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|name= | |name=Mk50 Sidekick | ||
|image=[[File:HINF | |image=[[File:HINF - MK50 Product Logo.png|100px]] | ||
|manufacturer= | [[File:HINF MK50 Crop.png|150px]] | ||
|manufacturer=[[Emerson Tactical Systems]]{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} | |||
|series= | |series= | ||
|type=[[Pistol]] | |type=[[Pistol]]{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}}{{Ref/Site|Id=Support|URL=https://support.halowaypoint.com/hc/en-us/articles/6882880281364-Halo-Infinite-Weapon-Equipment-and-Vehicle-Inventory-|Site=Halo Support|Page=Halo Infinite Weapon, Equipment, and Vehicle Inventory|Quote=Mk50 Sidekick. Quick-draw pistol.|D=05|M=05|Y=2023}} | ||
|cost= | |cost= | ||
|variant= | |variant=[[Striker Sidekick]] | ||
|service= | |service= | ||
|length= | *[[Human-Covenant War]]{{Ref/Reuse|WC}} | ||
*[[Post-Covenant War conflicts]]{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} | |||
|length={{Convert|12.9|in|cm|disp=flip|sigfig=3}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} | |||
|width= | |width= | ||
|height= | |height= | ||
|weight= | |weight= | ||
|ammotype= | |ammotype=[[M135 10x31mm SAP]]{{Ref/Book|Id=Enc22|Enc22|Page=166}} | ||
|feed= | |capacity= | ||
|feed=12-round detachable box magazine{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} | |||
|operation= | |operation= | ||
|rate= | |rate=Semi-automatic{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}}{{Ref/Reuse|bench}} | ||
|velocity= | |velocity= | ||
|range= | |optics= | ||
|range=Close to medium{{Ref/Reuse|bench}} | |||
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{{Article quote|Though it lacks big-bore stopping power, the Mk50 Sidekick is very responsive and accurate at short range. Spartans are drilled to equip the pistol very quickly, which allows them to finish off a target if their primary runs out of ammo and they can't take the time to reload.{{Ref/Game|Id=forge|HINF|Forge - Mk50 Sidekick description|Quote=Though it lacks big-bore stopping power, the Mk50 Sidekick is very responsive and accurate at short range. Spartans are drilled to equip the pistol very quickly, which allows them to finish off a target if their primary runs out of ammo and they can't take the time to reload.}}}} | |||
The '''Mark 50 Sidekick''',{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}}{{Ref/Game|HI|[[multiplayer]]|Detail=When the player gets a kill with the Mk50 Sidekick.|Quote=Mark 50 kill confirmed.|Quotee=LUMU}} or simply '''Mk50 Sidekick''' (stylized as '''MK50 Sidekick'''),{{Ref/Reuse|Support}} is a type of [[human]] specialized [[pistol]] manufactured by [[Emerson Tactical Systems]] in service with the [[UNSC]].{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} It is a rapid fire sidearm that performs optimally at close to medium range, although accuracy loss is considerable when fired in restless succession.{{Ref/Reuse|bench}}{{Ref/Game|Id=gameplay|HI|gameplay}} | |||
==Overview== | |||
===Design details=== | |||
Manufactured by [[Emerson Tactical Systems]], the Mk50 Sidekick is a semi-automatic handgun in service with the [[United Nations Space Command]] armed forces. Described as "powerful and compact", it fires 10mm rounds from a detachable box magazine that typically holds 12 rounds. It differs significantly from the [[M6 series]], the UNSC's most prominent sidearm, lacking the M6's signature hand-guard and [[Smart-linking|smart-linked optic]], the [[KFA-2 x2]], while also firing a lower caliber round. The design of the Mk50 is relatively simplistic, with a segmented slide and basic, analogue iron sights. A safety switch is present on the left side of the weapon, above the trigger-guard. Emerson Tactical Systems' emblem is worked into the grip.{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} The weapon usually sports an olive green and matte black finish.{{Ref/Game|Id=HIMK50|HI|Mk50 Sidekick in-game model}}{{Ref/Site|Id=Monster|URL=https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2020/08/31/xbox-monster-energy-promotion/|Site=Xbox Wire|Page=Bank Now, Play Later: Halo Infinite Meets Monster Energy Global Partnership|D=6|M=8|Y=2021}} | |||
