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CREDITS

Art Andreas “AAS” Schroth, David Kegg, Frederick Dahl Tyskerud, Igor Sobolevsky, Jarrod Owen, Pierre Raveneau, Robert Ruffolo, Steve Wood

Writing Peter M. Andrews, Jr.

Art Director Brent Evans

Gun Background Art Andreas “AAS” Schroth

Shadowrun Line Developer Jason M. Hardy

Layout & Design Matt Heerdt

© 2012 The Topps Company, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Shadowrun and Matrix are registered trademarks and/or trademarks of The Topps Company, Inc., in the United States and/or other countries. Catalyst Game Labs and the Catalyst Game Labs logo are trademarks of InMediaRes Productions, LLC.

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Today’s Heads Up * Glitch evidently got tired of Nightfire’s claims that Ares’ products are the best and proceeded to find a number of firearms offered by other companies. These weapons vary from bleeding edge to just plain dangerous to use, but when you’re in a pinch you’ll use whatever is available.

Incoming * It may be tough to find shadows in deserts or the Arctic, but the money is still out there. [Tag: Hazard Pay] * Some plants you eat, some plants eat you. [Tag: Parabotany] * When you’re a runner in Seattle, sometimes you’re on the street, sometimes you’re below them. [Tag: Ork Underground] * There are groups that only the Awakened seem to keep track of, now you can too. [Tag: Magical Societies]

Top News Items * Knight Errant arrests seven ork youths after an unexplained rash of vandalism. Responsible citizens are credited with providing the information that led to the arrests. Link * KSAF reports that a child’s body has been found in front of the Brackhaven mansion. Knight Errant claims the report is false, despite photographic evidence and numerous witness statements. Link * Ares Operative Anne Ravenheart is implicated in illegal magic foci trading. Superiors disclaim any knowledge and state their willingness to work with Congressional probes into the matter. Link

The World’s Firearm Catalog—Without Ares There are those that think any weapon worth owning is produced by the UCAS megacorporation Ares. Perhaps as a statement of just how willing we are to kill each other, however, there are numerous other manufacturers that provide equally lethal options. Nearly every AA or AAA corporation owns at least a small-arms manufacturer, as the Sixth World has a growing need for more weaoons, and the corps want the ability to gain windfall profits from desperate purchasers when the opportunities arise. Shiawase, Renraku, and Saedder-Krupp produce quarterly catalogs similar to the more widely known Ares product, but their efforts have yet to be widely commented on by the shadow community. Cavalier Arms is developing into a brand known for its reliable, if uninspired, designs, but its products are still largely only sold in North America. The availability of these weapons varies considerably based on the location of the manufacturer and the vigor with which it monitors its support channel. These are the weapons you should expect to see on the streets and battle zones near you over the next year or so.

Gun Haven 2 Posts/Files tagged with “Gun Haven”:

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* Izom Aphrodite * Izom SS-374 * Izom CSM-419 * Izom PHP-131 * Izom RP-71 * Izom HP-49B * Terracotta Arms Caravan [More]

This consolidated catalog is intended for internal and Concierge-class customers only. Public dissemination of this information is handled through subsidiary publications. Unauthorized release of this document will result in disciplinary actions against the responsible parties and related subordinates.

> Why is it not surprising Renraku would own a full spectrum of death-dealing companies? > /dev/grrl > I removed the Renraku-produced weapons that were already covered in earlier downloads. We might as well save the bandwidth for your worthwhile comments. > Glitch



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IZOM APHRODITE The Aphrodite is one of our newest designs, featuring caseless ammunition and an electronic firing system. The weapon system is designed to be integrated into a police officer’s tactical suite, allowing the purchaser to add or remove accessories as needed. The Aphrodite features a fully supported infrastructure, with Izom’s Reissuance Warrantee for those weapons that fail to pass our rigorous annual post-sale inspection program. The short-barreled grenade launcher was an addition requested by mercenaries who received the weapon during Desert Wars Mojave 2071. It functions as a breaching tool more than a tactical weapon since the reduced barrel length ensures easy portability and reduced weight, but range suffers commensurately. Several purchasers have also found the under-barrel accessory useful in the delivery of non-lethal munitions in urban environments. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Barrel Reduction (Grenade Launcher only), Electronic Firing, Folding Stock

IZOM APHRODITE (SMG/GRENADE LAUNCHER) DAMAGE AP MODE 5P — BF/FA GRENADE LAUNCHER GRENADE — SS

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Izom Aphrodite

RC 1 (2)

AMMO 40(C)

AVAIL 8F

COST 1,600¥



1(M)





> Izom fails to mention the best place to get these babies is to pick one up after

it has failed the inspection program. They drop them onto the grey markets as a liquidation item. Just another way the corps makes money off the little guy. > Cosmo

> I would recommend a thorough check before using such items; the quality control for the refurbishing shop is less strict than the manufacturing system. > Black Mamba

> Some people here might be surprised at the grenade launcher’s shorter range.

The weapon was designed for close-quarter combat drills by police agencies, not the long-range battle militaries prefer. > Picador

> Perfect for jungles, both natural and concrete. > Marcos

IZOM SS-374 The SS-374 is redesign of the classic pump-action shotgun. Our ergonomic enhancement team has attempted to add features that all metahumans will find comfortable while retaining the feel that aficionados have come to expect. The SS-374 features a side-loading tube magazine mounted above the pump action, eliminating the danger of rough use damaging the weapon’s functionality. The weapon’s advanced safety features and cartridge ignition system ensure the weapon will not discharge when dropped, and its rugged construction will endear itself to operators who take it into less-than-pristine environments. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Electronic Firing

IZOM SS-374 (SHOTGUN) DAMAGE 7P

AP –1

MODE SA

RC 1

> This thing is more of a joke than a weapon. A Defiance T-250 is everything this shotgun is and it doesn’t have fancy gizmos to mess up the firing sequence. Simplicity is the best answer. > Riser

> The Izom brand is manufactured and heavily marketed in Europe. It’s always good to know what the locals are likely to have, either so you can plan against it or to blend in. Fianchetto >

> Can anyone tell me why they made a shotgun without some kind of stock? Recoil’s a bitch.

AMMO 4 (M)

AVAIL 3R

COST 850¥

> Marcos > Some of us are tough enough that we don’t need them. > Sticks

Izom SS-374

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IZOM CSM-419 The CSM-419 is a large-capacity shotgun intended for law enforcement and paramilitary organizations that require an edge in close-quarter battle scenarios. The weapon features advanced sighting aids as well as an integrated safety system and complete electronic control of the feed mechanism. The primary action is recoil-operated to ensure reliability when technomancer threats may be nearby. The unique Compact Carry® magazines mesh with the weapon’s firmware and form a portion of the weapon’s rugged structure. The CSM-419 has recently participated is approval trials for MET2000 and Wuxing Worldwide Shipping. While the results of these trials have yet to be made public, the inputs received to date has led to product improvements that will be seen in future production runs. Izom’s continued goal of excellence is visible in all of our products. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Advanced Safety (basic), Ammo Skip System, Safe Target System, Smartgun

IZOM CSM-419 (SHOTGUN) DAMAGE 7P

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AP –1

Izom CSM-419

MODE SA

RC —

AMMO 10 (C)

AVAIL 4R

COST 1,700¥

> Is this really technomancer proof? I understand that the mechanism is completely mechanical, but how about the rest?

> Clockwork > The action might be foolproof against hacking, but with all the other electronics you could just reset the safety or set the ammo skip system to empty the magazine in a harmless manner. Puck >

> Why would Wuxing test a Renraku weapon for their security teams? Don’t they have their own manufacturing arm?

> /dev/grrl > They were tested, but nobody bought many of them. The trials were intended to see if Izom’s electronics would be acceptable in a future platform. They found a myriad of issues with the feed system; the unique magazine is more a solution that was looking for a problem than something truly essential. > Black Mamba

IZOM PHP-131 The PHP-131 was developed for smaller shooters who desire the firepower of a larger handgun but cannot handle the weight and bulk of such a weapon on a regular basis. The PHP-131 is manufactured with a modern composite frame using as few heavy components as possible. Modern construction techniques have also made the weapon a favorite of protective details, since the gun can pass through simple metal detectors without issue (we are aware of the complaints of our protective-services clients about this issue, and we are working to resolve it to our mutual satisfaction). Users should be aware, however, that the gun cannot pass through the chemical sniffers and backscatter radar used in modern screening techniques. The weapon is also equipped with a laser sight as a lightweight aiming aid. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Ceramic/Plasteel Components (Level 1), Laser Sight

> It’s not that much lighter than a Predator IV. It seems like the whole weight

IZOM PHP-131 (HEAVY PISTOL)

changes can look like mis-calibrations or operator error, allowing you repeat access with minimal risk. > Fianchetto

DAMAGE 5P

AP –1

MODE SA

RC —

AMMO 9 (C)

AVAIL 11F

COST 650¥

issue in the write-up is just an effort to get someone to pay more for a lesser pistol. > Riser

> The ability to slip by primitive security is not a bad thing. A lot of minor facilities are not up to snuff on security, and a minor adjustment courtesy of your resident hacker means your weapon slides through. Fianchetto >

> If your hacker has spoofed the system, why bother with leaving it on at all? They should be able to let you pass and then rewrite everything.

> Slamm-0! > The more you change a system, the more people look around afterwards. Subtle

Izom PHP-131

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IZOM RP-71 Izom’s latest entry into the small automatic weapon market, the RP-71 has been developed with additional assistance from Ultimax and the lessons learned during the development of the Ultimax 70. The RP-71 is capable of suppressive fire, and it has been ruggedized for rough handling. The clearly marked controls are designed for use by less-trained operators with a minimal amount of electronic aid. Izom is currently offering manufacturer maintenance incentives for this model; ask your representative for details and restrictions. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Reduced Weight, Folding Stock

IZOM RP-71 (MACHINE PISTOL) DAMAGE 4P

AP —

MODE BF/FA

RC (1)

AMMO 25(C)

> Warning for anyone wanting to bring this into humid climates: The ammuni-

tion is less reliable after is gets the least bit wet. I think the quality control is suspect. > Marcos

> I can testify regarding sales to less-trained operators. They have been springing

up in the hands of a couple of the smaller security operations in Africa. They’re using it to replace the Colt Manhunters that they used to issue. Am-Mut >

> I think I would prefer the Manhunter—at least with that, the target goes down and stays there.

