| Electrostatic Grenade (ESG) |
| Plymouth ESG
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| Common Metals Cost | very high | Rare Metals Cost | very low |
| Area of Effect | medium | Range | long |
| Rate of Fire | very low | Concussion Damage | medium |
| Penetration Damage | medium |
The electrostatic grenade (ESG) launcher is a specialized low-velocity projectile weapon. It fires an electrostatic induction grenade with a programmed fuse linked to the vehicle's targeting system. The grenade generates powerful electric fields through a chemical process similar to the one Eden uses to power its Rail Guns. This field induces currents within conductive components of the target, causing extreme heat, arcing, and both welding and erosion effects in metal.
Operational Notes: The ESG weapon fires a grenade that in turn sprays smaller projectiles over an area. These mines discharge an electric shock into any enemy unit that drives over them; friendly units are not affected. The mines lose power and become inert after a short period of time. NOTE: This weapon is available only to Plymouth.