== | ===Usage=== | ||
==='' | The Mk50 Sidekick was in service with UNSC forces as early as [[2551]].{{Ref/Novel|Id=WC|Halo: Winter Contention}} Spartans are drilled to equip the pistol very quickly.{{Ref/Reuse|forge}} By December 2559, the weapon was in service with UNSC forces aboard the {{UNSCShip|Infinity}}, serving as primary personal sidearm of Spartans and other special forces units onboard,{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} and saw action at the [[Battle for Zeta Halo]].{{Ref/Reuse|gameplay}} | ||
The | |||
===Variants=== | |||
*'''Mk50 Groovegrip''': A variant with a different muzzle design favored by tech-savvy mercenary groups and security firms.{{Ref/Game|Id=Groovegrip|HINF|Mk50 Groovegrip description|Quote=A favorite sidearm of tech-savvy mercenary groups and security firms.}} | |||
*'''Mk50 Swiftguard''': A variant with beta-build firmware to improve end-to-end data encryption and increase compatibility with vintage UNSC protocols.{{Ref/Game|Id=Swiftguard|HINF|Mk50 Swiftguard description|Quote=Emerson-developed data acquisition suite with real time targeting telemetry meant to integrate directly with the latest VISR displays and tactical uplink protocols. The latest beta-build firmware provides improved end-to-end data encryption and increased compatibility with vintage UNSC protocols.}} | |||
*'''[[Striker Sidekick]]''': A yellow-painted variant of the Mk50 Sidekick that holds 14 rounds, can kill in a minimum of five shots, and features less bloom, at the cost of stronger recoil.{{Ref/Game|HINF|Forge - Striker Sidekick description|Quote=Precision Mk50 Sidekick modified for improved stopping power.}} | |||
*'''Vicious Sidekick''': A Mk50 Sidekick modified and used by Banished personnel.{{Ref/Game|Id=Vicious|HINF|Vicious Sidekick description|Quote=Chop chop.}} | |||
<gallery class=center> | |||
File:HINF - Weapon model icon - Mk50 Groovegrip.png|Mk50 Groovegrip | |||
File:HINF MK50Swiftguard Weapon Model Icon.png|Mk50 Swiftguard | |||
File:HINF Sidekick Striker Crop.png|Striker Sidekick | |||
File:HINF-ViciousSidekick.png|Vicious Sidekick | |||
</gallery> | |||
==In-game information== | |||
{{Article quote|Semi-automatic firearm effective at close to medium range.{{Ref/Game|Id=bench|HI|Weapon customization|Weapons Bench description|Quote=Semi-automatic firearm effective at close to medium range.}}{{Ref/Game|HI|Academy - Weapon Drills - Mk50 Sidekick description}}}} | |||
The Mk50 can hold 12 rounds with at least 72 rounds in reserve. It takes six shots to drain shields, with four subsequent body shots, or one headshot resulting in a kill. It is headshot-capable, features a very rapid reload, more bloom, and also possesses a swift draw time, making it a perfect sidearm to the [[MA40 assault rifle]].{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} | |||
{{:Weapon customization/Model/MK50}} | |||
==Production notes== | |||
The Sidekick was designed as a true sidearm pistol, being lightning fast to draw and fire, acting as a reliable backup when the player's primary weapon is depleted. Compared to the [[Magnum]]s of previous titles, the Sidekick was described being closest in function to ''[[Halo 2]]''{{'}}s [[M6C magnum]].{{Ref/Site|Id=Waypoint|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/infinite-inquiries|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Infinite Inquiries|Quote=The “Sidekick” is a true sidearm pistol that is lightning fast to draw and fire – truly exceling as a reliable backup when your primary weapon is depleted and a Brute is bearing down on you. Compared to previous titles, this weapon is closest to Halo 2's version of the Magnum.|Quotee=John Junyszek (Unyshek)|D=30|M=07|Y=2020}} In [[2021 (real world)#April|April 2021]], it was shown that the Sidekick had received a redesign since its [[Halo Infinite Campaign Gameplay Premiere|reveal]] in [[2020#July|July 2020]]. It would now include an underbarrel attachment similar to those featured on the [[M6C/SOCOM]] and the Tactical variant of the [[M6H2 magnum]], as well as some other small changes.{{Ref/Twitter|Unyshek|1387906016218546177|John Junyszek|Quote=That's not an attachment on the Sidekick. That's the Sidekick|D=29|M=04|Y=2021}} | |||
