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The term '''focus cannon'''<ref>'''[[Halo: Reach]]''', ''game manual''</ref> is used to describe a type of [[Covenant]] weapon, able to fire superheated [[plasma]] in a concentrated beam. | The term '''focus cannon'''<ref>'''[[Halo: Reach]]''', ''game manual''</ref> is used to describe a type of [[Covenant]] weapon, able to fire superheated [[plasma]] in a concentrated beam. | ||
==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
Typically the Covenant fire their plasma in bolts, which is accomplished by forming a magnetic bubble around the superheated ionized gas - once fired, the magnetic bubble holding the plasma is guided towards its destination. Plasma fired in a narrow, concentrated beam is accomplished by modifying the magnetic field so that the superheated plasma is guided continuously in a straight line towards its destination. The focus cannon is usually reserved for assault platforms like the [[Type-36 Scarab]], [[Type-47 Scarab]], [[Type-30 Locust]] or the [[Type-58 Harvester]]. A focus cannon | Typically the Covenant fire their plasma in bolts, which is accomplished by forming a magnetic bubble around the superheated ionized gas - once fired, the magnetic bubble holding the plasma is guided towards its destination. Plasma fired in a narrow, concentrated beam is accomplished by modifying the magnetic field so that the superheated plasma is guided continuously in a straight line towards its destination. The focus cannon is usually reserved for assault platforms like the [[Type-36 Scarab]], [[Type-47 Scarab]], [[Type-30 Locust]] or the [[Type-58 Harvester]]. A focus cannon can be used to take down large scale objects, that either may be in the way of infantry objectives, or to excavate an area.<ref name="universe">[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/vehicles/scarab '''Halo Waypoint''': ''Scarab'']</ref> If faced with a large military presence assault platforms can use their focus cannon to cut through armor and infantry with ease. | ||
Locusts use their Charged Plasma Cannon<ref>[http://www.halowars.com/GameInfo/Factory.aspx#Locust '''Official Halo Wars Community Site''': ''Locust'']</ref> to deal with structures that may be too small for a larger assault platform to destroy. Locusts may be able to perform hunter-killer roles, finding infantry and eliminating them. They can also fulfill an anti-armor role, capable of destroying heavy armor if needed. | Locusts use their Charged Plasma Cannon<ref>[http://www.halowars.com/GameInfo/Factory.aspx#Locust '''Official Halo Wars Community Site''': ''Locust'']</ref> to deal with structures that may be too small for a larger assault platform to destroy. Locusts may be able to perform hunter-killer roles, finding infantry and eliminating them. They can also fulfill an anti-armor role, capable of destroying heavy armor if needed. | ||
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Scarabs use their Ultra-heavy focus cannon to destroy large structures that may be blocking infantry objectives, or if a area must be effectively destroyed. Their main weapon can be used against vehicles if they are within the Scarab's line of sight. They cannot, however, be used in hunter-killer situations against single, or small groups of infantry. | Scarabs use their Ultra-heavy focus cannon to destroy large structures that may be blocking infantry objectives, or if a area must be effectively destroyed. Their main weapon can be used against vehicles if they are within the Scarab's line of sight. They cannot, however, be used in hunter-killer situations against single, or small groups of infantry. | ||
Covenant capital ships also have a weapon similar to the focus cannon, commonly referred to as the [[energy projector]]. It is fired from the belly of the ship right where the ship's central [[gravity lift]] is deployed when unloading troops and supplies. | Covenant capital ships also have a weapon similar to the focus cannon, commonly referred to as the [[energy projector]]. It is commonly fired from the belly of the ship right where the ship's central [[gravity lift]] is deployed when unloading troops and supplies. | ||
===Advantages=== | ===Advantages=== | ||
Revision as of 05:25, July 30, 2015
The term focus cannon[1] is used to describe a type of Covenant weapon, able to fire superheated plasma in a concentrated beam.
Overview
Typically the Covenant fire their plasma in bolts, which is accomplished by forming a magnetic bubble around the superheated ionized gas - once fired, the magnetic bubble holding the plasma is guided towards its destination. Plasma fired in a narrow, concentrated beam is accomplished by modifying the magnetic field so that the superheated plasma is guided continuously in a straight line towards its destination. The focus cannon is usually reserved for assault platforms like the Type-36 Scarab, Type-47 Scarab, Type-30 Locust or the Type-58 Harvester. A focus cannon can be used to take down large scale objects, that either may be in the way of infantry objectives, or to excavate an area.[2] If faced with a large military presence assault platforms can use their focus cannon to cut through armor and infantry with ease.
Locusts use their Charged Plasma Cannon[3] to deal with structures that may be too small for a larger assault platform to destroy. Locusts may be able to perform hunter-killer roles, finding infantry and eliminating them. They can also fulfill an anti-armor role, capable of destroying heavy armor if needed.
Scarabs use their Ultra-heavy focus cannon to destroy large structures that may be blocking infantry objectives, or if a area must be effectively destroyed. Their main weapon can be used against vehicles if they are within the Scarab's line of sight. They cannot, however, be used in hunter-killer situations against single, or small groups of infantry.
Covenant capital ships also have a weapon similar to the focus cannon, commonly referred to as the energy projector. It is commonly fired from the belly of the ship right where the ship's central gravity lift is deployed when unloading troops and supplies.
Advantages
- Weapons with the ability to fire a Plasma Beam can destroy obstacles with ease and speed, cutting down the time it would take Plasma Mortars to accomplish the same job.
- A Plasma Beam is easy to control, and can destroy with precision and accuracy.
- Can be used to destroy a large enemy presence with destructive ease.
Disadvantages
- The range of destruction is not as effective as a Plasma Mortar, as the resulting impact will not spread outside of the initial impact zone.
- The beam can only sustain fire for a short amount of time before recharging.
- Fast and nimble vehicles can out-maneuver the weapon.
- It is ineffective at long range, as the magnetic field loses its energy at long distances.
Gallery
A Scarab firing its main weapon at a M808 Scorpion.
A Scarab's weapon destroying a vehicle.
Closeup of the Scarab's focus cannon prior to firing in Halo 2.
A Scarab destroying a M808B Scorpion in New Mombasa.
List of appearances
- Halo 2 (First appearance)
- Halo 3
- Halo Wars
- Halo 3: ODST
- Halo: Reach
- Halo 2 Anniversary
- Halo: Escalation
