So I know a lot of people absolutely HATED "Alien: Resurrection", however I really enjoyed it!

I've been thinking a lot about it lately because I watched Alien: Covenant, so I decided to go into Covenant with the intention to compare it to Resurrection, because a lot of Alien fans think of Resurrection as the weakest link in the franchise.

Anyway, the point of this thread is not about what is good or bad about Resurrection

I'd like to hear some theories or information on the weaponry.

Most of the info I've gathered is from the "Xenopedia - AvP Wikia". However, some of the weapons don't have much information or statistics for them.

Specifically I'd like to hear suggestions or well thought out theories for these:

Zip Gun
http://avp.wikia.com/wiki/Zip_Gun



Round Capacity?
Caliber?
Alternate purposes? - Why is it called "Zip" gun?
Comparable real world firearm?

Draco Double Burner
http://avp.wikia.com/wiki/Draco_Double_Burner



Round Capacity?
Caliber?
Comparable real world firearm?

Lacrima 99 Shock Rifle
http://avp.wikia.com/wiki/Lacrima_99_Shockrifle



Caliber?
Name origin? - Xenopedia states "It is unknown exactly what the name "Lacrima" refers to, although it could be the name of the weapon's manufacturer. The word lacrima means "tear" (as in teardrop) in Italian."
Comparable real world firearm?

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AL Colonial Admin. - Executive Officer (XO) -- 2021-2022
RCCM | Royal Canadian Colonial Marines - Commanding Officer (CO) -- 2021-2022

Read the AL Charter Rules & Regulations: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1i3gd9QUyIqI_6rfk8kpxspbKU-JT4MBAjLPxfCkvGJ8

Page 150 of Perry's book "the Weyland-Yutani Report" covers these weapons, but doesn't give much info. That may be the source of the names you've listed here.

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Thanks for the heads up, retro!

I really wish that the Weyland Yutani Report had a digital version. I have a hard time with handling books (especially large hard covered books) I've been wanting to get it for awhile!

Am I correct in assuming that the info on the AvP wiki I linked is pulled from the book?

I'm trying to reference these in my project so it would be great if I knew what needs to be explored still. I need "stats" (fire rates, capacities, caliber, etc) for these weapons, or if none are available I'd like to create them or explore them with fans.

**EDIT**

While I'm at it, does the WYR cover the black pulse rifle from A3? Is it a different variant of the M41A from Aliens, or is it considered the same, just black instead of brown?

I've always liked the idea of the black pulse rifle as being a different variant (different sound effect, no led ammo counter/black paint - covert/stealth)

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Lt. Melissa L. Klassen, ALG
AL Colonial Admin. - Executive Officer (XO) -- 2021-2022
RCCM | Royal Canadian Colonial Marines - Commanding Officer (CO) -- 2021-2022

Read the AL Charter Rules & Regulations: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1i3gd9QUyIqI_6rfk8kpxspbKU-JT4MBAjLPxfCkvGJ8

Zip guns are traditionally provises firearm built around whatever caliber round has been scrounged up.

The larger the caliber the more likely it is to take your hand off.


If you were already aware of zip gun real world origins I apologize for teaching you to suck eggs.

File under why teenage Jade should never have gotten her hands on .22LR ammunition.

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XO HMS Valhalla; 13th Regt. 1st Batt. "Freebooters" - USCM Flight School "Bus drivers".
"I'm not saying it was Aliens but...."

Haha! I did google Zip gun a few days ago, I updated my thread over on AvP Galaxy but forgot to update this one.

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Lt. Melissa L. Klassen, ALG
AL Colonial Admin. - Executive Officer (XO) -- 2021-2022
RCCM | Royal Canadian Colonial Marines - Commanding Officer (CO) -- 2021-2022

Read the AL Charter Rules & Regulations: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1i3gd9QUyIqI_6rfk8kpxspbKU-JT4MBAjLPxfCkvGJ8