==Gallery== | |||
{{Linkbox|gallery=yes}} | |||
===Developmental images=== | |||
<gallery> | |||
File:Hinf HUD Mk50 sidekick.png|HUD Icon of the Mk50 Sidekick. | |||
File:HINF MK50 Adrenal Skin.png|An early render of the Mk50, featuring the Adrenal coating. | |||
File:HINF XGS 2020 MK50 Heads Up Display.png|First-person view of the Mk50 in the ''Halo Infinite'' Campaign Gameplay Premiere. | |||
File:HINF Weapon MK50 Sidekick.png|First-person view of the Mk50 Sidekick, prior to its redesign. | |||
File:HINF CGP MK50 Reload Animation - More Magazine.png|First-person view of the Mk50's reload in the ''Halo Infinite'' Campaign Gameplay Premiere, displaying the magazine. | |||
File:HINF CGP MK50 Reload - Ammo Visible.png|First-person view of the Mk50's reload in the ''Halo Infinite'' Campaign Gameplay Premiere, with 10mm rounds visible in the magazine. | |||
File:HINF Mk50 Decals.jpg|A study of the decals on the Mk50 Sidekick. | |||
File:HINF Concept Mk50Groovegrip.jpg|Finalized concept art of the Mk50 Groovegrip model. | |||
File:HINF Concept Mk50Swiftguard.jpg|Concept exploration of the Mk50 Swiftguard model. | |||
File:HINF Concept Mk50Swiftguard2.jpg|Concept refinement of the Mk50 Swiftguard model. | |||
File:HINF Concept Mk50Swiftguard3.jpg|Finalized concept art of the Mk50 Swiftguard model. | |||
</gallery> | |||
===Promotional images=== | |||
<gallery> | |||
File:HINF Sacrifice.png|Concept art featuring a Marine holding the Mk50 Sidekick while carried by John-117. | |||
File:HINF E3SidekickCrop.jpg|The redesigned Mk50 Sidekick with the Watchdog coating. | |||
File:HINF MPRevealTrailer Yoroi.png|A [[Yoroi]]-clad [[SPARTAN-IV Program|Spartan-IV]] wielding an Mk50 in [[multiplayer]]. | |||
File:HINF_Multiplayer Reveal 2021-6.png|A Mk50 Sidekick holstered on a pink Spartan in the [[A New Generation]] trailer. | |||
</gallery> | |||
===Screenshots=== | |||
<gallery> | |||
File:HINF Mk50Sidekick HUD.png|HUD of the Mk50 Sidekick. | |||
File:HINF-MK50SwiftguardFirstperson.png|HUD view of the Mk50 Swiftguard. | |||
File:HINF-FinalMk50aim.jpg|A Spartan holding the redesigned Mk50. | |||
HINF-Mk50FiringThirdPerson.png|A Spartan firing the Mk50. | |||
File:HINF_MK50_Operation.png|Close-up of the Mk50 while firing, with the slide at the rear of travel exposing the barrel assembly with empty chamber as well as the next unfired cartridge. | |||
File:HINF WarMasterOasis.jpg|A Spartan with the Mk50. | |||
File:HINF-CatylistCelox.png|A customized Mk50 Sidekick. | |||
File:HINF MK50Groovegrip 2.png|Close-up of the Mk50 Groovegrip. | |||
File:HINF MK50Groovegrip 1.png|A Spartan with the Mk50 Groovegrip. | |||
File:HINF-YapPK4.jpg|A [[CONQUEROR-class helmet|Conqueror]]-clad Spartan-IV looking at a Vicious Sidekick. | |||
</gallery> | |||
==List of appearances== | ==List of appearances== | ||
*''[[Halo Infinite]]'' {{1st}} | *''[[Halo Infinite]]'' {{1st}} | ||
*''[[Halo: The Rubicon Protocol]]'' | |||
*''[[Halo: Winter Contention]]'' | |||
*''[[Halo: Saturn Devouring His Son]]'' | |||
*''[[Halo: Trial of Reckoning]]'' | |||
*''[[Halo: Hippocratica]]'' | |||
*''[[Halo: The Television Series Season Two]]'' | |||
*''[[Halo: The Third Life]]'' | |||
*''[[Halo: Venezian Sonata]]'' | |||
==Sources== | ==Sources== |
Latest revision as of 10:16, October 9, 2024
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Specifications | |
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32.8 centimetres (12.9 in)[1] |
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12-round detachable box magazine[1] |
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Close to medium[3] |
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“ | Though it lacks big-bore stopping power, the Mk50 Sidekick is very responsive and accurate at short range. Spartans are drilled to equip the pistol very quickly, which allows them to finish off a target if their primary runs out of ammo and they can't take the time to reload.[5] | ” |
