Zo'klada-pattern plasma pistol

This article is about the model introduced in Halo 5: Guardians. For the model introduced in Halo: Combat Evolved, see Type-25 plasma pistol.

The Type-54 Directed Energy Pistol (Type-54 DEP), also known as the Plasma Pistol, is the post-Covenant War successor to the Type-25 plasma pistol.

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.

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.
• Is now able to be zoomed in thanks to Smart scope.
• Overcharges now track targets better if the player is "scoped-in," similar to the Type-56 Needler.
• Is once again able to EMP vehicles.
• Does more damage per shot.
• Does not drain battery while the trigger is held down as long as the current battery percentage is sufficient.

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Gallery

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  John-117 overcharging a plasma pistol in Halo 5: Guardians.

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  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.

Halo 5: Guardians REQ Cards

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  Plasma Pistol - Basic Weapon

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  Plasma Pistol - Certification

List of appearances

• Halo 5: Guardians (First appearance)