Street Custom 'Cigarette' Pen Gun

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assault_rifle

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exotic

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exotic

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Catalytic Aerosol Mortar CAM-3 'Lungful'

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Cavitation Pulse Carbine CPC-2 'Bends'

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Dielectric Filament Anchor Drone DFAD-1 'Cobweb'

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Dielectric Hemorrhage Emitter DHE-4 'Blister'

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Electrochemical Dissolution Sprayer EDS-2 'Lacquer'

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Electrokinetic Pulse Drone EPD-3 'Thunderhead'

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Electrochemical Vapor Seeding Drone EVSD-4 'Rainmaker'

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Electrolytic Bone Density Projector EBDP-4 'Chalk'

energy

Electrostatic Adipose Polarization Drone EAPD-2 'Render'

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Electromagnetic Overpressure Charge EOC-8

explosive

Electrostatic Dermal Adhesion Projector

exotic

Electromagnetic Pulse Grenade EPG-5 'Deadstop'

explosive

Electrothermal Chemical Carbine ETCC-5 'Flashpoint'

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Electrothermal Compression Lance ETCL-9 'Ironlung'

energy

Electrostatic Needle Array Rifle ENAR-3 'Porcupine'

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Electrostatic Flensing Projector EFP-1 'Skinreader'

energy

Endolymphatic Pressure Cascade Rifle

exotic

Endothermic Synovial Disruption Rifle ESDR-1 'Lockjaw'

energy

Endocrine Cascade Volatilization Lance ECVL-5 'Burnout'

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Ferroelectric Shatter Sidearm FESA-2 'Gravel'

exotic

Ferrofluid Induction Cannon FIC-6 'Ironbloom'

energy

Ferrofluid Dermal Infiltration Drone FDID-6 'Ironblush'

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Entropic Dielectric Pulse Emitter EDPE-5 'Candle'

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Galvanic Myofibril Lash

melee

Galvanic Marrow Projector GMP-1 'Marrowbone'

cyber

Galvanic Interstitial Fluid Displacement Lance

exotic

Galvanic Disruption Gauntlet GDG-2 'Palsy'

melee

Galvanic Periosteal Fatigue Emitter GPFE-4 'Hairline'

exotic

Galvanic Vapor Diffusion Pistol GVDP-1 'Saltlick'

exotic

Gauss Flechette Repeater GFR-3 'Needlerain'

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Gravimetric Induction Pistol GIP-4 'Undertow'

energy

Arcturus Defense Solutions Cryogenic Projector CP-4 'Frostbite'

A directed cryogenic weapon that projects a stream of supercooled liquid nitrogen at -196°C through a pressurized nozzle, flash-freezing surfaces and causing rapid thermal shock to materials and tissue. The CP-4 carries a pressurized reservoir of liquid nitrogen sufficient for 30 seconds of continuous projection at a range of 8 meters. Frozen materials become extremely brittle — armor plates shatter under subsequent impact, mechanical joints seize, and biological tissue undergoes immediate cryonecrosis. Arcturus developed it for industrial applications involving controlled material embrittlement, but its weapon applications were recognized and exploited almost immediately.

Iron Point Ammunition → Arcturus Defense Solutions

name

Arcturus Defense Solutions Cryogenic Projector CP-4 'Frostbite'

aliases

Frostbite
CP-4
Freeze Gun
Ice Maker

category

energy

manufacturer

Iron Point Ammunition

tier availability

Tier 2+

legality

Licensed — industrial; Restricted — tactical deployment

base technologies

Pressurized cryogenic projection
Directed thermal shock engineering
Controlled material embrittlement

specifications

coolant: Liquid nitrogen at -196°C
projection range: 3-8 meters
reservoir capacity: 30 seconds continuous spray
freezing effect: Surface embrittlement in 2 seconds, deep tissue cryonecrosis in 5 seconds
weight: 6.5 kg loaded
refill: Standard liquid nitrogen, available industrially
nozzle type: Adjustable cone/stream
operating pressure: 15 bar

story hooks

A vault door was flash-frozen and shattered during a heist — the cryogenic projector was found abandoned at the scene, but the liquid nitrogen supply was traced to an internal source within the facility.
Someone is freezing the locks on residential doors in Tier 2 and shattering them to gain entry — the burglaries are efficient and precise, suggesting the operator has industrial cryogenics training.

