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The '''Weapon/Anti-Vehicle Model 6/V Grindell/Galilean Nonlinear Rifle (W/AV M6/V G/G Nonlinear Rifle)'''{{Ref/Book|Id=Enc22|Enc22|Page=179}}, colloquially known as the '''Spartan Laser''', is a [[United Nations Space Command|UNSC]] [[directed-energy weapon]].{{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|Section=News|Page=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}} It 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}}
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 M6V model of Spartan Laser is equipped with a [[Wyrd optics suite|Wyrd III]] optics suite.{{Ref/Site|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 weapon was designed with a larger focus on operator safety, leading it to be heavily employed in the final years of the [[Human-Covenant War]].{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}}
{{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 3× 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 weapon is also equipped with a foldable targeting display on its side,{{Ref/Reuse|hr}} much like the [[M6/X Spartan Laser]].{{Ref/Book|Id=h4evg|H4EVG|Page=69}} The variant was designed with a larger focus on operator safety via a versatile focus canopy.{{Ref/Reuse|enc22}}


===Usage===
===Usage===
[[File:Spartanlaser.png|thumb|left|The Spartan Laser's icon in the [[heads-up display]].]]
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 M6V Spartan Laser was extensively used throughout the [[Fall of Reach]], including during the [[Siege of New Alexandria]] and the [[Battle of Asźod]].{{Ref/Game|Id=hr|Game=Halo: Reach|Detail=Gameplay}}{{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}}


Almost [[2559|seven years]] after the [[Human-Covenant War]], the [[Jerome-092]]'s [[Red Team]] from crews of the {{UNSCShip|Spirit of Fire}} used M6V Spartan Lasers during the [[Second Ark Conflict]] against the [[Banished]].{{Ref/Game|Id=hw2|Game=Halo Wars 2|Detail=''Halo: Reach'' Model used in gameplay}}
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}}


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==Gameplay==
==Gameplay==
=== Changes from M6 Spartan Laser in ''Halo 3'' and ''Halo 3: ODST'' to ''Halo: Reach'' ===
{{Main|Spartan Laser}}
* 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 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.
* The Spartan Laser has a longer forward grip, with less space between it and the trigger than in ''Halo 3'', making it appear that there is not enough space for the forward grip to fold up when not in use.
* When the weapon is charged, instead of one arrow moving down on the side of the reticule, two arrows move toward each other, meeting at the side of the reticule.
* The charging time is now 2.5 seconds exactly.
* The scope no longer zooms out instantly after each shot.
* The beam can now be moved in a sweeping motion (albeit for a brief time), inflicting (reduced) damage to multiple targets.
* The battery consumption for each shot is now increased to 25%, limiting the weapon to four shots.


=== Changes from M6 Spartan Laser in ''Halo Wars'' to ''Halo Wars 2'' ===
==Production notes==
* Laser velocity increased.
As a reference to [[Project GUNGNIR|its development program]], the side of the M6/V has the [[List of references to Norse mythology in Halo|Norse]] symbol for [[Wikipedia:Gungnir|Gungnir]] etched into it, which was the mythical spear wielded by the god [[Wikipedia:Odin|Odin]] in Norse Mythology. Gungnir was described as having the ability to always hit its mark. Part of the mythology is that Odin would hurl his spear over the doomed side of a battle.  
* Firing sound now reminiscent of the M6/E from ''Halo 5: Guardians''.
* Range decreased.
* 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.


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
{{Linkbox|gallery=yes}}
===Concept art===
===Concept art===
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:HR SpartanLaser Concept 1.jpg|Concept art for ''Halo: Reach'' that eventually became the M6V.
File:HR SpartanLaser Concept 1.jpg|Concept art of the M6/V with grey coloring.
File:HR SpartanLaser Concept 2.jpg|Concept art for ''Halo: Reach'' that eventually became the M6V.
File:HR SpartanLaser Concept 2.jpg|Concept art for the M6/V with green coloring.
</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:HReach-M6SpartanLaser.png|M6V side view.
File:Halo Reach - Model 8 SP Laser.png|An angled view of the M6/V.
File:Halo Reach - Side Profile Model 8.png|M6V side view.
File:Halo Reach - Side Profile Model 8.png|A profile view of the M6/V.
File:Spartan Laser Secondary Weapon.jpg|A M6V on the back of a Spartan in final build of ''Halo: Reach''.
File:Spartan Laser Secondary Weapon.jpg|A M6/V on the back of a Spartan in ''Halo: Reach''.
File:HR M6VFireProfile.jpg|[[SPARTAN-B312]] firing an M6V Spartan Laser.
File:HR M6VFireProfile.jpg|[[SPARTAN-B312]] firing an M6/V.
File:HR BoneyardBattle2.jpg|SPARTAN-B312 firing an M6V Spartan Laser at a Ghost.
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:Toy Jazwares M6VSpartanLaser.png|Jazwares version of the M6V.
File:HR M6VCharging1.jpg|A Spartan prepares to fire the M6/V.
File:HR M6VCharging2.jpg|A Spartan charges the M6/V while flying on the [[Series 8 jetpack|jetpack]].
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 M6V Spartan Laser during the [[Second Ark Conflict]].
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 M6V used by Red Team on [[Installation 09]].
File:HW2 Halo - Red Team In-game.png|A M6/V used by Red Team on [[Installation 09]].
</gallery>
</gallery>


