Break-Action Shotgun

The Break-Action Shotgun is one of the more common weapons. It is ranked as a civilian weapon, found comfortably early in the game. The shotgun is a double-barrel, carrying two 12 Gauge rounds. The weapon can be upgraded into a Sawn-Off Shotgun with the help of the Toolkit item

The shotgun is most efficient when used at short range. It is a suitable primary against groups of lower tiered enemies, including Bandits and Ruin Spiders. If used effectively, the Break-Action can provide useful defense against some creatures. If engaging other players with this weapon, it is recommended to shoot at point blank range.

While its strength can be useful in the earlier stages of an adventure, the small number of rounds it can fire can prove to be a disadvantage. The gun can be obtained through commonplace loot chests and is an acceptable firearm to temporarily fill one's primary slot. The Break-Action Shotgun can conclusively be considered a powerful starter weapon, yet cannot be fully reliable to protect one from some of the more advanced areas and creatures. Other weapons such as the SIG SG 516 may easily take its place later on in one's journey.

Crafting
The Break-Action Shotgun can be refined into a Sawn-Off Shotgun with an upgrade Item; the Toolkit. This creates a more powerful version of the original, becoming a more valuable safeguard weapon. While still ranked as a civilian weapon, the Sawn-Off is a considerable improvement from the Break-Action.