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The blade itself seems to generate plasma energy in a similiar way as the Covenant plasma weapons. In a plasma gun the energy is shot out like a bullet, but the energy from the sword is held into a blade-like form with small magnetic field generators built into the handle mechanism. | The blade itself seems to generate plasma energy in a similiar way as the Covenant plasma weapons. In a plasma gun the energy is shot out like a bullet, but the energy from the sword is held into a blade-like form with small magnetic field generators built into the handle mechanism. | ||
In [[Halo]] if the wielder drops the weapon a fail-safe activates and deactivates the magnetic field without first dispensing the plasma consuming the handle thus destroying the weapon. | |||
In [[Halo 2]] many high ranking Elites will use a Energy Sword when engaged in close quarters combat. For the first time, Master Chief is able to wield a Energy Sword. | |||
Several times when playing as the [[Arbiter]] you begin the mission with a Energy Sword. | |||
[[Category:Weapons]][[Category:The Covenant]] | [[Category:Weapons]][[Category:The Covenant]] | ||
Revision as of 01:33, July 23, 2006
The Energy Sword is carried by high-ranking Elites. They have similiar ceremonial functions as swords in today's modern armies. While not often used in combat they do provide a good last ditch weapon.
The blade itself seems to generate plasma energy in a similiar way as the Covenant plasma weapons. In a plasma gun the energy is shot out like a bullet, but the energy from the sword is held into a blade-like form with small magnetic field generators built into the handle mechanism.
In Halo if the wielder drops the weapon a fail-safe activates and deactivates the magnetic field without first dispensing the plasma consuming the handle thus destroying the weapon.
In Halo 2 many high ranking Elites will use a Energy Sword when engaged in close quarters combat. For the first time, Master Chief is able to wield a Energy Sword.
Several times when playing as the Arbiter you begin the mission with a Energy Sword.
