Rifle.
-**A number of Covenant Carbines have more spare ammo than normally allowed on the Halo 2 level Sacred Icon.
+*The Carbine is notorious for its large and unwieldy size, as many [[Marines]] have commented. But this is because the Carbine was designed with the Covenant races in mind, (the unusually shaped grip could have been designed for the Elite's three main fingers) and not humans.
-*On the ''Halo 2'' campaign level [[Gravemind (level)|Gravemind]], several Carbines have 120 rounds in reserve, much more than the usual max, 72. This also occurs on other levels, especially if the Carbine is taken from an ally scripted to pick the weapon up, such as the [[UNSC Marine Corps|Marines]] in the detention block in Gravemind.
+*The ammo of the Type-51 Carbine is loaded similarly and correspondingly to most modern [[Human weapons|human weapons]], a rare generality unlike many other Covenant weapons.
-*If the player gives a shield-bearing Jackal a Carbine in ''Halo 2'' and then melee it, it will drop the Carbine and pull out a [[Plasma Pistol]]. This is done for the [[Jackals' unlimited Plasma Pistols|Unlimited Plasma Pistol]] Glitch.
+*When the entire magazine of the Carbine is spent, it will automatically eject itself from the weapon, which can be startling for someone who has never fired it before.
-*In ''Halo 2'', when reloaded, the Covenant Carbine's magazine will pop out but disappear almost immediately. In ''Halo 3'' they will fall on the floor and take a short while to disappear.
+*If you reload the Carbine, the magazine will fly off. If you quickly press melee, it will reappear, but will also interrupt the reloading of the weapon.
-*In the ''[[Halo Wars]]'' official strategy guide, the Covenant Carbine is called a "slug beam rifle", probably because it fires radioactive rounds at rather high velocities and at long ranges.
+*In [[Halo 2]], if you give a Marine a Carbine with a partially used magazine, he or she will discharge the magazine, a rare instance of a Marine actually reloading a weapon.
-*The designer's idea of the ''Vostu''-pattern carbine self-ejecting the spent magazine might have come from the [[wikipedia:M1 Garand|WWII-era M1 Garand]]'s [[wikipedia: Clip (ammunition)|en-bloc clip]].
+*In the ''[[Halo 2]]'' and ''[[Halo 3]]'' instruction booklets, the Carbine is incorrectly labeled as having 36 rounds, instead of the actual 18 rounds. Ironically, this is the number of rounds the Carbine's human equivalent, the Battle Rifle, has.
-*In ''Halo 3: ODST'', the Carbine has a different firing sound, sounding much deeper than before. Also in ''Halo 3: ODST'', if fired long enough, like the rest of the weapons, the reticle will start moving up. This is likely the result of the player character being an Orbital Drop Shock Trooper, instead of a SPARTAN-II or Sangheili.
+* The green ring on the end of the magazine is an ammo indicator and is effective when you need to keep your focus on the actual battle.
-*The Carbine is arguably the best non-power weapon available in ''ODST''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> Firefight mode. This is due to both the removal of the Battle Rifle from the game and the Carbine's status as a headshot-capable energy weapon, which makes its rounds immune to the adverse effects of the Tilt Skull.
+*Despite having a 2x zoom scope capability, the Carbine doesn't appear to have a scope mounted on it. A theory speculates that the magazines are in fact the scope, explaining the symbols in the center of the the ammo count as well as to why there is no other scope on the Carbine, or, like the Plasma Rifle, it relies on the user's HUD.
-*The Carbine seen in ''Halo 4: Forward Unto Dawn'' appears to be the ''Halo 3'' iteration of the weapon, rather than the ''Halo 4'' version. This is likely because it is probably the same prop that [[WETA Workshop]] created for ''[[Halo: Landfall]]''.
+*The Carbine is first encountered in Halo 2 on the level the Arbiter.
-*It is unknown why the ''Vostu''-pattern carbine is designated as a carbine despite its length being greater than most Covenant "rifles" and its use as a marksman weapon.
+*The Covenant Carbine is one of the few projectile Covenant weapons that are not Brute weapons.
