Template:New Content Template:Weapon Infobox
The Type-55 Directed Energy Rifle/Advanced (T55 DER/A), commonly known as the Storm rifle, is a Sangheili directed energy weapon.[1]
History
Designed by Lodam Armory in the wake of the Great Schism, the T55 was in use by 2553[2] and saw use during Sangheili civil conflicts following the Human-Covenant War's conclusion. The T55 DER/A is considered to be a successor to the widely used Type-25 Directed Energy Rifle;[3] however, it is more similar to the Type-51 Directed Energy Rifle/Improved, itself an upgrade of the T25, in both form and function. The weapon features such modifications as a modular coil set, a high-mounted cooling shroud, and an extended barrel.[1]
Speculation
The "Storm" in the weapon's name suggests that it was created for, or is used predominantly by the Storm, a remnant faction loyal to the ideals of the Covenant. However, "storm" might instead refer to the weapon's function; "Sturmgewehr", the German word for assault rifle, literally means "storm rifle". This may allude to the weapon's role as an analog to human assault rifles.
Trivia
- It was confirmed by 343 Industries that the Storm Rifle will replace the Plasma Rifle in Halo 4.
- It has a strong resemblance to the Type-51 Carbine, with a different stock and blue coloring.
- The Rifle has a heat display similar in location and appearance to the ammo counter on the MA5 family of firearms.
Gallery
The Storm rifle as seen in a SPARTAN-IV's HUD.
John-117 using a Storm rifle.
List of appearances
- Halo: The Thursday War (Mentioned only)
- Halo 4 (First appearance)
Sources
- ^ a b Halo Official Site: ORDNANCE + ARMOR
- ^ Halo: The Thursday War, page ???
- ^ Halo 4, Storm rifle armory description