AVAIL 7R

COST 600¥

> Riser > Different tool for different use. Security mooks are there to slow down an attack

until the QRT shows up. In that scenario, suppressive fire and wide bursts are more effective than precision fire they couldn’t use well anyway. > Am-Mut

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Izom RP-71

IZOM HP-49B A top-of-the-line semi-automatic pistol intended for law enforcement and military personnel, the HP-49B is a recent modification of the original design remodeled for smoother double-action operation and a slide redesigned for a smoother draw. The weapon also features a tactical flashlight to facilitate its use in limited visibility situations. Discounts are available for government bulk purchases; please inform your sales representative at the time of purchase. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Flashlight

> The weapon is intimidating when you’re on bodyguard duty, but their appear-

IZOM HP-49B (HEAVY PISTOL)

organizations that have purchased them, but once they buy there is no need for further purchases. > Mr. Bonds

DAMAGE 5P

AP –1

MODE SA

RC —

AMMO 12 (C)

AVAIL 5R

COST 300¥

ance and bulk is a detriment if you want to carry it in the field.

> Picador > Is Renraku having so much trouble moving this model they have to offer discounts? It doesn’t say many good things about the weapon.

> Beaker > The problem they’re having is repeat business. There have been a few smaller

Izom HP-49B

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TERRACOTTA ARMS CARAVAN The Caravan is a magazine-fed semi-automatic rifle intended for game hunters and as well as those who are concerned about home defense. We have seen particular interest in this product among our customers in the rural areas of the Sioux Nation, which is a landscape well suited to the weapon’s strengths. The Caravan features a telescopic sight to improve the accuracy of long-range shooting, and a thermal suppressor option has been made available at the request of law enforcement and security teams that use the model as a tactical marksman’s weapon. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Imaging Sight (Electronic Magnification), Thermal Suppressor, Shock Pad

TERRACOTTA ARMS CARAVAN (SPORTING RIFLE) DAMAGE 8P

AP –1

MODE SA

RC 1

AMMO 10 (C)

AVAIL 7R

COST 950¥

> A poor man’s sniper rifle, just like most the weapons in this category. The gas

tube system clogs fairly easily; I figured they would have used a piston system for the reliability. > Riser

> You have to remember the intended end user. These are supposed to be used for hunting or home defense, not prolonged firefights where the weapon will go hours without being cleaned. These are often owned by people who view gun maintenance as a regular, pleasurable activity. > DangerSensei

>The strange thing is they’ve been making a big push to sell this to the Yakut, but they didn’t optimize it for arctic operations.

> Beaker > That’s because the faction they are selling to is more concerned with price than longevity.

> Black Mamba

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TERRACOTTA ARMS MORDRED The Mordred is a compact folding design primarily intended for protective details and undercover operatives. It features a folding foregrip and advanced electronics to rival several military designs. The Mordred folds into an indistinguishable metal box that can be readied for action within six seconds by a trained operator. Terracotta provides several enhanced-vision upgrades when desired by the customer allowing the Mordred to function as a surveillance device as well as a weapon. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Folding Stock, Foregrip, Safe Target System, Smartlink

> The concept of a folding submachine gun has been around for almost a hundred

TERRACOTTA ARMS MORDRED (SUBMACHINE GUN)

field. They look different enough that some of the combatants don’t recognize them as a weapon, but the trideo electronics let the reporters gain some footage and then suppress anyone who attacks them. > Hard Exit

DAMAGE 5P

AP —

MODE BF/FA

RC (2)

AMMO 20(C)

AVAIL 7R

COST 950¥

years. There was even one in an ancient 20th century vid.

> Sunshine > The Mordred is fairly easy to conceal in a vehicle if there isn’t any ammunition in it. Most security sensors will bypass it if you attach it the gas tank or some other solid piece of metal. > Traveler Jones

> I’ve seen a news team use them for both security and for filming footage in the

Terracotta ARMS Mordred

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TERRACOTTA ARMS PUP The Pup is a recent design intended for civilian and government markets. The weapon is a short-barreled automatic designed for easy concealment. This model is sold to government agencies; appropriately licensed individuals can order it with a silencer. The weapon integrates a smartlink and an advanced safety to ensure only authorized users can fire the weapon, and the rounds that are fired are more likely to hit the intended target. Standard Upgrade/Accessories: Advanced Safety, Silencer (optional), Smartlink

TERRACOTTA ARMS PUP (HOLD-OUT PISTOL) DAMAGE AP MODE RC AMMO AVAIL COST 4P — SS — 5 (C) 4R/6F 550¥/750¥ Note: The higher availability/price reflects a purchase with the silencer included.

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Terracotta ARMS Pup

> These have been getting dropped in a few interesting places the last few

months. A number of buyers have started carrying them as a last-ditch defense.

> Mihoshi Oni > The silencer option ruins the ability to conceal the weapon; a few spooks have been using them to quietly eliminate problems.

> Hard Exit > If they’re decent spooks, how did you find out? > Slamm-0! > Let’s just say I planned a little better than they did. > Hard Exit

TERRACOTTA ARMS AM-47 The AM-47 is a large weapon intended for a metahuman operator, one of the first of its kind offered on the Asian market. Terracotta is determined to ensure its products meet the needs of all market segments, and we intend to offer more products for these valued customers in the future. The AM-47 features a comprehensive recoil suppression system and an extended barrel to increase the weapon’s effective range. The unique drum magazine allows a larger-capacity magazine that can be used while the shooter remains in a prone position. The AM-47 fires a new high-powered cartridge from the recently developed Critical™ line of ammunition. The promise of continued software support ensures the weapon will not become incompatible with the latest interface protocols, and the integrated electronics’ robust architecture will enable the AM- 47 to compete on the battlefield for decades to come. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Barrel Extension, Bipod, Imaging Sight (image link), High-Power Chambering, Safe Target System, Smartlink, Underbarrel Weight

> Valuable market segments my ass! Renraku only cares about the bottom line and keeping Japan pure.

> Mihoshi Oni > If eliminating non-human metas is indeed their desire, then selling weapons to those populations might be a viable way to help that process. Several UCAS studies have indicated the most likely killer of a non-human is another non-human. > Mr. Bonds

> This thing is a monster. It’s big enough that it could substitute for a vehicle weapon for scout units.

> Black Mamba > That’s no understatement. This thing weighs more than my Vindicator minigun— ammo and battery pack included. Beaker >

TERRACOTTA ARMS AM-47 (SNIPER RIFLE) DAMAGE 9P

AP –3

MODE SA

RC 1 (3)

AMMO 18(C)

AVAIL 14F

COST 8,250¥

Terracotta ARMS AM-47

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ULTIMAX 47 The 47 is the newest infantry rifle offered by Ultimax. It is a relatively simple design intended to serve the dual purposes of introducing the principles of long-range shooting to trainees and serving as the primary weapon for temporary personnel who require a firearm with limited suppressive abilities. The weapon’s limited electronics suite encourages trainees to develop and rely on their own abilities. The laser sight also assists in close-quarter scenarios, allowing the operator to quickly bring the weapon to bear on a target and ensure a first round hit. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Laser Sight

> I’m not sure how a weapon that only fires three round bursts can be considered

ULTIMAX 47 (BATTLE RIFLE)

> 8mm bullets were last used as service rounds over a century ago. Does anyone

DAMAGE 7P

AP –1

MODE SA/BF

RC —

AMMO 20 (C)

AVAIL 6R

COST 3,350¥

suppressive fire. Most organizations that adopt weapons with burst-only features are trying to conserve ammunition. > Riser

> While it might not lay down a large quantity of bullets, when an entire fire team is shooting 8mm bullets at you and your friends, it gets suppressive enough to be effective. > Black Mamba even still manufacture it?

> Beaker > A Renraku subsidiary started producing the rounds three weeks before the rifle

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(from War!, p. 154) A battle rifle is an up-powered version of an assault rifle. It fires heavier caliber rounds than an assault rifle and offers batter accuracy at longer ranges. It is heavier than an assault rifle, which helps compensate for the added recoil of the larger round. A battle rifle’s role lies between that of an assault rifle and a sniper rifle. Battle rifles use sporting rifle ranges and can take any modification or accessory available to assault rifles. Battle rifles require the Automatics skill to use effectively.

Ultimax 47

was released to the public. Nothing like supplying a customer demand you created. They also offer a full selection of types for those who can’t live without their APDS or EX rounds. > Mr. Bonds

ULTIMAX 68 The Ultimax 68 is an assault rifle intended for users who require a modicum of stealth when they engage a target. Since the weapon was introduced four years ago, it has been selected as the quiet entry weapon of numerous Special Forces and SWAT teams on the Asian continent. Ultimax is now pleased to announce that the weapon is available for wider distribution now that the initial contracts have been fulfilled. The weapon and its suppressor have passed extensive trials in the Arabian Desert, and it is expected to be selected as the latest addition to the arsenal of the Arabian Caliphate. The weapon is compatible with a number of modification kits, which Ultimax can install for users who order through their Customer Service Representative, or they can be installed by a qualified facility at the user’s discretion. The weapon’s folding stock allows users maximum freedom of movement when operating in an urban environment. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Folding Stock, Sound Suppressor

> It’s a bare-bones weapon. The suppressor is only good for a magazine or two before the performance noticeably degrades.

> Riser > Any team worth their salt builds in weapon upgrades as part of their bid package. Of course, any team with a real budget finds a different weapon.

> DangerSensei >The latest news is S-K is not too happy about these weapons entering the Middle

East market. I guess the dragon thought he had that particular market cornered.

> Picador

ULTIMAX 68 (ASSAULT RIFLE) DAMAGE 6P

AP –1

MODE SA/BF/FA

RC (1)

AMMO 35(C)

AVAIL 9R

COST 1,100¥

Ultimax 68

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ULTIMAX 83 The Ultimax 83 is a solid, reliable assault rifle that has been thoroughly tested on the battlefields of the Sixth World. It has become the weapon of choice of several mercenary units, which appreciate the weapon’s ability to fire continuously due to the cooling sleeve attached to the barrel. The Ultimax 83 features minimal electronics, ensuring reliable performance in any environment. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Laser Sight

ULTIMAX 83 (ASSAULT RIFLE) DAMAGE 6P

AP —

MODE FA

RC —

AMMO 32(C)

AVAIL 5R

COST 650¥

> A spray and pray weapon at best. The ballistics is crap, and something in the gas operating system design reduces the muzzle velocity.

