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| type=Portable Plasma Turret | | type=Portable Plasma Turret | ||
| cost= | | cost= | ||
| size= | | size= | ||
| damage per hit=Medium | | damage per hit=Medium | ||
| magazine=200 shot charge (when dismounted, but unlimited when mounted) | | magazine=200 shot charge (when dismounted, but unlimited when mounted) | ||
| maxammo=*Unlimited ( | | maxammo=*Unlimited (mounted) | ||
*200 shots (200% battery life)( | *200 shots (200% battery life) (dismounted) | ||
| fire=Fully Automatic | | fire=Fully Automatic | ||
| ammotype=[[Superheated Plasma]] | | ammotype=[[Superheated Plasma]] | ||
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| rate of fire=600 RPM | | rate of fire=600 RPM | ||
| accuracy=Medium | | accuracy=Medium | ||
| range=Medium to | | range=Medium to medium-long Range | ||
| era=[[Human-Covenant War]] | | era=[[Human-Covenant War]] | ||
| counterpart= | | counterpart= | ||
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| affiliation=[[Covenant Empire|Covenant]], then [[Covenant Separatists]] and [[Covenant Loyalists]] | | affiliation=[[Covenant Empire|Covenant]], then [[Covenant Separatists]] and [[Covenant Loyalists]] | ||
}} | }} | ||
The '''Type-52 Directed Energy Support Weapon''',<ref name="Silverlight">[http://www.microsoft.com/silverlight/halo3.aspx '''Microsoft''': Halo 3 Guide]</ref><ref>'''[[Halo Encyclopedia]]''', page 331</ref>, otherwise known as the '''Plasma Cannon''' is a manned automatic [[plasma]] turret used by the [[Covenant Empire|Covenant]]. It was rarely encountered prior to [[2552]] and is likely to be a universal replacement for the older [[Type-42 Directed Energy Support Weapon]].<ref>[http://www.bungie.net/projects/reach/article.aspx?ucc=ordnance&cid=28443 '''Bungie.net''': Halo: Reach Ordnance - Type-52 Directed Energy Support Weapon]</ref> | The '''Type-52 Directed Energy Support Weapon''',<ref name="Silverlight">[http://www.microsoft.com/silverlight/halo3.aspx '''Microsoft''': Halo 3 Guide]</ref><ref>'''[[Halo Encyclopedia]]''', page 331</ref>, otherwise known as the '''Plasma Cannon''' is a manned automatic [[plasma]] turret used by the [[Covenant Empire|Covenant]]. It was rarely encountered prior to [[2552]] and is likely to be a universal replacement for the older [[Type-42 Directed Energy Support Weapon]].<ref>[http://www.bungie.net/projects/reach/article.aspx?ucc=ordnance&cid=28443 '''Bungie.net''': Halo: Reach Ordnance - Type-52 Directed Energy Support Weapon]</ref> | ||
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The Type-52 Directed Energy Support Weapon sports what appears to be shields or targeting displays on its top surface. These could also be heat dissipation vanes; this is supported by the fact that the weapon cannot overheat even if the entire power supply is emptied, non-stop. Additionally, heat/excess plasma appears to be vented by four apertures on the weapon's sides during rapid fire; this probably assists the cooling process. | The Type-52 Directed Energy Support Weapon sports what appears to be shields or targeting displays on its top surface. These could also be heat dissipation vanes; this is supported by the fact that the weapon cannot overheat even if the entire power supply is emptied, non-stop. Additionally, heat/excess plasma appears to be vented by four apertures on the weapon's sides during rapid fire; this probably assists the cooling process. | ||
=== Operation === | ===Operation=== | ||
Used as a heavy support [[weapon]] in ground based combat, it provides a rapid-fire stream of powerful plasma rounds to suppress enemy movements and offensive actions. The cannon is basically a mobile support weapon and as such offers no protection for the operator, which is usually a [[Heavy Grunt]], although it is also a favorite weapon for [[Jiralhanae]] [[War Chieftain]]s. The gunner is completely exposed to enemy fire, so a well-covered emplacement position is desirable for prolonged use, especially if under fire. This separates it from the [[Shade]] and [[Shielded Plasma Cannon]], as both of these offer some measure of protection for their operator but are, however, not man-portable. | Used as a heavy support [[weapon]] in ground based combat, it provides a rapid-fire stream of powerful plasma rounds to suppress enemy movements and offensive actions. The cannon is basically a mobile support weapon and as such offers no protection for the operator, which is usually a [[Heavy Grunt]], although it is also a favorite weapon for [[Jiralhanae]] [[War Chieftain]]s. The gunner is completely exposed to enemy fire, so a well-covered emplacement position is desirable for prolonged use, especially if under fire. This separates it from the [[Shade]] and [[Shielded Plasma Cannon]], as both of these offer some measure of protection for their operator but are, however, not man-portable. | ||
