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{{Weapon infobox
|name=Weapon/Anti-Vehicle Model 6/E Grindell/Galilean Nonlinear Rifle
|image=[[File:H5G-M6SpartanLaser.png|300px]]
|manufacturer=[[Misriah Armory]]{{Ref/Book|Id=enc22|Enc22|Page=179}}
|series=M6
|type=[[Directed-energy weapon]]{{Ref/Reuse|enc22}}
|cost=
|variant=
*[[Endgame]]
*[[Selene's Lance]]
|service=[[Post-Covenant War conflicts]]{{Ref/Site|Id=localunits|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/canon-fodder-local-units|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Cannon Fodder - Local Units|D=31|M=3|Y=2017}}
|affiliation=[[United Nations Space Command]]
|length={{Convert|45.7|in|cm|disp=flip|sp=us}}{{Ref/Reuse|enc22}}
|width=
|height=
|weight=
|ammotype=
|capacity=100 battery units (4 shots){{Ref/Reuse|enc22}}{{Ref/Game|Id=h5|H5G|Gameplay}}
|feed=
|operation=[[Directed-energy weapon|Directed-energy]]{{Ref/Reuse|enc22}}
|rate=Semi-automatic{{Ref/Book|Id=evg|EVG|Page=183}}
|velocity=299,792,458 m/s (983,571,056 ft/s){{Ref/Reuse|evg}}
|optics=[[Wyrd optics suite|Wyrd-III optics suite]] (3× magnification){{Ref/Reuse|enc22}}
|range=
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The '''Weapon/Anti-Vehicle Model 6/E Grindell/Galilean Nonlinear Rifle (W/AV M6/E G/GNR)''', colloquially known as the '''M6/E Spartan Laser''' or the '''E ("Enhanced") model M6''',{{Ref/Site|Id=lockeandloaded|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/community/blog-posts/canon-fodder-locke-load|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Cannon Fodder - Locke & Load|D=13|M=4|Y=2016}} 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}}
 
==Overview==
===Design details===
{{Main|M6 Spartan Laser}}
The M6/E 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|Page=Spartan Laser}} As with all variants of the Spartan Laser, the M6/E has an integrated and [[Smart-linking|smart-linked]] [[Wyrd optics suite|Wyrd III optics suite]], capable of 3× magnification.{{Ref/Reuse|enc22}} Manufactured after the [[Human-Covenant War]], the M6/E is installed with miniaturized components derived from the [[M6 Grindell/Galilean Nonlinear Cannon|nonlinear cannon M6 variant]] originally mounted on the chin of the [[AV-22 Sparrowhawk]].{{Ref/Reuse|localunits}} Despite functionally just as capable as other variants, the M6/E is an order of magnitude cheaper to manufacture.{{Ref/Reuse|lockeandloaded}}
 
===Variants===
* '''[[Endgame]]''': An improved model of the M6/E variant with a doubled battery capacity and reduced charge time. It has the downside of having less strength than its normal counterpart.
* '''[[Selene's Lance]]''': An advanced variant of the M6/E model, built using new components from the labs in [[Seongnam]]. It has a faster charge time and a longer beam duration, with 50% additional battery capacity compared to its normal counterpart. The targeting laser is also harmful. In [[War Games]] simulations, balancing adds extra recoil and removes the beam's ability to pierce through multiple targets. It is also equipped with a Forerunner anti-materiél effect that can disintegrate enemies upon death or dead bodies in the same manner as the [[Z-180 Scattershot|Scattershot]] and [[Z-390 incineration cannon|Incineration Cannon]].
<gallery class=center>
File:Halo 5 Spartan Laser Endgame.png|Endgame.
File:H5G M6E SE.png|Selene's Lance.
</gallery>
 
===Usage===
The M6/E was upgraded to combat heavy armor,{{Ref/Reuse|enc22}} and functions primarily as an anti-tank ordnance.{{Ref/Reuse|lockeandloaded}} In the wake of the [[Created conflict]], the M6/E became the variant preferred by {{UNSCShip|Infinity}}'s [[SPARTAN-IV program|Spartan-IVs]] to combat the emergent [[Forerunner]] threats.{{Ref/Reuse|enc22}}
 
==Gameplay==
{{Main|Spartan Laser}}
The M6/E Spartan Laser is featured in ''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]'' 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.
 
