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Spartan Saturday — Terry Hedge

Terry Hedge was the leader of Fireteam Lancer, and notably supported Fireteam Crimson in rescuing Fireteam Switchback on Requiem. Years later on Zeta Halo, a captured Hedge was killed in a trial re-enacting Atriox’s service with the Covenant.

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Starship Saturday — Rothen-pattern fireship

Capable of delivering blows far exceeding its mass, the Rothen were committed to long-range fleets and security detail on the periphery of Covenant space. Their crews were often filled by those who committed crimes in the Covenant.

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Lore Thursday — Pattern-2 composite sword

The Pattern-2 composite sword is a machete master-crafted by Misriah Armory and often used for assassinations. Spartan Hieu Dinh's personal machete, Wolf Fang, was sharpened on Covenant armor and has killed many Banished foes.

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Trivia Tuesday - Limited Edition Boxes

Did You Know that in Dawn, the opening level of Halo 4, you can find several boxes that are modeled after the Halo 4 Limited Edition? Three can be seen floating outside John-117's cryo pod as he wakes up, and more can be found later in the level within an airlock!

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Story Saturday — Another Day at the Beach

After their Pelican was shot down in Old Mombasa, Marcus Stacker's unit was ambushed by a Sangheili, who took their sharpshooter hostage. Using a plasma pistol and a battle rifle, the ODSTs killed their foe, saving an ODST's life.

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Lore — MORRIGAN-class Mjolnir

Created by Naphtali Contractor Corporation based on the sensors used by Jiralhanae Stalkers and Banished raiding parties, the MORRIGAN-class helmet was tested by Spartan-II Frederic-104 during its prototyping phase.

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Trivia Tuesday - Rocket Warthog

Did You Know that one of the early designs for the CE Rocket Warthog was fitted an alternate turret design? This variant can be seen in the E3 2000 trailer and was later the basis for the Gauss Cannon design featured in Halo 2.

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Map Monday — Crater

After the New Mombasa Slipspace Event, Veronica Dare's drop pod landed in Tayari Plaza. She was nowhere to be found when Edward Buck came to assist. Later that day, the Superintendent led Rookie to the plaza to show him Dare's helmet.

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Sangheili Saturday — Raas 'Yajadai

Formerly a warrior within the Covenant military, Raas 'Yajadai served on the High Council by 2552. He was among the group of High Councilors decimated and imprisoned by Thrallslayer at the start of the Great Schism.

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Lore Thursday — Spartan Laser

Created alongside the GUNGNIR-class Mjolnir, the Spartan Laser is one of few known infantry directed-energy weapons manufactured by humans. Its design was reiterated many times, resulting in variants for specialist roles.

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Trivia Tuesday - #IDARB

Did You Know that the chaotic 8-player arena ball game #IDARB featured several Halo themed items in it? A Halo team featuring a one armed Dr. Halsey, a grunt, numerous Spartans, and Mister Chief were center stage in this crossover!

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We recently got to sit down with Haruspis and talk all things Wiki. Check it out here!

We appreciate the opportunity to share our history with and love of Halo, and we also want to thank our community for supporting us over the last 20 years!

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Map Monday — Powerhouse

In 2507, colonists on Reach dammed a river in the desolate region of Ütközet to run a hydroelectric power plant, which powers every settlement nearby. Years later, the plant became a Covenant outpost hosting a stealth pylon.

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San'Shyuum Saturday — Mercy

The High Prophet of Mercy, born Hod Rumnt, was the oldest Hierarch during the Covenant war. In addition to being an authority on the Forerunners and their knowledge, he was also seen as the mediator between Truth and Regret.

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Lore Thursday — Adversaries

Armed with paint pellet guns, the 340th ODST Combat Training Unit participated in exercises with Maria-062 as she tested John-117's Mark VI MJOLNIR armor. Maria easily defeated the 340th's Kilo and Echo Teams in CQB.

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Artist Spotlight - Shae Shatz

During the development of Halo 4 and Halo 5: Guardians, concept art by Shae Shatz helped inform the design of Forerunner terrain, UNSC hardware, and even Sanghelios!

What are your favorite pieces by Shae Shatz?

For more of his art, check out our archive below.