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{{Weapon infobox | {{Weapon infobox | ||
|name=Weapon/Anti-Vehicle Model 6/V Grindell/Galilean Nonlinear Rifle | |name=Weapon/Anti-Vehicle Model 6/V Grindell/Galilean Nonlinear Rifle | ||
|image=[[File: | |image=[[File:HReach-M6SpartanLaser.png|300px]] | ||
|manufacturer= | |manufacturer=[[Misriah Armory]]{{Ref/Book|Id=enc22|Enc22|Page=179}} | ||
|series=M6 | |series=M6 | ||
|type=[[Directed-energy weapon]] | |type=[[Directed-energy weapon]]{{Ref/Reuse|enc22}} | ||
|cost= | |cost= | ||
|variant= | |variant= | ||
|service=*[[Human-Covenant War]]{{Ref/ | |service=*[[Human-Covenant War]]{{Ref/Game|Id=hr|HR|Gameplay}} | ||
*[[Post-Covenant War conflicts]]{{Ref/ | *[[Post-Covenant War conflicts]]{{Ref/Game|Id=hw2|HW2|''Halo: Reach'' Model used in gameplay}} | ||
|affiliation=[[United Nations Space Command | |affiliation=[[United Nations Space Command]] | ||
|length= | |length={{Convert|121.1|cm|in}}{{Ref/Reuse|enc22}}{{Ref/Book|Id=evg|EVG|Page=183}} | ||
|width= | |width= | ||
|height= | |height= | ||
|weight= | |weight={{Convert|19.07|kg|lb}}{{Ref/Book|Id=enc11|Enc11|Page=329}} | ||
|ammotype= | |ammotype= | ||
|feed=100 battery units {{ | |feed=100 battery units (4 shots){{Ref/Reuse|enc22}}{{Ref/Reuse|hr}} | ||
|operation=Directed energy | |operation=[[Directed-energy weapon|Directed-energy]]{{Ref/Reuse|enc22}}{{Ref/Reuse|evg}} | ||
|rate= | |rate=Semi-automatic{{Ref/Reuse|evg}} | ||
|velocity= | |velocity=299,792,458 m/s (983,571,056 ft/s){{Ref/Reuse|evg}} | ||
|range=Long | |range=Long{{Ref/Reuse|hr}} | ||
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}} | }} | ||
The '''Weapon/Anti-Vehicle Model 6/V Grindell/Galilean Nonlinear Rifle (W/AV M6/V G/ | The '''Weapon/Anti-Vehicle Model 6/V Grindell/Galilean Nonlinear Rifle (W/AV M6/V G/GNR)''', colloquially known as the '''M6/V Spartan Laser''', is a variant of the [[M6 Spartan Laser]] [[directed-energy weapon]] manufactured by [[Misriah Armory]] and used by the [[United Nations Space Command]].{{Ref/Reuse|enc22}}{{Ref/Site|Id=Jazwares|D=01|M=6|Y=2020|URL=https://news.toyark.com/2020/08/02/official-photos-of-jazwares-halo-the-spartan-collection-figures-397441|Site=The Toyark|Page=News: Official Photos of Jazwares Halo The Spartan Collection Figures}}{{Ref/Site|Id=Kat|D=01|M=6|Y=2020|URL=http://www.gamestop.com/toys-collectibles/collectibles/figures/products/halo-reach-kat-b320-the-spartan-collection-action-figure/11101159.html|Site=Gamestop|Page=Halo: Reach Kat-B320 The Spartan Collection}} | ||
==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
===Design details=== | ===Design details=== | ||
The | {{Main|M6 Spartan Laser}} | ||
The M6/V Spartan Laser is one of a myriad of variants of the [[M6 Spartan Laser|M6 Grindell/Galilean Nonlinear Rifle]], an initially exorbitantly expensive weapon which underwent several refinements and iterations to reduce its cost.{{Ref/Site|D=01|M=6|Y=2020|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/weapons/spartan-laser|Site=Halo Waypoint|Section=Universe|Page=Spartan Laser}}. As with all variants of the Spartan Laser, the M6/V has an integrated and [[Smart-linking|smart-linked]] [[Wyrd optics suite|Wyrd III optics suite]], capable of 3x magnification.{{Ref/Site|Id=bnet|URL=http://halo.bungie.net/projects/reach/article.aspx?ucc=ordnance&cid=28444|Site=Bungie.net|Page=Ordnance: Spartan Laser|Quote=The M6 G/GNR (more formally Weapon/Anti-Vehicle, Directed Energy, M6) is a semi-automatic only laser weapon. It can be used in both anti-vehicle and anti-personnel roles. The weapon has an integrated Wyrd III optics suite (smart-linked).|D=12|M=04|Y=2016}} The variant was designed with a larger focus on operator safety via a versatile focus canopy.{{Ref/Reuse|enc22}} | |||
