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E-Web heavy repeating blaster

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E-Web heavy repeating blaster

Production information

Manufacturer

Model

E-Web

Type

Heavy repeating blaster^[2]

Cost

8,000credits(available for military use only)^[2]

Physical and technical specifications

Size

Two-handed weapon if mounted on a tripod^[2]
Too large to use if carried^[2]

Weight

38kg^[2]

Capacity

Unlimited shots as long as it is connected to apower generator^[2]

Range

Up to 200meters(optimum)^[3]
750 meters(maximum)^[4]

Usage and history

Affiliation

"Keep your heads down or that E-Web will take them off!"

―Reyé Hollis at theBattle of Hoth^[3]

TheE-Web was aheavy repeating blaster manufactured byBlasTech Industries. It was one of the most powerfulrepeating blasters in theImperial arsenal, and had an optimum range of one-hundred and fifty meters with a maximum range of seven-hundred and fifty meters.^[2] The full name isEmplacement Weapon, Heavy Blaster, but many users shortened this to E-Web.^[7] The original weapon was designed in a joint effort withMerr-Sonn Munitions, which produced the predecessor to the modern E-Web, the EWHB-10. Members of theStormtrooper Corps were trained to utilize the weapon, although its mass made it being carried by a single stormtrooper impossible, mandating that it be operated by two stormtroopers: one for firing the E-Web, and another monitoring and adjusting the generator's power feed to prevent overheating.^[4]

Description[]

"Without a second man it's very hard to shoot an E-Web. There's no fire control, you can't nurse your power supply or watch the cooler, and the gun is awkward to aim."

―Reydon^[8]

An E-Web being prepared to fire during the Battle of Hoth.

The weapon was able to be broken down into parts and carried by a small crew oftroopers making it fairly mobile, but had to be rigidly mounted in order to counteract the effects of its incredible firepower. It took a relatively long amount of time to set up, and required two crew members for optimal effectiveness. One crewer manned the gun, and the other monitored and adjusted theEksoan Class-4T3 power generator. Like many high-yield generators, the 4T3 was prone to overheating and potentially explosive overload, despite its advancedGk3 Cryocooler cooling unit.^[1] Power was fed into the E-Web via a conduit that connects to the base of theTR-62 Autocushion Tripod. The built-incomlink with automatic encryption allowed for secured communication with other units. The computerized fire control and targeting system included infrared andStarVision low-light enhancement for use in night combat. Overall, the E-Web can be transported and assembled for firing within a minute or less, although it will take up to ten minutes for its generator to reach full power.^[4]

An using an E-Web — AnAqualish mercenary using an E-Web

The long set-up time was the E-Web's primary limitation. If the 4T3 generator was "cold," it could take nearly fifteenminutes for the crew to deploy the weapon, calibrate the generator and configure the targeting software.^[1] Some Imperial crews pre-charged the generator before use for faster set-up, but this made it prone to power surges. Thus, the second crew member had to carefully adjust power flow to prevent an overload.^[7] Imperial Snowtroopers onHoth were able to set up and fire an E-Web in a matter of seconds in this fashion.

A single soldier could operate the E-Web, but at greatly reduced efficiency. In such cases, the gunner chose a power generator preset mode, which greatly reduced the rate of fire, but kept the E-Web and its generator operating at safe temperatures.^[9] Its retail price was 8,000credits, a small price to pay from the Empire's infinite coffers.

Maintenance of the weapon required monthly disassembly, inspection, repair, and reassembly.^[4]

E-Web upgrades[]

There were several upgrades to the E-Web on the market, including theF-Web, theM-Web repeating blaster and theEWeb(15).

Two operating an E-Web. — Twosnowtroopers operating an E-Web.

The F-Web added a smallshield generator^[3] that was powerful enough to block fire from small sidearms such asblaster pistols. The shield offered good protection, but it required a third crew member to operate. This model was used primarily in theCorporate Sector.

The EWeb(15) was released the year afterEmperor Palpatine's death. It offered improved fire control and targeting software. With the generator's auto configure setting, the weapon could be set up in less than five minutes. The cooling system was also upgraded to the advancedGk7 Cryocooler offering increased power flow into the weapon without the risk of overheating.^[3] This allowed continuous fire for up to one hour. Many EWeb(15) units were equipped with a shield generator.

TheE-Web rifle was a portable version of the E-Web heavy repeating blaster.

The E-Web itself had some modifications of its own, including a high-fire repeater setting and automated sentry turret modification kit.^[4]

History[]

Pre-Clone Wars[]

The E-Web was used byGranta Omega in an attempt tomurder Jedi Knight Obi-Wan Kenobi. The weapon overheated and exploded, severely wounding Omega.^[10]

Clone Wars[]

TheEWHB-12 heavy repeating blaster was used by clone commandos as a distraction toinfiltrate a Separatist nanovirus facility onQiilura that was producing a nanovirus capable of killing all clones.^[11] It was also used in theBattle of Praesitlyn.^[5]

Galactic Civil War[]

Snowtroopers forces at with the E-Web. — Snowtroopersbattled New Republic forces atPallaxides with the E-Web.

Stormtroopers set up E-Webs to defend backwaterworlds.^[7]

During theGalactic Civil War,Rebel Commander Luke Skywalker took control of an E-Web to shoot down anArmored Personnel Carrier carrying the captured defector,Tycho Celchu. Soon after, he took control of one on aCR90 corvette to eliminate boarding stormtroopers.^[12]

The E-Webs also saw use at theBattle of Hoth^[6] in3 ABY,^[13] in abattle onGeonosis,^[12] and theMission to Cilpar.^[14]

It was used on Tatooine in8 ABY by stormtroopers trying to prevent theMillennium Falcon from escaping.Chewbacca blasted the troopers with an on-board laser cannon before they could set up the E-Web.^[15]

Behind the scenes[]

The E-Web's first appearance inStar Warscanon was inStar Wars: Episode VThe Empire Strikes Back. The E-Webs have appeared in LEGO form, both in real life and inLEGO Star Wars: The Video Game.

There are slight differences in this weapon's range presented in theStar Wars Roleplaying Game Saga Edition Core Rulebook that differ from the range as listed in theThe New Essential Guide to Weapons and Technology. According to the Saga Edition, the optimum range is up to 75 meters and the maximum range is up to 750 meters.