related entities

Alper Holmberg-Dembele
Arcturus Defense Solutions
Cryogenic Fracture Disbursement Mine CFDM-4

physical description

visual profile	A brutalist industrial projector with a distinctly asymmetrical profile—thick cylindrical pressure vessel dominates the rear, tapering forward into a reinforced nozzle assembly. Reads as aggressive and purposeful, with the aesthetic of repurposed cryogenic equipment retrofitted for lethality.
dimensions	68 cm overall length, 12 cm barrel diameter, 18 cm height at pressure coupling. Nozzle protrudes 8 cm with adjustable cone disperser.
weight description	Hefty and front-weighted when pressurized (6.5 kg loaded). Requires two-handed stability; balanced adequately across the grip despite the forward mass concentration. Cold to the touch even when idle due to thermal conductivity.
primary material	Reinforced aluminum alloy pressure vessel with steel-lined nozzle assembly and carbon-composite insulation wrapping around the reservoir section.
finish	Matte industrial gray on pressure housing, brushed stainless steel nozzle with visible frost buildup and ice-crystal patterns under normal use. Heavy anodized protection showing micro-scratches from field handling.
color scheme	Gunmetal gray primary with cold-silver nozzle; blue accent striping along pressure relief vents indicating cryogenic hazard rating.
grip texture	Double-wrapped insulated textile (aramid-blend) handle to prevent thermal transfer. Textured polymer trigger guard with tactile ridging for gloved operation.
distinctive features	Dual pressure relief vents with blue hazard indicator stripes running the length of the reservoir Pressure gauge with bright red zone marking (overpressure threshold) Adjustable nozzle cone with mechanical detent positions for stream/spray modes Thermal status LED (blue = operational, red = thermal warning) embedded in grip collar Condensation management channels etched into the barrel shroud—ice never forms inside, only exterior frost patterns Industrial-grade quick-disconnect coupling for rapid cartridge swaps Reinforced mounting points for tactical rail accessories (but rarely modified in the field) Manufacturer's caution placard laser-etched near the trigger: 'LIQUID NITROGEN—EXTREME COLD HAZARD'
manufacturer markings	Arcturus Defense Solutions logo (interlocking A and D in a shield) stamped on the pressure vessel near the trigger guard. 'CP-4 FROSTBITE' printed in block letters along the insulation wrap. Serial plate (stainless steel) mounted on the left side below the pressure gauge. Iron Point Ammunition subsidiary stamp on the magazine coupling.
condition typical	Well-maintained industrial aesthetic with visible use. Light to moderate frost accumulation on nozzle and forward sections after firing. No heavy battle scars, but working examples show micro-dents on the pressure housing and worn grip tape. Pressure gauge typically shows mid-range readings on field units. Some users add custom cord wraps or equipment tags—functional modifications rather than decorative.

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Product photography of the Arcturus CP-4 Frostbite cryogenic projector mounted on a dark gunmetal surface, three-quarter angle. Thick ice crystals and frost patterns visible on the nozzle and front barrel shroud, glistening under dramatic cool-toned side-lighting. Pressurized aluminum reservoir dominates the rear, matte gray finish with visible blue hazard striping and a red pressure gauge glowing subtly. Insulated grip with worn aramid-textile wrapping in sharp focus. Industrial neo-noir aesthetic—clean but brutalist, corporate equipment repurposed for combat. Cold blue highlights contrasting against metallic shadows. Subtle ambient cryogenic mist around the nozzle. Shot against black composite background with stainless steel accents. Studio lighting emphasizing thermal danger. --ar 3:2 --v 6

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