It is carried and operated in a similar fashion to the [[M247 General Purpose Machine Gun|M247 GPMG]] made by the [[UNSC]], with the obvious difference that the M247's round hit almost instantly the plasma canon as with all plasma weapons has a slower moving plasma bolt. It has an approximate sixty-five degree turn radius and fifty degree pitch. It fires plasma bolts similar to those of the Covenant [[Plasma Rifle]], and fires around three hundred rounds per minute. A battery or plasma core is built into the tripod which allows the gun to fire indefinitely. When removed from the tripods power supply, the gun can only use the two hundred units of power (equal to two hundred shots) that the gun itself contains. | It is carried and operated in a similar fashion to the [[M247 General Purpose Machine Gun|M247 GPMG]] made by the [[UNSC]], with the obvious difference that the M247's round hit almost instantly the plasma canon as with all plasma weapons has a slower moving plasma bolt. It has an approximate sixty-five degree turn radius and fifty degree pitch. It fires plasma bolts similar to those of the Covenant [[Plasma Rifle]], and fires around three hundred rounds per minute. A battery or plasma core is built into the tripod which allows the gun to fire indefinitely. When removed from the tripods power supply, the gun can only use the two hundred units of power (equal to two hundred shots) that the gun itself contains. | ||
=== Tactics === | ===Tactics=== | ||
Since the operator is completely exposed, it is logical to kill the gunner and not attempt to destroy the gun itself. The gunners are usually positioned low to the ground and as such can be difficult targets to hit. It is advised to attempt this from cover, since the sheer volume of fire the cannon can lay down is not to be underestimated. Once the operator is down, a well placed grenade or some other explosive should be used to put the cannon out of action permanently (other Grunts will sometimes man the turret if the original gunner is killed). Plasma Cannons are often mounted on [[Gravity Platform|Deployable Lookout Towers]] for a superior vantage point. Facing them in such situations, distance and/or firepower is key, and rushing such emplacements is not recommended on higher difficulties. | Since the operator is completely exposed, it is logical to kill the gunner and not attempt to destroy the gun itself. The gunners are usually positioned low to the ground and as such can be difficult targets to hit. It is advised to attempt this from cover, since the sheer volume of fire the cannon can lay down is not to be underestimated. Once the operator is down, a well placed grenade or some other explosive should be used to put the cannon out of action permanently (other Grunts will sometimes man the turret if the original gunner is killed). Plasma Cannons are often mounted on [[Gravity Platform|Deployable Lookout Towers]] for a superior vantage point. Facing them in such situations, distance and/or firepower is key, and rushing such emplacements is not recommended on higher difficulties. | ||
==Trivia== | |||
== Trivia == | |||
*[[Jiralhanae War Chieftain]]s and [[Thel 'Vadam|the Arbiter]] are able to melee with this weapon while in their hand. | *[[Jiralhanae War Chieftain]]s and [[Thel 'Vadam|the Arbiter]] are able to melee with this weapon while in their hand. | ||
*In the ''Halo: Reach'' Beta's game stats, the Type-52 DESW was misidentified as the Type-42 DESW. This was fixed in the final game. | *In the ''Halo: Reach'' Beta's game stats, the Type-52 DESW was misidentified as the Type-42 DESW. This was fixed in the final game. | ||
*In ''Halo: Reach'', Elites are seen carrying this weapon, but when thrown in the air by a rocket or other explosives, they will put their arms at | *In ''Halo: Reach'', Elites are seen carrying this weapon, but when thrown in the air by a rocket or other explosives, they will put their arms at their sides and "glide" through the air. This is because they do not have the animation when jumping with the turret, and is an oversight by Bungie. | ||
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
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File:Spartanoftheark T42-DESW.jpg|A Type-52 DESW in the ''[[Halo: Reach Multiplayer Beta]]''. | File:Spartanoftheark T42-DESW.jpg|A Type-52 DESW in the ''[[Halo: Reach Multiplayer Beta]]''. | ||
