GTW Flail
Tech Room Data
A rapid-fire, low energy, ceramic optic focused, krypton laser - used in tactical situations to distract or lead an enemy to their destruction at the hands of other allied fighters - this weapon, if used over an extended period of in-flight battle, can destroy an enemy fighter, but, as a destructive weapon, should only be used as a last resort.
The fast firing rate and high mass of the Flail make it great for changing the velocity vector of an enemy fighter or bomber. It is slightly more effective than the Avenger against shields, rated at damage/second. Its low energy consumption rate makes it useful for prolonged engagements. Note, however, that once you have taken out an enemy's shields, switching to another weapon is advised.
Veteran Comments
FS2 veterans playing FS1 retroactively via the port have a surprise in store via the Flail. This weapon isn't a mere knock-around gun like the Morningstar. It boasts useful shield and subsystem damage values in addition to its ability to knock an opponent silly. The Flail's high rate of fire also makes it much more useful then most guns when installed in the offset triple-rack of an Ursa bomber. It can still be used against subsystems to good effect, and with all the shots you're putting out, it's much easier to find a way to make an enemy fighter fly through them.
Performance
Statistics
| Range | 1200 m |
| Rate of Fire | 6.67 / s |
| Velocity | 1000 mps |
| Damage | 12 |
| Against Hullplating | Minimal |
| Against Shields | Excellent |
| Against Subsystems | Minimal |