> Riser > The laser sight burns through batteries pretty quickly but can withstand a lot of banging around. It might not be a very good weapon, but it works well enough for militia troopers. > Black Mamba

> I’d like to know which units have picked these up as their primary service weapon. I’m betting they are small outfits looking to make a quick buck and then move on. > Picador

> More likely they are runners that managed a legit front long enough to purchase

some weapons for list price rather than pay the black market mark-up. I might have competition. > Red Anya

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Ultimax 83

Nemesis and Shiawase Arms are proud to offer the products from our first consolidated Weapon Manual. Included inside are numerous designs, showcasing the new Stream™ line of advanced firearms.

Ultimax 83

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NEMESIS ARMS SPRATLEY STALWART Nemesis Arms has begun to sell this advanced weapon to law enforcement and independent organizations around the globe as a replacement for earlier generations of submachine guns. The weapon features a high magazine capacity with a firing system uniquely suited to manage recoil, limiting the possibility of friendly fire incidents during urban operations. The Spratley Stalwart is manufactured with a large number of ceramic and plasteel components to reduce corrosion in tropic environments. The Spratley Stalwart is available for immediate shipment to any location worldwide through our Customer First™ service. Simply log into your account and order; the Stalwart is guaranteed to be delivered within two business days. Standard Updates/Accessories: Ceramic/Plasteel Construction (level 2), Electronic Firing, Folding Stock

NEMESIS ARMS SPRATLEY STALWART (SMG) DAMAGE 5P

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AP —

MODE BF/FA

RC 1 (2)

AMMO 40(C)

AVAIL 16F

Nemesis Arms Spratley Stalwart

COST 2,300¥

> The weapon has an oversized battery pack that lasts through nearly one hundred magazines. Nemesis has managed to take the power problem out of the equation for this weapon. > Marcos

> I have seen a few of these in Bogotá over the past six months or so. The corpo-

rate security teams carrying them seem to make way too much use of the full auto feature, but then you can get away with that when you’re not paying for your own ammo. > Hard Exit

> This thing is a beast to carry after a while. The battery pack and the extended magazine make it a bitch to lug around, and firing while prone is pretty much impossible. It is resistant to corrosion, though, like the ad says. > Black Mamba

NEMESIS ARMS PRAETORIAN The Praetorian is a heavy, sturdy weapon intended for users who want the option to make combat up close and personal on the right occasions. The weapon was originally produced for ceremonial duties by Nemesis Arms’ Custom Works Division, and after the successful completion of the contract, Nemesis’ Board decided to offer the Praetorian to legal purchasers worldwide. Nothing about the weapon is built for show. The blade is not just ceremonial, but capable of withstanding regular use as a melee weapon. It uses a heavily reinforced recoil operation to ensure reliability in hostile climates and after heavy use. The underbarrel blade can be modified with an array of different decorative etchings; please indicate your preference when ordering. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Bayonet (fixed), Melee Hardening, Smartlink

> This is a show piece, and a heavy showpiece at that. The ballistic performance

of the barrel is a little suspect, but it seems like they made it to be a shooting club. > Picador

> It is impressive looking to be sure, and since the weapon’s primary intent is to impress the locals enough to not bother the owner, impressive is good. > Hard Exit

> You want to see impressive; there is a viral video of a troll clubbing some Lone Star cops in Dallas with one of these. He managed to get away after taking down three cops and a drone. > Sunshine

NEMESIS ARM PRAETORIAN (HEAVY PISTOL) DAMAGE 5P

AP –1

MODE SA

RC 1

AMMO 12(C)

AVAIL 7R

COST 500¥

Nemesis Arms Praetorian

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SHIAWASE ARMS TSUNAMI The Tsunami is primarily a commercial product intended for users who desire a weapon for sport or home defense. The weapon features an extended tube magazine and a short stroke pump-action for skeetshooting and quail-hunting enthusiasts. The weapon is designed with several features encouraging safe storage at the owner’s home. Each unit comes with a removable trigger lock and a comprehensive safety manual. The Tsunami also possesses a tracking function built into the weapon’s hardware to ensure that stolen weapons can be quickly retrieved by law enforcement after a theft has been reported. These features have gained this shotgun a Recommended status from several law enforcement agencies worldwide. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Security RFID embedded

> The security features are easy enough to remove with a tag eraser, as the secu-

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shooting anyone who pokes their head up is the right way to go. At those times, this is not the weapon for you. Sticks >

DAMAGE 7P

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AP –1

MODE SA

RC —

AMMO 7(M)

Shiawase Arms Tsunami

AVAIL 4R

COST 500¥

rity RFID is not critical to the weapon’s operation. In fact, the weapon is free of electronics except for the chip. > Beaker

> Erasing the chip is helpful under some circumstances, but if you are using it

as a prop in an effort to impersonate certain security troops, I would suggest leaving it operational until you decide to go dark. Law enforcement can make random sweeps for the chip, and you’ll get their attention if you are carrying a weapon without it. > Fianchetto

> You’re too concerned with subtlety. There are times when kicking in the door and

SHIAWASE ARMS TYPE K2072 The K2072 is a new addition to Shiawase’s Fashion Line™ of accessories. The easily customizable appearance is controlled with the user’s PAN and has a two-tone contrast scheme included as standard. The caseless ammunition also eliminates the need for a standard ejection port and keeps the ammunition protected from unexpected environmental hazards such as an accidental submersion in a pool. The K2072 is a wonderful addition to any social climber’s ensemble and the perfect protection for those times a ne’er-do-well intrudes. The K2072 features StayGrip technology ensuring the user does not lose the weapon in a confused close-quarters situation. The weapon has a small magazine capacity, but it generally suffices for personal protection until law enforcement arrives. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Gecko Grip

SHIAWASE ARMS TYPE K2072 (HOLD-OUT PISTOL) DAMAGE 4P

AP —

MODE SA

RC —

AMMO 4(M)

AVAIL 3R

COST 475¥

> Fashionable, but far less useful than most entries in the hold-out category. It seems to be getting a following among wannabe jetsetters.

> Fianchetto > The weapon is intended to compete with the Fichetti Tiffany Needler, a weapon

designed more for show than true combat effectiveness. Recent sales numbers in Europe show the K2072 is gaining market share. The only question is, are people buying it as a replacement for the Needler or as just another fashion accessory? > Baka Dabora

> There are benefits to this little pistol, mostly centered on the caseless ammuni-

tion. A small weapon with minimal trace evidence left behind is always useful in the trade. > Riser

> That could be, but I get nervous about any weapon that advertises itself as something to help you out until the big boys arrive.

> /dev/grrl

Shiawase Arms Type K2072

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SHIAWASE ARMS COPERNICUS Originally designed to fulfill European military contracts, the Copernicus has been selected for use by Portugal and Spain for issue to select units of their armed forces. The Coperincus’ features include an underbarrel smartlink with a safe target system and an advanced safety. The weapon is capable of operating in a variety of different environments under standard combat conditions. The weapon has undergone extended trials in Desert Wars Gobi, and the design has been updated to reflect user suggestions. Shiawase’s dedication to producing reliable products is exemplified by the Copernicus’ continued excellence. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Advanced Safety System, Safe Target System, Smartlink

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AP –1

MODE SA

RC —

AMMO 14(C)

Shiawase Arms Copernicus

AVAIL 5R

COST 700¥

> There are a lot of issues with the weapon. It’s not nearly as reliable as the ad suggests. You’re better off with any model Predator than this.

> Riser > The weapons were issued to military police in Spain, and it looks like Shiawase donated the weapons so they could get a strong endorsement. The advanced features make them decent for urban operations, and the duration of their deployments limit exposure of the shortcomings. Glitch >

SHIAWASE ARMS CARP HUNTER The Carp Hunter was the launch item for Shiawase’s Stream™ firearm line. The weapon is intended for those who enjoy sport shooting with a longarm. The weapon’s enhanced ergonomic features are geared toward the recreational shooter and are not encumbered with the advanced electronic features common with a combat weapon. The Carp Hunter has been successfully introduced on the American, Asian, and European continents; we expect the weapon will be offered in Africa by the third quarter of this year. The weapon has several ergonomic features catering to the casual shootist. It has been equipped with a flash suppressor to keep the shooter’s vision clear. The composite frame reduced the weight enough to make it viable for government-sponsored youth marksmanship programs, while the shock-absorbing stock minimizes the unpleasant effect of recoil. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Reduced Weight, Shock Pad

> A civilian weapon all the way. Real professionals tend to prefer a weapon with more features or bigger rounds.

> Riser > The rifle’s polymer coating is resilient to most environmental conditions.

Unfortunately the bolt carrier assembly is susceptible to moisture and dust, and it requires frequent cleaning and lubrication. The designers spent more time on its appearance than its function. Beaker >

> As an intro piece to a product line, the Carp Hunter isn’t that bad. They used a number of the criticisms of it to help them design military-grade weapons.

> Black Mamba

SHIAWASE ARMS CARP HUNTER (SPORT RIFLE) DAMAGE 7P

AP –1

MODE SA

RC 1

AMMO 8(C)

AVAIL 4R

COST 970¥

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SHIAWASE ARMS RIOT GUARD The Riot Guard is intended for law enforcement and independent security forces engaged in operations against low- and medium-threat subjects. The weapon is a magazine-fed, gas-operated shotgun. The magazine is flush-mounted along the bottom of the weapon to allow a large magazine capacity without compromising the ability of the operator to gain the maximum use of cover. The weapon’s polymer case and frame have been reinforced to withstand rough use as an improvised melee weapon if an assailant gets too close to the operative. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Melee Hardening, Reduced Weight

> Low to medium threats—they’re not talking about shadowrunners, are they? > Clockwork

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> Hard Exit

DAMAGE 7P

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AP –1

MODE SA/BF

RC (1)

AMMO 15(C)

Shiawase Arms Riot Guard

AVAIL 10R

COST 2,300¥

> It depends on the exact situation, but low threats are generally considered

things like a group of SINless begging for food, or an angry parent yelling at a corporate-sponsored instructor. Medium threats are generally street gangs or unarmed runners. > Kay St. Irregular

> The Riot Guard is less likely to jam than earlier members of the Stream line, and the use of stronger alloys in the frame and the action has helped reliability.

