Alternative name: Plasma Torch/Plasma Thrower. Plasma, as an ionized gas would still conform to the essential movement requirement of a flame thrower, could be different elemental damagetypes, fits in with the general sci-fi theme, and would justify it weighing less/faster movement than a standard heavy weapon which would be essential for a close range heavy weapon. That said I don't think its a good idea as shotguns and fusion rifles are plenty dominant at close range, and as a PvP focused player I'd like some more content geared towards more mid to long range combat. Haven't had a chance to use any of my scout rifles in ages!