Deimos VA29

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2022-11-17

Deimos VA29
The Deimos VA29 is one of Vanu Amerish's most popular shotguns. Its high damage energy shells mow through enemy soldiers at a frightening pace.
Costs
Cert Cost:		1,000
DC Cost:		699
General Info
Empire:
Can Use:
Weapon Type:		Shotguns
Fire Rate:		71 RPM
Muzzle Velocity:		275m/s
Effective Range:		Short
Fire Modes:		Pump-Action
Headshot Multiplier:		1.5x
ADS Move Speed Multiplier:		0.75x
Equip Time:		750 ms
Damage[?]
Max Damage:		100x11 1100 before 5m
Min Damage:		63x11 693 after 18m
Ammunition
Magazine Size:		4
Ammunition Pool:		28
Pellet Count:		11
Accuracy[?]
		Hip	Aim
Crouch	Still:	0.15	0.15
	Move:	0.15	0.15
Stand	Still:	0.15	0.15
	Move:	0.15	0.15
Bloom per Shot:		0.3	0.15
Sprint:		5
Jump/Airborne:		6
Pellets Spread:		3.5
Recoil[?]
Vertical:		1
Horizontal, Min/Max:		0.2/0.2
Horizontal Tolerance:		0.4
Angle Min/Max:		0°/0°
Bias:		← = →
Recoil Decrease:		8
First Shot Recoil Multiplier:		1x
Data Sources?
Census DBG API source:		Deimos VA29 API Data
Census LF API source:		Deimos VA29 API Data

The Deimos VA29 is a shotgun available to the Vanu Sovereignty. It is unlocked through purchase with Certification Points or Daybreak Cash.

The Deimos Vanu Amerish 29 is the Vanu heavy pump action, much like the LA39 Bruiser and TAS-16 Blackjack. Though they have the least potency at range and the smallest magazine of any shotgun type, the raw damage output of the heavy pump action shotguns is unmatched.

Compared to the light pump action class, represented in the Sovereignty by the Phobos VX86, the heavy pump actions earn an additional pellet per shot though they reload a little bit slower, taking 1.2 seconds to load the first shell (versus 1.1 seconds) and 0.72 seconds for each subsequent (as opposed to 0.7 seconds), and their pellet spreads are a bit wider (3.5 degrees versus 3 degrees). Light pump action shotguns can also load an additional shell in their tube.

The Deimos VA29, LA39 Bruiser, and TAS-16 Blackjack are statistically nigh-identical weapons, with the only difference found in the Vanu option's muzzle velocity, which is lowered in exchange for the faction's 'no bullet drop' trait.

Attachments

Attachments

Optic
HS/NV Scope (1x) 49 OR 30		Nanite Systems' HS/NV scope has no magnification, but provides high contrast outlines to nearby objects and illuminates nearby soldiers.
HPR Reflex (1x) 49 OR 30		Designed as a replacement for standard iron sights in close-quarters combat, the Holo-Projected Reticle sight creates and accurate dot-and-circle reticle above the top rail. More reticles for this sight available, see full article.
VHO Reflex (2x) 49 OR 30		The revolutionary Vanu Holo-Optic reflex utilizes nanotechnology to project a circle and dot reticle. Additionally, it features a 2X magnitude zoom for better performance in urban combat scenarios. More reticles for this sight available, see full article.
VMS (3.4x) 49 OR 30		The Vanu Marksman's Scope is the standard for mid-range engagements. It uses a minimalist chevron reticle inside of its Vanu-styled housing.
V3 Holo (3.4x) 49 OR 30		Within its ornate triangular hosuing, the V3 Holo uses a red dot sight and 3.4x magnification for mid-range combat scenarios.
OG-4 (4x) 49 OR 30		Created to better suit carbines and assault rifles for support roles, the OG-4's simple crosshair allows the user to make accurate shots at a distance. It uses 4x magnification perfect for mid-range fights.
CSZ (4x) 49 OR 30		The CSZ's 4x magnification make it a favorite amongst designated marksmen in the Vanu Sovereignty. This scope uses a triple chevron reticle.

Barrel
Smart-Choke 49 OR 100		A smart-choke tightens pellet spread by 40% when firing while aimed, but widens pellet spread by 20% when firing from the hip.

Rail
Darklight Flashlight 49 OR 100		The rail mounted Darklight Flashlight can illuminate hostile cloaked infiltrators and dark areas but the light can give away your position. The light can be turned on and off with Toggle Attachment hotkey.
Extended Magazine 49 OR 100		Increases the amount of ammunition in each magazine by 2 rounds rounds, and the weapon takes 15% longer to equip and unequip.
MPL 49 OR 100		The mobile prediction laser reduces vertical and horizontal recoil when fired from the hip by 60%.

