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{{Ref Open | title = Blaster Launcher }}[[Image:Guided Fusion Launcher Research (EU2012).png|right| | {{Ref Open | title = Blaster Launcher }}[[Image:Guided Fusion Launcher Research (EU2012).png|right|100px|Blaster Launcher]] | ||
Although I was skeptical as to the merits of assembling another weapon based on our traditional methods, namely, large rockets carrying heavy payloads of explosives, we have made some interesting discoveries during our testing. Our prototype, the cleverly named "blaster launcher," has been surprisingly effective in penetrating the alien's seemingly unassailable armor plating. We've also improved on the integrated targeting module by implementing several of the design improvements observed in the alien weapons. As a result, these rockets are capable of guiding themselves, even when fired from an obstructed line of sight. I believe there is still room for us to hone this weapon's capabilities further, but it should be safe to begin manufacturing the current design as you see fit. | Although I was skeptical as to the merits of assembling another weapon based on our traditional methods, namely, large rockets carrying heavy payloads of explosives, we have made some interesting discoveries during our testing. Our prototype, the cleverly named "blaster launcher," has been surprisingly effective in penetrating the alien's seemingly unassailable armor plating. We've also improved on the integrated targeting module by implementing several of the design improvements observed in the alien weapons. As a result, these rockets are capable of guiding themselves, even when fired from an obstructed line of sight. I believe there is still room for us to hone this weapon's capabilities further, but it should be safe to begin manufacturing the current design as you see fit. | ||
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By integrating components of the advanced alien navigation systems, we can fire self-guided rockets capable of navigating to the intended target without direct line-of-sight. Damage output has also been signifigantly improved through use of the alien fusion core. | By integrating components of the advanced alien navigation systems, we can fire self-guided rockets capable of navigating to the intended target without direct line-of-sight. Damage output has also been signifigantly improved through use of the alien fusion core. | ||
* Upgrade to conventional rockets that permits projectiles to navigate the battlefield | * Upgrade to conventional rockets that permits projectiles to navigate the battlefield | ||
Revision as of 17:50, 17 October 2013
| Blaster Launcher |
Although I was skeptical as to the merits of assembling another weapon based on our traditional methods, namely, large rockets carrying heavy payloads of explosives, we have made some interesting discoveries during our testing. Our prototype, the cleverly named "blaster launcher," has been surprisingly effective in penetrating the alien's seemingly unassailable armor plating. We've also improved on the integrated targeting module by implementing several of the design improvements observed in the alien weapons. As a result, these rockets are capable of guiding themselves, even when fired from an obstructed line of sight. I believe there is still room for us to hone this weapon's capabilities further, but it should be safe to begin manufacturing the current design as you see fit. |
Source: XCOM: Enemy Unknown (2012) Research Archives
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Stats
| Property | Info |
|---|---|
| Requires: | Research:Guided Fusion Launcher Salvage:Fusion Core |
| Cost: |
Cost: §250 Fusion Core: 1 |
| Base Damage | 9 |
| Base Crit Damage | 13 |
| Shot Type | Explosive |
| Terrain Damage | |
| Range | |
| Radius (Explosives) | |
| Critical Chance | None |
| Offensive Bonus | |
| Abilities | |
| Size | Large |
Notes
- Rockets fired by the Blaster Launcher will navigate around obstacles and walls, including closed doors. They will rarely (if at all?) go off target.

