Mk50 Sidekick
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The MK50 Sidekick is a type of human pistol manufactured by Emerson Tactical Systems in service with the UNSC.[1]
Overview
Specifications
The MK50 Sidekick is a powerful and compact[2] semi-automatic handgun which fires 10mm rounds from a 12-round detachable box magazine. It is significantly distinctive from the UNSC's typically-employed M6 series in both form and function, as it lacks the hand-guard and typical smart-linked optic of the latter series, as well as being chambered in a substantially smaller ammunition type than the M6's 12.7mm rounds. The design of the MK50 is relatively simplistic, with a segmented slide and basic, analogue ironsights. 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. The MK50 used in 2560 by John-117 featured a matte black and olive green finish.[1]
Gameplay
The MK50 can hold 12 rounds with at least 72 rounds in reserve. It appears to be headshot-capable and features a very rapid reload animation.[1]
Production notes
The Sidekick was designed by 343 Industries as a true sidearm pistol in mind, being lightning fast to draw and fire and acting as a reliable backup when the player's primary weapon is depleted. Compared to previous titles, the Sidekick was described being closest in function to Halo 2's M6C magnum.[3] 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.[4]
Gallery
Normal gallery
First-person view of the MK50 Sidekick.
HUD Icon of the MK50 Sidekick.
First-person view of the MK50 in the Halo Infinite Campaign Gameplay Premiere.
First-person view of the MK50's reload in the Halo Infinite Campaign Gameplay Premiere, displaying the magazine.
First-person view of the MK50's reload in the Halo Infinite Campaign Gameplay Premiere, with 10mm rounds visible in the magazine.
Halo Infinite coatings
Adrenal coating.
The redesigned MK50 Sidekick with an unknown coating.
List of appearances
- Halo Infinite (First appearance)
Sources
- ^ a b c d e f g h Halo Infinite, trailer, Campaign Gameplay Premiere
- ^ Xbox Wire; Bank Now, Play Later: Halo Infinite Meets Monster Energy Global Partnership
- ^ 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: "That's not an attachment on the Sidekick. That's the Sidekick" - John Junyszek (Unyshek) (Retrieved on Apr 29, 2021) [archive]
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