Erudo'ma'keth-pattern pulse carbine
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125 bolt capacity |
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The Erudo'ma'keth-pattern Carbine[1] or pulse carbine is a weapon originally used by the Covenant,[3] and later by the Banished.[2]
Overview
History
The pulse carbine was originally crafted by the Covenant weapon-smiths aboard High Charity.[1] Though a relatively obscure weapon,[1] it was utilized by some Covenant troops during the Battle for Earth.[3] After the Human-Covenant War, the pulse carbine was put into full production at Lodam Armory alongside the Kelos'Vaarda-pattern rifle.[1] It was later used by Banished forces on Reach during Operation: WOLFE.[4] The Banished continued to use the pulse carbine during the Installation 07 conflict.[2]. It is particularly favored by Banished scouts and marksmen on Zeta Halo.[1]
Gameplay
Halo Infinite
The Pulse Carbine serves as the hybrid between the Plasma Repeater and the Battle Rifle. The Pulse Carbine fires in five-bolt bursts, which track enemies, and easily strips enemy shields. The projectiles from the Pulse Carbine will travel slowly at first, so the wielder must aim very carefully, especially in close quarters. If fired continuously, the pulse carbine will overheat, however, the player can vent the rifle before the rifle overheats completely. Overall, it is an effective medium range weapon, though less effective at close range. [2] In the campaign, the Pulse Carbine is wielded by Sangheili and Jiralhanae.
Variants
- Rapidfire Pulse Carbine: An improved version of the Pulse Carbine with a higher rate of fire and has been painted white.
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Concept art
Early concept art exploration for Halo Infinite of a "Covenant rifle" that would eventually become the pulse carbine.
Screenshots
A Spartan holding a pulse carbine in the A New Generation trailer.
Three Covenant Jiralhanae, including a Chieftain, welding pulse carbines during the Battle for Earth in Halo Infinite.
A Spartan holding the pulse carbine on Live Fire.
List of appearances
- Halo: Shadows of Reach (First appearance)
- Halo: Divine Wind
- Halo Infinite
Sources
- ^ a b c d e f g Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition), page 478
- ^ a b c d e f Halo Infinite, trailer, Campaign Gameplay Premiere
- ^ a b c Halo Infinite Multiplayer Season 1 Cinematic Intro
- ^ Halo: Shadows of Reach, chapter 7
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