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|variant= | |variant=[[Volatile Skewer]] | ||
|service=*Before the [[Jiralhanae]]'s alliance with the [[Covenant]]{{Ref/Reuse|CFShowcase}} | |service=*Before the [[Jiralhanae]]'s alliance with the [[Covenant]]{{Ref/Reuse|CFShowcase}} | ||
*[[Post-Covenant War conflicts]]{{Ref/ | *[[Post-Covenant War conflicts]]{{Ref/Game|Id=hinf|HInf|Gameplay}} | ||
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|ammotype= | |ammotype=Armor-piercing spike ammunition{{Ref/Reuse|EN}} | ||
|feed=Muzzle-loaded{{Ref/ | |feed=Muzzle-loaded spear{{Ref/Reuse|EN}}{{Ref/Note|''[[Sacrifice]]'', the short story included in certain copies of ''[[Halo: Shadows of Reach]]'', described the Skewer as magazine-fed. However, gameplay from ''[[Halo Infinite]]'' later proved this false. It is possible that the Skewer was originally intended to be magazine-fed, but was redesigned after the story was published.}} | ||
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{{ | {{Article quote|Bold and brutal, this Banished weapon fires a single massive armor-piercing harpoon. It has proven useful in hunting both beast and machine on Zeta Halo.{{Ref/Game|Id=forge|HINF|Forge - Skewer description|Quote=Bold and brutal, this Banished weapon fires a single massive armor-piercing harpoon. It has proven useful in hunting both beast and machine on Zeta Halo.}}}} | ||
The '''Flaktura Workshop Heavy Speargun'''{{Ref/Reuse|EN}} | The '''Flaktura Workshop Heavy Speargun''',{{Ref/Reuse|EN}} also known as the '''Skewer''', is an infantry-portable anti-tank spike weapon employed by the [[Jiralhanae]], notably the [[Banished]].{{Ref/Novel|Id=Sacrifice|HSOR|Section=Adjunct|Detail=[[Sacrifice]]}}{{Ref/Novel|Id=SOR12|HSOR|Chapter=12}}{{Ref/Reuse|CFShowcase}} | ||
==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
===Design details=== | ===Design details=== | ||
{{Quote|Please never ever get Skewered.|[[FRET]] during a [[War Games]] simulation.{{Ref/Game|Id=Hi|Hi|[[Personal AI]] dialogue}}}} | |||
The Skewer is an anti-tank weapon employed by Banished [[Jiralhanae]], with such operators known as "Skewer-bearers".{{Ref/Reuse|SOR12}} The launcher fires a "rocket-sized" spike capable of piercing through the armor of a [[tank|main battle tank]], or punch through the [[energy shielding|energy shields]] and titanium shell of [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor (GEN3)|GEN3 MJOLNIR]] armor, even from range.{{Ref/Reuse|SOR12}}{{Ref/Reuse|CFShowcase}} The launcher has an emitter of some kind, likely of [[Gravitics|gravitic]] operation similar to other Jiralhanae [[Paegaas Workshop Spiker|spike weaponry]], which is used to launch the spike round and can be intensified{{Ref/Reuse|Sacrifice}} - presumably to adjust the muzzle velocity of the fired projectile. The Skewer was manufactured by the [[Forge of Teash (location)|Forge of Teash]] and developed by the Flaktura workshop.{{Ref/Reuse|EN}} | The Skewer is an anti-tank weapon employed by Banished [[Jiralhanae]], with such operators known as "Skewer-bearers".{{Ref/Reuse|SOR12}} The launcher fires a "rocket-sized" spike capable of piercing through the armor of a [[tank|main battle tank]], or punch through the [[energy shielding|energy shields]] and titanium shell of [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor (GEN3)|GEN3 MJOLNIR]] armor, even from range.{{Ref/Reuse|SOR12}}{{Ref/Reuse|CFShowcase}} The launcher has an emitter of some kind, likely of [[Gravitics|gravitic]] operation similar to other Jiralhanae [[Paegaas Workshop Spiker|spike weaponry]], which is used to launch the spike round and can be intensified{{Ref/Reuse|Sacrifice}} - presumably to adjust the muzzle velocity of the fired projectile. The Skewer was manufactured by the [[Forge of Teash (location)|Forge of Teash]] and developed by the Flaktura workshop.{{Ref/Reuse|EN}} | ||
