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<p>Created page with &quot;{{Infobox Weapon | title = Grandpappy Ping | image = GrandpappyPing.png | link = Grandpappy Ping | type = Semi-Auto Rifle | rarity = Rare | slot = Primary | source = Mystery Box | first = DEAD (v1.0) | damage = 8 per shot | damage_pct = 35 | rof = 80 rps (burst) | rof_pct = 65 | sustain = 27.83 DPS | sustain_pct = 40 | magazine = 8 | reload = 1.50s (90f) | rec...&quot;</p> <p><b>New page</b></p><div>{{Infobox Weapon<br /> | title = Grandpappy Ping<br /> | image = GrandpappyPing.png<br /> | link = Grandpappy Ping<br /> | type = Semi-Auto Rifle<br /> | rarity = Rare<br /> | slot = Primary<br /> | source = Mystery Box<br /> | first = DEAD (v1.0)<br /> <br /> | damage = 8 per shot<br /> | damage_pct = 35<br /> | rof = 80 rps (burst)<br /> | rof_pct = 65<br /> | sustain = 27.83 DPS<br /> | sustain_pct = 40<br /> | magazine = 8<br /> | reload = 1.50s (90f)<br /> | recoil = Medium-High<br /> | recoil_pct = 45<br /> | proj_speed = 3 units<br /> <br /> | upgrade_name = Pongpappy<br /> | upgrade_cost = 1700 points<br /> | upgrade_note = Higher damage and slightly faster reloads.<br /> | notes = M1 Garand-inspired rifle with signature “ping” reload.<br /> }}<br /> <br /> [[Category:Weapons]]<br /> [[Category:Rifles]]<br /> <br /> ; Grandpappy Ping (Rifle)<br /> : *“Ping! Music to your ears, death to theirs.”*<br /> <br /> == Overview ==<br /> The &#039;&#039;&#039;Grandpappy Ping&#039;&#039;&#039; is a semi-automatic rifle modeled after the classic M1 Garand. It’s a dependable mid-tier weapon that balances respectable damage with an iconic reload mechanic. While not the fastest or flashiest rifle in DEAD, the Ping has style and staying power.<br /> <br /> == Beast Upgrades ==<br /> * &#039;&#039;&#039;Pongpappy&#039;&#039;&#039; – Damage increase and faster reloads. <br /> * &#039;&#039;&#039;Singpappy&#039;&#039;&#039; – Adds more sustain DPS with quicker cycling and reduced recoil. <br /> * &#039;&#039;&#039;Dingpocalypse&#039;&#039;&#039; – Final form; brutal late-game rifle with absurd fire rate and damage. <br /> <br /> == Tips ==<br /> * Strong headshot potential; precision players get the most out of it. <br /> * Upgrade path makes it a surprisingly good late-game weapon if you invest. <br /> <br /> == Trivia ==<br /> * The nickname “Ping” comes directly from the M1 Garand’s famous clip eject sound. <br /> * The Beast upgrade names are part of a running gag in development.<br /> * Internal dev notes originally listed it as “Rifle”.</div>

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