[Could be because he's dead, could be because he quit. Those kinds of questions can wait - either way it's sensitive to someone who's brand new here.]

I was in the Marines back home. Commander, actually. Feels like a long time ago now. This is our standard issue, though.

[He reaches for the holster at his hip and withdraws an antiquated-looking flintlock pistol with a wood stock.]

Never heard the word "laser" before I got here.