The Beam Lance is a high-power, shoulder-fired laser developed by Viziam. Inspired by early prototype designs of the well-known Laser Rifle, the Beam Lance trades versatility for power. Not only is it highly effective against infantry, it can also deal heavy damage to vehicles. This power comes at the cost of increased heat build-up, reduced aiming speed, and a mandatory charge before firing. The Beam Lance is the Amarr equivalent of the Plasma Cannon and Swarm Launcher.

To operate, hold down the fire button to charge. Once the weapon is fully charged, it releases a destructive beam of energy. You move and aim more slowly when the Beam Lance is charging or firing. The Beam Lance produces less heat the longer it is fired, but also deals less damage the longer it is fired. Heat build-up is extreme, so firing two beams in quick succession is not possible under normal circumstances. Multiple Beam Lancers can fire devastating volleys of lasers at the enemy, not unlike a volley of musket fire, though far more deadly and with far better range.

Advantages over the Laser Rifle

The Beam Lance is much more damaging.

The Beam Lance can be effectively used as an anti-vehicle weapon.

Disadvantages over the Laser Rifle

The Beam Lance must charge before use.

The Beam Lance aims more slowly.

The Beam Lance cannot be used continuously.

Possible Variants

Burst - Charges faster, but heat build-up is also faster.

Assault - Heat build-up is slower, but damage is reduced.

Breach - Heat build-up is slower, but takes longer to charge.

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