Shard shooters represented a distinctive type of Selonian projectile weapon. Unlike typical slugthrowers that relied on conventional methods, these weapons employed electromagnetic force to propel exceptionally sharp crystalline projectiles. Functioning with rapid-fire capability, they unleashed a flurry of deadly shards upon targets. The diminutive size of the crystalline ammunition allowed for substantial ammunition storage, ensuring prolonged periods of continuous firing.
These weapons possessed a sound signature distinct from other projectile weapons, emitting a characteristic high-frequency hum or buzz during operation. Although favored by regional security units on Selonia, shard shooters were seldom encountered beyond the planet's borders, and obtaining the specialized crystalline ammunition proved virtually unattainable. Despite the fact that shard shooters were not prohibited anywhere in the galaxy, individuals transporting them away from Selonia frequently faced scrutiny and interrogation regarding the weapon's characteristics.