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| + | *''[[Sonic Dash]]'' {{Cameo}} |
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| + | *''[[Sonic Forces: Speed Battle]]'' {{Cameo}} |
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| + | |creator = [[Smithy the Lion]] |
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|user = [[Whisper the Wolf]] |
|user = [[Whisper the Wolf]] |
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|use = Self-defense |
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|description = A light blue, black, and gray colored weapon. |
|description = A light blue, black, and gray colored weapon. |
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| − | The '''Variable Wispon'''<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://twitter.com/SpiritSonic/status/1020422230008664064 |title=Evan Stanley on Twitter |work=Twitter |date=20 July 2018 |accessdate=20 July 2018 |quote='''Tim Paraxade''': That a Wispon she's holding? / '''Evan Stanley''': Yeah it's her unique weapon, the Variable Wispon. }}</ref> is an object that appears in the ''[[Sonic the Hedgehog (IDW comic series)|Sonic the Hedgehog]]'' comic series published by [[IDW Publishing]]. It is a unique [[Wispon (IDW)|Wispon]] capable of changing its powers and it is the main weapon of [[Whisper the Wolf]]. |
+ | The '''Variable Wispon'''<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://twitter.com/SpiritSonic/status/1020422230008664064 |title=Evan Stanley on Twitter |work=Twitter |date=20 July 2018 |accessdate=20 July 2018 |quote='''Tim Paraxade''': That a Wispon she's holding? / '''Evan Stanley''': Yeah it's her unique weapon, the Variable Wispon. }}</ref> is an object that appears in the ''[[Sonic the Hedgehog (IDW comic series)|Sonic the Hedgehog]]'' comic series and its spin-offs published by [[IDW Publishing]]. It is a unique, prototype [[Wispon (IDW)|Wispon]] that was created by [[Smithy the Lion]].<ref name="T&W3">[[Sonic the Hedgehog: Tangle & Whisper Issue 3|''Sonic the Hedgehog: Tangle & Whisper'' #3]], "Betrayal"</ref> It is capable of changing its powers and it is the main weapon of [[Whisper the Wolf]].<ref name="StH8">[[IDW Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 8|''Sonic the Hedgehog'' #8]], "Silent Support"</ref> |
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| + | When learning of the Variable Wispon, [[Evan Stanley]] knew that it primarily served as a rifle, so she made that the Variable Wispon's core shape. Next, she built parts of the in-game [[Wispon]]s into it, using their shapes to complete the "sniper rifle" silhouette. Lastly, Stanley used the motif of a [[Wisp Capsule]] to provide a visual focus and a easy place for Whisper's team of Wisps to swap out in plain view.<ref name="StH12LetterSquad"/> |
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| + | Noticeably, the Variable Wispon does not transform so much as Whisper just holds it differently; Stanley just visualized how she would hold a hammer or umbrella, and so made sure Whisper would have places mimicing those tools' grips to put her hands.<ref name="StH12LetterSquad">[[IDW Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 12|''Sonic the Hedgehog'' #12]], "Sonic Letter Squad"</ref> |
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==Description== |
==Description== |
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===Features and traits=== |
===Features and traits=== |
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| − | The Variable Wispon is a very unique type of [[Wispon (IDW)|Wispon]] in more ways than one. Unlike standard Wispons, which are designed for clearing out crowds of robots, the Variable Wispon is designed for precision shots which cause less widespread damage, but more intense impacts. In addition, instead of being restricted to using just one specific breed of [[Wisp (IDW)|Wisp]] to power it, it can use the power of multiple Wisp breed. However, it can only house one Wisp breed at a time. Depending on the Wisp powering it, the Variable Wispon can assume a specific weapon mode with its own unique power:<ref name="StH8"/> |
+ | The Variable Wispon is a very unique type of [[Wispon (IDW)|Wispon]] in more ways than one. Unlike standard Wispons, which are designed for clearing out crowds of robots, the Variable Wispon is designed for precision shots which cause less widespread damage, but more intense impacts. In addition, instead of being restricted to using just one specific breed of [[Wisp (IDW)|Wisp]] to power it, it can use the power of multiple Wisp breed. However, it can only house one Wisp breed at a time. When a Wisp is used they become pure energy.<ref name="StH21">[[IDW Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 21|''Sonic the Hedgehog'' #21]], "The Last Minute, Part 1"</ref> Depending on the Wisp powering it, the Variable Wispon can assume a specific weapon mode with its own unique power:<ref name="StH8"/> |
