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BowrifleBased on the reliable designs of older Crossbows with the advantage of updated technology, the Bowrifle was originally developed to provide a reliable weapon for protection in the deepest reaches of the Zhat' where feral Citags run rampant. As minimal supplies are a necessity in the harsh environments of Shiva III, the ability to make use of expended ammo was paramount. Using a combination of compressed gas firing mechanisms and acceleration coils tied to venting arms that double as heat sinks, the aesthetics of Bowrifles may vary between manufacturers though they almost all look akin to a technologically advanced version of their simple predecessor. Bowrifles also take advantage of electronic firing systems, allowing for rapid volleys without the need to reset cumbersome tension cables. Damage: 2d8 [Piercing]
Rate of Fire: Single, Autofire, Reduced ( see Special )
Capacity: 20 / Canister [ ammo costs as a Heavy Weapon ]
Weight: 7.3kgs
Hard Points: 2
Classification: Exotic
Range: Rifle
Base Price: 4,000Cr
Availability: Rare
Size: Large
Special: Bowrifles have three firing speeds; Autofire, Single, and Reduced. Set in the Reduced speed, Bowrifles are single fire weapons that lose the [Piercing] damage tag, but gain the [Kinetic] damage tag and Inaccurate quality. Bowrifles cannot be modified with the Gauss Actuating Module, but a Slug Transducer will continue to function regardless of the Reduced speed setting. Adjusting firing speed is a single swift action.
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