SHIAWASE ARMS HEARTH PROTECTOR While the Hearth Protector is primarily intended for civilian users, it is a capable sidearm for agencies that prefer less complicated weapons for their security details. The weapon features an ergonomic, slender form to make prolonged concealed carrying comfortable. The light weight and limited recoil also makes the weapon a favorite for women and other demographics that lack the strength to handle a large caliber sidearm. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Advanced Safety Accessory, Reduced Weight

>The Hearth Protector is almost small enough to be considered a hold-out. The

SHIAWASE ARMS HEARTH PROTECTOR (LIGHT PISTOL)

> The weapon has received a few endorsements from law enforcement agencies

DAMAGE 4P

AP —

MODE SA

RC —

AMMO 7(C)

AVAIL 3R

COST 550¥

single stack magazine limits its effectiveness in a normal combat situation.

> Hard Exit > It’s a no-frills pistol with a pretty exterior. There is even a version where you can

change the color using your PAN. That costs an extra 150 nuyen. That’s certainly not enough for me to forgive them for that “women and other demographics that lack the strength” crack. > Kat o’ Nine Tales as a weapon for responsible homeowners. Amazing how the weapons that get those endorsements aren’t that effective. > Ecotope

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SHIAWASE ARMS LIGHT TACTICAL The Light Tactical is a flexible light pistol designed with feedback from law-enforcement agencies. Its polymer panels and alloy frame were designed to reduce the weapon’s weight and allow officers to carry the weapon for prolonged periods without discomfort. The weapon features a powered slide mount for numerous aftermarket accessories and is available in a number of common calibers to match existing stockpiles. The weapon ships with a number of inserts allowing an armorer to modify the grip to properly fit the user’s hand while also increasing the weapon’s efficiency. Standard Upgrades/ Accessories: Personalized Grip, Reduced Weight, Powered Slide Mount (Rating 1)

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AP —

MODE SA

RC 1

AMMO 16(C)

AVAIL 7R

Shiawase Arms Light Tactical

COST 1,050¥

> The personalized grips are a nice feature for those who prefer to double-tap their targets. The ability to use normal calibers is a nice touch as well, especially when compared to the Heavy Tactical and its high-powered requirements. > Picador

> It’s a decent basic pistol for those who expect to never use it, but without electronic upgrades it’s behind the curve for real shooters. Netcat >

> Coming from a person who can hack into a smartlink or add herself to a smart target system’s database with only her mind. A little self-serving there, don’t you think? > Clockwork

SHIAWASE ARMS HEAVY TACTICAL A sterling example of composite technology, the Heavy Tactical chambers Magnum® rounds while only weighing as much as our competitor’s small-caliber weapons. The weapon has excelled in numerous trials held by customers worldwide; it will not disappoint purchasers with its stopping power and armor-penetrating capability. The Heavy Tactical has been assembled with a number of features demanded by today’s military and mercenary operators, including a smartlink, safe-target systems, and a thermal suppressor to reduce the likelihood of the shooter being spotted in limited-visibility environments. The powered slide mount allows purchasers to modify the weapon to meet changing tactical situations at the expense of requiring a larger holster, also offered through Shiawase Arms. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Advanced Safety, High-Power Chambering, Powered Slide Mount (Rating 1), Reduced Weight, Safe Target System, Smartlink, Thermal Suppressor

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AP –2

MODE SA

RC —

AMMO 12(C)

AVAIL 17R

COST 2,800¥

> All this and wrist-breaking recoil too! While it looks nice on paper, I would prefer it if my squad mates can actually hit the target rather than make big holes in whatever is in the general vicinity. > Picador

>Shiawase Arms also offers personalized grips to help reduce some of the problem, but most of the inaccuracy cannot be helped because of the weapon’s weight and the choice to use over-powered ammunition. Black > Mamba

>In the reports I’ve read, the weapon has repeatedly failed the reliability portion of the trials they mention above. It’s a case of selective memory at its best.

>Hard Exit HIGH-POWER CHAMBERING (P. 156, WAR!)

This modification alters the chamber of the firearm to use larger high-power rounds (see below). A weapon with this modification can only fire high-power rounds. High-Power Chambering is incompatible with the hyper-velocity modification.

HIGH-POWER ROUNDS

High-Power Rounds use a more powerful (and more expensive) propellant than normal rounds. These rounds require a special chamber modification to the firearm. High-Power Rounds impose a –2 dice pool penalty when fired due to excess recoil.

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SHIAWASE ARMS POLICE RESPONSE The Police Response is a light sniper rifle intended for use where over-penetration is not a desirable result. The weapon is designed to help the shooter identify and eliminate rabble-rousers and hostagetakers in rapid succession when lethal force is required. The large magazine capacity ensures the operator can remain active during a suppression action, while the flexibility granted with the underbarrel rail system guarantees the user can play an active role in all scenarios. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Imaging Scope (Rating 1, Magnification), Reduced Weight

> The weapon has been used in suppressing food riots on more than one occasion.

SHIAWASE ARMS POLICE RESPONSE (SNIPER RIFLE)

> Nectcat

DAMAGE 7P

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AP –3

MODE SA

RC 1

AMMO 20(C)

AVAIL 12F

Shiawase Arms Police Response

COST 6,100¥

Some law-enforcement snipers are getting good at picking off the leaders as the water cannons get unleashed. > Plan 9

> Where do you get this from? I haven’t seen a reference to a food riot in years. > Clockwork > There are references to them if you dig deep enough; things are never truly erased in the Matrix.

SHIAWASE ARMS TACTICAL MODEL 71 The Tactical Model 71 is a compact weapon with many advanced features to facilitate its use in combat conditions. The Model 71 is constructed on lightweight polymer and alloys, just like all members of the Stream™ family. The weapon has a removable carrying handle, collapsible stock, and foregrip to allow the user the maximum number of carrying options. The integral smartgun link and associated Safe Target System eliminates most causes of friendly-fire incidents and permits more efficient use of firepower in close-quarter battle. The weapon has also been strengthened to withstand sudden shocks and blows, allowing the user to traverse difficult terrain without worrying about their weapon’s reliability. This ruggedness, along with the caseless ammunition and the electronic firing system, ensures the weapon is virtually environment proof. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Electronic Firing, Folding Stock, Foregrip, Melee Hardening, Reduced Weight, Safe Target System, Smartlink

SHIAWASE ARMS TACTICAL MODEL 71 (SMG) DAMAGE 5P

AP —

MODE BF/FA

RC 1 (3)

AMMO 25(C)

AVAIL 16F

COST 4,750¥

> I’ve seen a few of these in interesting hands here in Bogotá. The users seem pretty happy with the relative lack of maintenance they require, although I wonder how that will hold up once they get into the jungle. > Marcos

> I’ve had the opportunity to try one on a range. It’s hard to believe they can take so much physical abuse when my heavy pistol weighs about as much.

> Black Mamba > Waylund Security purchased a few for their FRT in an attempt to get better

contracts. They still have the same crappy contracts, but now their rent-a-cops have better gear. > Mr. Bonds

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SHIAWASE ARMS TACTICAL MODEL 69 The Model 69 is an anti-materiel rifle designed for prolonged field use. The lightweight construction allows a rifle team to carry the weapon for longer distances than competing designs, and its integrated electronics suite ensures that units can utilize the weapon as an intelligence asset as well. Shiawase Arms has developed a tactical commlink that utilizes the long length of the weapon’s housing to conceal a longrange antenna and the batteries required to run it for three days. The weapon is also fitted to accept a conventional telescopic sight, although the exact model must be selected and installed by the customer. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Bipod, Electronic Firing, Reduced Weight, Smartlink, Weapon Commlink

AP –3

MODE SA

RC (2)

AMMO 10(M)

AVAIL 18F

COST 23,500¥

> The rifle is light, but it’s still long enough to be difficult to carry for long periods

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to control a surveillance network while he performed a counter-sniper role.

> Mihoshi Oni > Electronics? We’re talking about electronics? This thing shoots 13mm caseless ammunition—try being under fire from one. Somebody chewed a hole through the side of my armored van with one of these fragging guns! Clockwork >

SHIAWASE ELECTRONICS FATAL LIGHT

SHIAWASE ARMS TACTICAL MODEL 69 (SNIPER RIFLE) DAMAGE 9P

> The integrated commlink is pretty capable. I worked with a rigger that used one

in difficult terrain, since it can catch on branches, undergrowth, and rubble. It puts huge holes in engine blocks though. > Picador

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Shiawase Electronics developed the Fatal Light commlink to serve not only as the central node of a soldier’s PAN but also as a source of intelligence for their commanders. The transmitter is capable of pushing the unit’s signal to receivers 40 kilometers away. The firewall has been upgraded to handle the threats presented by the modern battlefield. RESPONSE 5

SIGNAL 5

FIREWALL 5

SYSTEM 5

SHIAWASE ARMS TACTICAL MODEL 73 The Tactical Model 73 is a superb rifle designed to be integrated into a soldier’s sensor suite, such as Nemesis’ Mobile Warrior. The weapon is a bullpup, with the high-capacity, helical magazine located behind the trigger mechanism. The powered feed system ensures that all rounds enter the chamber flawlessly while the internal monitors eject any rounds that fail to fire and inform the operator if the weapon has become too hot to fire safely. The Model 73 features an ergonomic design with the advanced electronics the world’s militaries demand from a top-end rifle. The use of high-velocity ammunition assists a soldier in engaging targets across a range of different scenarios. Shiawase and Nemesis have proposed an upgrade path for the rifle that will encompass numerous improvements to the weapon over the next decade, ensuring it is the flagship of our Stream™ line for years to come. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Advanced Safety System, Electronic Firing, High Velocity, Reduced Weight, Smartlink

SHIAWASE ARMS TACTICAL MODEL 73 (ASSAULT RIFLE) DAMAGE 5P

AP —

MODE SA/BF/FA

RC 3

AMMO 100(C)

AVAIL 12F

COST 2,750¥

>The weapon is light, handy, and a dream to shoot. What I don’t understand is why the first version is using such small-caliber rounds. Beaker >

> Shiawase Arms has already released their upgrade path for the weapon system.

Most of it is based on the electronics and not the weapon itself. A new largercaliber model, the 75, has been announced. It’s supposed to start trials in Desert Wars next year. > Riser

> Supplying a weapon like this in the jungle is a real pain. Shooters almost seem

addicted to the noise of the long bursts, and carrying enough ammo to last more than a fight or two is almost impossible. > Marcos

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ONOTARI ARMS DEATHDEALER™ AMMUNITION MK I Onotari Arms is pleased to announce the release of the first practical self-guided small-arms ammunition. The Deathdealer™ ammunition is now available to purchasers with a valid End User Certificate. The rounds are guided by heavily miniaturized thermographic seekers and maneuver with pop-out micro fins. This allows the round to subtly correct the round’s trajectory closer to the center of mass of the largest heat signature in the seeker’s field of view. While current technology is incapable of directing a round around protective cover in the comparatively short distances typical of small arms engagements, the Deathdealer™ increases the efficiency of security forces armed with them and minimizes the number of stray rounds fired in any given scenario. Deathdealer™ ammunition is available in a number of different calibers; please contact your Sales Representative to determine availability. Due to high demand, Onotari Arms cannot offer these rounds under the Instant Arms™ delivery program.