Ammo
Flechette Ammunition 49 OR 100		Replaces the standard buckshot with dart-like flechettes that triple the maximum and minimum damage range, but reduces the number of pellets fired per shot by 3.
Slug Ammunition 49 OR 100		The weapon now fires an accurate, high-velocity slug dealing 650 damage, and falling off to 500 at the weapon's minimum damage range.

Effectiveness

• Buckshot
• Flechette Ammunition
• Slug Ammunition

Buckshot

Values below assume all pellets hit the target in the relevant body part.

Versus Infantry
Infantry	Body part	Shots to Kill
		0-5m	After 18m
Infantry	Head	1	1
	Torso	1(1)	2(2)
	Legs	2(2)	2(2)
Infiltrator	Head	1	1
	Torso	1(1)	2(2)
	Legs	1(1)	2(2)
Heavy Assault Overshield	Head	1	2
	Torso	2(2)	3(3)
	Legs	2(2)	3(3)
MAX	Head	7	10
	Torso	10(12)	15(19)
	Legs	11(13)	17(21)

Versus Vehicles
Vehicle	Armor Facing	Shots to Kill
		Before 5m	After 18m
Flash	-	7 (on fire @ 6)	11 (on fire @ 9)
Composite Armor 4	-	9 (on fire @ 8)	15 (on fire @ 12)
Harasser	-	18 (on fire @ 14)	28 (on fire @ 23)
Composite Armor 4	-	21 (on fire @ 17)	34 (on fire @ 27)
Sunderer	-	Immune
Blockade Armor 4	-	Immune
Deployment Shield 4	-	Immune
ANT	-	Immune
Lightning	Front/Top	Immune
	Side
	Rear
Prowler/ Magrider	Front/Top	Immune
	Side
	Rear
Chimera	Front/Top	Immune
	Side
	Rear
Vanguard	Front/Top	Immune
	Side
	Rear
ESF	-	11 (on fire @ 9)	18 (on fire @ 14)
Composite Armor 4	-	12 (on fire @ 10)	20 (on fire @ 16)
Valkyrie	Front/Side/Top/Rear	28 (on fire @ 22)	44 (on fire @ 35)
	Bottom	55 (on fire @ 44)	87 (on fire @ 70)
Composite Armor 4	Front/Side/Top/Rear	32 (on fire @ 26)	50 (on fire @ 40)
	Bottom	63 (on fire @ 51)	100 (on fire @ 80)
Dervish	-	22 (on fire @ 17)	34 (on fire @ 27)
Composite Armor 4	-	24 (on fire @ 19)	38 (on fire @ 30)
Liberator	-	Immune
Composite Armor 4	-	Immune
Galaxy	-	Immune
Composite Armor 4	-	Immune
Bastion Weak Point	-	Immune

Flechette Ammunition

Values below assume all pellets hit the target in the relevant body part.

Versus Infantry
Infantry	Body part	Shots to Kill
		0-15m	After 54m
Infantry	Head	1	2
	Torso	2(2)	2(2)
	Legs	2(2)	3(3)
Infiltrator	Head	1	2
	Torso	2(2)	2(2)
	Legs	2(2)	2(2)
Heavy Assault Overshield	Head	2	2
	Torso	2(2)	3(3)
	Legs	3(3)	4(4)
MAX	Head	9	14
	Torso	13(16)	20(25)
	Legs	14(18)	23(28)

Versus Vehicles
Vehicle	Armor Facing	Shots to Kill
		Before 15m	After 54m
Flash	-	10 (on fire @ 8)	15 (on fire @ 12)
Composite Armor 4	-	13 (on fire @ 10)	20 (on fire @ 16)
Harasser	-	25 (on fire @ 20)	39 (on fire @ 31)
Composite Armor 4	-	29 (on fire @ 24)	46 (on fire @ 37)
Sunderer	-	Immune
Blockade Armor 4	-	Immune
Deployment Shield 4	-	Immune
ANT	-	Immune
Lightning	Front/Top	Immune
	Side
	Rear
Prowler/ Magrider	Front/Top	Immune
	Side
	Rear
Chimera	Front/Top	Immune
	Side
	Rear
Vanguard	Front/Top	Immune
	Side
	Rear
ESF	-	15 (on fire @ 12)	24 (on fire @ 20)
Composite Armor 4	-	17 (on fire @ 14)	27 (on fire @ 21)
Valkyrie	Front/Side/Top/Rear	38 (on fire @ 30)	60 (on fire @ 48)
	Bottom	75 (on fire @ 60)	120 (on fire @ 96)
Composite Armor 4	Front/Side/Top/Rear	44 (on fire @ 35)	69 (on fire @ 55)
	Bottom	87 (on fire @ 69)	137 (on fire @ 110)
Dervish	-	30 (on fire @ 24)	47 (on fire @ 38)
Composite Armor 4	-	33 (on fire @ 26)	51 (on fire @ 41)
Liberator	-	Immune
Composite Armor 4	-	Immune
Galaxy	-	Immune
Composite Armor 4	-	Immune
Bastion Weak Point	-	Immune

