Shard cannon

Pulse Beams are a form of Weaponry used by Enforcers, created by the Forerunners.

The word "beam" is defined as being parallel, projectile-like lines of light or heat. The Pulse Beam fires red projectiles of heat into the flesh of a potential threat. The needles cool almost instantly, forming crystal-like needles, and then shatter after penetrating the flesh. As the Enforcer fires, the weapon makes a pulsating sound, probably caused by firing multiple heated projectiles at a fast pace. This justifies the name of "Pulse Beams" given to them.

Their original purpose was to destroy the Flood by vaporizing the bodies to prevent reanimation. Due to the sheer amount fired at once, and due to the sharpness of the projectiles, the projectiles easily penetrate flesh and most armor. This weaponry was designed to combat the Flood, so the ability to penetrate a flood combat form with multiple projectiles is an effective form of combat. Since they have high energy power, they are also useful for combating Spartans and Elites. However, like other attached weapons, they can be blown off to render the Enforcer harmless.

They are red, rapidly-firing projectiles, similar in appearance to that of the Needler, but do not have the homing or explosive abilities that the Needler has. Also, they seem to have diamond blob-shape and fast projectiles, similar to the plasma-based weaponry. Once the projectiles have made contact with an enemy, they "shatter" in a few seconds, just like needler rounds. However, pulse beams do not create the same explosion as needler rounds do when stuck with 7 or more.

When fired, waves of red projectiles are fired towards the player. These are difficult to dodge, but can be easily avoided if there is suitable cover, or if the player keeps up a constant pace.



Levels encountered

 * Sacred Icon
 * Quarantine Zone

Trivia

 * When fired, a rapid, pulsating beating sound can be heard.
 * The weapon can be blown off the Enforcer.
 * The Pulse Beam has many other nicknames, such as Heavy Needler and Enforcer Needler.

Related links

 * Forerunner
 * Enforcer
 * Sentinel
 * Installation 05