> Holy shit! Do these actually work? If so, I so need a few thousand rounds. The indigs will never know what hit them. > Picador > They work, in a limited way. The fins can move the bullet from an arm to the shoulder, but not much more than that. If you are a long-range headshot kind of guy, you might find more rounds landing in the upper torso.

> Beaker > I have a half-dozen of my regulars begging for every round I can get, and it’s not easy. So far I’ve managed two pistol magazine’s worth, and the cost is staggering. Street price is almost one hundred nuyen a round for the pistol rounds, and just forget about getting assault rifle rounds in a reasonable amount of time. > Red Anya

> I know someone who tried to hijack a truckload near Ankara last week. S-K finished killing off his relatives yesterday. They are coming down hard on anybody who tries to get this on the black market. Be careful, Red.

> Am-Mut > There is already mention of a Mk II, but they seem to be having problems with it. The increased accuracy is reducing the mass of the round so much that it is limiting the amount of kinetic energy transferred to the target. Beaker >

> Notice there aren’t any of these rounds made for machine guns and anti-materiel rifles? I figured the larger-caliber rounds would be better suited for this type of thing. > Sticks > Dragons always keep something for themselves. S-K is likely keeping those for internal use. > DangerSensei Deathdealer Ammunition Mk I The Deathdealer round confers a +1 dice pool modifier to ranged combat tests. The shooter still must have a line-of-sight to their target, as the round is incapable of sharp turns or other radical movement to engage unseen targets. This modifier is negated if the target is within the effective range of an area jammer (p. 329, SR4A) as the jammer interferes with the round’s guidance package. If the ammunition is fired as part of a burst or full auto attack, the entire burst must consist of the guided ammunition or the benefit is lost. The Deathdealer round is available for Heavy Pistols, SMGs, Assault Rifles, and Battle Rifles. AMMUNITION, PER 10 SHOTS

DAMAGE MODIFIER

AP MODIFIER

ARMOR USED

AVAIL

COST

DEATHDEALER





BALLISTIC

16F

450¥

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ONOTARI ARMS ASSAULT LASER Onotari has developed its first man-portable laser weapon. The Assault Laser is capable of sustained fire against normal battlefield targets, with the integral smartlink ensuring accuracy. The laser penetrates most armor easily and allows the operator to perform double duty as an anti-vehicle specialist. The weapon can draw power from high-power cells, a backpack-mounted battery, or a vehicle-mounted generator. Onotari can fulfill orders immediately after the purchaser’s credit application has been approved. Standard upgrades/Accessories: Smartlink

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DAMAGE

AP

MODE

RC

6P

–HALF

SA



AMMO 2 X 5 (C) OR EXTERNAL

Onotari Arms Assault Laser

AVAIL

COST

16F

13,000¥

> The weapon has a lower energy output than the Ares version, but a laser still makes armor nearly worthless.

> Beaker > Anybody know why the Dragon is charging more for this than Ares is charging for theirs?

> Mr. Bonds > Basically they are easier to get. S-K doesn’t check the credentials of purchasers

as carefully as Ares does, which raises demand, which basic economics tells you raises the price. > Black Mamba

ONOTARI ARMS ROOM SWEEPER The Room Sweeper is a short-barreled assault rifle designed to utilize a number of the latest developments in materials and combat technology. The rifle fires the same caseless munitions as the G12, allowing users of the former weapon an upgrade path to new technology. The rifle uses a high-capacity battery to power the weapon’s accessories. Standard Upgrade/Accessories: Electric Firing, Safe Target System, Smartlink

ONOTARI ARMS ROOM SWEEPER (ASSAULT RIFLE) DAMAGE 6P

AP –1

MODE SA/BF/FA

RC 1

AMMO 32(C)

AVAIL 10F

COST 2,100¥

> A few of these show up in the Puyallup Shadow Market almost every week. It seems like the dragon wants to make sure there are enough in the shadows to create plausible deniability if they’re used in crimes or atrocities. > Plan 9

> I doubt Lofwyr would notice or care about six assault rifles a week. Although the

funny thing is that it always seems to be six, exactly six, every week. Anybody know about a lost shipment? Beaker >

> Europort lost a shipment from Onotari about a month ago. The exact contents

were not announced, and the subject dropped from the news feeds almost immediately. > Red Anya

> A number of them have turned up in Cape Town with some of the smaller

mercenary units. I didn’t know they had a connection with the dragon; I wonder if they’ll taste good with ketchup. > Black Mamba

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ONOTARI ARMS VIOLATOR The Violator is a large-caliber pistol designed to take advantage of modern materials and integrated electronics to produce a top-of-theline sidearm for today’s shooter. The weapon utilizes caseless ammunition to minimize the number of moving parts and enhance reliability. Onotari continues to produce the weapon in a number of different calibers to match to the preferences of modern shooters. The pistol has a delayed recoil system, allowing for tight shot groups and consistently repeatable performance. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Advanced Safety, Safe Target System, Smartlink

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AP –1

MODE SA

RC 1

Onotari Arms Violator

AMMO 10(C)

AVAIL 7R

COST 500¥

> Onotari’s latest line of heavy pistols has a rather small magazine compared to

the competition. If you don’t know how to maximize the use of every bullet, you had better pick something else. > Riser

> If you’re good enough to afford this kind of hardware, you’re good enough to not need extra bullets. Kane >

> All the electronics pushed onto the barrel makes it slightly front-heavy. Not a big deal for most of you, but something to be aware of for the smaller ones among us. > Beaker

ONOTARI ARMS STEADFAST The Steadfast is Onotari’s first move into the North American market for less-expensive firearms. The Steadfast is a large-caliber handgun with a single-stack magazine. This configuration is perfect for shooters with smaller hands and builds, allowing any member of the family to serve as the protector. The weapon has been heavily reinforced to eliminate the possibility of accidental discharge due to dropping or other mishandling. Standard Upgrades Accessories: Melee Hardening

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AP –1

MODE SA

RC —

AMMO 8(C)

AVAIL 3R

COST 350¥

> There is a story on Horizon’s newsfeed about a housewife that used one of these

to defend her family against a gang attack in Tacoma. Apparently she shot the first guy, dropped the pistol, picked it up, and started shooting again. She got three of them. > Sunshine

> Tells you what Horizon knows. The “gangers” were ork children that lived next

door, and they cut across her lawn. Knight Errant has been posting that story for a week to show humans can take their neighborhoods back. Humanist drek. > Bull

> Onotari has sold a few cases to MET2000. It might be the first step in a publicity campaign, or a try at getting a Desert Wars endorsement.

> Red Anya

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ONOTARI ARMS SECURITY SPECIAL The Security Special is an advanced automatic pistol intended for security and law-enforcement personnel. The pistol’s electronic suite includes a smartgun system with an ammunition skip and a safe target system to help in confused close-quarter incidents. This integrated system ensures the user has maximum flexibility and the knowledge every shot will go where it needs to be, when it needs to be there. The Lone Star has endorsed this weapon as an alternate concealed carry weapon for their undercover detectives. The Security Special has also been adopted by numerous private companies upgrading from designs initially offered two decades ago. This is the weapon the pros use—why would you choose an inferior competitor? Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Ammo Skip System, Safe Target System, Smartlink

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AP —

MODE SA

RC —

AMMO 11(C)

Onotari Arms Security Special

AVAIL 7R

COST 625¥

> I have no idea which professionals use this weapon, but I would like the chance

to go up against them. There are a half-dozen or more heavy pistols with more ammunition capacity and similar electronics that cost a lot less. I prefer unarmed opponents. > Riser

> The weapon is not designed for Special Forces or operative teams. The intended

customer base is mall cops and similar minimum-wage weapon carriers. Compared to the Fichetti model most of those types carry, the Security Special is a much more advanced weapon. > DangerSensei

> I saw a cop in Denver use this during a BTL bust in the UCAS sector. She shot

around her teammates and rarely seemed to miss. It was an interesting show of current police tactics—until the last couple of gangers started shooting APDS. Lone Star’s tactics then became spray and pray. > Traveler Jones

ONOTARI ARMS SIERRA LIBRA The Sierra Libra is a large-caliber rifle intended for hunting and competition shooting. The weapon’s gas-piston mechanism is designed to improve recoil suppression and ensure reliable functioning when on safari or otherwise away from a safe environment where the weapon can be cleaned. The weapon’s internal magazine is sealed against dust and moisture to help the ammunition stay clean to ensure the weapon functions whenever the operator desires. The Sierra Libra’s ergonomic features are designed to allow shooters to quickly follow up initial shots with a folding adjustable stock and foregrip. The weapon’s upper receiver has been drilled to accept a number of commercially available sighting aids, with the Damascus™ line being particularly popular. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Folding Stock, Foregrip

> It’s a red dot sight. They aren’t very common anymore since the smartlink has

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> Kane

DAMAGE 7P

AP –1

MODE SS

RC 1(3)

AMMO 7(M)

AVAIL 6R

COST 1,000¥

> So what scope is in the illustration? I hate it when I buy something that doesn’t match the picture. Riser >

largely replaced them, but some older shooters prefer them. You see them in turn-of-the-century flatscreen vids all the time. > Beaker

> The folding stock is a nice touch when you are stowing the weapon in a vehicle. It fits in a spot that would normally fit a submachine gun. Am-Mut >

> For some reason I doubt anyone on this network would use it for sport shooting. > Kat o’ Nine Tails > It all depends what you call sport. I like shooting swimmers from ships I sink; it makes the prisoners less argumentative.

RED DOT SIGHT

VINTAGE ELECTRONIC SIGHTING AID MOUNT AVAILABILITY COST TOP 3 200 The red dot sight is a precursor to the modern smartlink system. It was frequently added to military rifles at the beginning of the century but was supplanted by modern aiming aids as technology progressed. The sight provides a +1 dice pool modifier. The red dot sight cannot be combined with a laser sight, imaging sight, or smartlink.

