Arc Mines are powerful proximity-based mines that will incinerate anything unfortunate enough to get caught in its attack radius. The effect is similar to a Wall of Light or Arc Pylon. Daud has access to these devices, and they are featured in The Knife of Dunwall and The Brigmore Witches DLC.
Function
The function of the mine is to incinerate anyone within range, and because it contains two charges, it can be used to take down multiple enemies.
Notes
- Arc mines may be placed on throwable objects, such as glass bottles, to create makeshift ranged weapons. Simply attach the mine to the object and throw it.
- While the mine is attached to this object, it will behave normally, meaning it will strike any enemy who gets close enough, even while the object remains in Daud's hands.
- As long as an arc mine has not used one of its charges it can be retrieved.
- If an Arc Mine is placed directly on a person and goes off, it will incinerate the person and itself regardless of whether or not it has extra charges, thus making it a one-use item in such instances.
- Daud should take care when placing the mine, as it has no way of determining friend from foe and will zap everyone in its range.
- Like the Stun Mine, the Arc Mine takes approximately two seconds to become armed once placed on a surface. This process is accompanied by a faint charging sound and a change of color from yellow to blue.
Upgrades
- Through the use of the Compact Arc Amplifier blueprints, arc mines can be upgraded to hold multiple charges.
- Daud can also get an upgrade to carry more arc mines on his person.
Trivia
- The Arc Mine was originally a weapon designed for the City Watch to use against striking employees at the Rothwild Slaughterhouse.
- Hiram Burrows praises the Arc Mine, describing it as "Lovely and terrifying, with nothing left to wipe up."[1]
Audio
Description | Sound effect |
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Arc Mine zap | |
Arc Mine zap (2) | |
Arc Mine zap (3) | |
Arc Mine tick | |
Arc Mine static | |
Arc Mine charge-up | |
Arc Mine explosion |
Gallery
References
Equipment in The Knife of Dunwall and The Brigmore Witches | |
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Weapons | |
Ammunition | |
Gadgets |
Arc Mine • Chokedust • Grenade • Stun Mine • Rewire Tool |
Elixirs | |
Mystical Items | |
Others |
Blueprints • Coin • Food |