Compression Phaser Rifle¶
An advanced phaser rifle variant introduced in the 2370s, most notably equipped on Intrepid and Nova-class starships.
Specifications¶
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | Ranged |
| Category | energy/phaser |
| Damage | 4 |
| Size/Form Factor | Two-handed rifle |
| Range | Long range |
| Power Source | High-capacity power cell |
| Settings | Multiple settings including wide beam for targeting groups |
| Origin | Federation |
| Era | 2370s |
Special Properties¶
Wide beam capability can take out multiple targets with a single shot; functions in areas with dampening fields
Availability & Legal Status¶
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Availability | Common aboard Intrepid and Nova-class vessels |
| Concealability | Low - cannot be concealed on person |
| Legality | Legal for Starfleet personnel only |
| Price Range | 5 - 8 |
Drawbacks¶
High power consumption in wide beam mode
Notable Uses¶
Standard equipment aboard USS Voyager during its Delta Quadrant journey
Additional Notes¶
First used by Voyager's away team on the Caretaker's array in 2371
Wide beam can target groups; used on Intrepid-class