Lightning Hawk (RE2 remake)

The Lightning Hawk is a weapon in Leon's campaign in the remake of Resident Evil 2

Location
In Leon's normal campaign it can be found in the S.T.A.R.S. Office Armory on the Western 2nd floor of the Raccoon City Police Department. It is behind the locked door which requires the S.T.A.R.S. Badge USB drive, partially loaded with 3 rounds on Normal.

Gameplay
Using .50 calibre ammunition it is one of the most powerful weapons Leon is capable of weilding. With very high base damage and a high chance of criticals on nearly every target it fires on it is a formidable weapon when shot accurately. It's also capable of piercing through multiple enemies in a row, making it highly effective against crowded zombies. Its exceptional firepower makes it perfectly suitable for difficult targers such as Adult G's eyeball or boss monsters.

As a 7 round semiautomatic it is well suited for quick reloading on the move. Its only weaknesses are its relatively high recoil, making chaining shots challenging, and the infrequency of finding ammunition. As a result, taking care to shoot and knowing when to use it are crucial to weilding it effectively. Rounds are found in 2, 3 and 5 round packages, or 3 can be made by combining two High Quality Gunpowder (Yellow).

Leon can later upgrade it with an extended barrel for further increased firepower and a laser pointer for accuracy.