Energy Repulsor Rifles

A specialized directed‑energy weapon that projects a force‑like pulse, pushing or throwing targets instead of burning them. Often called “shunt rifles” or “push guns,” they use rapidly oscillating electromagnetic fields or gravitational wave modulation. An energy repulsor rifle can send a grown person flying into a wall, clear a room by flinging furniture, or non‑lethally disperse a crowd. The downside is power efficiency – pushing takes more energy than burning. Also, Newton’s third law still applies; the shooter feels a kick.

Energy Repulsor Rifles Example: “He aimed the repulsor rifle at the charging berserker. A low thrum, a visible ripple, and the berserker flew backward ten meters into a stack of crates. He wasn’t dead, but he was very confused.”

by Abzugal April 10, 2026

Energy-Directed Repulsor Rifles

A specialized variant of the repulsor rifle that uses electromagnetic fields or microwave pressure waves to push targets, rather than particle beams. Energy‑directed repulsors are often called “shove guns” or “crowd clearers.” They are non‑lethal in principle (though flying into a wall can still hurt). They excel at riot control, boarding actions, and moving heavy objects without touching them. The effect is a visible ripple in the air, followed by a loud thump and everything in the cone being flung backward.

Energy-Directed Repulsor Rifles Example: “He aimed the energy‑directed repulsor at the advancing mob. A wave of pressure knocked the front rank off their feet. The rest hesitated. That hesitation was enough for the police to form a line.”

by Abzugal April 10, 2026