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ONOTARI ARMS RHINO HUNTER The Rhino Hunter is designed for the metahuman sportsman. The weapon is chambered to handle high-powered rounds that provide the stopping power hunting Awakened species requires. The weapon’s ergonomics have been designed for use by larger metahuman species that tend to handle the weapon’s recoil with more grace than smaller races. The weapon has proven popular with expeditions originating from Cape Town and also those that hunt near Nairobi and Mombasa. Onotari Arms has carefully calibrated the magnification scope with the weapon to ensure accurate long-range performance. The Damascus T-641™ is manufactured exclusively for the Rhino Hunter and calibrated for all manufacturer-approved ammunition. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: High-Powered Chambering, Imaging Scope (Rating 1, magnification), Metahuman Adaptation

> I just hope the Spikes never get a hold of any of these. The idea of them getting

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> It is a bad thing. If we start shooting people that live aboveground, they’ll seal

DAMAGE 9P

AP –3

MODE RC AMMO AVAIL COST SS 2 7 (M) 8R 5,500¥ Note: High-Power Chambering is already figured into the stats.

semi-legal assault cannons is just too terrifying for anyone who drives in Seattle.

> Turbo Bunny >That’s no joke. I know a troll who stopped using a Barret sniper rifle in favor of one of these. He claims it’s better at solving the devil rat problem.

> Aufheben > Seattle Metroplex Guard just seized a shipment of these coming in from

Portland. They had a tip that the rifles were heading to the Ork Underground. I guess they figured letting the residents arm up before Proposition 23 is voted on was a bad thing. >Glitch us in and pump in nerve gas. The bummer is that since we’re all SINless, technically that wouldn’t be a crime. > Bull

> Hmm, I wonder how much the Metroplex Guard would pay for a shipment of VX? > Black Mamba

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ONOTARI ARMS PUNISHER The Punisher is a lightweight assault rifle that has proven successful in the Arabian Caliphate as a replacement for earlier Russian-made weapons. The rifle’s ergonomic features make it popular with soldiers that have to carry the weapon for long periods, and it also eases the training of new recruits, as there are fewer awkward positions required by the firer in learning how to shoot. The rifle’s integrated low-light vision capabilities help military organizations limit the amount of equipment a soldier must carry. Onotari Arms offers virtual training options that can be attached to the sight, reducing the amount of expensive ammunition a soldier must fire to retain proficiency while also reducing the amount of maintenance the weapon must receive. Standard Upgrade/Accessories: Imaging Scope (Low-Light, Vision Enhancement Rating 2)

> The ad failed to mention that the gun’s polymer furniture is available in differ-

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ting seized? It’s almost like someone is trying to interfere with his clandestine operations. > Plan 9

DAMAGE 6P

AP –1

MODE SA/FA

RC 1

AMMO 32(C)

AVAIL 5R

COST 1,000¥

ent colors, depending on the user’s preference.

> Beaker > I ran into some jokers using them with an arctic camouflage pattern last week. For some reason they though white would blend in the jungle. I hope the quartermaster at least got a discount. > Hard Exit

> A crate of these was seized being smuggled through Dubai three days ago. I

haven’t been able to learn much, but an arrest was made of somebody named Gregori with no last name given. Is the Vory smuggling for the dragon? > Glitch

> Did you ever wonder why so many of the dragon’s weapon shipments are get-

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ONOTARI ARMS KALI The Kali is Onotari’s newest addition to the arsenals of paramilitary forces worldwide. The weapon features a robust action, ensuring the weapon can fire no matter how roughly it has been handled by its operator or how long it has been since it was cleaned. Derived from some of the most reliable weapons of the last century, the Kali’s frame has been reinforced and encased in advanced polymers to withstand the damage modern combat can inflict. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Melee Hardening

ONOTARI ARMS KALI (ASSAULT RIFLE) DAMAGE 6P

42

AP –1

MODE SA/BF/FA

Onotari Arms Kali

RC AMMO AVAIL COST — 32 (C) 4R 700¥ Note: This weapon uses the SMG Range Table

> “Withstand impact” is not an exaggeration. I saw a yokel pick one up after its owner was killed by a mortar blast. He was up and shooting in under five seconds. They definitely built a tough one. > Picador

> They can take a beating, but accuracy suffers horribly. Try making a decent long

range shot with one—the action has enough give to make accuracy past 150 meters almost impossible. Marcos >

> This is really market competition for the AK-97 Carbine. It’s tougher than the rifles it was derived from. I think Kalashnikov would be proud.

> Red Anya

JP-K49 The JP-K49 is a recent design that has been fielded by United Nations peacekeepers in Poland. Members of the force were issued prototypes of the rifle, and their feedback proved exceptional to the weapon’s final design. The JK-K49’s distinctive styling is heralded by many of its users who strongly contend that intimidation is an important part of the peacekeeping mission. The weapon is manufactured with an integral optical sight and multiple recoil reduction features. The weapon has been optimized for long-range engagements and armor-piercing ammunition. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Imaging Sight (Vision Enhancement Rating 1, magnification, low-light), Shock Pad

> I saw a few of these on a boat owned by the Philippine navy. It’s too bad I didn’t

JP-K49 (BATTLE RIFLE)

cases meant to ship through Europort three weeks ago. The shipment never made it to Reykjavik. Was anyone here responsible? If so, you owe me. > Red Anya

DAMAGE 7P

AP –1

MODE SA

RC 1 (2)

AMMO 25(C)

AVAIL 5R

COST 3,400¥

have a chance to grab one before Pedro set off the scuttling charge. I barely made it back to the boat before she went under. > Kane

> Sounds like Pedro was trying to get a promotion. > Hard Exit > That’s okay, I sent him back after the rifles. He never came back up. > Kane > Back on subject now. Hastings Guardians, a small merc unit, bought several

> Only if you catch me. > Slamm-0!

JP-K49

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L-493 The L-493 was originally commissioned by Greece to arm their minotaur conscripts with a weapon that would fit their stature and fully utilize their impressive physique. The L-493 is heavily constructed to withstand usage by strong operators, although advanced composites have reduced the weight enough so that the weapon can be wielded by smaller users. The L-493 is constructed with an imaging sight that provides enhancement while also connecting to the operator’s PAN. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Imaging Sight (Rating 1, Image Link), Melee Hardening, Metahuman Customization, Reduced Weight

> There is a trideo of a minotaur squad going through close-combat training with

L-493 (BATTLE RIFLE)

than hell, but judging from the rest of his friends it might have been his normal disposition. I thing Humanis members might want to be a little more careful in the near future. > Turbo Bunny

DAMAGE 7P

AP –1

MODE SA/BF

RC —

AMMO 25(C)

AVAIL 5R

COST 4,800¥

these. They broke almost every dummy on the course and then went to shoot qualification. They were fairly impressive for a bunch of conscripts. > Picador

> The burst fire option is fairly effective with someone large holding the gun. I watched a troll tear up a gang in Lagos with one. Too bad she picked the wrong place to sleep the next night, or I might have hired her. > Traveler Jones

> I saw a few of these in the Shadow Market last night. The buyer looked angrier

> Is there a version with the high-powered chamber upgrade? I could see this making a good door opener for a gent I know.

> Kat O’ Nine Tails > Read further > Fastjack

44

L-493

ONOTARI URBAN HUNTER The Urban Hunter is Onotari Arms’ ultimate expression of a high-powered small arm. The rifle is designed to be a versatile weapon for all manner of military and security forces, with extensive testing conducted by teams protecting pipelines through Kurdistan and Iraq. The weapon utilizes caseless ammunition technology to help reduce the recoil generated by the Dragonfire™ rounds. The weapon also features a laser sight as an aiming aid and has attaching points for more advanced electronic options. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Electronic Firing, Heavy Barrel, High-Powered Chamber, Laser Sight

> This hits almost as hard as an assault cannon and is burst-fire capable. I have

ONOTARI URBAN HUNTER (BATTLE RIFLE)

> Handing out paydata for free? Since when did you do charity work? > Netcat

DAMAGE 9P

AP –3

MODE RC AMMO AVAIL COST SA/BF 1 25(C) 14F 6,250¥ Note: High-Power Chambering is already figured into the stats.

no idea who thought developing this was a good idea, but I’d like to take them out behind a shed somewhere. Then I’d like to do the same to whoever sold one to a skip I was tracking last month. > Sticks

> The lead developer was Burnt Gustafson; his last known address was in Bonn, AGS. It is listed as Saeder-Krupp property, so you might want to bring friends. Or just send a nice postcard. > Slamm-0!

> You should try this with anti-vehicle rounds. It’ll put holes through a Devil Rat APC without a problem. > Black Mamba

Onotari Urban Hunter

45

the mom & pops

Gun H(e)aven 2

This is where I dumped the small manufacturer’s weapons. I managed to get the catalog descriptions from Cavalier on some of their latest gear. I also skimmed through some advertisements from third-party manufacturers who are trying to make something besides Ares knock-offs. The last entry is something Riser sent me a scan of from the Redmond Barrens. Enjoy and try not to poke an eye out. —Glitch

> Cavalier Arms is primarily distributed through North Am for those of you interested in their stuff, but a couple of these are made by an outfit in Euskal Herria. So there is European availability for those of you who operate in that region.

> Red Anya > You’re advertising in the download now? Really? Next you’ll be taking out ads in the Ares Security Catalog. > /dev/grrl > Everyone criticizes an entrepreneur until they make an impact. I deal in weapons, which means I provide others the tools to make impacts regularly. But Ares doesn’t like how I give bulk discounts, so a partnership may not be in the works.

> Red Anya

46

> Bulk discounts? Can I place an order for special delivery? I need as much explosive ammo as I can get my hands on. The jungle is murder on fuses. > Aufheben Onotari Urban Hunter

CAVALIER ARMS LANCER Cavalier has released the Lancer to law enforcement agencies in North America as the ultimate breaching tool. The Lancer is a semiautomatic shogun with an underbarrel grenade launcher. The weapon’s accessories are designed to give the police operative the maximum number of options possible. The weapon is equipped with a bipod to help users maintain accuracy when using solid or specialty ammunition. The weapon’s structure is reinforced to withstand the shock of sudden impacts and fragments from breaching charges. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Bipod, Melee Hardening

> I don’t understand why they went with a tube magazine for the shotgun. Other

CAVALIER ARMS LANCER (SHOTGUN/GRENADE LAUNCHER)

> I prefer flechette or plain old HE. If I am using a shotgun, I am looking to kill

DAMAGE AP 7P –1 GRENADE LAUNCHER GRENADE —

MODE SA

RC (2)

AMMO 8 (M)

AVAIL 9R

COST 1,250¥

SS



1 (M)





options would have allowed the shooter a chance to reload in action.