File:Reach 2473336 Full.jpg|The missing animation for Elites using the Plasma Cannon when airborne. | File:Reach 2473336 Full.jpg|The missing animation for Elites using the Plasma Cannon when airborne. | ||
File:Canon Plasma Portable (2).jpg|A Type-52 DESW in Halo : Reach. | File:Canon Plasma Portable (2).jpg|A Type-52 DESW in Halo : Reach. | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
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*''[[Halo: Reach]]'' | *''[[Halo: Reach]]'' | ||
== Sources == | ==Sources== | ||
<references/> | <references/> | ||
Revision as of 16:28, December 5, 2010
Template:Weapon The Type-52 Directed Energy Support Weapon,[1][2], otherwise known as the Plasma Cannon is a manned automatic plasma turret used by the Covenant. It was rarely encountered prior to 2552 and is likely to be a universal replacement for the older Type-42 Directed Energy Support Weapon.[3]
Design Details
The Type-52 Directed Energy Support Weapon sports what appears to be shields or targeting displays on its top surface. These could also be heat dissipation vanes; this is supported by the fact that the weapon cannot overheat even if the entire power supply is emptied, non-stop. Additionally, heat/excess plasma appears to be vented by four apertures on the weapon's sides during rapid fire; this probably assists the cooling process.
Operation
Used as a heavy support weapon in ground based combat, it provides a rapid-fire stream of powerful plasma rounds to suppress enemy movements and offensive actions. The cannon is basically a mobile support weapon and as such offers no protection for the operator, which is usually a Heavy Grunt, although it is also a favorite weapon for Jiralhanae War Chieftains. The gunner is completely exposed to enemy fire, so a well-covered emplacement position is desirable for prolonged use, especially if under fire. This separates it from the Shade and Shielded Plasma Cannon, as both of these offer some measure of protection for their operator but are, however, not man-portable.
It is carried and operated in a similar fashion to the M247 GPMG made by the UNSC, with the obvious difference that the M247's round hit almost instantly the plasma canon as with all plasma weapons has a slower moving plasma bolt. It has an approximate sixty-five degree turn radius and fifty degree pitch. It fires plasma bolts similar to those of the Covenant Plasma Rifle, and fires around three hundred rounds per minute. A battery or plasma core is built into the tripod which allows the gun to fire indefinitely. When removed from the tripods power supply, the gun can only use the two hundred units of power (equal to two hundred shots) that the gun itself contains.
Tactics
Since the operator is completely exposed, it is logical to kill the gunner and not attempt to destroy the gun itself. The gunners are usually positioned low to the ground and as such can be difficult targets to hit. It is advised to attempt this from cover, since the sheer volume of fire the cannon can lay down is not to be underestimated. Once the operator is down, a well placed grenade or some other explosive should be used to put the cannon out of action permanently (other Grunts will sometimes man the turret if the original gunner is killed). Plasma Cannons are often mounted on Deployable Lookout Towers for a superior vantage point. Facing them in such situations, distance and/or firepower is key, and rushing such emplacements is not recommended on higher difficulties.
Trivia
- Jiralhanae War Chieftains and the Arbiter are able to melee with this weapon while in their hand.
- In the Halo: Reach Beta's game stats, the Type-52 DESW was misidentified as the Type-42 DESW. This was fixed in the final game.
- In Halo: Reach, Elites are seen carrying this weapon, but when thrown in the air by a rocket or other explosives, they will put their arms at their sides and "glide" through the air. This is because they do not have the animation when jumping with the turret, and is an oversight by Bungie.
Gallery
A Type-52 DESW being detached.
A render of the Type-52 DESW.
Plasma Cannons are operated by Unggoy Heavies in and feature a gravity lift-type support rather than a mounted tripod for easier turning.
- 300px-Plasma Cannon.jpg
A SPARTAN-II with a plasma cannon.
A Type-52 DESW.
A Type-52 DESW in the Halo: Reach Multiplayer Beta.
The missing animation for Elites using the Plasma Cannon when airborne.
- Canon Plasma Portable (2).jpg
A Type-52 DESW in Halo : Reach.
List of appearances
- Halo 3 (First appearance)
- Halo 3: ODST
- Halo: Reach