==Production notes==
The ''Selene's Lance'' variant of the M6/E Spartan Laser is likely named after the [[Wikipedia:Selene|Greek Goddess of the same name]].
 
==Gallery==
{{Linkbox|gallery=yes}}
===Concept art===
<gallery>
File:H5G-spartanlaser sketch01.jpg|Rough sketches of early M6/E concept art.
File:H5G-spartanlaser sketch02.jpg|Detailed sketches of M6/E concept art.
File:H5G-spartanlaser sketch03.jpg|Concept art of the M6/E from an angled view.
File:H5G-spartanlaser concept final.jpg|Concept art of the M6/E Spartan Laser.
File:H5G M6ESplaser Concept Final.jpg|Finalised concept art for the M6/E Spartan Laser.
</gallery>
 
===Screenshots===
===Screenshots===
<gallery>
File:H5G-M6E.png|Profile view of the M6/E.
File:H5G-Warrior&M6E.png|A [[WARRIOR-class Mjolnir|Warrior]]-clad Spartan IV wielding the M6/E.
FIle:H5G-M6EHUD-Campaign.png|First-person view of the M6/E by [[Edward Buck]] in the ''Halo 5: Guardians'' campaign.
File:H5G-M6EOverheat.png|The M6/E overheating in Edward Buck's hands.
File:H5G-M6EHUD.png|First-person view of the M6/E.
File:H5G-M6Ezoom.png|[[Smart scope]] with the M6/E.
File:H5G-Buck&M6E.png|Edward Buck charging up the M6/E.
File:H5G-M6ESS.png|Third-person view of the M6/E engaged in smart scope.
File:H5G-M6EOverheat-ThirdPerson.png|A [[CENTURION-class Mjolnir|Centurion]]-clad Spartan-IV with an overheated M6/E.
File:HCSSpartans.png|An [[ATHLON-class Mjolnir|Athlon]]-clad Spartan-IV holding an M6/E.
File:H5G-M6Elaser.png|The M6/E's laser.
File:H5G-EndgameHUD.png|A first-person view of ''Endgame''.
File:H5G-Endgame.png|A Spartan wielding ''Endgame''.
File:H5G-SelenesLanceHUD.png|A first-person view of ''Selene's Lance''.
File:H5G-SelenesLance.png||A Spartan wielding ''Selene's Lance''.
</gallery>
 
=== REQ cards ===
<gallery>
File:REQ_Card_-_Spartan_Laser.png|Spartan Laser.
File:Endgame.png|''Endgame''.
File:Seleneslance.png|''Selene's Lance''.
</gallery>
 
==List of appearances==
*''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]'' {{1st}}
*''[[Halo: Vertical Umbrage]]''
 
==Sources==
{{Ref/Sources}}
 
{{UNSC support weapons}}
 
[[Category:Directed-energy weapons]]

Latest revision as of 16:15, February 5, 2024

Weapon/Anti-Vehicle Model 6/E Grindell/Galilean Nonlinear Rifle
H5G-M6SpartanLaser.png
Production overview

Manufacturer:

Misriah Armory[1]

Model series:

M6

Type:

Directed-energy weapon[1]

Variants:

Specifications

Length:

116 centimeters (45.7 in)[1]

Capacity:

100 battery units (4 shots)[1][2]

Operation:

Directed-energy[1]

Rate of fire:

Semi-automatic[3]

Muzzle velocity:

299,792,458 m/s (983,571,056 ft/s)[3]

Optics:

Wyrd-III optics suite (3× magnification)[1]

Service history

In service:

Post-Covenant War conflicts[4]

 

The Weapon/Anti-Vehicle Model 6/E Grindell/Galilean Nonlinear Rifle (W/AV M6/E G/GNR), colloquially known as the M6/E Spartan Laser or the E ("Enhanced") model M6,[5] is a variant of the M6 Spartan Laser directed-energy weapon manufactured by Misriah Armory and used by the United Nations Space Command.[1]

Overview[edit]

Design details[edit]

Main article: M6 Spartan Laser

The M6/E 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.[6] As with all variants of the Spartan Laser, the M6/E has an integrated and smart-linked Wyrd III optics suite, capable of 3× magnification.[1] Manufactured after the Human-Covenant War, the M6/E is installed with miniaturized components derived from the nonlinear cannon M6 variant originally mounted on the chin of the AV-22 Sparrowhawk.[4] Despite functionally just as capable as other variants, the M6/E is an order of magnitude cheaper to manufacture.[5]