> Slamm-0! > Police actions tend to be short raids rather than prolonged shootouts. Also, the

close-quarter nature of a raid usually means the cop transitions to a handgun rather than reload. The more interesting question is whether the grenade launcher should be CS or flash-bang. > Black Mamba someone, not take them prisoner. A taser or a Squirt is better for hostage taking. > Marcos

> Here I thought Riser was the bloody-minded one. > Am-mut

Cavalier Arms Lancer

47

Gun H(e)aven 2

CAVALIER ARMS SHERIFF The Sheriff is the latest large-bore revolver released by Cavalier Arms. The weapon utilizes a larger caliber round than the Deputy, trading rate of fire for harder-hitting rounds. After extensive user testing, the revolver has been reinforced with high-strength steel alloys to help maintain reliability with the high-powered ammunition. Cavalier does not recommend the use of experimental explosive ammunition with the Sheriff due to unpredictable effects at flight terminus. The weapon’s electronics were designed for integration with an operator’s PAN. Its triggerless design ensures the weapon can only be activated by its intended user, while the lanyard loop ensures the weapon never falls too far from the user’s body. The smartlink helps mitigate the recoil’s effect on accuracy and allows the weapon to serve as a sensor in a tactical network. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: High-Powered Chamber, Melee Hardening, Smartlink, Trigger Removal

> I’ve seen demos of high-powered explosive ammunition; it works fine. Cavalier

CAVALIER ARMS SHERIFF (HEAVY PISTOL)

one of these. The extra features that come with the deluxe download show them firing bullets through steel plating. > Slamm-0!

DAMAGE 8P

AP –4

MODE RC AMMO AVAIL COST SS — 5(CY) 7R 500¥ Note: High-Power Chambering is already figured into the stats.

was concerned with the round exiting the target before detonation at close range. It’s only happened twice to me so far, and at that point it really doesn’t matter to the target if the explosive went off. > Hard Exit

> I found it too hard to control. The thing would hit me in the face if I wasn’t careful. > Turbo Bunny

> There are reasons these are meant for larger users. The weapon’s recoil is

enough to disrupt the shooter no matter what modifications you do to the weapon. > Red Anya

> Have you seen Harry Filth? It’s a low-budget trid, but the title character carries

> Amateur. Real combat scenarios depend on you being able to hit the target first—damage and penetration is secondary.

> Hard Exit

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Cavalier Arms Sheriff

CAVALIER ARMS DRAGOON The Dragoon is the first purpose-designed small-caliber automatic pistol intended for larger metahumans. The Dragoon’s ergonomics are designed to match the hands of trolls and orks to a greater degree than traditional firearms. The individual finger cuts are spaced so they match an average trolls’ fingers. The weapon’s action has been finely machined, with each pistol required to pass over a hundred quality checks prior to being authorized for sale. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Metahuman Customization

CAVALIER ARMS DRAGOON (LIGHT PISTOL) DAMAGE 4P

AP —

MODE SA

RC —

AMMO 28(C)

AVAIL 5R

COST 575¥

> I have a hard time understanding why they have spent so much time and effort

on a light pistol design. Most of the trolls I know prefer something with more stopping power, since if they are going to carry it, it might as well be worth it. > Riser

> Their financial statement indicated the Dragoon was originally a proof-ofconcept design that proved good enough to introduce on the market. Expect a heavier version within the next year or two. > Mr. Bonds

> A shipment of these was provided to Greece for their minotaur troops to use

for evaluations. I have no idea how many were issued, but a number have been seen on the streets of Athens in the past month. > Fianchetto

> There have been a few retrieved in a Vory-related shooting this week. They were primarily carried by the victims, though. I wonder if there are any connections.

> Glitch

Cavalier Arms Dragoon

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Gun H(e)aven 2

BROWNING MEGA-POWER The Mega-Power is Browning’s latest offering. The pistol is larger than earlier designs and has advanced electronics integrated into the weapon’s design, including a smartlink, advanced safety, and safe targeting system. Browning intends to market the pistol internationally next year; European customers, however, can order the weapon now for immediate delivery. Contact your local retailer to determine availability. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Smartlink, Safe Target System, Advanced Safety

BROWNING MEGA-POWER (HEAVY PISTOL) DAMAGE 5P

AP –1

MODE SA

RC —

AMMO 15(C)

AVAIL 5R

COST 550¥

> There hasn’t been too much interest is this pistol thus far. There are rumors the

weapon has some kind of tracking software installed, but I haven’t found any evidence of that. > Glitch

> It’s there, hidden in the smartlink’s wind-speed monitoring software. It records the GPS location of every round fired in a text file. I haven’t found how it is supposed to be transmitted yet, but I got rid of the pistol as soon as I could once I learned what was going on. > Beaker

> I find it interesting Browning would introduce this software into their most advanced pistol. Is there any reason a customer would want that recorded?

> Turbo Bunny > The Turks have purchased a full lot for their anti-terrorist teams. I have no idea if the shooters are aware of the tracker, but it definitely lets the higher ups track their usage when the weapon is returned for maintenance. > Plan 9

50

Browning Mega-Power

MARLIN M-58 Marlin is pleased to announce the release of the M-58 rifle. Intended for sporting use across the globe, the M-58 is capable of bringing down small- and medium-sized game animals. The weapon’s semi-automatic operation has been carefully designed to ensure accuracy for shooters of all sizes and metatypes. The M-58 is available in a number of different finishes and calibers, allowing the purchaser to select the option that best suits their purpose. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Imaging Scope (Vision Enhancement, Rating 2)

> There really isn’t anything special about this rifle. Let me guess—Fianchetto or

MARLIN M-58 (SPORTING RIFLE)

> That’s not how Riser rolls anymore. His last two jobs made the newsfeeds even

DAMAGE 7P

AP –1

MODE SA

RC —

AMMO 7(M)

AVAIL 4R

COST 1,400¥

another one of the “blend-in” types asked you to post this rifle. You need to get a pair, Glitch. > Riser

> Running isn’t always about making the biggest holes in the opposition.

Sometimes minimizing casualties is the way to avoid a grudge, or having a run put up against you. DangerSensei > if he didn’t. He might be losing his edge. Or his mind.

> Sunshine > That’s good, coming from the Horizon wageslave. Why don’t you go run back to your boss and submit your latest opinion poll answers? Riser >

Marlin M-58

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Gun H(e)aven 2

CHARTER ARMS CURSE The Curse is a uniquely designed assault cannon intended to support small military teams on short-duration missions. The weapon has a long stroke action to help users minimize the effect of recoil. The weapon’s large magazine capacity allows the user to provide effective fire on point targets while the rest of the team maneuvers to take the target by enfilade. Charter Arms has also installed a low-light vision aid, allowing the weapon to function as a node in the team’s tacnet and ensuring successful operations in all environmental conditions. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Imaging Scope (low-light)

> I don’t understand why they spent so much time on recoil reduction. The action

CHARTER ARMS CURSE (ASSAULT CANNON)

> The rounds use less propellant than normal. That reduces the weapon’s range

DAMAGE 9P

AP –4

MODE SS

RC AMMO AVAIL COST 1 20(C) 24F 7,500¥ Note: The Curse uses the Sporting Rifle ranges.

cycles so slowly it hardly matters. It’s part of the reason my team went with the Ares Vigorous. > Picador

> I saw one mounted on a Steel Lynx drone in Rome last month. It took care of the street sam that jumped in front of it. The magazine capacity seems to make it better for drone installations. Fianchetto > considerably compared to other models of assault cannon, but it allows for a larger magazine capacity. > Black Mamba

> The gal I saw running around with one down here didn’t last too long. Although

the reduced range wasn’t an issue for the operations she undertook, the attention she earned was less beneficial to her survival. > Hard Exit

52

Charter Arms Curse

TYPE 84B The original Type 84 was a knockoff of the 20th century HK-5K. The Type 84B update was initially offered on the market almost fifteen years ago and remains in production. The weapon’s barrel is now longer than its predecessor and features similar recoil-reducing technology. The Chengdu-based manufacturer can arrange delivery anywhere in the world via suborbital charter. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Foregrip

TYPE 84B (SUBMACHINE GUN) DAMAGE 5P

AP —

MODE SA/BF/FA

RC (1)

AMMO 20(C)

AVAIL 4R

COST 400¥

> The manufacturer allegedly has ties with Baihu Technologies, but no one has been able to connect all the dots. This weapon violates at least seven different patents, but with the Sichuan military as one of the primary customers it won’t get shut down. > Mr. Bonds

> Actually the factory’s management team has gone through a couple of complete

changes in the past decade. The last one mysteriously disappeared after leaving for a mountain retreat. It seems that local military units weren’t getting their kickbacks. > Glitch

> I thought the Johnson was more careful than that. I guess there’s some more cleaning up to do.

> Ma’Fan > The weapon is nothing special, but it is helpful when you want to have a weapon North American law enforcement won’t recognize.

> Sticks

Type 84B

53

Gun H(e)aven 2

CZ-64 The Cz-64’s design is nearly twenty years old, but is has benefited from a recent surge in sales. The weapon is now standard issue with the Turkish military and intelligence agencies and has been extensively exported to third-party dealers over the past few years. The manufacturer has dedicated quality-control techniques intended to ensure each weapon is much better than standard mass-production weaponry. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Laser Sight

CZ-64 (HEAVY PISTOL) DAMAGE 5P

AP –1

MODE SA

RC 1

AMMO 14(C)

AVAIL 6R

COST 350¥

> The factory is just outside of Prague, with shipments normally routed through

Hungary so the corps can arrange transport to legal customers. Right now it appears Aztechnology has the forwarding contract for Turkey. > Beaker

> The third-party distributors are hard to track down, but the rewards are worth

it if you can get a hold of a shipment. The demand for quality weapons is neverending—if I can get another five or six shipments into Bogotá, I can retire. Marcos >

> The last shipment I was tracking was hijacked while en route to Cairo. It disappeared just before it was supposed to go through the Straits of Gibraltar.

