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Adamantium is a virtually indestructible man-made steel alloy which does not occur in nature and whose exact chemical composition is a United States government classified secret.
A wheeled vehicle with light armor and often with a turret mounted autocannon, tank gun and/or machine gun. Not intended for heavy combat, armored cars are generally used for transport or reconnaissance.
The APC lends protection from small-arms fire to infantry units in transit. An element of 20th and 21st century warfare, it is often depicted in futuristic settings.
Assault Rifle refers to a basic design of a weapon that combines the abilities of older long-range rifles and the rapid fire of sub-machine guns. Common designs include the M-16, M-4, AK47 (and 74), and the L85A1.
A piece of cloth worn on the head, often worn by soldiers to keep sweat out of their eyes. Can also be worn around the neck and used to cover the face to hide one's identity.
A barrel is a hollow cylindrical container, traditionally made of wood staves and bound with iron hoops. In video games, it is used in many ways to fill up a level or even be used in one. They also may explode. Use caution when around barrels.
A baton is a weapon used mainly for law enforcement. Kurtis Stryker from the Mortal Kombat series uses a baton.
Belts in games range from magical objects that confer special abilities to decorative adornments.
The most common weapon in the Star Wars universe and a staple weapon for most sci-fi games.
A self defense weapon. The asians were first to develop a fighting style based around it.
A weapon or tool that can be thrown and then returned to the user.
The bread and butter of any self respecting archer, the bow is a stereotypical ranged weapon of olden times and fantasy settings.
The kind of bumper that is often featured in pinball games. If a character touches it, he or she will likely get knocked around as well.
Also known as a cloak. Commonly worn by superheroes, the cape is a very popular object. In certain games, capes can be used to give players the power of flight or invisibility.
Skin-tight garments that cover the torso, arms, and legs. They are primarily worn by women and usually made from lycra, spandex, leather, latex, or PVC.
A stabbing and slashing weapon used by video game characters. Can sometimes be extracted from dead animals.
A computer is a common object in video games. They can be used for many purposes; to trigger objects - such as a lift or a bomb, gather information, or even to play games.
Crates sometimes contain things!
Crowbars are commonly used to open nailed wooden boxes. They are also, however, excellent weapons. Epitomised in the phrase: "Aliens have invaded the Earth. Here's a goddamn crowbar."
Doors are a common object in most video games, as well as the keys and objects needed to open them. From role playing to shooters, doors are an important component of many games.
The energy force shield is a common element found in science fiction. By encasing an object in a bubble of energy, whether it be a single person or an entire city, the object is protected from its environment. Some energy shields deflect projectiles, lasers and radiation, or anything conceivable.
Similar to exploding barrels. Found in many action games and platformers, usually explode when hit, shot, or smacked.
An explosive is any weapon or device designed to cause an explosion, whether it be a frag grenade, TNT, or a nuclear bomb.
Usually, eyepatches indicate that the wearer has a severe eye disease or has suffered a serious eye injury. Often the implication is that the wearer is habitually involved in dangerous situations. Eyepatches are frequently associated with pirates.
Above ground docking bay for fire hoses.
A ball of hot flickering fire. Usually thrown from the hero's hand into the squealing face of the enemy.
A popular weapon that is used in many shooters. The flamethrower is considered one of the most unique ways to defeat a foe.
A Gatling gun is a machine gun that uses multiple rotating barrels to rapidly fire bullets. Commonly mounted on vehicles or gunships, some larger characters may carry a hand held version.
Gliders take many forms, including the primary means of transportation for the Green Goblin, or a light, engineless plane.
Goggles are used to protect the user's eyes.
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