X23 Non-Nuclear Electromagnetic Pulse Cannon
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The X23 Non-Nuclear Electromagnetic Pulse Cannon (NNEMP) is an electromagnetic pulse weapon employed by the United Nations Space Command.[1][2]
Overview
Design details
The X23 NNEMP consists of a turret mounted on top of the XRP12 Gremlin vehicle. When fired, it emits a large electromagnetic pulse capable of knocking out vehicles and other electrical equipment.[1][2]
Due to the NNEMP's low rate-of-fire, the turret also incorporates an in-line heavy laser that is capable of being fired between EMP bursts.[3]
Development history
The X23 NNEMP was developed by the Materials Group in the early stages of the Insurrection in the 25th century, designed to detonate weapons of mass destruction prior to detonation. This marked the first truly precise application of EMP technology, despite it having existed in some form since the 21st century.[4] Following the outbreak of the Human-Covenant War, the X23 was leveraged to counter Covenant power generators and other important relaying stations during protracted battles. After it was found vehicles were sensitive to this particular EMP, the XRP12 Gremlin was made to support this weapon.[1][2] Its special EMP ability is entirely ineffective against infantry.
Gallery
Concept art of the Gremlin's X23 NNEMP Cannon in Halo Wars.
The X23 NNEMP's laser generates a distortion effect at the point of impact.
The X23 NNEMP firing in-line heavy laser at a Type-25 Wraith.
List of appearances
- Halo Wars (First appearance)
Sources
- ^ a b c d e Halo Wars Limited Edition, Personnel profile: Ellen Anders - file link
- ^ a b c d e Halo Wars: Official Strategy Guide - Firebase Units, page 38
- ^ Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition), page 143
- ^ Halo: The Essential Visual Guide, page 83
