Rope Gun

A rope gun is a weapon that can fire projectiles attached to a cable.

Modes

Bola Mode

This mode is used to immobilize enemies, it shoots a cable that will wrap around the target, restricting movement.

If the foot is targeted, it can cause enemies to fall, and depending on impact force it can even knock them out.
If the neck is target, it can cause asphyxiation.

Stake Mode

This mode attaches the cable to a stake that can penetrate some surfaces, it has 2 firing modes that it can be used in a couple of ways.

Primary firing mode

The primary firing mode is similar to the bola mode, it shoots two stakes a same time, it can pin enemies to walls, but doesn't work on open spaces unless aimed to the floor.

Secondary firing mode

The alternative firing mode shoots one stake at a time.

On the environment:

Releasing the cable, so it can be used to manually climb.
- With the winding add-on, it works as a grappling hook.
Shooting a second stake to create a thigh-rope-like structure.
Creating a tripwire.
- It can be used to trigger explosives and other devices.
- Can also be used to trip enemies.
- Or prevent the advance of vehicles.
To conduct electrical current.

On moving targets:

Fixating the second stake on the floor to prevent movement.
Holding to the cable to hitch a ride.
Can be used to temporarily hold moving platforms.

On enemies:

Can pierce enemies, causing damage, it can be lethal depending on location it hits.

On objects:

After piercing with on stake, you can release the rope and push the object towards you.
- With the winding add-on, you can pull it automatically.

Attachments

It's possible to attach a couple of add-ons to the Rope gun to modify and improve functionality.

Electrical Add-on

It charges the cable, so it can stun enemies, or even momentarily jolt devices.

Heat Add-on

It heats the cable, it continually causes damage to enemies, possibly crippling them.

Winding Add-on

It can be used to wind back cable that still has one end attach to the gun. Be using the reload button, it retrieves the cable.

Inspirations

Bola gun from Death Stranding.
BolaWrap, a real product.