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==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
===Type-54D plasma pistol=== | ===Type-54D plasma pistol=== | ||
The T-54D plasma pistol was used extensively by the [[Swords of Sanghelios]] and [[Jul 'Mdama's Covenant faction]] in October [[2558]]. It is also the preferred sidearm for [[Spartan-IV]] [[Olympia Vale]].<ref name="H5G"/> | The T-54D plasma pistol was used extensively by the [[Swords of Sanghelios]] and [[Jul 'Mdama's Covenant faction]] in October [[2558]]. It is also the preferred sidearm for [[Spartan-IV]] [[Olympia Vale]]. It is classified as a [[Requisition system|Common REQ]] and can be summoned in [[Warzone]] at Level 3 energy.<ref name="H5G"/> | ||
====Spitfire==== | ====Spitfire==== | ||
The ''Spitfire'' is a T-54D produced by [[Kig-Yar]] armorers that features a faster rate of fire and reduced heat generated per shot.<ref name="H5G"/> | The ''Spitfire'' is a T-54D produced by [[Kig-Yar]] armorers that features a faster rate of fire and reduced heat generated per shot.<ref name="H5G"/> It is classified as an Uncommon REQ and can be summoned in Warzone at Level 3 energy. It can also be found in the [[campaign]] on the level [[Genesis (level)|Genesis]].<ref>'''Halo 5: Guardians''', ''campaign level [[Genesis (level)|Genesis]]''</ref> | ||
====Void's Tear==== | ====Void's Tear==== | ||
The ''Void's Tear'' is an advanced T-54D that features overcharged shots that create an unstable gravimetric vortex by superheating exotic nuclear isomers. At the point of impact the overcharged shot pulls in nearby objects and then explodes.<ref name="H5G"/> | The ''Void's Tear'' is an advanced T-54D that features overcharged shots that create an unstable gravimetric vortex by superheating exotic nuclear isomers. At the point of impact the overcharged shot pulls in nearby objects and then explodes. It is classified as a Rare REQ and can be summoned in Warzone at Level 4 energy.<ref name="H5G"/> | ||
==Gameplay== | ==Gameplay== | ||
===Changes from Type-25 plasma pistol in ''Halo 2: Anniversary''=== | ===Changes from Type-25 plasma pistol in ''Halo 2: Anniversary''=== | ||
*Extensive visual redesign; this plasma pistol's barrels are curvier and look more like the [[Plasma Rifle]]'s barrels. | *Extensive visual redesign; this plasma pistol's barrels are curvier and look more like the [[Type-25 plasma rifle|Plasma Rifle]]'s barrels. | ||
*Can now be zoomed in with [[Smart scope]] to decrease reticule bloom. | *Can now be zoomed in with [[Smart scope]] to decrease reticule bloom. | ||
*Overcharges now track targets better if the player is "scoped-in," similar to the [[Type-56 Needler]]. | *Overcharges now track targets better if the player is "scoped-in," similar to the [[Type-56 Needler]]. | ||
Revision as of 15:54, January 25, 2016
The Type-54 Directed Energy Pistol (Type-54 DEP)[1], also known as the Plasma Pistol, is the post-Covenant War successor to the Type-25 plasma pistol.[2]
Variants
Type-54D plasma pistol
The T-54D plasma pistol was used extensively by the Swords of Sanghelios and Jul 'Mdama's Covenant faction in October 2558. It is also the preferred sidearm for Spartan-IV Olympia Vale. It is classified as a Common REQ and can be summoned in Warzone at Level 3 energy.[2]
Spitfire
The Spitfire is a T-54D produced by Kig-Yar armorers that features a faster rate of fire and reduced heat generated per shot.[2] It is classified as an Uncommon REQ and can be summoned in Warzone at Level 3 energy. It can also be found in the campaign on the level Genesis.[3]
Void's Tear
The Void's Tear is an advanced T-54D that features overcharged shots that create an unstable gravimetric vortex by superheating exotic nuclear isomers. At the point of impact the overcharged shot pulls in nearby objects and then explodes. It is classified as a Rare REQ and can be summoned in Warzone at Level 4 energy.[2]
Gameplay
Changes from Type-25 plasma pistol in Halo 2: Anniversary
- Extensive visual redesign; this plasma pistol's barrels are curvier and look more like the Plasma Rifle's barrels.
- Can now be zoomed in with Smart scope to decrease reticule bloom.
- Overcharges now track targets better if the player is "scoped-in," similar to the Type-56 Needler.
- Is once again able to EMP vehicles.
- Increased damage, killing a fully-shielded Spartan in 9 bolts.
- Does not drain battery while the trigger is held down as long as the current battery percentage is sufficient.
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Gallery
John-117 overcharging a plasma pistol in Halo 5: Guardians.
First-person view of the plasma pistol in Halo 5: Guardians
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Smart scope with the plasma pistol in Halo 5: Guardians.
A Spartan-IV with an overheated plasma pistol on a Forge remake of Battle Creek.
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First-person view of the Void's Tear in Halo 5: Guardians.
Halo 5: Guardians REQ Cards
- REQ Card - Plasma Pistol.png
Plasma Pistol - Basic Weapon
Plasma Pistol - Certification
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Plasma Pistol - Spitfire Variant
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Plasma Pistol - Void's Tear Variant
List of appearances
- Halo 5: Guardians (First appearance)
