B3 Plasma Directed Energy Rifle

Overview
The B3 Plasma Directed Energy Rifle is the third instalment of the B-series firearms which became available for consumer sale in 2099, being a unique firearm that exclusively fires cold-state plasma bolts. This is achieved by an advanced firing system - the details of which remain largely undisclosed to this day - which allows for the weapon to generate its own plasma using removable power packs, and then fire these at a selected target. Due to this, it is a relatively unconventional firearm, and can be considered expensive for some - although is extremely effective at what it does.

Action
The B3 PDER, as mentioned before, generates its power from a removeable lithium-tungsten power pack which can be easily reloaded on the field with its high capacity de-necessitating carrying any more than one spare power pack - which fits into the rear of the weapon, which is in a bullpup configuration. The B3 platform draws energy out of the 'magazine', which is then converted into plasma. This plasma is destabilised inside of the weapon, essentially forming it into cold-state plasma, but with all of the gas (not including the 'electron gas') temporarily being kept at room temperature to prevent the weapon exploding. Once fired, the weapon releases this plasma in a short burst, which is then sent through two rails on the weapon. These rails form an electromagnetic field around the plasma bolt, preventing it from dissipating immediately, while the plasma heats up rapidly to become lethal.

Ammunition
The B3 PDER is loaded with (aforementioned) lithium-tungsten power packs, each having enough power to last the weapon for 250 shots, before reloading is needed. However, the disadvantage in how the weapon is fired is that the plasma bolt's minimum range is around 5 metres - meaning the B3 cannot be pressed up against a user, therefore necessitating the user to be at a moderate range. There is also a maximum range, however, as the electromagnetic field is burned off at approximately 1.3km from where it was fired, after which it will dissipate and become harmless. Regardless, it is notable that the B3 does not have any 'drop' after it is fired, and the round will continue in a straight line with a speed comparable to that of a .308. Once a target is struck by the cold-state plasma, the electromagnetic field will expand across the target, and then essentially 'glue' the plasma to them - causing the plasma to spread out across the surface it strikes, vaporising the first couple layers of flesh, and then melting through the target with a deep wound profile, similar to that of a stab wound. After the user is struck, the plasma tends to linger on the flesh, causing an immensely painful burning sensation.

OOC Notes
This weapon requires permission to be used. Please contact us in our discord to request permission to use this weapon.

Please be aware that the B3 will do little damage to a target at a range of under 5 metres, and none at all beyond 1.1 kilometres. This should be taken into account while roleplaying.