Issuing guns to characters across the multiverse

"Under no pretext" applies to characters too

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Jessie & James from Pokémon

Taurus Raging Judge Magnum

Taurus PT-22

Prepare for trouble, and make it double; Jessie and James are an iconic duo, known for their quest to capture Pikachu and other Pokémon for Team Rocket. Even though they frequently fail their quest, they do with style. Though they may be part of a notorious organization, once one knows of their modus operandi, they can be reliably defeated, thus making them appear more intimidating than they may deserve.

The Judge is an interesting line of revolvers from Taurus. Designed to use an array of different rounds without requiring the swapping of parts; the most notable of which is its ability to fire .410 shotgun shells. Though intimidating, the .410 shot doesn't exactly have time to build much pressure, making it worse at distance than its other rounds.

This matches well with Jessie's loud demeanor. It looks threatening, but once someone has experience or knowledge it becomes readily apparently the flaws and how to combat it. It doesn't hurt that shotgun rounds out of a revolver are colloquially called "Snake Shot", mixing well with Jessie's affinity for snake-like pokemon.

Contrasting the Raging Judge, the PT-22 is a small .22lr caliber pistol, designed to be carried in one's pocket. Though any firearm is intimidating, the weak round means it's bark can be worse than it's bite.

The PT-22 contrasts the Raging Judge Magnum like Jessie does James. James is know for his disguises pairing well with both this pistols concealability.

Both the firearms and Jessie & James appear more threatening than they are, once you know about their flaws. Jessie and James' failure to capture Pikachu mirrors some of the quality issues that Taurus has been known for in the past. These firearms pair well with this dastardly duo.

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Pearl Krabs from SpongeBob SquarePants

Hi-Point C-9

Pearl is a sweet yet persistent daughter to a notoriously stingy father. As such, anything she gets is usually the cheapest option while being serviceable. That's where the Hi-Point C-9 steps in. If the most bang for your buck be something you wish, then it's hard to look past the C-9. Cheap yet reliable, like most her gifts from her father, this firearm fits perfectly for Pearl. Plus the massive size and flat nose work make a great match.

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Padparadscha from Steven Universe

Fusil Mitrailleur Modele 1915 CSRG

or as its more commonly known, the

Chauchat

This gem is typically seen as defective, a detriment, and a failure due to issues with her foresight. However her late predictions prove useful to reset the mood and provide clarity to those around her.

She deserves an equally misunderstood firearm, the Chauchat. Derided for mechanical malfunctions it's name has become synonymous with poor design in the firearms world. However much of this is due to design specifications changing and the American military requiring a new variant for for it's own use, with a more powerful round that the Chauchat was not originally designed to handle.

While they both have their flaws, they also helped save their allies, whether they're fighting the Axis powers of World War 1 or the Great Diamond Authority

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Giovanni from Pokémon

Browning Hi-Power (Polished Silver)

Giovanni is a classic evil businessman; threatening yet calm, highly respected in his organization, and refined taste.

The Hi-Power suits him well; it's a beloved, no-nonsense pistol for the practical man of it's time. A polished finish elevates this classic from a firearm for the everyman, to one that you can also flex some of your wealth with. Perfect for threatening both your underlings and enemies, without appearing too brutish.

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Chang Wufei from Mobile Suit Gundam Wing

Brügger & Thomet MP9

This pilot seems to be a bit hot headed with a penchant for fighting in close quarters. Therefore, I assign him the Brügger & Thomet MP9, a respectable machine pistol with a high rate of fire, perfect for those close encounters.