> Am-Mut > You need to be more proactive. They sold for good money in Caracas. > Kane

54

Cz-64

KRIME CANNON The Krime Cannon is a man-portable support weapon intended to provide cover fire and engage point targets in conjunction with the squad’s machine gunner. The Krime is capable of accepting a wide array of attachments ensuring the user is able to customize the weapon as needed. Intended for large users, the Krime Cannon is easily modified for smaller users with the attachment of a gyroscopic support. The manufacturer is capable of shipping anywhere in the world from their European factory and will provide virtual technical support to any registered purchaser for five years. Krime will also provide refurbishment services to users for a reasonable fee provided a maintenance agreement is signed. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Foregrip, Metahuman Customization

KRIME CANNON (ASSAULT CANNON) DAMAGE 10P

AP –5

MODE SA

RC (1)

AMMO 6(M)

AVAIL 20F

COST 4,400¥

> This weapon is a bare-bones model in every way. I almost think the reason they

customized it for larger races was it was cheaper to do that then provide real recoil compensation. > Sticks

> The weapon seems to have a decent production pace, but finding where they go is a challenge. Nothing is listed in their tax filings, and Euskal Herria has rather lax enforcement of international weapon-exporting laws. > Mr. Bonds

> The magazine capacity is limited, but the people that carry it tend to be able

to carry enough magazines that it isn’t an issue. I saw a troll in Berlin carrying a dozen strapped to the front of his armor vest. It was a sight straight from a low-budget action trid. > Fianchetto

> Try firing one of these sometime. I’m not sure an average user can shoot it with any reasonable chance of hitting the target.

> Picador

Krime Cannon

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Gun H(e)aven 2

KRIME STOPPER The Krime Stopper is intended to provide larger species a reliable defensive weapon. The Stopper fires shotgun shells rather than standard pistol ammunition. The weapon has been proven superior to its direct competition in several competitions held in Brussels and Innsbruck, and it features a pump action to chamber a reserve round and immediately available ammunition to reload the weapon if needed. Standard Upgrade/Accessories: Metahuman Adaptation

KRIME STOPPER (LIGHT PISTOL) DAMAGE 7P

AP –1

MODE SS

RC —

AMMO 2(M)

AVAIL 11R

COST 900¥

> The pistol has nasty recoil for anyone too small to handle it. The pump action is a bitch too. I have no idea why a niche manufacturer would decide to go all equal rights with their only products, but I have no intention of letting anyone in my unit buy one. Picador >

> When you dig deeper into their nexus, you find a number of manufacturing

plans for older Ares models. They are a knock-off shop. I think they are the source of those early-model Predators flooding Eastern Turkey. > Netcat

56

Krime Stopper

> So much for Glitch’s attempt at an Ares-free catalog. > Slamm-0! > The Krime Stopper is pretty good at what it is intended to do. I know a shop

owner in Puyallup who took care of an Ancient “insurance salesman.” It was a spectacular show—until the adjusters showed up to reclaim their fellow employee. > Traveler Jones

> What’s with that ridiculous ammo clip attached to the pump? It has to get in the way anytime you try to use it.

> Beaker > It’s what happens when you let the industrial artist get too much control over the production process. Riser >

BARRENS SPECIAL The Barrens Special is not made by any recognized manufacturer, but there have been a number of similar weapons collected by Knight Errant SWAT operations over the past month. The weapon is a smallcaliber revolver with an attached blade, allowing the user to continue to fight after their ammunition has been expended. The majority of these weapons have appeared in the hands of juvenile offenders and completely destitute squatters. Forensics has identified a number of consistent tooling marks on the weapon’s parts, leading to the assumption that a street-level manufacturer is producing these weapons in the Seattle area. If the facility is found, retrieval of sales records will be crucial in locating all of the weapons, as they lack the mandatory RFID chips included in all legally produced weapons. The manufacturer is currently wanted for tax evasion, operating without a business license, manufacture of an illegal firearm, and, due to the quality of the weapon, littering. Standard Upgrades/Accessories: Bayonet

BARRENS SPECIAL (LIGHT PISTOL) DAMAGE 4P MELEE

AP —

MODE SS

RC —

AMMO 5(CY)

AVAIL 2R

COST 150¥

(STR/2)P













> Riser, you really wanted to waste bandwidth on this? I was at least expecting something dangerous. A devil rat would laugh at someone using one of these.

> Slamm-0! > They’re dangerous enough in the hands of desperate people, and if you’re using one of these, you’re desperate. Not every weapon a perp carries has fallen off the back of a military truck. Sticks >

> Why am I not surprised KE added the littering charge since they get to keep fifty percent of the levied fine? They’re more interested in the cash than actually stopping street-level crime. > Netcat

> You have to remember, most of the victims of these weapons are SINless, so it’s

not technically murder to kill one. It’s only murder if you kill a legal person. Most of society considers shooting one of us to be a public service. > Glitch

STREET-LEVEL MANUFACTURE Shadowrun, Twentieth Anniversary Edition does not effectively show how dangerous using a street-manufactured weapon can be. As an optional rule, gamemasters can have the Barrens Special explode in the user’s hand if a glitch or critical glitch is rolled, with the damage bypassing armor.

Barrens Special

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Gun H(e)aven 2

RERAKU IZOM APHRODITE GENADE LAUNCHER

DAMAGE

AP

MODE

RC

AMMO

AVAIL

COST

5P



BF/FA

1 (2)

40(C)

8F

1,600¥

GRENADE



SS



1(M)

ULTIMAX 68

6P

–1

SA/BF/FA

(1)

35(C)

9R

1,100¥

IZOM SS-374

7P

–1

SA

1

4(M)

3R

850¥

IZOM CSM-419

7P

–1

SA



10(C)

4R

1,700¥

IZOM PHP-131

5P

–1

SA



9(C)

11F

650¥

TERRACOTTA PUP

4P



SS



5(C)

4R/6F

550/750¥

TERRACOTTA ARMS AM-47

9P

–3

SA

1 (3)

18(C)

14F

8,250¥

TERRACOTTA ARMS MORDRED

5P



BF/FA

–2

20(C)

7R

950¥

ULTIMAX 83

6P



FA



32(C)

6R

650¥

ULTIMAX 47

7P

–1

SA/BF



20(C)

6R

3,350¥

IZOM PHP-49B

5P

–1

SA

-

12(C)

5R

300¥

TERRACOTTA ARMS CARAVAN

8P

–1

SA

1

10(C)

7R

950¥

IZOM RP-71

4P



BF/FA

–1

25(C)

7R

600¥

DAMAGE

AP

MODE

RC

AMMO

AVAIL

COST

SA

1

12(C)

7R

500¥

1 (2)

40(C)

16F

2,300¥

3(M)

3R

475¥

SHIAWASE NEMESIS ARMS PRAETORIAN

5P

–1

(STR/2+1)P



NEMESIS ARMS SPRATLEY STALWART

5P



BF/FA

SHIAWASE ARMAMENTS TYPE K2072

4P



SA

MELEE

58

SHIAWASE ARMS COPERNICUS

5P

–1

SA

-

14(C)

5R

700¥

CARP HUNTER

7P

–1

SA

1

8(C)

4R

970¥

SHIAWASE ARMS TACTICAL MODEL 73

5P



SA/BF/FA

3

100(C)

12F

2,750¥

SHIAWASE ARMS RIOT GUARD

7P

–1

SA/BF

(1)

15(C)

10R

2,300¥

SHIAWASE ARMS TACTICAL MODEL 69

9P

–3

SA

(2)

10(M)

18F

14,500¥

SHIAWASE ARMS TACTICAL MODEL 71

5P



BF/FA

1 (3)

25(C)

16F

4,750¥

SHIAWASE POLICE RESPONSE

7P

–3

SA

1

20(C)

12F

6,100¥

SHIAWASE ARMS HEARTH PROTECTOR

4P



SA



7(C)

3R

550¥

SHIAWASE ARMS LIGHT TACTICAL

4P



SA

1

16(C)

7R

1,050¥

SHIAWASE ARMS HEAVY TACTICAL

7P

–2

SA



12(C)

17R

2,800¥

SHIAWASE ARMS TSUNAMI

7P

–1

SA



7(M)

4R

500¥

HISTORY

SAEDER-KRUPP DAMAGE

AP

MODE

RC

AMMO

AVAIL

COST

ONOTARI PUNISHER

6P

–1

SA/FA

1

32(C)

5R

1,000¥

ONOTARI KALI

6P

–1

SA/BF/FA



32(C)

4R

700¥

ONOTARI SEIRRA LIBRA

7P

–1

SS

1 (3)

7(M)

6R

1,000¥

ONOTARI JP-K49

7P

–1

SA

1 (2)

25(C)

5R

3,400¥

ONOTARI L-493

7P

–1

SA/BF



25(C)

5R

4,800¥

ONOTARI URBAN HUNTER

9P

–3

SA/BF

1

25(C)

14F

6,250¥

ONOTARI RHINO HUNTER

9P

–3

SA/BF

2

7(M)

8R

5,500¥

ONOTARI VIOLATOR

5P

–1

SA

1

10(C)

7R

500¥

ONOTARI STEADFAST

5P

–1

SA



8(C)

3R

350¥

ONOTARI SECURITY SPECIAL

4P



SA



7R

625¥

ONOTARI ASSAULT LASER

6P

–HALF

SA



11(C) 2 X 5(C) OR EXTERNAL

17F

13,000¥

ONOTARI ROOM SWEEPER

6P

–1

SA/BF/FA

1

32(C)

10F

2,100¥

DAMAGE

AP

MODE

RC

AMMO

AVAIL

COST

CAVALIER SHERRIFF

8P

–4

SS



5(CY)

7R

500¥

CAVALIER LANCER

7P

–1

SA

(2)

8(M)

9R

1,250¥

GRENADE



SS



1(M)

CAVALIER DRAGOON

4P



SA



28(C)

5R

575¥

BROWNING MEGA-POWER

5P

–1

SA



15(C)

5R

550¥

MARLIN M-58

7P

–1

SA



7(M)

4R

1,400¥

TYPE 84B

5P



SA/BF/FA

(1)

20(C)

4R

400¥

CHARTER ARMS CURSE

9P

–4

SS

1

20(C)

24F

7,500¥

KRIME ASSAULT CANNON

10P

–5

SA

(1)

6(M)

20F

4,400¥

BARRENS SPECIAL

4P



SS



5(CY)

2R

150¥

MELEE

(STR/2)P

INDEPENDENT

GRENADE LAUNCHER

CZ-64

5P

–1

SA

1

14(C)

6R

350¥

KRIME STOPPER

7P

–1

SS



3(M)

11R

900¥

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