Heavy Maser (Nephilim)
The Terran Knowledge Bank
| Heavy Maser | |
|---|---|
| Type | Gun |
| Damage | 30 |
| Range | 4600 k |
| Acceleration | 4600 |
| Refire Rate | 0.35 sec |
| Energy Rating | 45 nJ |
| Source | Wing Commander Prophecy: The Official Strategy Guide |
Wing Commander: Prophecy
Gunnery Officer Report:
- A slightly more muscular version of the microwave gun, the Light Burst Maser (Nephilim), sported by lighter Nephilim fighter-craft, the extra damage is largely negated by the longer refire rate. Heavy Maser fire is used as a dependable backup by the heavier Alien fighters in hot combat situations.
- Current understanding of the weapon is minimal. Some scientists have postulated that the design of the weapon is such that it causes lasting cellular damage to any survivors of an attack. Conclusive studies have not been completed, but it seems that a hit would have to get by the ship's protective armor, which renders the theory moot, at best.
