The history of the Vector 9, colloquially known as the Quickdraw, traces its origins back centuries to the foundational technology that would eventually be refined into this ubiquitous firearm. During humanity's early expansion phases, this technology culminated in the C-Sec 4, a designated sidearm for security personnel on burgeoning trade vessels. It quickly became a ubiquitous protective measure, effectively combating piracy across vast interstellar routes.
The catastrophic event known as the Sundering brought an end to this era of stability and widespread use. In the aftermath, remnants of old-world technology were painstakingly salvaged, leading to the crucial development of the Vector 9's unique focusing lens. This period marked a significant technological leap in small arms design.
Following this widespread collapse, the Trade Constellation made a pivotal discovery: fabrication blueprints for the C-Sec 4 within a databank on a derelict freighter in Sector 36. Recognizing its potential, they began manufacturing the pistol in bulk to arm their merchant marines and private security forces. The weapon, now known as the Vector 9, was particularly prized for its hair-trigger capacitor system, allowing for the first shot to be discharged milliseconds after drawing.
More recently, the clandestine workshops of the Mortal Veil black market have introduced unauthorized modifications. These upgrades notably involve swapping the focusing lens for overclocking capabilities, enhancing the weapon's destructive potential. Amidst these modifications, a known defect has evolved into a surprising feature.
When fired at maximum cycle capability, the focusing lens creates a harmonic resonance—a low-frequency pulse that, while damaging to the gun's barrel, is capable of destabilizing and disrupting basic kinetic energy shields. This unique attribute has made the Quickdraw a surprising favorite among anti-heroes facing better-equipped Dominion troopers. Currently, the Vector 9 remains in active circulation, serving as standard issue for Trade Constellation security forces and is widely looted by Pirates across the galaxy.
