Alyx's Gun

Alyx's Gun is the name of the weapon used by Alyx Vance in Half Life 2, Half Life 2: Episode One, and Half Life 2: Episode Two. It is a automatic and semi-automatic pistol, and is easily concealed. The actual name of the pistol is never given. It is assumed that Alyx made the weapon herself, as it is quite unique in design. The type of ammunition it fires is unknown.

Usage
THe player never uses it, but Alyx obviously does. It fires automatically and seems to do roughly the same damage as a Pistol or an SMG1. The grip houses a magazine with approximately 30 rounds. Alyx has an infinite amount of ammo to use for this weapon.

Tactics
On certain parts of Half Life 2: Episode One and a brief part in Half Life 2: Episode Two, the player is not given any firearms to use, but however does have the company of Alyx. In these cases, use the gravity gun or whatever your weapon is to dispatch enemies. You can also hang back and let Alyx shoot them up, as she has an infinite amount of ammo. Keep in mind that Alyx's Gun does the same amount of damage as a Pistol, and Alyx tends to shoot at the body or feet. So when facing a large number of enemies, remember that Alyx can't handle them all, and that you should pitch in and use what you can.

Trivia

 * Alyx's Gun looks similar to the H&K MP-7 Personal Defense Weapon near the barrel, however it is shortened greatly.