{"id":21106,"date":"2015-05-15T05:02:42","date_gmt":"2015-05-15T10:02:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/halofanforlife.com\/?p=21106"},"modified":"2015-12-23T20:42:43","modified_gmt":"2015-12-24T01:42:43","slug":"canon-fodder-artificial-antiquities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/halofanforlife.com\/?p=21106","title":{"rendered":"Canon Fodder: Artificial Antiquities"},"content":{"rendered":"

This is a reblog from HaloWaypoint.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

BY GRIMBROTHER ONE
\nISSUE 24<\/b>
\nWelcome to another edition of Canon Fodder! Last week, we took a first look at Halo: Last Light. This week we\u2019ve got another first look \u2013 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\u2019ve got another look into #HUNTtheTRUTH, and a bit-o \u2018nade parade added to the Universe. Let\u2019s get started!<\/p>\n

REMNANT<\/b>
\nIf you were like me, Relic was a map that just \u201crepresented\u201d Halo in all its best ways. Not only did the asymmetrical make for some ridiculously epic CTF matches, but the entire environment itself resounded with the echoes of a once-vast and powerful empire, and spoke in hushed whispers of wars waged long ago. The mystery of it all made for a great example of Halo\u2019s pervasive juxtaposition of evolved combat amidst silent serenity. For me, seeing Forerunner structures like these is made all the more intriguing when paired with the events fans have experienced throughout the Forerunner Saga by Greg Bear. So with your creative appetite hopefully sufficiently whetted, let\u2019s take a look at the description for Remnant\u2026<\/p>\n

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A secluded island, hidden along the coastal regions of Delta Halo, Remnant features a towering and iconic Forerunner megalith, weathered by untold millennia. Resembling other artifacts on Delta Halo, this enigmatic megalith became the site of comprehensive research by Lisbon pioneer groups. Local inscriptions catalogued by the Lisbon pioneer groups indicate that this towering megalith was constructed to pay tribute to Warrior-Servants who perished during the final siege of Forerunner colonies by ancient human invaders. After the Flood had overwhelmed key human strongholds, their incursions into Forerunner territory became violent as they attempted to contain the parasite through preemptive firebreak measures such as planetary immolation. The Forerunners struck back with devastating force, and many lives were lost on both sides.<\/em><\/p>\n

As a War Games map environment, the site\u2019s asymmetric layout and the artifact\u2019s elevated, yet embedded position make it ideal for offense\/defense engagements, including 1-Flag and Assault simulation objectives. Natural rock formations, outlying elements of the artifact, and a localized teleportation device offer an array of combat scenarios and infiltration methods that have been embraced by Spartans since Relic\u2014the original version of this map\u2014was introduced years ago.<\/em><\/p>\n

One might imagine several of these spires scattered across the surface of Installation 05, such as the ones seen in both Relic and Remnant, perhaps with various styles and construction methods to represent different wars, different sacrifices, different ages. Keen-eyed fans will certainly begin to pick out cool little details scattered across the artificial island once the UNSC designers and engineers have finished up their checklists and flipped the switch for inclusion in the War Games simulations. I imagine we\u2019ll have plenty of regular readers that will be looking to play equal parts Spartan and xenoarcheologist once that happens.<\/p>\n

HFFL:<\/strong> I’ve always liked this map. It was one I was hoping they’d remaster. Very happy to see this coming!<\/span><\/p>\n

#HUNTTHETRUTH
\n<\/b>After last week\u2019s events, one might imagine that our pal Ben Giraud wouldn\u2019t be surprised by anything anymore. But that was before Ray resurfaces to bring forth some very interesting news about one of ONI\u2019s \u201ckey sources.\u201d Eventually, the breadcrumbs lead Ben back to retired ODST Anthony Petrosky, and a dark truth Ben never wanted to have confirmed.<\/p>\n

Personally, as a parent, there have been a couple of specific moments in the Halo story that have been a lot harder to \u201cexperience\u201d than others. One that specifically comes to mind is the opening sequence of Halo: Mortal Dictata, in which we experience the kidnapping of Naomi-010 from the perspective of her family. I remember be nigh paralyzed with dread throughout the whole ordeal, Traviss\u2019 words reflecting a parent\u2019s worst nightmare. It put certain things in an entirely new light. In many ways, some of those feelings came flooding back through my headphones as Ben described the undeniably dirty reality of the flash clones produced to replace the young Spartan conscripts. It\u2019s an eye-opening and unsettling angle to be faced with for sure.<\/p>\n

The episode closes with a surprise visitor: FERO has arrived, and has some very specific plans for Ben and his evolving story. Trust me, you haven\u2019t seen anything yet.<\/p>\n

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Of cool note, fans have recognized a very special advertisement showcasing the \u201956 Hog, harkening all the way back to Halo 2 days, when billboards scattered across the streets of New Mombasa advertised the ever-elusive \u201ccivilian Warthog.\u201d Of course, fans\u2019 longtime dreams to commandeer their own golden \u2018Hog finally came true in Halo: The Master Chief Collection, where players can Forge the all-terrain beast into their very own Halo 2: Anniversary map variants. One might assume that more than a few players will soon be taking one for a nice spin around an upcoming island.<\/p>\n

Finally, if you are interested in joining the HuntTheSignal campaign, the Waypoint forums have some awesome threads to help you get started. Check it out!<\/a><\/p>\n

CF SNAPSHOTS<\/b>
\nCF SNAPSHOTS are back with a new assignment! Your next task is to take to the many surfaces of Requiem, and capture the beauty of its diverse landscapes and environments. We\u2019ll be adding a media gallery soon to its Universe entry, and we\u2019d love to show off some community-forged perspectives as well. So kick up, Halo 4 on Halo: The Master Chief Collection, and get some boots on the ground. We\u2019d like to have an example of the various distinct areas and environments that you travel to throughout the Halo 4 campaign and War Games maps, as well as Halo 4: Spartan Ops. There are a number of different locations \u2013 such as Great Anvils, Quarry, Apex, Galileo Base, etc \u2013 and in order to make things easier, try to organize your submissions BY LOCATION. Use this thread here<\/a> to make your submissions!<\/p>\n

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We\u2019ve also created a CF SNAPSHOTS Master Thread<\/a> so that you can keep track of previous assignments if so please.<\/p>\n

HFFL:<\/strong> I’m happy to hear they are bringing back this feature. It’s been missing out of the Halo Bulletin for far too long now. I think it fits better in Canon Fodder anyway.<\/span><\/p>\n

That will do it for this issue. Tune in next time for ever-further glimpses behind the curtains, and enjoy your weekend!<\/p>\n

Until next week\u2026 Live well, play Halo, and don\u2019t forget to mix things up a bit.<\/p>\n

– GRIM<\/strong><\/p>\n

NEW UNIVERSE ENTRIES THIS WEEK!
\n<\/b>PLASMA GRENADE<\/a>
\nCovenant antipersonnel grenade. Intelligently adheres to infantry targets for maximum lethality.<\/p>\n

FRAGMENTATION GRENADE<\/a>
\nThe Frag Grenade is a high-explosive, dual-purpose explosive device used by UNSC forces.<\/p>\n

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