===Usage=== | ===Usage=== | ||
The M6/V is typically used in both anti-vehicle and anti-personnel roles,{{Ref/Reuse|enc11}}{{Ref/Reuse|bnet}} and was heavily employed in the final years of the [[Human-Covenant War]].{{Ref/Reuse|enc22}} In [[2552#August|late 2552]], the M6/V Spartan Laser was extensively used throughout the [[Fall of Reach]], including during the [[Siege of New Alexandria]] and the [[Battle of Asźod]].{{Ref/Reuse|hr}}{{Ref/Reuse|Id=Jazwares}}{{Ref/Reuse|Id=Kat}} The use of this Spartan Laser model was also used in [[Battle for Earth]], with [[Corporal]] [[Taylor Miles]] of [[103rd Shock Troops Battalion]]'s [[Alpha-Nine]] employing one such variant at some point during the [[Battle of Mombasa]] after [[Prophet of Regret]]'s ''[[Solemn Penance]]'' departure from the city.{{Ref/Book|Book=[[Halo Mythos: A Guide to the Story of Halo]]|Page=112}} | |||
In [[2552#August|late 2552]], the | |||
Almost [[2559|seven years]] after the [[Human-Covenant War]], the [[Jerome-092]]'s [[Red Team]] from crews of the {{UNSCShip|Spirit of Fire}} used | Almost [[2559|seven years]] after the [[Human-Covenant War]], the [[Jerome-092]]'s [[Red Team]] from crews of the {{UNSCShip|Spirit of Fire}} used M6/V Spartan Lasers during the [[Second Ark Conflict]] against the [[Banished]].{{Ref/Reuse|hw2}} | ||
==Gameplay== | ==Gameplay== | ||
{{Main|Spartan Laser}} | |||
The M6/V Spartan Laser is featured in ''[[Halo: Reach]]'' as a usable weapon known as the [[Spartan Laser]]. It is a [[power weapon]], which fires a powerful laser that deals an incredible amount of damage, destroying all vehicles with a single well-placed shot. The Spartan Laser is one of the most powerful weapons in the game, and to compensate, it has a limited use of four shots, a short cooldown after a discharge, and inability to pick up ammo. | |||
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=== Changes from M6 Spartan Laser in ''Halo 3'' and ''Halo 3: ODST'' to ''Halo: Reach'' === | === Changes from M6 Spartan Laser in ''Halo 3'' and ''Halo 3: ODST'' to ''Halo: Reach'' === | ||
* The Spartan Laser has a slightly altered form factor, a darker color scheme, a different charging animation, and a thermal display attached to the side, which folds out when the weapon is unholstered or picked up. | * The Spartan Laser has a slightly altered form factor, a darker color scheme, a different charging animation, and a thermal display attached to the side, which folds out when the weapon is unholstered or picked up. | ||
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* Base damage decreased, though damage increases proportionally to unit veterancy. | * Base damage decreased, though damage increases proportionally to unit veterancy. | ||
* The Spartan Laser is now exclusive to [[Jerome-092]], under Captain Cutter as leader on Campaign and Skirmish. | * The Spartan Laser is now exclusive to [[Jerome-092]], under Captain Cutter as leader on Campaign and Skirmish. | ||
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==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