| − | [[File:WhisperPowersIDW.jpeg|thumb|200px|Whisper trying various Variable Wispon |
+ | [[File:WhisperPowersIDW.jpeg|thumb|200px|Whisper trying various Variable Wispon modes, from [[IDW Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 8|''Sonic the Hedgehog'' #8]].]] |
*'''Laser Mode''': This mode requires a [[Cyan Wisp (IDW)|Cyan Wisp]]. In this mode, the Variable Wispon glows cyan. This mode lets it fire laser beams that can shoot straight through lesser [[Badnik (IDW)|Badnik]] armor, although it cannot penetrate reinforced metals. This mode's laser is as well capable of zig-zagging through midair.<ref name="StH8"/> It is worth mentioning that Laser Mode is also the Variable Wispon's natural/default mode when not in use.<ref name="Concept">[[media:WhisperConcept2.jpeg|Concept artwork for the Variable Wispon]].</ref> |
*'''Laser Mode''': This mode requires a [[Cyan Wisp (IDW)|Cyan Wisp]]. In this mode, the Variable Wispon glows cyan. This mode lets it fire laser beams that can shoot straight through lesser [[Badnik (IDW)|Badnik]] armor, although it cannot penetrate reinforced metals. This mode's laser is as well capable of zig-zagging through midair.<ref name="StH8"/> It is worth mentioning that Laser Mode is also the Variable Wispon's natural/default mode when not in use.<ref name="Concept">[[media:WhisperConcept2.jpeg|Concept artwork for the Variable Wispon]].</ref> |
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*'''Cube Mode''': This mode requires a [[Blue Wisp (IDW)|Blue Wisp]]. In this mode, the Variable Wispon glows blue, its gun barrel retracts, and it forms energy constructs in the shape of a hammer's head. This mode turns the Variable Wispon into a makeshift hammer and a powerful melee weapon.<ref name="StH8"/> |
*'''Cube Mode''': This mode requires a [[Blue Wisp (IDW)|Blue Wisp]]. In this mode, the Variable Wispon glows blue, its gun barrel retracts, and it forms energy constructs in the shape of a hammer's head. This mode turns the Variable Wispon into a makeshift hammer and a powerful melee weapon.<ref name="StH8"/> |
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Besides its weapon functions, the Variable Wispon also comes with its own safety lock. The eye of Whisper's mask scope also changes color depending on the Wisp power the Variable Wispon uses.<ref name="Concept"/> |
Besides its weapon functions, the Variable Wispon also comes with its own safety lock. The eye of Whisper's mask scope also changes color depending on the Wisp power the Variable Wispon uses.<ref name="Concept"/> |
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| − | During the [[Eggman Empire (IDW)|Eggman Empire]]-[[Resistance (IDW)|Resistance]] war, [[Whisper the Wolf|Wisper]] used the Variable Wispon to attack enemies from great distances. This allowed her to remain unseen in battle. After the war was over, Whisper would continue to wield the Variable Wispon as her weapon of choice under various circumstances.<ref name="StH8">[[IDW Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 8|''Sonic the Hedgehog'' #8]], "Silent Support"</ref> |
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| − | When [[Whisper the Wolf|Whisper]], [[Sonic the Hedgehog (IDW)|Sonic]] and [[Silver the Hedgehog (IDW)|Silver]] fought some [[Badnik (IDW)|Badniks]], Whisper dropped her Variable Wispon when she got pinned down. Fortunately, her allies kept her safe until she could get her Wispon back.<ref name="StH8"/> When later joining the Resistance and their allies on a mission to liberate [[Angel Island (IDW)|Angel Island]] from [[Neo Metal Sonic (IDW)|Neo Metal Sonic]], Whisper would tinker with her Variable Wispon on the way there. Afterwards, she put it to good use when her team began their mission to break the [[Egg Fleet (IDW)|Egg Fleet]]'s control over Angel Island.<ref name="StH9">[[IDW Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 9|''Sonic the Hedgehog'' #9]], "The Battle for Angel Island Part 1"</ref><ref name="StH10">[[IDW Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 10|''Sonic the Hedgehog'' #10]], "The Battle for Angel Island Part 2"</ref><ref name="StH11">[[IDW Sonic the Hedgehog Issue 11|''Sonic the Hedgehog'' #11]], "The Battle for Angel Island Part 3"</ref> |
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==Gallery== |
==Gallery== |
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==References== |
