Supernova

The Supernova Pulsed Energy Projectile is a non-lethal weapon produced by Europan weapons manufacturer Benelli. It involves the emission of an invisible laser pulse which, upon contact with the target, ablates the surface and creates a small amount of exploding plasma. This produces a pressure wave that stuns the target and knocks them off their feet, and electromagnetic radiation that affects nerve cells causing a painful sensation. While originally meant for riot control, the Supernova was made for the military, so it has improved characteristics.