When ready to fire, the Skewer's spike projectile in the barrel can be seen sticking out of the weapon; underneath the barrel is a sword-length bayonet.{{Ref/Reuse|SOR12}} When used against infantry, the force of the projectile impact is enough to send the target flying back, or knock them off elevated surfaces.{{Ref/Reuse|Sacrifice}} They can also be used as anti-air weapons, with the spikes capable of penetrating the armored cockpit of a [[Phantom]] dropship.{{Ref/Novel|HSOR|Section=Adjunct|Detail=Sacrifice|Quote=[Choros launched] his Skewer's immense spikes at an attacking Phantom's closed cockpit. One must have struck true, because the ship suddenly canted, slamming into the platform and then falling into darkness.}} Interestingly, when wielded by the large Skewer-bearers, it resembles an assault rifle, whilst human users instead hoist it over the shoulder like a rocket launcher. | When ready to fire, the Skewer's spike projectile in the barrel can be seen sticking out of the weapon; underneath the barrel is a sword-length bayonet.{{Ref/Reuse|SOR12}} When used against infantry, the force of the projectile impact is enough to send the target flying back, or knock them off elevated surfaces.{{Ref/Reuse|Sacrifice}} They can also be used as anti-air weapons, with the spikes capable of penetrating the armored cockpit of a [[Phantom]] dropship.{{Ref/Novel|HSOR|Section=Adjunct|Detail=Sacrifice|Quote=[Choros launched] his Skewer's immense spikes at an attacking Phantom's closed cockpit. One must have struck true, because the ship suddenly canted, slamming into the platform and then falling into darkness.}} Interestingly, when wielded by the large Skewer-bearers, it resembles an assault rifle, whilst human users instead hoist it over the shoulder like a rocket launcher. | ||
===Development history=== | ===Development history=== | ||
The Skewer's design is a traditional one of [[Jiralhanae]] origin, predating the Brutes' joining of the [[Covenant]] hegemony.{{Ref/Site|Id=CFShowcase|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/showcase-sensitive|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Canon Fodder - Showcase Sensitive|D=16|M=6|Y=2021}} | The Skewer's design is a traditional one of [[Jiralhanae]] origin, predating the Brutes' joining of the [[Covenant]] hegemony circa [[2492]].{{Ref/Site|Id=CFShowcase|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/showcase-sensitive|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Canon Fodder - Showcase Sensitive|D=16|M=6|Y=2021}} | ||
===Usage=== | ===Usage=== | ||
Skewers are operated by Banished Skewer-bearers. Ostensibly intended for an anti-tank role, Jiralhanae troops frequently take glee in using them as mortars to devastating effect against enemy infantry.{{Ref/Reuse|SOR12}}{{Ref/Reuse|CFShowcase}} | Skewers are operated by Banished Skewer-bearers. Ostensibly intended for an anti-tank role, Jiralhanae troops frequently take glee in using them as mortars to devastating effect against enemy infantry.{{Ref/Reuse|SOR12}}{{Ref/Reuse|CFShowcase}} The Jiralhanae [[Choros]] wielded a Skewer during the [[Raid on Anodyne Spirit|raid]] on the [[keyship]] ''[[Anodyne Spirit]]'' during the [[Second Ark Conflict]].{{Ref/Reuse|Sacrifice}} Later, several Skewers were employed by Banished forces on [[Reach]] during [[Operation: WOLFE]].{{Ref/Reuse|SOR12}} During the [[Battle for Zeta Halo]] in [[2560]], the Skewer was employed by [[Jiralhanae Sniper]]s in the Banished.{{Ref/Reuse|hinf}} The weapon was used for both hunting and anti-vehicular combat.{{Ref/Reuse|forge}} | ||
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= | *'''[[Volatile Skewer]]''': A modified version of the Skewer that fires an explosive spike.{{Ref/Game|HINF|Forge - Volatile Skewer description|Quote=Skewer refitted to fire an explosive spike that detonates on impact.}} | ||
