Longshot Sniper Rifle
The COG's single-shot, bolt-action sniper rifle from the Pendulum Wars.
The Longshot Sniper Rifle was a high-caliber, single-shot, bolt-action sniper rifle. Created by the Coalition of Ordered Governments during the Pendulum Wars, the Longshot was used even seventeen years after Emergence Day. Although the rifle was developed and used by COG forces, the Longshot was also used by the Locust Horde who had stolen them from any Gear soldiers they killed.
Quick Facts
- Manufacturer
- Coalition of Ordered Governments
- Type
- Anti-personnel sniper rifle
- Operation
- Bolt-action
- Magazine
- 1 round
- Max ammo
- 24 rounds
- Range
- Extreme
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Background
The origins of the Longshot Sniper Rifle dated back to the Pendulum Wars, manufactured by the COG for its Gears to counter the UIR GZ18 Markza. With the Gnasher Shotgun and Lancer Assault Rifle providing closer ranged firepower, the Longshot allowed Gears to metaphorically "reach out and touch someone". With its competent scope, long barrel, and precise but powerful ballistics, the Longshot allowed a skilled sniper to remain uninjured or even unseen during firefights.
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