Archives of Nethys

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Manufacturers (Augmentations) | Manufacturers (Weapons) | Other Items | Special Materials


| Advanced Melee | Ammunition | Basic Melee | Grenade | Heavy | Longarms | Small Arms | Sniper | Solarian | Special
Critical Hit Effects | Special Properties | Weapon Accessories | Weapon Fusions


Shield Rifle

These firearms rely on electromagnetic firing mechanisms similar to railguns, though shield rifles’ design and thinner protective housing cause the weapons to practically bleed energy. Although only faintly visible in isolation, the electrical discharges from entire platoons wielding shield rifles can illuminate their surroundings with haunting light.

Projectile Weapons

Projectile weapons fire solid rounds, such as bullets or rockets. While projectile weapons are relatively antiquated, they provide serviceable firepower at a reasonable price to many travelers and traders.

Shield Rifle, Tactical

Source Tech Revolution pg. 61
Level 2; Price 900
Hands 2; Proficiency Longarms
Damage 1d8 E & P; Range 80 ft.; Critical Arc 1d4
Capacity 12 rounds ; Usage 1
Bulk 2; Special Buttressing

Shield Rifle, Advanced

Source Tech Revolution pg. 61
Level 7; Price 6,820
Hands 2; Proficiency Longarms
Damage 2d8 E & P; Range 80 ft.; Critical Arc 2d4
Capacity 12 rounds ; Usage 1
Bulk 2; Special Buttressing

Shield Rifle, Elite

Source Tech Revolution pg. 61
Level 12; Price 37,000
Hands 2; Proficiency Longarms
Damage 4d8 E & P; Range 80 ft.; Critical Arc 4d4
Capacity 15 rounds ; Usage 1
Bulk 2; Special Buttressing

Shield Rifle, Paragon

Source Tech Revolution pg. 61
Level 17; Price 264,000
Hands 2; Proficiency Longarms
Damage 8d8 E & P; Range 80 ft.; Critical Arc 4d8
Capacity 18 rounds ; Usage 1
Bulk 2; Special Buttressing