LAS-5 Scythe (Helldivers 2)

"A laser rifle firing a continuous beam. Does not need reloading, but if it overheats a new heat sink must be fitted."

- Armory Description

The LAS-5 Scythe is an energy weapon in Helldivers‎ 2, firing a continuous, concentrated laser beam that deals damage over time. Like all laser weapons, the Scythe builds up heat rather than consuming ammunition, though maxing out the heat capacity will require the user to exchange the weapon's heat sink.

Role:

With no recoil the weapon can be extremely precise allowing a Helldiver to deliver concentrated damage to a precise spot. Unfortunately enemy movement will mean moving the beam off of a weak point making it less effective against armored enemies and mostly suited for carving through fodder. The LAS-5 truly shines when mounted on a "Guard Dog" rover where it decimates fodder enemies. This then allows the Helldiver to focus on larger threats or help protect the diver as they reposition.