Slug Ammunition

Versus Infantry
Infantry	Body part	Shots to Kill
		0-5m	After 18m
Infantry	Head	2	2
	Torso	2(2)	2(2)
	Legs	2(2)	3(3)
Infiltrator	Head	1	2
	Torso	2(2)	2(2)
	Legs	2(2)	2(2)
Heavy Assault Overshield	Head	2	2
	Torso	3(3)	3(3)
	Legs	3(3)	4(4)
MAX	Head	11	14
	Torso	16(20)	20(25)
	Legs	18(22)	23(28)

Versus Vehicles
Vehicle	Armor Facing	Shots to Kill
		Before 5m	After 18m
Flash	-	12 (on fire @ 10)	15 (on fire @ 12)
Composite Armor 4	-	15 (on fire @ 12)	20 (on fire @ 16)
Harasser	-	30 (on fire @ 24)	39 (on fire @ 31)
Composite Armor 4	-	36 (on fire @ 29)	47 (on fire @ 37)
Sunderer	-	Immune
Blockade Armor 4	-	Immune
Deployment Shield 4	-	Immune
ANT	-	Immune
Lightning	Front/Top	Immune
	Side
	Rear
Prowler/ Magrider	Front/Top	Immune
	Side
	Rear
Chimera	Front/Top	Immune
	Side
	Rear
Vanguard	Front/Top	Immune
	Side
	Rear
ESF	-	19 (on fire @ 15)	24 (on fire @ 20)
Composite Armor 4	-	21 (on fire @ 17)	27 (on fire @ 22)
Valkyrie	Front/Side/Top/Rear	47 (on fire @ 37)	60 (on fire @ 48)
	Bottom	93 (on fire @ 74)	120 (on fire @ 96)
Composite Armor 4	Front/Side/Top/Rear	54 (on fire @ 43)	69 (on fire @ 56)
	Bottom	107 (on fire @ 85)	138 (on fire @ 111)
Dervish	-	36 (on fire @ 29)	47 (on fire @ 38)
Composite Armor 4	-	40 (on fire @ 32)	52 (on fire @ 42)
Liberator	-	Immune
Composite Armor 4	-	Immune
Galaxy	-	Immune
Composite Armor 4	-	Immune
Bastion Weak Point	-	Immune

Ribbons and Medals

It is possible to earn both Ribbons and Medals while using the Deimos VA29. Each ribbon is a standard reward for achieving a set amount of kills with the shotgun. Medals are awarded upon reaching kill milestones with the weapon.

Ribbon(s)

Ribbon	Icon	Requirements
Deimos VA29 Service Ribbon		10 kills

Find out more on the Service Ribbons article.

Medals

Medal	Icon	Requirement	Award
No Medal		0 kills	N/A
Copper Medal		10 kills	2
Silver Medal		60 kills	10
Gold Medal		160 kills	20
Auraxium Medal		1,160 kills	200
Medals earned with the Deimos VA29 contribute towards the Shotguns directive tree.

Trivia

• The Deimos VA29 is named after 'Deimos', the Greek god of dread and terror, and the name of the smaller of Mars' two moons.

History

November 17, 2022 Update (10-Year Anniversary)

• Maximum damage from 125 to 100.
• Minimum damage from 50 to 63.
• Maximum damage range from 8m to 5m.

Dev Note: Similar to the above, this heavily reduces these weapons' effectiveness, and will likely need to get tuned upward after this update to make them more competitive with the semi-autos.

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March 30, 2022 Update (The Arsenal Update)

• • Starting CoF for all shotguns is now 0.15 in all non-jumping/sprinting/falling movement states.
  • Pellet spread values while aiming and firing from the hip have been standardized using the wider hipfire values.
  • Cone of fire now blooms per shot by 0.3 from the hip, and 0.15 while aiming.
  • Dev Note: The above changes aim to reduce the inconsistency and frustration of using these weapons, which was mainly caused by cone of fire spread stacked on top of the pellet spread. These changes are important when the new attachments and updated attachments come into play.
  • Undocumented: Now has access to the Smart-Choke, MPL, and Flechette Ammo.
  • Undocumented: No longer has access to the Laser Sight.

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January 12, 2017 Hotfix

• Max damage from 130@8m to 125@8m
• Cone of Fire bloom from 0.5 to 0
• Hipfire recoil recovery rate from 12 to 8