Okay, now that we’ve been shown an ever so slight peek as to what’s to come, let’s speculate on what those updates may actually include, shall we?
First, here is the part of the graphic that shows some of the next few updates:
Now of course each update will have a set of emblems, likely armor, and possibly weapons. So some of those areas of speculation may be skimmed over.
Now let’s take a look at each one specifically and speculate. Continue reading
This is a reblog from news.xbox.com:
HFFL: STOP THE PRESSES RIGHT THERE!!
FIREFIGHT IS BACK!!!! (Well, it’s coming back later this year anyway!!!) Continue reading
Okay, you folks may have already read my detailing of this month’s update. Now comes 343’s official word on all things Hammer Storm! Needless to say this is a reblog from Halo Waypoint:
The Hammer Storm content release for Halo 5: Guardians delivers hard-hitting new multiplayer modes and REQs, as well as a new Arena map guaranteed to get any Halo multiplayer fan’s pistons fired up! For the first time in Halo 5: Guardians, you can experience fan-favorite modes like Assault, Grifball, and Fiesta Slayer, and get your Spartan’s hands on classic Halo weapons like the Halo: Combat Evolved Pistol and Gravity Hammer. Hammer Storm is now available as a free and automatic download.
This classic Halo game type has been revamped and makes its way into Halo 5: Guardians in the Hammer Storm update! The objective of Assault is simple – Take the ball to the enemy’s goal to score. It’s important to take down enemies to gain control before rushing for the ball, located in a neutral position on the map. Remember, you’ll be unable to shoot when holding the ball, but that doesn’t mean you’ll be completely defenseless. One melee is all that’s required to take down your foes with the ball, and carriers are equipped with two thrust charges to close the distance fast! Take down enemies, secure the ball, and march into opponent’s base to score points – this is Assault.
Commissioned by Lethbridge Industrial in 2555, Auriga Station served as one of the company’s preeminent research and development facilities. Fitted with the latest in UNSC fabrication systems and Sangheili-procured forges, the station could also carefully disassemble, analyze, and rebuild nearly any piece of recovered technology to aid in reverse-engineering efforts. Stripping bare Lethbridge’s vast archives of secrets and making a mockery of their counter-cyberintrusion suites, Cortana quickly repurposed the loyalties of the station’s resident AI and removed the human crew. Continue reading
This is a reblog from Halo Waypoint:Â
BYÂ JOSHINGTONSTATE
  Last month we learned about a community member’s tragic loss. Adam (aka thecrzedspartan) and his wife Rebecca lost their daughters Trinity and Lena when their lives were claimed by an electrical fire in their family home. As a father, I can only imagine the heartache and pain caused by this loss. In the days following the tragedy, it was inspiring to see the Halo community come together to support Adam and Rebecca in a variety of ways.
In honor of Adam’s family and his daughters, Trinity and Lena, we’ve created the Spartans Never Walk Alone pack. This pack contains the True Light emblem, which is named after the first initial of each of his daughters’ names, and is the first animated emblem to come to Halo 5. All players will receive this pack as part of this month’s free update.
As well we have included a special feature in our new Arena map, Torque. As players look up and scan the stars above, the names Trinity and Lena will be visible in the night sky. These are but small gestures meant to honor Adam’s daughters, ensuring that their memories are always close at hand within the universe he loves.
/Josh
HFFL: HUGE Respect to 343 for doing this! What a tribute!
So you’ve had a chance now to see the whole list of REQs coming with the Hammer Storm update. Let’s take a closer look at each section of the REQs.
First up let’s take a peek at the all NEW multiplayer map Torque!
The first look we had of this was as a concept piece of art from Sparth of 343.
Just revealed earlier today on the Halo Lifestream, comes the FULL list of REQs, armor, weapons, etc. Check it out!
I’m going to break this down a bit in a follow up article. For now enjoy the graphic above.
This is a reblog from Halo Waypoint:
Join us live from 343 Industries, as we reveal an exclusive first-look at Halo 5: Guardians’ February content update: Hammer Storm – featuring new modes, new REQ’s, and some fan favorites. Streaming live Tuesday, February 23 at 6pm EST/3pm PST on Twitch.tv/halo, YouTube, and Halo Channel.