===Concept art=== | ===Concept art=== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
File:HR SpartanLaser Concept 1.jpg|Concept art for ''Halo: Reach'' that eventually became the | File:HR SpartanLaser Concept 1.jpg|Concept art for ''Halo: Reach'' that eventually became the M6/V. | ||
File:HR SpartanLaser Concept 2.jpg|Concept art for ''Halo: Reach'' that eventually became the | File:HR SpartanLaser Concept 2.jpg|Concept art for ''Halo: Reach'' that eventually became the M6/V. | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
===Screenshots=== | ===Screenshots=== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
File:Spartanlaser.png|The [[heads-up display|HUD]] icon for the M6/V Spartan Laser's icon. | |||
File:Spartan Laser fsp Reticle.jpg|A first-person view of the Spartan Laser's targeting reticule firing at short-range in the ''Halo: Reach'' Beta. | File:Spartan Laser fsp Reticle.jpg|A first-person view of the Spartan Laser's targeting reticule firing at short-range in the ''Halo: Reach'' Beta. | ||
File:Spartan Laser Reach Beta.jpg|A Mark V(B)-clad Spartan-III wielding a Spartan Laser in the ''Halo: Reach'' Beta. | File:Spartan Laser Reach Beta.jpg|A Mark V(B)-clad Spartan-III wielding a Spartan Laser in the ''Halo: Reach'' Beta. | ||
File: | File:Halo Reach - Model 8 SP Laser.png|An angled view of the M6/V. | ||
File:Halo Reach - Side Profile Model 8.png| | File:Halo Reach - Side Profile Model 8.png|A profile view of the M6/V. | ||
File:Spartan Laser Secondary Weapon.jpg|A | File:Spartan Laser Secondary Weapon.jpg|A M6/V on the back of a Spartan in final build of ''Halo: Reach''. | ||
File:HR M6VFireProfile.jpg|[[SPARTAN-B312]] firing an | File:HR M6VFireProfile.jpg|[[SPARTAN-B312]] firing an M6/V. | ||
File:HR BoneyardBattle2.jpg|SPARTAN-B312 firing an | File:HR BoneyardBattle2.jpg|SPARTAN-B312 firing an M6/V at a Ghost. | ||
File:Halo-Reach-Defiant-5.jpg|A burst of Spartan Laser destroys a [[UH-144 Falcon]] mid-air. | File:Halo-Reach-Defiant-5.jpg|A burst of Spartan Laser destroys a [[UH-144 Falcon]] mid-air. | ||
File:HW2 Spartan Laser.png|Spartan Laser model in ''[[Halo Wars 2]]'' gameplay. | File:HW2 Spartan Laser.png|Spartan Laser model in ''[[Halo Wars 2]]'' gameplay. | ||
File:HW2 Blitz Jerome-092.png|[[Jerome-092]] using a | File:HW2 Blitz Jerome-092.png|[[Jerome-092]] using a M6/V during the [[Second Ark Conflict]]. | ||
File:HW2 Halo - Red Team In-game.png|A | File:HW2 Halo - Red Team In-game.png|A M6/V used by Red Team on [[Installation 09]]. | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
Revision as of 14:09, September 23, 2022
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19.07 kilograms (42.0 lb)[3] |
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Semi-automatic[2] | |
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299,792,458 m/s (983,571,056 ft/s)[2] | |
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The Weapon/Anti-Vehicle Model 6/V Grindell/Galilean Nonlinear Rifle (W/AV M6/V G/GNR), colloquially known as the M6/V Spartan Laser, is a variant of the M6 Spartan Laser directed-energy weapon manufactured by Misriah Armory and used by the United Nations Space Command.[1][6][7]
Overview
Design details
- Main article: M6 Spartan Laser
The M6/V Spartan Laser is one of a myriad of variants of the M6 Grindell/Galilean Nonlinear Rifle, an initially exorbitantly expensive weapon which underwent several refinements and iterations to reduce its cost.[8]. As with all variants of the Spartan Laser, the M6/V has an integrated and smart-linked Wyrd III optics suite, capable of 3x magnification.[9] The variant was designed with a larger focus on operator safety via a versatile focus canopy.[1]
