Sidearm
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Sidearms in the Halo Universe are a class of weapons that play both a primary and secondary role in combat.
List of Sidearms and their strength
- M6 Pistol (Unknown)
- M6D Pistol (H1: Strong / H3: Unknown)
- M6C Magnum (H2 (Pre-Update): Weak / H2 (Post-Update): Very Weak)
- M6B Pistol (Unknown)
- M7 Submachine Gun (H2: Average / H3: Unknown)
- Energy Sword (H2: Very Strong / H3: Unknown)
- Needler (H1: Average / H2: Very Weak / H3: "Strong")
- Plasma Rifle (H1: Strong / H2: Average / H3: Unknown)
- Brute Plasma Rifle (H2: Average)
- Plasma Pistol (H1: Average / H2: Very Weak)
- Brute Spiker (H3: Unknown)
Modern definition
A side arm is a small personal weapon that is typically worn on the body in a holster in such a way to permit immediate access and use. Although this term can apply to swords and other mêlée weapons, the modern use of it usually pertains to pistols and similar firearms.
