The Sonic-Flare was developed shortly after the original Solar-Flare, a part of the laser tag project undertaken by Horizon during mid YE 40. This improved model was designed to act as a self-defence weapon or combat sidearm for Horizon security and anyone else who purchased one.

At the completion of the laser tag project Horizon designers discussed reusing the design of the Solar-Flare to create the company’s first combat sidearm. The weapon was intended to benefit their security forces while also offering a compact and effective weapon for civilian purchase with non-lethal capabilities. While the design was finalised in late YE 40 the official production model wasn’t released until early YE 41 due to complications with emigrating the company.

The following section lists nomenclature information for the Sonic-Flare.

• Designer: Galactic Horizon
• Manufacturer: Galactic Horizon
• Name: Sonic-Flare Sidearm
• Nomenclature: GH-W1-5G
• Type: Sonic/Acoustic
• Role: Civilian/Self Defence
• Length: 21cm
• Mass: 1kg

The Sonic-Flare is an abnormally tall pistol, partially because of the extra space requirements and partially to act as a fear boon for those carrying one. Its bulky size and included off-hand grip give the impression of a powerful and lethal weapon and disguise the actual ability. The overall colour scheme is a dark grey with the barrel and several panels near the trigger and grip highlighted in gold.¹⁾

The following section lists discharge information for the Sonic-Flare.

• Muzzle Flash: A small, bright flash and ripple of the soundwaves leaving the barrel.
• Retort: A short loud tone designed to disorientate the target.
• Projectile/Beam Appearance: Barely visible, a ripple similar to heat haze.
• Effective Range 50m
• Rate of Fire: 15 blasts per minute.
• Recoil: Minor recoil with an upward pattern.

When fired the small acoustic blast is able to pacify targets regardless of body armour or helmets with the exception of digital sound filtering helmets. It will not cause any bodily harm unless standing at point blank and acts primarily as a stun weapon. However the weapon can cause lingering nausea or headaches in individuals.

• Ammunition Micro Core
• Round Capacity: 36 charges per core
• Damage: It should be noted that this weapon does not typically injure the target unless at extreme close range with prolonged exposure

The following section lists mechanism information for the Sonic-Flare.

• Firing Mechanism: Each shot is charged for 4 seconds before being released. After each shot energy must be taken from the core once again.
• Loading: A micro core is slotted into the circular chamber at the rear of the weapon.
• Firing Modes: Safety (The weapon cannot charge or fire), Semi-Automatic (The weapon will fire 1 charge per 4 seconds maximum)
• Safety Mechanism: When placed in safety mode the weapon will disconnect the micro core but will not eject it.
• Weapon Sight: A set of stock iron sights are provided on the top rail of the weapon, extra sights can be purchased.
• Attachment Hard Points: 1 side-rail point

The following section lists pricing information for the Sonic-Flare.

• Sonic-Flare Sidearm: 1 000KS

The following section lists replacement items for the Sonic-Flare.

• Digital Tuner: 500KS
• Acoustic Barrel: 400KS

The following section lists optional extras for the Sonic-Flare.

• Flashlight: 100KS
• Laser: 100KS

The following section lists ammunition information for the Sonic-Flare.

club24 created this article on 2019/01/17 02:42. Immortal Cyan approved it (using the checklist) on 2019/01/30 11:38.