Maldak's Sidearm

A matte-black projectile firearm associated with Maldak's possession, appearing in multiple contexts: initially clutched in his grip during the coup attempt in the Governor's office (muzzle angled toward the Governor's chest), and later holstered at his hip in the Punishment Dome where he is quickly disarmed. The weapon's compact frame consistently fits Maldak's palm, and its presence escalates confrontations—first as a tool of coercion during the coup attempt and later as a catalyst for an escape attempt when confiscated. The Governor's command 'Put your gun down' and Peri's warnings highlight its role in escalating tension, while the Doctor's intervention and Jondar's boot remove it as a final obstacle to liberation.

4 appearances

Appearances in the Narrative

When this object appears and how it's used

4 moments

S22E3 · Vengeance on Varos Part 1

Doctor forces confrontation with Maldak

Maldak’s sidearm is forcibly wrested from his holster by the Doctor during a violent struggle, becoming the central object of conflict. It embodies Varosian coercion and authority until Jondar’s kick sends it clattering away, removing a primary instrument of control and enabling escape.

Before: Securely holstered at Maldak’s hip during his hallucinatory crisis.

After: Kicked out of reach across the Punishment Dome floor, rendering it temporarily inaccessible and neutralized as a threat.

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S22E3 · Vengeance on Varos Part 1

Jondar and the Doctor seize their chance

Maldak’s sidearm serves as the central object of contention during the struggle between the Doctor and Maldak. Initially holstered, it becomes the focal point of their physical struggle as Maldak’s hallucinations and the Doctor’s goading destabilize his control, culminating with the gun being wrested from his grip.

Before: Securely holstered at Maldak’s hip, fully operational as a tool of Varosian authority.

After: Disarmed and removed from Maldak’s control, neutralized by the Doctor’s intervention.

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S22E4 · Vengeance on Varos Part 2

Sil demands ore prices or starvation

Maldak's held sidearm is prominently raised and pointed at the Governor, enforced by the Chief's command. The weapon symbolizes the coercive power of the coup and the immediate threat to the Governor's life if he resists.

Before: Secured in Maldak's holster, part of his Punishment Dome standard-issue gear.

After: Still held by Maldak, now aimed at the Governor during his confrontation with the Chief.

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S22E4 · Vengeance on Varos Part 2

Flight through the dome's maze

Maldak’s held sidearm remains trained on the Governor and Peri as he refuses repeated pleas to lower it. The weapon’s presence escalates the confrontation, serving as both coercive tool and catalyst for the Governor’s desperate negotiation to spare Peri, symbolizing the fragility of power in the crumbling regime.

Before: Held by Maldak at chest level, pointed toward the Governor and Peri.

After: Remains in Maldak’s grip, position unchanged despite the Governor’s pleas.

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