Penal Legion - Wargear: The following is the standard issue kit for troopers of a Penal Legion:Lascarbine - A Lascarbine is the carbine form of the standard Imperial Lasgun with a compact upgrade, which makes it easier to carry and to aim than its larger counterpart. It will often possess a folding stock. However, as a result of these modifications, a Lascarbine has a shorter range and will fire fewer shots before depleting its power pack when compared to a standard Lasgun.4 Charge Packs - Charge Packs are powerful capacitor batteries used almost exclusively by Imperial Laser Weapons. The Charge Pack's size and make varies depending on the class of the weapon. In all cases, it provides shots equal to the weapon's full magazine value and can be recharged when emptied.Explosive Collar - Sometimes used to ensure cooperation from the most unruly of Penal Legionnaires, an explosive collar leaves the Guardsman with little choice. Fitted around the Penal Legionnaire's neck, an explosive collar detonates when triggered remotely, or should it be tampered with. The small, directed charge is more than enough to remove the insubordinate's head, but inflicts only minor collateral damage. Only the Adeptus Mechanicus can disable the collars, but this can only happen after the convict has served his sentence.Frenzon Dispensers - Frenzon is a generic name for a number of combat drugs used to induce psychological effects in the recipient. In the Penal Legion, these drugs are usually injected via a dispenser device strapped to the throat as part of the explosive collar. Each collar contains 4 doses of Frenzon. A single dose of one of the specific types can be used to induce a frenzied psychological state. Once administered, the subject becomes fanatical and fearless. Only one psychological state can be induced at a time with frenzon. A single dose of frenzon antidote (also contained in the dispensing device) will negate the induced psychological state.2 Mono Knives - The Mono-Knife is a one-handed melee implement that is one variant of the ubiquitous back-up melee weapon for warriors all across the Imperium, be they lowly hive scum or the elite soldiers of a Planetary Governor. Some, such as the Catachan Fighting Knife, are designed for a specific purpose, whilst others are more generic in nature.3 Frag Grenades - Frag Grenades use a combustible charge and special fillers of shrapnel fragments which make them potent anti-personnel weapons. Imperial Frag Grenades are roughly the size of a clenched fist and covered with a heavily notched shell, both to increase the shrapnel produced and provide a more secure grip for throwing.3 Krak Grenades - Krak Grenades are crafted with powerful concentrated explosives designed to punch holes in armoured targets such as vehicles or bunkers. While stronger than Frag Grenades, Krak detonations do not produce a blast effect and their more focused explosion makes them less practical as anti-personnel weapons.1 Flak Vest and Flak Helmet - The most common type of armour in the galaxy is Flak Armour, as it is standard-issue to the countless millions of Imperial Guardsmen. Many layers of ablative and impact-absorbent material go into making each vest, enough to deflect or negate most low-level attacks such as small arms, shrapnel, and proximity blasts. Solid hits from high-impact weapons can generally negate it, but given that it is relatively lightweight, cheap to produce, and dependable in most combat situations, many veterans keep using Flak Armour even when offered better.Imperial Guard Penal Legion Prisoner Uniform1 Inhaler - A standard inhaler is used to administer mood-modifying substances into the body.1 Gas Mask - A simple breathing mask that covers the nose and mouth or entire face, these offer much better protection than filtration plugs in the face of toxins or chemical weapons.Poor Weather GearRucksackBasic Tool KitMess Kit & Water Canteen1 Weeks' RationsBlanket and Sleep BagRechargeable Lamp-Pack - Sturdy and reliable, glow-globes illuminate many an Imperial paveway and cathedral. Most portable ones are roughly the size of a clenched fist and can shine strong, yellowish light a dozen or so metres in width, lasting roughly five hours before their power pack needs recharging or replacing.Micro-Bead - A micro-bead or comm-bead is a short-range radio wave communication device worn in the ear, good for communications out to about one kilometre (depending on weather conditions and the intervening terrain). Each fits discreetly in the ear, with higher craftsmanship models being nearly undetectable in casual inspection.Ident Tags ("Dog Tags")Imperial Infantryman's Uplifting Primer - A standard-issue Imperial text that covers a vast variety of topics, this book is possessed by all members of the Astra Militarum as part of their standard-issue equipment. The Primer is a basic guide that details everything a Guardsman needs to know: principles and regulations of the Astra Militarum, issued arms, attire, apparatus and equipment, basic battlefield policy and Astra Militarum organisation and structure, elementary battlefield medical instructions, and a detailed guide on the foes of the Imperium. No Guardsman should ever be found without possession of a copy of the Uplifting Primer for the punishment is severe.