Polygon got this clip of Grifball play in Halo 5. Eight minutes of Grifball goodness!! Check it out!
I can’t wait to play this! It’s one of my favorite casual playlists. (Yes, I know some people take it very seriously…)
This looks bad ass!
This is a reblog from Halo Waypoint:
BYÂ GRIMBROTHER ONE
ISSUE 63
How goes, Halo fans? This week has been a busy one at the studio as we tackled Toy Fair 2016, and are preparing for the impending arrival of Halo 5: Guardians’ next content update, Hammer Storm. Speaking of which, after reading Bravo’s excellent preview last week, more than a few of you inquired about when we might talk a bit about the lore behind some of Hammer Storm’s upcoming aspects like maps and armor. Fortunately, that particular question has a relatively easy answer: Today. So while last week we chatted about some fun fiction that certainly sits on the outskirts of canonical relevance, this week we’ll be moving the needle back much closer to the storytelling sweet spot. Let’s dive in! Continue reading
This is a reblog from Halo Waypoint:
BYÂ B IS FOR BRAVO
Greetings, friends. Another week has passed since the last formal community blog, which means the weekend is here again, and this is cause for celebration. Also worth celebrating is the impending arrival of the Hammer Storm update. Let’s talk about that and more!
As we mentioned last week, based on feedback from across the internet as well as the Halo Community Feedback Program, the multiplayer team has kicked off a permanent social playlist that will feature a variety of offerings. Single game modes (Social CTF, which just went live, for example), variety playlists, new game types, community playlists, and more will all live in this new location. We’ve also been keeping an eye on your feedback on matching/skill matchmaking within social playlists. We hope you enjoy, and we’ll see you online. Hopefully, I don’t end up getting assassinated on the front page of r/Halo again.
HFFL: This is definitely a step in the right direction!
The Hammer Storm update draws near, and we are so darn excited that we’re moving our livestream up to an earlier date. We simply cannot wait until Friday to do this stream. Here are the details:
Hammer Storm Live Stream
Tuesday, Feb 23 at 3:00 p.m. PST
Twitch.tv/Halo & The Halo Channel
HFFL: Hmm, I had heard the update was coming early next week. With the live stream being moved up, I hope it’s safe to say that we will be getting the actual update on Tuesday as well. This is NOTÂ confirmed though.
We’ll see you on the stream, which we’re packing with lots of sweet new stuff like new game types, an Arena map debut, fresh new REQs, and more. Speaking of, though we’re saving some of the stuff for the stream itself, we thought we’d show off some early looks at the upcoming Arena map as well as a few new REQs that are on the way. Continue reading
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Mega Bloks Damage Control Cyclops
Technical Specifications:
Build Time: 1 minute to sort, 203 minutes to  build
Set Piece Count:Â 70
Minifigures:Â UNSC Marine (Black/Red)
Weapons:Â N/A
Accessories:Â Axe, Hatchet, Shovel (All in Red)
Special Features:Â Partially articulated Cyclops, Left Claw partially articulated.
Cost:Â $17
I’m a little late with this one. I actually had the pics of this ready back in November, but it got pushed back, then accidentally forgotten.
And on with the pics! (Click pics to make BIGGER) Continue reading
Mega Bloks Spartan Armor Customizer Pack
Technical Specifications:
Build Time:Â NONE (well, unless you count swapping armor…)
Set Piece Count:Â 66
Minifies: Spartan Defender (Grey with speckles); Spartan Warrior (Blue), then shoulder/chest/helmet sets of: Warrior, Gungnir (grey w/speckles) and Defender, Oceanic (blue)
Weapons:Â Silenced SMG, Halo 5 style Rocket Launcher
Accessories: 2X Armor crates.
Special Features:Â N/A
Cost:Â $8
And on with the pics! (Click pics to make BIGGER) Continue reading
This is a new line from Mega Bloks called Kubros. It covers all of their major lines and a few more. I of course will get the Master Chief and review it here.
Thanks to this vid from FamilyGamerTV we get an early look at Halo Mega Bloks toys showing at New York Toy Fair this weekend.