+*In ''Halo 2'', Jiralhanae are seen holding this weapon with only one hand, though they hold it with both hands in ''Halo 3''.
+*The Carbine is one of the only Covenant weapons that has a visible magazine popping out of the gun.
+*In ''[[Halo 3]]'', [[Elite]]s do not wield the Carbine as much as they did in ''Halo 2''.
+*If you give a Jackal a Carbine in Halo 2 and then melee it, it will drop the Carbine and pull out a [[Plasma Pistol]]. This is done for the [[Unlimited Plasma Pistol]] [[Glitch]].
+*Many believe the Carbine is the most underrated gun in ''Halo 2'' and ''3''.
+[[Image:Plasma Carbine Halo 3.jpg|thumb|right|A Covenant Carbine firing, with light emitting from it, caused by it's gas projectiles.]]
+*If you give a [[Jackal]] a Carbine in ''Halo 2'', it will hold both the Carbine and its shield, and the Carbine will protrude from the shield projected by the [[Jackal Point Defense Gauntlet]].
+*The Covenant Carbine is the closest [[Covenant]] weapon to function like a [[Human]] weapon in terms of type of ammunition, design, and usage.
+*In ''[[Halo 2]]'', if you shoot a Brute three times in the head, it will kill him. Two times to knock off the helmet, once to kill, though this requires good aiming.
+*The Carbine's scope has [[7]] hexagons around the cross hairs, yet another 7 reference.
+*The Carbine is the only weapon in [[Halo 2]] and [[Halo 3|3]] with which you can see the magazine ejecting in 3rd person.
+*In [[Halo 3]], you never see an [[Elite]] holding (while living) a Carbine unless you give them one, except the Arbiter.
+*The Covenant Carbine's ammunition type is suspected to be similar to the fuel rods fired from a [[Fuel Rod Gun]], except on a much smaller scale.
+*In [[Halo 2]], when you reload, the magazine will pop out but disappear afterward. In [[Halo 3]] they will fall on the floor and take a long time to disappear.
+*The ammunition for the Carbine is powered along its entire flight path, consuming up to 50% of its mass by the time it reaches its maximum effective range.
+*Some consider the crosshair of the Carbine to be slightly off, which is notable when attempting long range headshots.
+*In the level [[Gravemind (level)|Gravemind]], several Carbines have 120 rounds in reserve, much more than the usual max, 72. This also occurs on other levels, especially if the Carbine is taken from an ally scripted to pick the weapon up, such as the [[Marines]] in the detention block in [[Gravemind (level)|Gravemind]].
+*It is possible to make "candy" or "Popcorn" with the carbine. It can be seen here[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=paBi6QWuQcE&feature=PlayList&p=414FF0A9A70C9F34&playnext=1&index=33]
+*In Halo 3, it has a different animation than that of the one in Halo 2.
+*The [[Battle Rifle]] does more damage per shot, but the [[Carbine]] fires faster. While both serve the same function, it is mosly a matter of preference as to which one is actually "better."
+*In the [[Halo Wars]] official strategy guide, the Covenant Carbine is called a "slug beam rifle".
+*In Halo 2, when the Jackals are your allies, when you give them a carbine they hold it with two hands even if they have the shield in one hand.
+*If you look at your shadow while zooming in with the Carbine, you will look the same as you would normally, not looking through a scope.
+*It's very effective in blowing Flood Combat forms' limbs of.
+*If you go to the article about the [[Elite]]s then you look at the first photo you see is an Elite holding the Covenant Carbine and if you look closely at the muzzle of the weapon it appears to have 4 tips surrounding it similar to the Elites jaws when opened.
 ==Gallery==
-{{Linkbox|gallery=yes}}
-===Developmental images===
-<gallery>
-File:Covenant Carbine render.png|An early render of the Covenant Carbine for ''[[Halo 2]]''.
-File:MMO Carbines.jpg|Carbine variants, as they were intended to appear in the [[Titan (canceled game)|cancelled ''Halo'' MMO]].
-</gallery>
-===''Halo 2''===
 <gallery>
-File:H2-T51Carbine-Gameplay.png|First-person view of the ''Vostu''-pattern carbine.