==References== |
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Revision as of 23:46, 20 July 2020
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The Variable Wispon[1] is an object that appears in the Sonic the Hedgehog comic series and its spin-offs published by IDW Publishing. It is a unique, prototype Wispon that was created by Smithy the Lion.[2] It is capable of changing its powers and it is the main weapon of Whisper the Wolf.[3]
Concept and creation
When learning of the Variable Wispon, Evan Stanley knew that it primarily served as a rifle, so she made that the Variable Wispon's core shape. Next, she built parts of the in-game Wispons into it, using their shapes to complete the "sniper rifle" silhouette. Lastly, Stanley used the motif of a Wisp Capsule to provide a visual focus and a easy place for Whisper's team of Wisps to swap out in plain view.[4]
Noticeably, the Variable Wispon does not transform so much as Whisper just holds it differently; Stanley just visualized how she would hold a hammer or umbrella, and so made sure Whisper would have places mimicing those tools' grips to put her hands.[4]
Description
Appearance
The Variable Wispon is a uniquely-designed Wispon. Instead of being designed after the anatomy of a Wisp, it is instead umbrella-shaped. The bottom of it is hooked to allow users to grip it properly. Along the light gray neck of the weapon are two rounded white, black, and light blue studs. Very noticeably near the end of the Wispon is a large rounded light blue, black, and white piece which has an open segment. The mouth piece is quite long and gray in color, with a light blue end.
Features and traits
The Variable Wispon is a very unique type of Wispon in more ways than one. Unlike standard Wispons, which are designed for clearing out crowds of robots, the Variable Wispon is designed for precision shots which cause less widespread damage, but more intense impacts. In addition, instead of being restricted to using just one specific breed of Wisp to power it, it can use the power of multiple Wisp breed. However, it can only house one Wisp breed at a time. When a Wisp is used they become pure energy.[5] Depending on the Wisp powering it, the Variable Wispon can assume a specific weapon mode with its own unique power:[3]
Whisper trying various Variable Wispon modes, from Sonic the Hedgehog #8.
- Laser Mode: This mode requires a Cyan Wisp. In this mode, the Variable Wispon glows cyan. This mode lets it fire laser beams that can shoot straight through lesser Badnik armor, although it cannot penetrate reinforced metals. This mode's laser is as well capable of zig-zagging through midair.[3] It is worth mentioning that Laser Mode is also the Variable Wispon's natural/default mode when not in use.[6]
- Cube Mode: This mode requires a Blue Wisp. In this mode, the Variable Wispon glows blue, its gun barrel retracts, and it forms energy constructs in the shape of a hammer's head. This mode turns the Variable Wispon into a makeshift hammer and a powerful melee weapon.[3]
- Hover Mode: This mode requires a Green Wisp. In this mode, the Variable Wispon glows green and forms a energy-based hemisphere that sprouts from its gun barrel. In this mode, the Variable Wispon resembles an umbrella and is capable of carrying its wielder through midair.[3]
- Rocket Mode: This mode requires an Orange Wisp. In this mode, the Variable Wispon glows orange and its gun barrel splits apart. This mode makes the Variable Wispon resemble a bazooka, which is capable of firing explosive energy rockets.[3]
- Spikes Mode: This mode requires a Pink Wisp. In this mode, the Variable Wispon glows pink. This mode lets the Variable Wispon shoot solid pink energy balls with spikes covering them. These spiked balls can also be held in midair, thus turning them into spinning sawblades.[3]
Besides its weapon functions, the Variable Wispon also comes with its own safety lock. The eye of Whisper's mask scope also changes color depending on the Wisp power the Variable Wispon uses.[6]
Gallery
Concept artwork
References
- ↑ Evan Stanley on Twitter. Twitter (20 July 2018). Retrieved on 20 July 2018. "Tim Paraxade: That a Wispon she's holding? / Evan Stanley: Yeah it's her unique weapon, the Variable Wispon."
- ↑ Sonic the Hedgehog: Tangle & Whisper #3, "Betrayal"
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 Sonic the Hedgehog #8, "Silent Support"
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Sonic the Hedgehog #12, "Sonic Letter Squad"
- ↑ Sonic the Hedgehog #21, "The Last Minute, Part 1"
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 Concept artwork for the Variable Wispon.
