This is a less-lethal area-of-effect energy weapon that functions like a grenade launcher, lobbing balls of plasma that explode on impact and knock out anything in its blast radius.

Design-wise, this weapon draws loose inspiration from the “Eyes of Tomorrow” rocket launcher from the 2017 videogame Destiny 2.

Parts Used

I started with the Bozar mesh from the Gun Runners' Arsenal DLC and isolated the receiver. I then added the butt pad and MFC holder from the Gauss Rifle, the pistol grip from the Hunting Revolver (rotated 90 degrees), the trigger from A Light Shining in Darkness, the muzzle from the Plasma Defender, and the metal rail from the Missile Launcher.

Perks and Challenges

The following properties, perks and challenges apply to this weapon:

• Plasma Spaz
• Curios and Relics
• Open to Experimentation
• Merciful Soul

Usage Notes

Attacking with this weapon is considered a “Minor Crime”, meaning that only the victim will become aggressive without turning their entire faction hostile.

Procurement

This weapon must be purchased from Dr. Quarton, and cannot otherwise be obtained without console commands.

Dr. Quarton's Notes

The terminal entry in Dr. Quarton's laboratory notes the following:

Project #E-1447-T - "ShockBlast"

As much as I abhor the presence of other people, I am not a murderer.
That being said, deterrence is still a major component of my strategy to
remain undisturbed, leading to the genesis of this device.

Harnessing the power of static electricity, I was able to construct a
device which creates a localized repulsion field. However, it has the
unintended side effect of knocking living things unconscious.

While this does have the benefit of keeping people a) quiet and b) away
from me, subjects tend to be extremely upset when they regain consciousness
and invariably insist on loudly and forcefully making me aware of that
fact. More trouble than it's worth.