Pek-pattern plasma cannon
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The Pek-pattern Sweeping Turret[2] (UNSC Type classification: Type-52 Directed Energy Support Weapon, T-52 DESW)[1][3][4][5] is a type of light plasma cannon utilised by the Covenant and its remnants.[6] In use as early as 2544,[7] though rarely encountered until 2552, the Pek is a universal replacement for the older Shepsu-pattern plasma cannon.[1][8]
Overview[edit]
Design details[edit]
As with most light plasma cannons, the Pek is a man-portable emplacement capable of boasting a high-rate of fire. Its most distinguishing features, when compared to its sister Shepsu-pattern and Shea'p-patterns, is the presence of three protective energy shields across the top and sides of the weapoon. This energy shield cowling provides protection to the gunner, and is one of the major examples of improvements to the weapon over the older Shepsu.[1] The other major improvement from prior weapons is the installation of two modular[3] cooling modules situated on either side of the plasma emitter.[1] These copper-coloured units are the cannon's primary maintenance need, though they are easily repaired and replaced by their Unggoy operators.[6]
Visually, the main distinction of the Pek from the older Shepsu is in operation: where the Shepsu was mounted on a V-shaped stand, the Pek is instead situated atop a gravity-synched fulcrum similar in nature to a weapon holder.[3] The tripodal base under the gravity emitter contains the weapon's internal generator, which can provide ammunition for extended periods as long as the weapon remains mounted.[4][5][2] However, should the weapon be dismounted, its internal battery is only capable of supporting it for 200 battery units.[3][1][2] Once the power supply has been depleted to 70 shots or lower, the ammunition counter in any compatible HUD of the operator starts to flash as a warning signal.
The ease-of-control and energy shielding of the Pek sees them most commonly employed by Unggoy troops, who are the most fully protected by the shields.[6]
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Although encountered as early as Operation: WARM BLANKET in 2544,[7] the Pek was not type-classified by the Office of Naval Intelligence until 2552.[8] Its rise in prominence was noted by UNSC analysts as corresponding to the increasing influence of Jiralhanae troops in Covenant deployments during the later years of the war;[9] with Jiralhanae Chieftains particularly preferring the weapon due to their tendency to rip it off its mount and carry it as an infantry weapon.[2]
In more standard use, the Pek has similar use cases to other light plasma cannons; fortifying a given location against enemy assault. They are generally used to fortify positions in which a larger and bulkier Shade turret would be unsuitable.[1][3] The Pek's versatile nature has led to it being widely use