Scimitar

The Scimitar is an indirect-fire Artillery weapon, mountable to Turret hardpoints, unique for its multi-round salvo.
== Acquisitions Entry ==
The procurement specifications called for “readily portable artillery” that could “precision fire munitions at multiple targets over a single volley” along with a feed system “capable of outputting 300 rounds per minute”. In response the Design Bureau’s first draft for the weapon included a suite of radio gear, a Bonesaw MG pintle mounted to the artillery barrel, an umbrella, an espresso machine, and a dispenser for prophylactics. Army brass were not amused.*Though the Scimitar project is officially considered a failure, this curious weapon was still produced in volume and has found a home with NEP artillery battalions and support vehicles alike. Skilled gunners can “streak” the ordnance along a line in a fashion that resembles a small bombing run.*Some higher up got the joke as the Design Bureau received several espresso machines upon completion of the Scimitar’s first production run. You can still find them, overused and scattered about the building.-Efi
== Notes & Strategy ==
* The spread of the shells takes some effort to fully appreciate, as the Scimitar's high arc punishes poor aim. But with control and practice, it becomes possible to carpet-bomb a large area in a single volley, making it particularly effective against unaware and clustered enemies.
Category:Weapons
Category:Artillery Weapons
Category:Turret Weapons