{"id":15448,"date":"2014-06-26T12:33:54","date_gmt":"2014-06-26T17:33:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/halofanforlife.com\/?p=15448"},"modified":"2014-06-26T12:34:47","modified_gmt":"2014-06-26T17:34:47","slug":"halo-bulletin-6-26-14","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/halofanforlife.com\/?p=15448","title":{"rendered":"Halo Bulletin 6-26-14"},"content":{"rendered":"

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In less than a week, we\u2019ll once again be packing our bags for even more warmer weather. As we mentioned just after E3, we\u2019ll be spending our Fourth of July weekend at this year\u2019s Rooster Teeth Expo (RTX), an annual pilgrimage\/celebration of all things Rooster Teeth that we look forward to each summer. We have a bunch of fun stuff planned for those of you who will be joining us on the show floor, as well as those of you who will be participating in the festivities via panel live streams and at-home-on-the-couch Twitter scrolling. Here are some of the things we\u2019ll have going on next weekend!<\/p>\n

Swing by the booth!
\n<\/span>If you\u2019ll be on the show floor, be sure to swing by the Halo booth and say hello! After saying hi, you\u2019ll have an opportunity to pick up some super-limited-edition swag, wearables, and more from our store. But that\u2019s not all!<\/p>\n

HFFL:<\/strong> Well crap. I wonder what the limited edition swag will be. I hope it’s something I can pass on. I’d ask if someone can pick me some of that swag, but I don’t know who all is going. One thing I absolutely abhor is when people pick this stuff up and then scalp it on eBay. (that is to say, sell it for high profit) Much of that swag is free. So while others scalp that kind of stuff, it’s just something I won’t do. If I got it for free, I should give it away FOR FREE. Maybe that’s just me though…<\/span><\/p>\n

Halo: The Master Chief Collection Campaign Demo
\n<\/span>We’ve got exclusive behind-closed-doors demos of Halo: The Master Chief Collection going all weekend. This will be your first chance to see Campaign gameplay, UI, and more. To get an exclusive look, be sure to arrive early each day and hop in line!<\/p>\n

Play-a-Pro<\/span>
\nThis year, with the anniversary of Halo 2 filling everyone’s hearts with love and fond memories, we’ve decided to bring a truly old school competition to the show floor.<\/p>\n

We’re hauling some giant, heavy CRT TVs, original Xbox consoles, several \u201cDuke\u201d controllers and other sundry treats for the First and Only Official Fourth of July 2014 Classic Halo Play-a-Pro Competition <\/em>(we probably need to come up with a better name for it…any suggestions?). Be sure to get in line early for a chance to play one of 343\u2019s skilled Halo champions on a classic throwback setup and win fortune and glory. We\u2019ll also have freeplay during the event, so if you\u2019re just itching to play a Lockout 2 vs. 2 with your friends, you can, because we like you.<\/p>\n

\"xbox-unboxing-175767ea3fa0460583bc297ea487ebf0\"<\/a>The unboxing (or was this re-boxing?!) of ancient relics that will soon be heading down to RTX.<\/em><\/p>\n

Halo: The Master Chief Collection Panel<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

If you find yourself with an extra hour on Saturday, July 5 from 12-1 p.m. CT, we\u2019d love for you to join us for an exclusive look at the development of Halo: The Master Chief Collection. Designers and devs from 343 and Certain Affinity will be discussing the design and vision of the project, with original Halo 2 development stories from lead Halo 2 multiplayer designer\/Certain Affinity president Max Hoberman. We may even have a few surprises in store. Whether you\u2019ll be in the room with us, watching on Twitch, or listening from the hallway with your ear against the wall, we can\u2019t wait for you to join us. We\u2019ll have more specifics and Twitch details next week.<\/p>\n

If you can\u2019t make it to the show, we\u2019ll have plenty of updates, giveaways, and more on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and right here on Waypoint. Stay tuned for updates!<\/p>\n

HFFL:<\/strong> Looks like I’ll be tuned into Twitch at that time. Hopefully they’ll also release a vid on YouTube for this panel.<\/span><\/p>\n

Halo: The Master Chief Collection RTX Panel
\n<\/em>July 5, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM CT
\nMain Hall, Austin Convention Center
\nWatch Live: http:\/\/RTXevent.com\/RTXLive\/<\/p>\n

Halo: The Master Chief Collection Pre-Order Skulls<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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We know many of you are itching for pre-order bonus details, and Halo: The Master Chief Collection has a variety of pre-order Skulls (game modifiers that dynamically affect campaign gameplay) available at various retailers. Below, you\u2019ll find the latest for US pre-orders. If you\u2019re outside of the US, check with your local retailer in your region for available pre-order offers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Skull Name<\/strong><\/td>\nDescription<\/strong><\/td>\nUS Pre-Order Location<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bandana<\/td>\nUnlimited ammo and grenades<\/td>\nGamestop<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Grunt Funeral<\/td>\nGrunts will explode after their death<\/td>\nBest Buy*<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Pi\u00f1ata<\/td>\nEnemies will drop plasma grenade with every melee<\/td>\nAmazon<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

