Rope Gun

A rope gun is a weapon that can fire projectiles attached to a cable. The gun projects with laser a line to show the user where the ammo will be shot.

Firing modes

Primary firing mode

In primary firing mode, it shoots a cable with both ends attach to the ammo simultaneously.

Secondary firing mode

The secondary firing mode shoots one end at a time.

Ammo types

Magnetic Ammo

This mode is used to immobilize enemies, it shoots a cable that will wrap around the target, restricting movement. It has a fast rate of fire

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

Stake Ammo

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.

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.
• Grapling hook, from Just cause 3.