Bazookoid

The M-398 Mining Laser, more commonly referred to as a "bazookoid," is a handheld mining tool commonly found on space vessels and ancient mining outposts. Their availability and versatility have inspired many seekers to convert them into a formidable weapons.

Design And Weaponization
Bazookoids were originally created by mankind for the purpose of blasting away dense rock and debris for mining and excavation. The bazookoid fires an orb of plasma capable of blasting apart most metals and ores and have a number of alternative firing modes depending on the specific job it is being used for. Some notable modes include: Heat Seeker Mode, Resource Targeting Mode, and the often mislabeled "Dismantler" which many seekers immediately remove when customizing their bazookoid.

They are powered by Everlast Batteries, an off-brand version of traditional pulse cells yet very much live up to their name. Many vessels in mankind's fleet carried bazookoids as standard issue gear, mostly for the purpose of blasting asteroids. As a result, they are fairly common in The Big Black

Their near-limitless power supply and commonality has resulted in many Seekers favoring bazookoids as personal weapons, disabling the safety features and adding their own customizations.