+Image:Carbine_render.jpg|The early render of the Covenant Carbine for Halo 2.
-File:H2 Covenant Supply Case Trio.jpg|A Covenant supply cache holding several ''Vostu''-pattern carbine.
+Image:New Carbine Design2.jpg|New design for [[Halo 3 Beta]].
-File:CovenantCarbine-Halo2.png|The final in-game profile view of the ''Vostu''-pattern carbine.
+Image:1179249534.jpg|A player attacks a Spartan with a Carbine on [[Halo 3 Beta]].
-File:H2-T51CovCarbine-Scope.jpg|View through the ''Vostu''-pattern carbine's scope.
+Image:1179249569.jpg|A player enters the fray with the Carbine on [[Halo 3 Beta]].
 </gallery>
-===''Halo 3''===
-<gallery>
-File:Landfall CovenantCarbine Prop Photo 1.jpg|A photo of the carbine prop built by [[WETA Workshop]] for ''[[Halo: Landfall]]''.
-File:Landfall CovenantCarbine Prop Photo 2.jpg|Another photo of WETA's carbine prop.
-File:H3-T51CovenantCarbine-FirstPerson.jpg|A player attacks a Spartan with a carbine in the ''[[Halo 3 Beta]]''.
-File:CarbineStudy.jpg|Turnaround reference of the carbine.
-File:Carbine Ammo.jpg|Reference of the ammunition.
-File:H3 CARB MAG REF.jpg|Turnaround reference of the magazine for the carbine (low resolution).
-File:H3carbine.jpg|Blueprint of the carbine.
-File:H3-CovenantCarbine-AngleSide.png|An angled side view of the carbine.
-File:H3 Covenant Carbine angle.jpg|The ''Vostu''-pattern carbine.
-File:HTMCC-H3 BruteMajors&Carbines.png|Two Jiralhanae Majors wielding carbines.
-File:H3-JackalSniper-T51Carbine-Shot.jpg|A carbine round being fired by a Jackal Sniper.
-File:Halo-3-20070923023555552.jpg|First-person view of the carbine in the campaign.
-File:Halo3 123445999 Full.jpg|View through the carbine's scope.
-</gallery>
-===Other===
-<gallery>
-File:HTV-Halo-Kaicarbine.png|Kai-125 using a carbine in ''[[Halo: The Television Series Season Two]]''.
-</gallery>
-{{Clear}}
-==List of appearances==
-*''[[Halo 2]]'' {{1st}}
-*''[[Halo: Uprising]]''
-*''[[Halo 3]]''
-*''[[Halo Wars]]''
-*''[[Halo: Helljumper]]''
-*''[[Halo 3: ODST]]''
-*''[[Halo Legends]]''
-**''[[Prototype]]''
-**''[[The Package (animated short)|The Package]]''
-*''[[Halo: Evolutions - Essential Tales of the Halo Universe]]''
-**''[[Headhunters (short story)|Headhunters]]''
-**''[[Midnight in the Heart of Midlothian]]
-**''[[The Return]]''
-*''[[Halo: Blood Line]]''
-*''[[Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary]]''
-**''[[Terminal (Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary)|Terminals]]''
-*''[[Halo 4: Forward Unto Dawn]]''
-*''[[Halo: Broken Circle]]''
-*''[[Halo: Silent Storm]]''
-*''[[Halo: Shadows of Reach]]''
-**''[[Sacrifice]]''
-*''[[Halo: The Television Series Season One]]''
-**''[[Homecoming (TV Series)|Homecoming]]''
-*''[[Halo: The Television Series Season Two]]''
-**''[[Halo (TV Series)|Halo]]''
-==Notes==
-{{Ref/Notes}}
 ==Sources==
-{{Ref/Sources}}
+<references/>
-{{Covenant rifles}}
+==Links==
-[[Category:Covenant infantry weapons]]
+{{Covenant Weapons}}
-[[Category:Small arms]]
+[[Category:The Covenant]]
+[[Category:Held Weapons]]
+[[Category:Weapons]]
+[[Category:Covenant Weapons]]