The Mark 50 Sidekick,[1][6] or simply Mk50 Sidekick (stylized as MK50 Sidekick),[2] is a type of human specialized pistol manufactured by Emerson Tactical Systems in service with the UNSC.[1] It is a rapid fire sidearm that performs optimally at close to medium range, although accuracy loss is considerable when fired in restless succession.[3][7]
Overview[edit]
Design details[edit]
Manufactured by Emerson Tactical Systems, the Mk50 Sidekick is a semi-automatic handgun in service with the United Nations Space Command armed forces. Described as "powerful and compact", it fires 10mm rounds from a detachable box magazine that typically holds 12 rounds. It differs significantly from the M6 series, the UNSC's most prominent sidearm, lacking the M6's signature hand-guard and smart-linked optic, the KFA-2 x2, while also firing a lower caliber round. The design of the Mk50 is relatively simplistic, with a segmented slide and basic, analogue iron sights. A safety switch is present on the left side of the weapon, above the trigger-guard. Emerson Tactical Systems' emblem is worked into the grip.[1] The weapon usually sports an olive green and matte black finish.[8][9]
Usage[edit]
The Mk50 Sidekick was in service with UNSC forces as early as 2551.[4] Spartans are drilled to equip the pistol very quickly.[5] By December 2559, the weapon was in service with UNSC forces aboard the UNSC Infinity, serving as primary personal sidearm of Spartans and other special forces units onboard,[1] and saw action at the Battle for Zeta Halo.[7]
Variants[edit]
- Mk50 Groovegrip: A variant with a different muzzle design favored by tech-savvy mercenary groups and security firms.[10]
- Mk50 Swiftguard: A variant with beta-build firmware to improve end-to-end data encryption and increase compatibility with vintage UNSC protocols.[11]
- Striker Sidekick: A yellow-painted variant of the Mk50 Sidekick that holds 14 rounds, can kill in a minimum of five shots, and features less bloom, at the cost of stronger recoil.[12]
- Vicious Sidekick: A Mk50 Sidekick modified and used by Banished personnel.[13]
In-game information[edit]
“ | Semi-automatic firearm effective at close to medium range.[3][14] | ” |
The Mk50 can hold 12 rounds with at least 72 rounds in reserve. It takes six shots to drain shields, with four subsequent body shots, or one headshot resulting in a kill. It is headshot-capable, features a very rapid reload, more bloom, and also possesses a swift draw time, making it a perfect sidearm to the MA40 assault rifle.[1]
MK50 Sidekick | |||||
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Weapon Model | Manufacturer | Lore | Rarity | Introduced In | Unlock Requirements |
Critpoint Shroud |
343 Industries | Exponentially increases the weapon's visual appeal. It also makes it look cooler. | Epic | Season 01: Heroes of Reach | Purchase the "Maltese Mayhem Weapon Set" from the Shop for 1,500 cR (or 800 cR during a sale) |
M90 Shroud |
Weapon System Technology | Marketed towards the police and self-defense markets. | Legendary | Season 01: Heroes of Reach | Purchase the "Pop Weapon Set" from the Shop for 800 cR |
Tacticlamp |
Weapon System Technology | A frame-mounted, non-reciprocating shroud with accessory rails. | Rare | Season 01: Heroes of Reach | Purchase the "Tacticlamp 117" bundle from the Shop for 1,000 cR |
MK50 Groovegrip |
Lux Voluspa | A favorite sidearm of tech-savvy mercenary groups and security firms. | Epic | Season 04: Infection | Cyber Showdown II Event Pass level 5 |
MK50 Swiftguard |
Emerson Tactical Systems | Emerson-developed data acquisition suite with real time targeting telemetry meant to integrate directly with the latest VISR displays and tactical uplink protocols. The latest beta-build firmware provides improved end-to-end data encryption and increased compatibility with vintage UNSC protocols. | Epic | Season 04: Infection | Purchase either:
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Stocking Stuffer |