*<\/strong>US Best Buy pre-orders will also receive a Prima Games Multiplayer Map Guide.<\/em><\/p>\n

By pre-ordering at one of the above locations, you\u2019ll gain exclusive access to the corresponding Skull, so choose wisely! After a certain period of time, the Skulls will become unlocked for all players.<\/p>\n

HFFL:<\/strong> YES! That’s the news I was hoping to hear. As I’ve reported not to long ago, those skull will become available in December. With only a month between exclusivity and free access, I don’t really have to consider who I’m going to pre-order from. Given the Prima Guide bonus with Best Buy, it looks like that is where I’ll be getting mine.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

We\u2019ll have lots more juicy info on Halo: The Master Chief Collection (including more info on pre-order Skulls) in the near future. Stay tuned!<\/p>\n

Halo: Escalation #7<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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This week, Halo: Escalation 7 – “The Fall of New Phoenix\u201d – drops into your local comic shops and online! Here\u2019s an intro to the issue:<\/p>\n

Eight months ago, an attack on Earth left seven million dead, including the family of Spartan Gabriel Thorne. Today the city has been opened from quarantine, and Thorne is going home to see what\u2019s left and what it has to do with the Master Chief.<\/em><\/p>\n

HFFL:<\/strong> I reported on this yesterday. Of the seven issues released thus far, this is my least favorite of them. No action, plain and simple.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

This issue is written by our very own Brian Reed, and the cover art<\/a> done by our very own Sparth. We got an exclusive peek at some of the early line art used while pulling the story together. Check it out below:<\/p>\n

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HFFL:\u00a0<\/strong>Hmm, perhaps I should hold a ‘Color Me This’ contest for this?<\/span><\/p>\n

Matchmaking Playlist Calendar Update<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

We\u2019ve got some new Halo 4 Matchmaking playlists on the way this summer! Check out our newly updated calendar below, which can always be found here.<\/a><\/p>\n

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HFFL: Alright! I like this new color choice. MUCH easier to read. About the choices for the rotational playlist:<\/span><\/p>\n

DLC is active right now. So for all of you who may have voiced concern over not being able to play on these maps even though you purchased them, NOW is your chance!
\nTeam Oddball – SWEET! I always enjoy this game type. If you still need to work on the commendations for Oddball, this would be a great time to do it.
\nBig Team Swat – Oy, this will be Fun? Frustrating? A Cluster…? All of the previous? I’ll kindly stay away from this one.
\nCommunity Forge Race – Now this could be a lot of fun or stink. Hopefully the maps chosen will have really been scrutinized for gameplay AND aesthetic. I’ll play in this for sure.
\nExtraction – This game type can be fun at times. Without commendations attached to it, you know you’re going into it for the fun of it. I may play a little of this one.<\/p>\n

In the event that you\u2019re viewing this Bulletin on a tiny screen, we\u2019ve also listed the game types and their featured time periods below:<\/p>\n

July 7 \u2013 July 21: Team Oddball<\/strong><\/p>\n

July 21 \u2013 August 4: Big Team SWAT<\/strong><\/p>\n

August 4 \u2013 August 18: Community Forge Race<\/strong><\/p>\n

August 18 – September 1: Extraction<\/strong><\/p>\n

We\u2019ll have more details for each of the above playlists as their start dates get closer! We hope you\u2019re looking forward to the return of some favorites, as well as brand new playlists, such as Community Forge Race. If you\u2019re aware of some great tracks that are compatible with Halo 4\u2019s Race game type, shoot \u2018em over to me on Twitter<\/a>!<\/p>\n

Silentium Beckons<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Starting at 9:00 PST on Monday, June 30, due to routine maintenance, several features on Waypoint may be unavailable including stats, file share, and other features. Do not despair! We expect this downtime should only last about two hours and we\u2019ll be sure to update you once we\u2019re back in fighting shape.<\/p>\n

Thanks for your patience and understanding. If you have friends who don’t frequent Waypoint or read the Bulletin (gasp!), be sure to let them know!<\/p>\n

Screenshot Spotlight: LightRifle<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Two weeks ago, we turned the spotlight on the Ghost<\/a>. Take a gander at the following LightRifle screenshots, and maybe even find inspiration to make your own.<\/p>\n

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HFFL:<\/strong> Of this gallery, I like ‘Theron’s Prowl’ by Spexil and especially like ‘Snapdragon’ by topsniper707. The Forerunner armor and color choice looks great with the light rifle.<\/span><\/p>\n

For your chance at being in the next spotlight, take a screenshot that features a Rocket Launcher and then tag it with \u201cRocket<\/span><\/strong>\u201d and \u201cHalo Waypoint<\/span><\/strong>,\u201d and maybe, just maybe, yours will be featured in the next Halo Bulletin!<\/p>\n

HFFL:<\/strong> Rolls eye…will I ever submit a screenshot for the spotlight?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

And with that, this week\u2019s Bulletin comes to a close.
\nUntil next week,
\nBravo<\/a><\/p>\n

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