Usage
The M6/V is typically used in both anti-vehicle and anti-personnel roles,[3][9] and was heavily employed in the final years of the Human-Covenant War.[1] In late 2552, the M6/V Spartan Laser was extensively used throughout the Fall of Reach, including during the Siege of New Alexandria and the Battle of Asźod.[4][6][7] The use of this Spartan Laser model was also used in Battle for Earth, with Corporal Taylor Miles of 103rd Shock Troops Battalion's Alpha-Nine employing one such variant at some point during the Battle of Mombasa after Prophet of Regret's Solemn Penance departure from the city.[10]
Almost seven years after the Human-Covenant War, the Jerome-092's Red Team from crews of the UNSC Spirit of Fire used M6/V Spartan Lasers during the Second Ark Conflict against the Banished.[5]
Gameplay
- Main article: Spartan Laser
The M6/V Spartan Laser is featured in Halo: Reach as a usable weapon known as the Spartan Laser. It is a power weapon, which fires a powerful laser that deals an incredible amount of damage, destroying all vehicles with a single well-placed shot. The Spartan Laser is one of the most powerful weapons in the game, and to compensate, it has a limited use of four shots, a short cooldown after a discharge, and inability to pick up ammo.
Gallery
Concept art
Concept art for Halo: Reach that eventually became the M6/V.
Concept art for Halo: Reach that eventually became the M6/V.
Screenshots
The HUD icon for the M6/V Spartan Laser's icon.
A first-person view of the Spartan Laser's targeting reticule firing at short-range in the Halo: Reach Beta.
A Mark V(B)-clad Spartan-III wielding a Spartan Laser in the Halo: Reach Beta.
An angled view of the M6/V.
A profile view of the M6/V.
A M6/V on the back of a Spartan in final build of Halo: Reach.
SPARTAN-B312 firing an M6/V.
SPARTAN-B312 firing an M6/V at a Ghost.
A burst of Spartan Laser destroys a UH-144 Falcon mid-air.
Spartan Laser model in Halo Wars 2 gameplay.
Jerome-092 using a M6/V during the Second Ark Conflict.
A M6/V used by Red Team on Installation 09.
List of appearances
- Halo: Reach (First appearance)
- Halo Mythos: A Guide to the Story of Halo
- Halo: Ground Command
- Halo Wars 2
Sources
- ^ a b c d e f g h Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition), page 179
- ^ a b c d Halo: The Essential Visual Guide, page 183
- ^ a b Halo Encyclopedia (2011 edition), page 329
- ^ a b c d Halo: Reach, Gameplay
- ^ a b Halo Wars 2, Halo: Reach Model used in gameplay
- ^ a b The Toyark, News: Official Photos of Jazwares Halo The Spartan Collection Figures (Retrieved on Jun 1, 2020) [archive]
- ^ a b Gamestop, Halo: Reach Kat-B320 The Spartan Collection (Retrieved on Jun 1, 2020) [archive]
- ^ Halo Waypoint - Universe, Spartan Laser (Retrieved on Jun 1, 2020) [archive]
- ^ a b Bungie.net, Ordnance: Spartan Laser: "The M6 G/GNR (more formally Weapon/Anti-Vehicle, Directed Energy, M6) is a semi-automatic only laser weapon. It can be used in both anti-vehicle and anti-personnel roles. The weapon has an integrated Wyrd III optics suite (smart-linked)." (Retrieved on Apr 12, 2016) [archive]
- ^ Halo Mythos: A Guide to the Story of Halo, page 112
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