C-04C "Pestilence" Assault Rifle

As with most of the C-Series alternates, the Pestilence assault rifle is an unusual weapon among the Taeski. Developed by the Azure Empire, it favors automatic over semi-automatic or manual, and carries an enormous drum of ammunition beneath its body which can be loaded with thirty-six rounds. These rounds can be completely expended in four seconds, making the Pestilence the final answer when it comes to suppressing an enemy charge.

The downside to the Pestilence, however, is the loss of accuracy and the increase in weight over some of its predecessors. Trying to accurately hit any target over twenty meters away is tricky, if not downright unfeasable. As a result, the C-04C has only seen limited combat action, and usually in close-quarters environments such as hallways or building interiors. Areas with little to no maneuverability truly allow the Pestilence to shine, filling a hallway or small room with fire in a very short amount of time. As it is a drum-fed weapon, reloading can be accomplished within seconds, making it excellent for urban warfare. Outside of the close-quarters environments such as alleyways or small buildings, it is recommended that a C-04 "Venom" Battle Rifle or a C-04B "Contagion" Battle Rifle be utilized instead, as they have semi-automatic firing capabilities with much higher accuracy over greater distances.