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The weapon of choice for the elite soldiers aboard the [[UESC Marathon]], the '''Tech .50 Fusion Pistol''' is the third weapon found by the [[player character]] in the first Marathon game. Effective against flesh and cybernetics alike, this vacuum enabled weapon was an invaluable tool during the [[ | {{Weapon infobox | ||
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|type= Semi Automatic Energy Projection Weapon | |||
|variant= [[Zeus-Class Fusion pistol]] | |||
|ammotype= High Energy Bolts | |||
|capacity= 116.6 Terawatts | |||
|feed= 20 standard energy bolts/ 4 charged bolts | |||
|operation= Energy Projection | |||
|optics= None | |||
|service= Unknown | |||
|firstappearance= [[Marathon (1994)|Marathon(1994)]] | |||
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The weapon of choice for the elite soldiers aboard the [[UESC Marathon]], the '''Tech .50 Fusion Pistol''' is the third weapon found by the [[player character]] in the first Marathon game. Effective against flesh and cybernetics alike, this vacuum enabled weapon was an invaluable tool during the [[Security Officer]]'s efforts in defending the Marathon itself, and launching offensive maneuvers onto the [[Pfhor]] scout ship [[Boomer|Sfiera]]. | |||
== Design details == | == Design details == | ||
The Tech .50 Fusion Pistol is powered by a Deuterioxide Halogen Battery Pack, capable of producing 116.6 terawatts of power. Each battery is capable of firing 20 high impact energy bolts, each one with a yield of 5.83 terawatts. As such, it can be fired in vacuum. | The Tech .50 Fusion Pistol is powered by a Deuterioxide Halogen Battery Pack, capable of producing 116.6 terawatts of power. Each battery is capable of firing 20 high impact energy bolts, each one with a yield of 5.83 terawatts. As such, it can be fired in vacuum. | ||
The weapon is also capable of an overcharge. During which the internal MicroFuse Reaction Core fires one large energy bolt with a yield of 17.5 terawatts.<ref name = M1Fusion> | The weapon is also capable of an overcharge. During which the internal MicroFuse Reaction Core fires one large energy bolt with a yield of 17.5 terawatts.<ref name = M1Fusion>[http://archives2.bungie.org/manuals/Marathon_Manual.pdf| Marathon(1994) Manual, pg 16]</ref> | ||
== Legacy == | == Legacy == | ||
The Tech .50 was the basis for [[Durandal]]'s own [[Zeus-Class Fusion pistol]].<ref> | The Tech .50 was the basis for [[Durandal]]'s own [[Zeus-Class Fusion pistol]].<ref>[http://archives2.bungie.org/manuals/Marathon_2_Manual.pdf| Marathon 2: Durandal Manual, pg 16]</ref> | ||
== Gameplay == | == Gameplay == | ||
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Despite being projectile based, unlike most other weapons, its bolts still pack a punch and the overcharge is not dependent on the amount of charge left in the battery. So he can shoot an overcharge shot, even at 1% battery life. | Despite being projectile based, unlike most other weapons, its bolts still pack a punch and the overcharge is not dependent on the amount of charge left in the battery. So he can shoot an overcharge shot, even at 1% battery life. | ||
== Gallery == | |||
== Notes == | == Notes == | ||
* The Fusion pistol's bonus damage against cybernetic enemies would only be implemented in the sequels | * The Fusion pistol's bonus damage against cybernetic enemies would only be implemented in the sequels | ||
* The terminal in Marathon 1 calls it the Zeus-Class Fusion Pistol, but the manual calls it the Tech .50 Fusion Pistol. The name would go on to be used in the sequels. | * The terminal in Marathon 1 calls it the Zeus-Class Fusion Pistol, but the manual calls it the Tech .50 Fusion Pistol. The name would go on to be used in the sequels. | ||
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| Production overview | |
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Type: |
Semi Automatic Energy Projection Weapon |
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Variant(s): |
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| Specifications | |
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Ammunition type: |
High Energy Bolts |
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Capacity: |
116.6 Terawatts |
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Feed system: |
20 standard energy bolts/ 4 charged bolts |
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Operation: |
Energy Projection |
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Optics: |
None |
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In service: |
Unknown |
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First appearance: |
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The weapon of choice for the elite soldiers aboard the UESC Marathon, the Tech .50 Fusion Pistol is the third weapon found by the player character in the first Marathon game. Effective against flesh and cybernetics alike, this vacuum enabled weapon was an invaluable tool during the Security Officer's efforts in defending the Marathon itself, and launching offensive maneuvers onto the Pfhor scout ship Sfiera.
Design details
The Tech .50 Fusion Pistol is powered by a Deuterioxide Halogen Battery Pack, capable of producing 116.6 terawatts of power. Each battery is capable of firing 20 high impact energy bolts, each one with a yield of 5.83 terawatts. As such, it can be fired in vacuum.
The weapon is also capable of an overcharge. During which the internal MicroFuse Reaction Core fires one large energy bolt with a yield of 17.5 terawatts.[1]
Legacy
The Tech .50 was the basis for Durandal's own Zeus-Class Fusion pistol.[2]
Gameplay
The fusion pistol does not deal bonus damage against mechanical enemies in Marathon 1. However, it is still a valuable tool for the player character.
Despite being projectile based, unlike most other weapons, its bolts still pack a punch and the overcharge is not dependent on the amount of charge left in the battery. So he can shoot an overcharge shot, even at 1% battery life.
Gallery
Notes
- The Fusion pistol's bonus damage against cybernetic enemies would only be implemented in the sequels
- The terminal in Marathon 1 calls it the Zeus-Class Fusion Pistol, but the manual calls it the Tech .50 Fusion Pistol. The name would go on to be used in the sequels.
- The output of the Fusion Pistol is 5.83 x 1012 watts! For reference, New York City uses 50.6 Terawatt hours in a year.[3]
References
- ^ Marathon(1994) Manual, pg 16
- ^ Marathon 2: Durandal Manual, pg 16
- ^ https://www.buildingcongress.com/advocacy-and-reports/reports-and-analysis/Electricity-Outlook-2017-Powering-New-York-Citys-Future/The-Electricity-Outlook-to-2027.html#:~:text=Annual%20energy%20consumption%20in%20New,year%20over%20the%20forecast%20period.
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