| “ | 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. It can be unlocked via page 5 of the Helldivers Mobilize Warbond.
Role[ | ]
The Scythe is useful at dealing with light and medium-sized threats, like Devastator, Hunters, and Brood Commanders. It has practically no recoil and decent damage , making it easy to stay on target and deal damage to them consistently, along with having great sustain due to it being a beam weapon. It is particularly effective against Automaton Devastators, as a concentrated beam to their heads will kill them in a few seconds, and it having maximum stability makes training the laser onto their heads an easy affair.
It is however, less effective on planets with Intense Heat traits, as this causes the weapon to build up heat much faster than usual.
Notes[ | ]
- As of patch 01.001.100, the Scythe was notably buffed with its cooldowns being faster, increased enemy ignition speeds, and the complete elimination of its recoil. The original sight on the Scythe has also been replaced with a new low-powered scope.