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File:HINF Skewer Volatile Crop.png|Volatile Skewer | |||
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==Gameplay== | ==Gameplay== | ||
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During the level ''[[The Command Spire]]'', a Skewer is present on a weapon's rack and is extremely useful against the three [[Eklon'Dal Workshop Phantom|Banished Phantom]]s that will attack, particularly as there is an ammo supply next to it that can be used to reload the weapon multiple times. | During the level ''[[The Command Spire]]'', a Skewer is present on a weapon's rack and is extremely useful against the three [[Eklon'Dal Workshop Phantom|Banished Phantom]]s that will attack, particularly as there is an ammo supply next to it that can be used to reload the weapon multiple times. | ||
==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
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===Screenshots=== | ===Screenshots=== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
File:HINF SkewerFP.png|The Skewer | File:HINF Marine skewer.png|A marine carrying a Skewer. | ||
File:HINF BlueBruteSniper.png|A [[Jiralhanae Sniper]] armed with a Skewer. | |||
File:HINF SkewerFP.png|First-person view of the Skewer. | |||
File:HINF Skewer scope.png|The Skewer's targeting scope. | |||
File:HINF Skewer reloading.png|First-person view of the Skewer being reloaded. | |||
File:HINF CQBSkewer.png|A [[Spartan-IV]] reloading a Skewer in ''Halo Infinite''{{'}}s multiplayer. | File:HINF CQBSkewer.png|A [[Spartan-IV]] reloading a Skewer in ''Halo Infinite''{{'}}s multiplayer. | ||
File:HINF-Skewer firing.png|A Skewer being fired | File:HINF-Skewer firing.png|A Skewer being fired | ||
File:HINF Skewer Projectile.png|A close-up view of the Skewer's projectile in flight. | File:HINF Skewer Projectile.png|A close-up view of the Skewer's projectile in flight. | ||
File:HINF Skewer Reload.png|Another third-person view of a Spartan reloading the Skewer. | File:HINF Skewer Reload.png|Another third-person view of a Spartan reloading the Skewer. | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
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The Flaktura Workshop Heavy Speargun,[1] also known as the Skewer, is an infantry-portable anti-tank spike weapon employed by the Jiralhanae, notably the Banished.[7][3][4]
Overview
Design details
The Skewer is an anti-tank weapon employed by Banished Jiralhanae, with such operators known as "Skewer-bearers".[3] The launcher fires a "rocket-sized" spike capable of piercing through the armor of a main battle tank, or punch through the energy shields and titanium shell of GEN3 MJOLNIR armor, even from range.[3][4] The launcher has an emitter of some kind, likely of gravitic operation similar to other Jiralhanae spike weaponry, which is used to launch the spike round and can be intensified[7] - presumably to adjust the muzzle velocity of the fired projectile. The Skewer was manufactured by the Forge of Teash and developed by the Flaktura workshop.[1]
When ready to fire, the Skewer's spike projectile in the barrel can be seen sticking out of the weapon; underneath the barrel is a sword-length bayonet.[3] When used against infantry, the force of the projectile impact is enough to send the target flying back, or knock them off elevated surfaces.[7] They can also be used as anti-air weapons, with the spikes capable of penetrating the armored cockpit of a Phantom dropship.[9] Interestingly, when wielded by the large Skewer-bearers, it resembles an assault rifle, whilst human users instead hoist it over the shoulder like a rocket launcher.
