User:Lord Ookami/Blade, Hard-light - Guantlet

"Scares the shit out of the split-jaws. Wonder why . .."

- Commander Jason Wolfe

Description
The Blade, Hard-light - Gauntlet (or BHL-G) is an advanced melee weapon used exclusively by the 122nd Naval Special Warfare Group. It features a knife-like "blade" of blue-white energy, similar to a Covenant energy sword, roughly 33 cm (13 inches) long.

History
Originally found on a Forerunner world, these weapons were integrated into the MITHRIL armor system by the unit's resident Huragok, Tyr. After a series of field tests, the weapons were put to the test during a covert operation on Ariel. After using the blades to silently neutralize a Sangheili patrol, Commander Wolfe and Lieutenant Falco proceeded to exterminate a Covenant camp. When the Zealot in charge of the camp became aware of their presence, he attacked. Commander Wolfe was barely able to activate his blade, blocking the Elite's energy sword - much to the surprise of Commander Wolfe and the Zealot.

Current use
Currently, only the 122nd uses, and has access to, these hard-light blades. Research conducted at ONI's VALKYRIE facility as revealed few clues as to the weapon's operation, and it is doubtful that any attempts at reverse-engineering will be successful in the near future.