Monthly Archives: May 2015

Halo Community Update

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This is a reblog from HaloWapoint: 

BY B IS FOR BRAVO – 

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It’s been a short while since we last spoke, and as some new goodness is on the horizon, I think it’s appropriate we talked a bit about it. To begin, the additions of Remnant (Relic) and Halo 3: ODST draw nearer, and the team is currently finalizing the exact availability date for these drops. Once locked, we’ll be providing the full details of what’s to come, including the exact timing of the releases, the ODST achievement list, and more. As always, we’ll also be providing the full details of what’s included in the next content update as soon as it’s available.

As I type this, the playlist team also continues to finalize changes for our next playlist update, which is currently scheduled to drop shortly after the content update. There are a few changes inbound, so let’s get to ‘em. Continue reading →

Canon Fodder: Witness Projection

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BY GRIMBROTHER ONE
ISSUE 25
Greetings! Welcome back to another edition of Canon Fodder, number 25 to be exact, can you believe it? Last week we gave you a closer look at the luscious lore surrounding the upcoming Halo 2: Anniversary map, Remnant. This week we thought we’d keep the reveal train rolling and offer some small insights into what’s waiting for you inside the digital pages of Halo: Saint’s Testimony, by 343 Industries’ very own Franchise Development Director, Mr. Frank O’Connor. Also, in addition to another quick update on #HUNTtheTRUTH, we answer a quick query from the community that offers both clever confirmation and agonizing ambiguity. Plus, a couple of lovely little updates to the Universe section. Read on! Continue reading →

HUNTtheTRUTH: Fallen Heroes

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It felt like all of humanity was in mourning. Memorials were everywhere. But it was the one on Biko, where they found Richard Sekibo’s body, that I couldn’t put out of my mind.

HFFL Community night this Friday!

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It’s been some time since I’ve held a community night .  So this Friday starting at 8 PM until 11 PM EST there will be a HFFL Community night on Halo the Master Chief Collection.  Depending on how many people there are we will be playing either custom games or matchmaking .  I do have two maps that I have designed that I would like for you folks to play on and give me your feedback .

HUNTtheTRUTH Episode 8: DRIP, DRIP, DRIP

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FERO drops a bomb that ripples throughout human-occupied space, calling the Master Chief’s allegiances into question. Did the Master Chief do that? Or are there more nefarious elements at play?

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This image has been haunting me ever since I first saw the video from Biko. I feel like the Master Chief is looking right at me. The incident report was bad, but this makes it so much worse. Continue reading →

Canon Fodder: Artificial Antiquities

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This is a reblog from HaloWaypoint.

BY GRIMBROTHER ONE
ISSUE 24
Welcome to another edition of Canon Fodder! Last week, we took a first look at Halo: Last Light. This week we’ve got another first look – this time at the map lore for the upcoming Halo 2: Anniversary map, Remnant, the awesome and gorgeous remake of Relic from Halo 2. Plus, we’ve got another look into #HUNTtheTRUTH, and a bit-o ‘nade parade added to the Universe. Let’s get started! Continue reading →

Halo Toy Review: Mega Bloks Spartan Customizer Pack

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Mega Bloks Spartan Customizer Pack: Set #CNC95

Technical Specifications:
Build Time: 1 minutes sorting, less than 2 minutes building
Set Piece Count: 66
Minifigs: 1 base body spartan with lime green forearms and lower legs, 1 base body spartan with crimson forearms and lower legs, The following 3 armor sets in lime green (each containing a helmet, 2x shoulder pads, chest armor); Soldier, Recruit, Orbital. The following 3 armor sets in crimson (each containing a helmet, 2x shoulder pads, chest armor); Soldier, Aviator, Oceanic
Weapons: Saw, DMR
Accessories: 2X Long crates, lime green crate lid, crimson crate lid
Special Features: N/A
Cost: $8

And on with the pics! (Click pics to make BIGGER) Continue reading →

New Halo Mega Bloks Fireteam sets hitting store shelves!

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Four of the new Halo Mega Bloks sets shown from New York Toy Fair have started hitting store shelves. The following images are credited to Liam Schwickrath. (I did a little retouching to make them less blue in hue)

First up is UNSC Fireteam Rhino.

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This set is very similar to Fireteam Eagle. The disadvantage here is that it has one less figure. That color scheme though is much better, IMO. Continue reading →

Italian Gamestop releases info on Limited Collectors Edition of Halo 5 Guardians!

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First, I want to thank my friend, Mario V. for sending me this info!
As well, I do ask that if you are going to repost this ANYWHERE else, to please give credit to Mario and myself for bringing this information to your attention and your Halo communities. All too often, I post something new without being given credit for passing the information on to others. Much Appreciated.

The following words are using an internet translator from Italian to English. So apologies if anything reads a little strange.

HALO 5 BOOKING GUARDIANS LIMITED COLLECTOR’s EDITION, EXCLUSIVE to GAMESTOP
A premium Edition for collectors and fans of Halo containing the Limited Edition version of the game as well as a commemorative statuette created by 343 Industries. More details on the design will be released later.

Halo 5 booking Guardians Limited Collector’s Edition + Spartan Action Figure without Elmo Locke, exclusive GameStop just EUR 259.98. Normal retail price $ 274.96.

HFFL: Not sure why he’s called ‘Elmo’ Locke? Strange. Continue reading →

The Spirit of Fire podcast episode 16: HtT, eSports, upcoming books and E3!

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Both my co-hosts, Zach and Martin join me for talk of HUNTtheTRUTH and HUNTtheSIGNAL as well as Halo eSports, what we hope versus what we expect to see for Halo from E3 this year, upcoming books and more!

This is a jam packed cast!!

This episode runs about 1 hour 45 minutes. So have a sit back, prop up your feet and have a listen as we chat away about Halo.

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Halo Community Update 5.12.15

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As we get closer and closer to the end of May, the weeks start to blend together. The days get longer, news and announcements slow down quite a bit, and teams across the studio focus in on upcoming experiences. For the Halo 5: Guardians team, this means perfecting the polish and presentation of new, never-before-seen goodness that awaits. Across the studio, the MCC team hammers away on upcoming game updates. I sit somewhere in the middle, furiously running back and forth between the two, checking out what they’re working on, and getting in on as many playtests as I can, including the latest Halo 5: Guardians Arena maps, the stormy shores of Relic and the devastated streets of New Mombasa found within ODST, and [REDACTED], which we’ll be sharing more about later this year.

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