343 Industries | High-velocity holiday cheer. | Legendary | Season 05: Reckoning | Purchase the "Santa's Little Helper" superbundle from the Shop for 3,400 cR |
Vicious Sidekick |
Banished | Chop chop. | Epic | The Yappening II | Purchase the "Cestus" bundle from the Shop for 2,400 cR |
Leaping Bounty |
Fracture: Tenrai | Always against the current. | Legendary | Tenrai IV | Purchase the "Kendo Master" bundle from the Shop for 2,200 cR |
Photon Exciter |
Fracture: Firewall | The battle is on. Playtime is over. | Legendary | Haloween | Purchase the "Molten Chrome" bundle from the Shop for 2,200 cR |
Production notes[edit]
The Sidekick was designed as a true sidearm pistol, being lightning fast to draw and fire, acting as a reliable backup when the player's primary weapon is depleted. Compared to the Magnums of previous titles, the Sidekick was described being closest in function to Halo 2's M6C magnum.[15] In April 2021, it was shown that the Sidekick had received a redesign since its reveal in July 2020. It would now include an underbarrel attachment similar to those featured on the M6C/SOCOM and the Tactical variant of the M6H2 magnum, as well as some other small changes.[16]
Gallery[edit]
Browse more images in this article's gallery page. |
Developmental images[edit]
Promotional images[edit]
A Yoroi-clad Spartan-IV wielding an Mk50 in multiplayer.
A Mk50 Sidekick holstered on a pink Spartan in the A New Generation trailer.
Screenshots[edit]
A Conqueror-clad Spartan-IV looking at a Vicious Sidekick.
List of appearances[edit]
- Halo Infinite (First appearance)
- Halo: The Rubicon Protocol
- Halo: Winter Contention
- Halo: Saturn Devouring His Son
- Halo: Trial of Reckoning
- Halo: Hippocratica
- Halo: The Television Series Season Two
- Halo: The Third Life
- Halo: Venezian Sonata
Sources[edit]
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition), page 166
- ^ a b Halo Support, Halo Infinite Weapon, Equipment, and Vehicle Inventory: "Mk50 Sidekick. Quick-draw pistol." (Retrieved on May 5, 2023) [archive]
- ^ a b c d Halo Infinite, Weapons Bench description: "Semi-automatic firearm effective at close to medium range."
- ^ a b Halo: Winter Contention
- ^ a b Halo Infinite, Forge - Mk50 Sidekick description: "Though it lacks big-bore stopping power, the Mk50 Sidekick is very responsive and accurate at short range. Spartans are drilled to equip the pistol very quickly, which allows them to finish off a target if their primary runs out of ammo and they can't take the time to reload."
- ^ Halo Infinite, multiplayer: When the player gets a kill with the Mk50 Sidekick. "Mark 50 kill confirmed." - LUMU
- ^ a b Halo Infinite, gameplay
- ^ Halo Infinite, Mk50 Sidekick in-game model
- ^ Xbox Wire, Bank Now, Play Later: Halo Infinite Meets Monster Energy Global Partnership (Retrieved on Aug 6, 2021) [archive]
- ^ Halo Infinite, Mk50 Groovegrip description: "A favorite sidearm of tech-savvy mercenary groups and security firms."
- ^ Halo Infinite, Mk50 Swiftguard description: "Emerson-developed data acquisition suite with real time targeting telemetry meant to integrate directly with the latest VISR displays and tactical uplink protocols. The latest beta-build firmware provides improved end-to-end data encryption and increased compatibility with vintage UNSC protocols."
- ^ Halo Infinite, Forge - Striker Sidekick description: "Precision Mk50 Sidekick modified for improved stopping power."
- ^ Halo Infinite, Vicious Sidekick description: "Chop chop."
- ^ Halo Infinite, Academy - Weapon Drills - Mk50 Sidekick description
- ^ Halo Waypoint, Infinite Inquiries: "The “Sidekick” is a true sidearm pistol that is lightning fast to draw and fire – truly exceling as a reliable backup when your primary weapon is depleted and a Brute is bearing down on you. Compared to previous titles, this weapon is closest to Halo 2's version of the Magnum." - John Junyszek (Unyshek) (Retrieved on Jul 30, 2020) [archive]
- ^ Twitter, John Junyszek (@Unyshek): "That's not an attachment on the Sidekick. That's the Sidekick" (Retrieved on Apr 29, 2021) [archive]
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