Development history
The Skewer's design is a traditional one of Jiralhanae origin, predating the Brutes' joining of the Covenant hegemony circa 2492.[4]
Usage
Skewers are operated by Banished Skewer-bearers. Ostensibly intended for an anti-tank role, Jiralhanae troops frequently take glee in using them as mortars to devastating effect against enemy infantry.[3][4] The Jiralhanae Choros wielded a Skewer during the raid on the keyship Anodyne Spirit during the Second Ark Conflict.[7] Later, several Skewers were employed by Banished forces on Reach during Operation: WOLFE.[3] During the Battle for Zeta Halo in 2560, the Skewer was employed by Jiralhanae Snipers in the Banished.[5] The weapon was used for both hunting and anti-vehicular combat.[6]
Variants
- Volatile Skewer: A modified version of the Skewer that fires an explosive spike.[10]
Volatile Skewer
Gameplay
Halo Infinite
The Skewer is a powerful anti-materiel rifle that fires 1 round, similar to the Railgun minus the splash damage and charge-up delay. It is capable of destroying light and air vehicles in 1 or 2 shots and pushing back heavy vehicles. In the campaign, the Skewer is wielded exclusively by Jiralhanae Snipers. In multiplayer, it is capable of killing a Spartan in 1 hit regardless of the location of its body.
During the level The Command Spire, a Skewer is present on a weapon's rack and is extremely useful against the three Banished Phantoms that will attack, particularly as there is an ammo supply next to it that can be used to reload the weapon multiple times.
Trivia
Despite the in-game informational pop-up describing the skewer as breach-loaded it is, in fact, muzzle-loaded.
Gallery
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Concept art
Early concept art exploration of the Skewer for Halo Infinite.
More concept art approaching the final design.
Finalized concept art of the Skewer in Halo Infinite.
Finalized concept art showing the Skewer from various angles.
Screenshots
A marine carrying a Skewer.
A Jiralhanae Sniper armed with a Skewer.
First-person view of the Skewer.
The Skewer's targeting scope.
First-person view of the Skewer being reloaded.
A Spartan-IV reloading a Skewer in Halo Infinite's multiplayer.
A Skewer being fired
A close-up view of the Skewer's projectile in flight.
Another third-person view of a Spartan reloading the Skewer.
List of appearances
- Halo: Shadows of Reach (First appearance)
- Become
- Halo Infinite
- Halo: The Rubicon Protocol
Notes
- ^ Sacrifice, the short story included in certain copies of Halo: Shadows of Reach, described the Skewer as magazine-fed. However, gameplay from Halo Infinite later proved this false. It is possible that the Skewer was originally intended to be magazine-fed, but was redesigned after the story was published.
Sources
- ^ a b c d e f g Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition), page 475
- ^ Halo Support, Halo Infinite Weapon, Equipment, and Vehicle Inventory (Retrieved on May 5, 2023) [archive]
- ^ a b c d e f g Halo: Shadows of Reach, chapter 12
- ^ a b c d e Halo Waypoint, Canon Fodder - Showcase Sensitive (Retrieved on Jun 16, 2021) [archive]
- ^ a b Halo Infinite, Gameplay
- ^ a b Halo Infinite, Forge - Skewer description: "Bold and brutal, this Banished weapon fires a single massive armor-piercing harpoon. It has proven useful in hunting both beast and machine on Zeta Halo."
- ^ a b c d Halo: Shadows of Reach - Adjunct: Sacrifice
- ^ Halo Infinite, Personal AI dialogue
- ^ Halo: Shadows of Reach - Adjunct: Sacrifice "[Choros launched] his Skewer's immense spikes at an attacking Phantom's closed cockpit. One must have struck true, because the ship suddenly canted, slamming into the platform and then falling into darkness."
- ^ Halo Infinite, Forge - Volatile Skewer description: "Skewer refitted to fire an explosive spike that detonates on impact."
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