Variants[edit]

  • Endgame: An improved model of the M6/E variant with a doubled battery capacity and reduced charge time. It has the downside of having less strength than its normal counterpart.
  • Selene's Lance: An advanced variant of the M6/E model, built using new components from the labs in Seongnam. It has a faster charge time and a longer beam duration, with 50% additional battery capacity compared to its normal counterpart. The targeting laser is also harmful. In War Games simulations, balancing adds extra recoil and removes the beam's ability to pierce through multiple targets. It is also equipped with a Forerunner anti-materiél effect that can disintegrate enemies upon death or dead bodies in the same manner as the Scattershot and Incineration Cannon.
  • Endgame.

    Endgame.

  • Selene's Lance.

    Selene's Lance.

Usage[edit]

The M6/E was upgraded to combat heavy armor,[1] and functions primarily as an anti-tank ordnance.[5] In the wake of the Created conflict, the M6/E became the variant preferred by UNSC Infinity's Spartan-IVs to combat the emergent Forerunner threats.[1]

Gameplay[edit]

Main article: Spartan Laser

The M6/E Spartan Laser is featured in Halo 5: Guardians 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.

Production notes[edit]

The Selene's Lance variant of the M6/E Spartan Laser is likely named after the Greek Goddess of the same name.

Gallery[edit]

Main-Superintendent.png Browse more images in this article's gallery page.

Concept art[edit]

  • Rough sketches of early M6/E concept art.

    Rough sketches of early M6/E concept art.

  • Detailed sketches of M6/E concept art.

    Detailed sketches of M6/E concept art.

  • Concept art of the M6/E from an angled view.

    Concept art of the M6/E from an angled view.

  • Concept art of the M6/E Spartan Laser.

    Concept art of the M6/E Spartan Laser.

  • Finalised concept art for the M6/E Spartan Laser.

    Finalised concept art for the M6/E Spartan Laser.

Screenshots[edit]

Screenshots[edit]

  • Profile view of the M6/E.

    Profile view of the M6/E.

  • A Warrior-clad Spartan IV wielding the M6/E.

    A Warrior-clad Spartan IV wielding the M6/E.

  • First-person view of the M6/E by Edward Buck in the Halo 5: Guardians campaign.

    First-person view of the M6/E by Edward Buck in the Halo 5: Guardians campaign.

  • The M6/E overheating in Edward Buck's hands.

    The M6/E overheating in Edward Buck's hands.

  • First-person view of the M6/E.

    First-person view of the M6/E.

  • Smart scope with the M6/E.

    Smart scope with the M6/E.

  • Edward Buck charging up the M6/E.

    Edward Buck charging up the M6/E.

  • Third-person view of the M6/E engaged in smart scope.

    Third-person view of the M6/E engaged in smart scope.

  • A Centurion-clad Spartan-IV with an overheated M6/E.

    A Centurion-clad Spartan-IV with an overheated M6/E.

  • An Athlon-clad Spartan-IV holding an M6/E.

    An Athlon-clad Spartan-IV holding an M6/E.

  • The M6/E's laser.

    The M6/E's laser.

  • A first-person view of Endgame.

    A first-person view of Endgame.

  • A Spartan wielding Endgame.

    A Spartan wielding Endgame.

  • A first-person view of Selene's Lance.

    A first-person view of Selene's Lance.

  • A Spartan wielding Selene's Lance.

    A Spartan wielding Selene's Lance.

REQ cards[edit]

  • Spartan Laser.

    Spartan Laser.

  • Endgame.

    Endgame.

  • Selene's Lance.

    Selene's Lance.

List of appearances[edit]

Sources[edit]

  1. ^ a b c d e f g h i j Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition), page 179
  2. ^ Halo 5: Guardians, Gameplay
  3. ^ a b Halo: The Essential Visual Guide, page 183
  4. ^ a b Halo Waypoint, Cannon Fodder - Local Units (Retrieved on Mar 31, 2017) [archive]
  5. ^ a b c Halo Waypoint, Cannon Fodder - Locke & Load (Retrieved on Apr 13, 2016) [archive]
  6. ^ Halo Waypoint, Spartan Laser (Retrieved on Jun 1, 2020) [archive]

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