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− | The '''Vibrokatana''', introduced in [[2450]] by the [[Draconis Combine]]<ref>''TechManual'', p. 298</ref> | + | The '''Vibrokatana''', introduced in [[2450]] by the [[Draconis Combine]],<ref>''TechManual'', p. 298</ref> is a weapon of choice often used by [[DEST]] commandos in close combat. A deadly and elegant weapon, it operates on the same principle as the [[Vibrosword]], with the blade vibrating at an extremely high frequency.<ref>''Classic BattleTech RPG'', p. 134 </ref> Since its introduction, the vibrokatana has gained popularity with other [[Draconis Combine Mustered Soldiery]] units as it is stunningly effective even against [[battle armor]].<ref>''LosTech, p. 26''</ref> |
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Revision as of 22:17, 18 October 2015
Overview
The Vibrokatana, introduced in 2450 by the Draconis Combine,[1] is a weapon of choice often used by DEST commandos in close combat. A deadly and elegant weapon, it operates on the same principle as the Vibrosword, with the blade vibrating at an extremely high frequency.[2] Since its introduction, the vibrokatana has gained popularity with other Draconis Combine Mustered Soldiery units as it is stunningly effective even against battle armor.[3]
Specification
- Item:Vibrokatana[4]
- Technology:Advanced technology
- Age of War/Early Star League:Very rare
- Succession Wars:Very rare
- Clan Invasion:Rare
- legality:Controlled
- armor piercing/base damage:6M/3
- range:1M
- shots:2 PPS
- cost/reload:350/*
- affiliation:DC
- mass:1 KG
- notes:+1 TO-HIT