A detailed digital painting of a compact biomechanical energy weapon with glowing fins and an organic nozzle, on a dark background.

A compact, biomechanical energy weapon designed for a sci-fi setting, with a rounded, seedlike core encased in pale bioceramic shell. The weapon has no traditional barrel or trigger. Instead, it features a dorsal loop grip, resembling a flexible tendon ring grown from the back of the weapon, ergonomically shaped to wrap around the user’s palm. Along its spine are fan-like chiton fins or petal-like structures that flare outward when the weapon charges, glowing faintly with internal biolight. The firing port is a sphincter-like organic nozzle covered by a soft translucent membrane at the front, which pulses like a heartbeat and retracts momentarily when fired. The overall aesthetic should feel grown, not manufactured—like a living object or a tool created by an alien biotech culture. Its surface is textured like waxy bone or hardened flesh, with neural conduit lines and slight ribbing along the body. It should look uncanny yet elegant, small enough to be wielded with one hand, but clearly powerful. The weapon is isolated on a neutral or dark gradient background, shown in a way that highlights its curves, the dorsal grip, and the flaring fins. Lighting should bring out organic textures and subtle bio-luminescence. No logos or Earth tech. Atmospheric, painterly sci-fi style reminiscent of Scorn, Blame!, or Moebius. See more