Gatling Gun (Final Fantasy VII)

The Gatling Gun is Barret's initial weapon in Final Fantasy VII. In addition to being equippable by Barret, it is also used by him in cutscenes. Due to this, it cannot be sold or thrown. The Gatling Gun is a basic weapon, and like most weapons for Barret, is long range. It is quickly replaced by the Assault Gun.
==Mechanics==
As the Gatling Gun has a base Attack stat bonus of 14, the base damage for physical attacks when the Gatling Gun is equipped is in the following formula:
:\text{Base Damage} = \text{(14 + Strength)} + \frac{\text{(14 + Strength)} + \text{Level}}{32} \times \frac{\text{(14 + Strength)} \times \text{Level}}{32}
where "Level" is Barret's current level and "Strength" is his Strength stat. The Gatling Gun also has an Attack% (Accuracy) of 97%. It grants no bonus to Barret's Magic stat.
==Use==
The Gatling Gun is initially equipped by Barret, and can be replaced very quickly by the Assault Gun within the first quest. Gatling Gun should be replaced immediately, as it has very low stats. Gatling Gun has a single Materia slot, but by the time the player can equip Materia for Barret, it is already replaceable.
==Etymology==
Category:Weapons in Final Fantasy VII