==List of appearances==
==List of appearances==
*''[[Halo: Reach]]'' {{1st}}
*''[[Halo: Reach]]'' {{1st}}
*''[[Halo: Spartan Assault]]''
*''[[Halo: Spartan Strike]]''
*''[[Halo Mythos: A Guide to the Story of Halo]]''
*''[[Halo Mythos: A Guide to the Story of Halo]]''
*''[[Halo: Ground Command]]''
*''[[Halo: Ground Command]]''

Latest revision as of 15:49, May 17, 2023

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

Manufacturer:

Misriah Armory[1]

Model series:

M6

Type:

Directed-energy weapon[1]

Specifications

Length:

121.1 centimetres (47.7 in)[1][2]

Weight:

19.07 kilograms (42.0 lb)[3]

Feed system:

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

Operation:

Directed-energy[1][2]

Rate of fire:

Semi-automatic[2]

Muzzle velocity:

299,792,458 m/s (983,571,056 ft/s)[2]

Effective range:

Long[4]

Service history

In service:

 

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[edit]

Design details[edit]

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 3× magnification.[9] The weapon is also equipped with a foldable targeting display on its side,[4] much like the M6/X Spartan Laser.[10] The variant was designed with a larger focus on operator safety via a versatile focus canopy.[1]

Usage[edit]

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.[11]

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[edit]

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.

Production notes[edit]

As a reference to its development program, the side of the M6/V has the Norse symbol for Gungnir etched into it, which was the mythical spear wielded by the god Odin in Norse Mythology. Gungnir was described as having the ability to always hit its mark. Part of the mythology is that Odin would hurl his spear over the doomed side of a battle.

Gallery[edit]

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

Concept art[edit]

  • Concept art of the M6/V with grey coloring.

    Concept art of the M6/V with grey coloring.

  • Concept art for the M6/V with green coloring.

    Concept art for the M6/V with green coloring.

Screenshots[edit]

  • The HUD icon for the M6/V Spartan Laser's icon.

    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 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.

    A Mark V(B)-clad Spartan-III wielding a Spartan Laser in the Halo: Reach Beta.

  • An angled view of the M6/V.

    An angled view of the M6/V.

  • A profile view of the M6/V.

    A profile view of the M6/V.

  • A M6/V on the back of a Spartan in Halo: Reach.

    A M6/V on the back of a Spartan in Halo: Reach.

  • SPARTAN-B312 firing an M6/V.

    SPARTAN-B312 firing an M6/V.

  • SPARTAN-B312 firing an M6/V at a Ghost.

    SPARTAN-B312 firing an M6/V at a Ghost.

  • A burst of Spartan Laser destroys a UH-144 Falcon mid-air.

    A burst of Spartan Laser destroys a UH-144 Falcon mid-air.

  • A Spartan prepares to fire the M6/V.

    A Spartan prepares to fire the M6/V.

  • A Spartan charges the M6/V while flying on the jetpack.

    A Spartan charges the M6/V while flying on the jetpack.

  • Spartan Laser model in Halo Wars 2 gameplay.

    Spartan Laser model in Halo Wars 2 gameplay.

  • Jerome-092 using a M6/V during the Second Ark Conflict.

    Jerome-092 using a M6/V during the Second Ark Conflict.

  • A M6/V used by Red Team on Installation 09.

    A M6/V used by Red Team on Installation 09.

List of appearances[edit]

Sources[edit]

  1. ^ a b c d e f g h Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition), page 179
  2. ^ a b c d Halo: The Essential Visual Guide, page 183
  3. ^ a b Halo Encyclopedia (2011 edition), page 329
  4. ^ a b c d e Halo: Reach, Gameplay
  5. ^ a b Halo Wars 2, Halo: Reach Model used in gameplay
  6. ^ a b The Toyark, News: Official Photos of Jazwares Halo The Spartan Collection Figures (Retrieved on Jun 1, 2020) [archive]
  7. ^ a b Gamestop, Halo: Reach Kat-B320 The Spartan Collection (Retrieved on Jun 1, 2020) [archive]
  8. ^ Halo Waypoint - Universe, Spartan Laser (Retrieved on Jun 1, 2020) [archive]
  9. ^ 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]
  10. ^ Halo 4: The Essential Visual Guide, page 69
  11. ^ Halo Mythos: A Guide to the Story of Halo, page 112

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