Plasma Beam

An unknown inventor based this weapon on an early incarnation of a plasma cutter tool. Whereas the cutter was a simple welding and destruction device, the techie designed the Plasma Beam to be capable of burning through almost any Armour. The focused beam from which the weapon derives its name was channelled into a "laser" of matter that worked best against vehicles or slower-moving troops with heavy armour, though it could be turned on personnel in a pinch.

The Plasma Beam is most effective against structures. Press and Hold down the trigger to fire the beam, and then drag it across your target to slice through concrete, metal, or anything else with scalpel-like precision. Before firing the weapon, study your target carefully to identify any vertical supports or load bearing walls. If you plan your attack carefully, you can use the Plasma Beam to compromise these critical supports and let gravity do the rest. The weapon is less effective against aliens and Cultists as you must focus the beam on the target to inflict significant damage. This can be difficult when an enemy is moving. Almost any other weapon is better suited to taking out enemies, but if your other weapons have run out of ammo, the Plasma Beam is more than capable of getting the job done.