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===Service history=== | ===Service history=== | ||
The T27 SASR is manufactured by the [[Merchants of Qikost]]. As evidenced by its designation, the Type-27 was cataloged [[2527|much earlier]] in the [[Human-Covenant War]] than the comparable [[Type-50 Sniper Rifle System]], which shares the "beam rifle" moniker. Though the T50 was encountered as early as [[2531]],<ref>'''[[Halo Wars]]'''</ref> it was not cataloged until [[2550]] and did not become a particularly common weapon until [[2552]],<ref>[http://www.bungie.net/projects/halo3/content.aspx?link=h3beamrifle '''Bungie.net:''' ''Type-50 Sniper Rifle System'']</ref> which suggests that the Type-27 saw more predominant use throughout most of the war. Despite being supplemented or perhaps replaced by functionally similar weapons, the Type-27 saw continued use among [[Jul 'Mdama]]'s [[Jul 'Mdama's Covenant | The T27 SASR is manufactured by the [[Merchants of Qikost]]. As evidenced by its designation, the Type-27 was cataloged [[2527|much earlier]] in the [[Human-Covenant War]] than the comparable [[Type-50 Sniper Rifle System]], which shares the "beam rifle" moniker. Though the T50 was encountered as early as [[2531]],<ref>'''[[Halo Wars]]'''</ref> it was not cataloged until [[2550]] and did not become a particularly common weapon until [[2552]],<ref>[http://www.bungie.net/projects/halo3/content.aspx?link=h3beamrifle '''Bungie.net:''' ''Type-50 Sniper Rifle System'']</ref> which suggests that the Type-27 saw more predominant use throughout most of the war. Despite being supplemented or perhaps replaced by functionally similar weapons, the Type-27 saw continued use among [[Jul 'Mdama]]'s [[Jul 'Mdama's Covenant|Covenant]] forces as late as [[2558|October, 2558]].<ref name="THB 9.19.12"/><ref name="H5G">'''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]'''</ref> The T-27 SASR is now the Covenant’s primary long-range special application weapon, used almost exclusively by scouting personnel and designated marksmen. It is ranked a Rare REQ in [[Warzone]] simulations, and is available at Level 6 energy while giving 100 REQ points if sold. | ||
===Design details=== | ===Design details=== | ||
Revision as of 21:51, March 21, 2016
The Type-27 Special Application Sniper Rifle (T27 SASR), otherwise known as the beam rifle, is a long-range Covenant weapon.[1]
Overview
Service history
The T27 SASR is manufactured by the Merchants of Qikost. As evidenced by its designation, the Type-27 was cataloged much earlier in the Human-Covenant War than the comparable Type-50 Sniper Rifle System, which shares the "beam rifle" moniker. Though the T50 was encountered as early as 2531,[2] it was not cataloged until 2550 and did not become a particularly common weapon until 2552,[3] which suggests that the Type-27 saw more predominant use throughout most of the war. Despite being supplemented or perhaps replaced by functionally similar weapons, the Type-27 saw continued use among Jul 'Mdama's Covenant forces as late as October, 2558.[1][4] The T-27 SASR is now the Covenant’s primary long-range special application weapon, used almost exclusively by scouting personnel and designated marksmen. It is ranked a Rare REQ in Warzone simulations, and is available at Level 6 energy while giving 100 REQ points if sold.
Design details
The Type-27 beam rifle is quite similar in design to the Type-50, suggesting that both weapons were derived from the same ancient Sangheili design.[5] However, the Type-27 has a bulkier profile akin to that of the Type-52 Special Applications Rifle. In comparison with the Type-50, the weapon's firing channel is better concealed and is set closer to the muzzle. It features an enclosed focusing crystal compartment rather than its counterpart's open layout. Another major difference is that the Type-27's grip faces straight back, whereas the Type-50's is angled upward; this allows the user to maintain a conventional shooting posture rather than being forced to fire from below the shoulder. The weapon's grip also differs from the Type-52's in the fact that the Sangheili-designed ergonomic grip has been reconfigured to a smaller thumbhole with additional hand grips, usable by multiple species with different hand structures.[1] Through the ionization of hydrogen gas and the use of a linear accelerator, a powerful beam is emitted at hypervelocity speeds, lethally striking enemy targets. The weapon features a 4x to 10x smart-linked scope which will give off a bright purple shine while zoomed in.[4]
Variants
Sword of the Faithful
The Sword of the Faithful is the personalized beam rifle of the Prophet of Regret's majordomo. It features enhanced hipfire accuracy, faster heat dissipation, and a higher rate of fire compared to normal T27 beam rifles. It is ranked a Ultra-Rare REQ in Warzone simulations, and is available at Level 6 energy while giving 150 REQ points if sold.[4]
Krith's Left Hand
Krith's Left Hand was reclaimed from the Kig-Yar Pirate Prince's personal vaults by Ripa 'Moramee sometime before the latter became the Arbiter.[6] Unlike other beam rifles Krith's Left Hand fires in three-round bursts with one pull of the trigger. A single burst will kill a Spartan in War Games. It is ranked a Legendary REQ in Warzone simulations, and is available at Level 7 energy while giving 200 REQ points if sold.[4]
Gallery
The Type-27 Beam Rifle in Halo 2 Anniversary.
The Type-27 Beam Rifle in Halo 4.
HUD Icon of the Type-27 Beam Rifle.
Alternate render of the Type-27 Beam Rifle.
A SPARTAN-IV wielding the Type-27 SASR.
A Jackal Sniper wielding the beam rifle.
First-person view of the beam rifle in Halo 4 campaign.
First-person view of the beam rifle in Halo 4 multiplayer.
The Beam Rifle being used in Halo 4's multiplayer.
View through the beam rifle's scope in Halo 4.
Render of the beam rifle's scope in Halo 4.
In-game view through the beam rifle's scope in Halo 4 multiplayer.
Jul 'Mdama using a T-27 beam rifle during Operation: ATHENA in Halo: Escalation.
The T-27 Beam Rifle in Halo 2: Anniversary.
First-person view of the T-27 on Stonetown.
The T-27 overheating.
The 5x zoom on the T-27.
The 10x zoom on the T-27.
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Render of the Type-27 beam rifle in Halo 5: Guardians.
First-person view of the T-27 on Riptide.
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The 4x zoom on the T-27.
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The 10x zoom on the T-27.
REQ card of Sword of the Faithful
REQ card of Krith's Left Hand
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First-person view of Krith's Left Hand.
The Type-27 Beam Rifle in Halo Online.
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List of appearances
- Halo 4 (First appearance)
- Halo: Escalation
- Halo 2: Anniversary
- Halo 5: Guardians
- Halo Online
Sources
- ^ a b c Cite error: Invalid
<ref>tag; no text was provided for refs namedTHB 9.19.12 - ^ Halo Wars
- ^ Bungie.net: Type-50 Sniper Rifle System
- ^ a b c d Halo 5: Guardians
- ^ Halo: The Essential Visual Guide, page 71
- ^ Halo Wars: Genesis
