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'''''Halo: Anvil Accord''''' is a short story in the [[Halo Waypoint Chronicle]] series, released on [[2024#July|July 22, 2024]]. The story was released to coincide with the ongoing [[Anvil (Operation)|Anvil]] operation for ''[[Halo Infinite]]'', and focuses on depicting a day in the life aboard the eponymous [[ANVIL Station]].{{Ref/Site|Id=Launch|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/anvil-operation-launch|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Anvil Operation Launch|D=02|M=07|Y=2024}} | '''''Halo: Anvil Accord''''' is a short story in the [[Halo Waypoint Chronicle]] series, released on [[2024#July|July 22, 2024]]. The story was released to coincide with the ongoing [[Anvil (Operation)|Anvil]] operation for ''[[Halo Infinite]]'', and focuses on depicting a day in the life aboard the eponymous [[ANVIL Station]].{{Ref/Site|Id=Launch|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/anvil-operation-launch|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Anvil Operation Launch|D=02|M=07|Y=2024}} | ||
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[[Fleet Admiral]] [[Terrence Hood]] writes to [[Arbiter]] [[Thel 'Vadam]] in a classified message dated [[2553#July|July 2, 2553]], expressing his regrets for the communication method, explaining that he prefers not to initiate formal diplomatic discussions yet to avoid early bureaucratic constraints. He reflects on his past difficulties in forgiving the Sangheili for their actions during the Covenant War, but admits that his recent experiences with the {{UNSCShip|Infinity}} on [[Sanghelios]] have altered his perspective. | [[Fleet Admiral]] [[Terrence Hood]] writes to [[Arbiter]] [[Thel 'Vadam]] in a classified message dated [[2553#July|July 2, 2553]], expressing his regrets for the communication method, explaining that he prefers not to initiate formal diplomatic discussions yet to avoid early bureaucratic constraints. He reflects on his past difficulties in forgiving the Sangheili for their actions during the Covenant War, but admits that his recent experiences with the {{UNSCShip|Infinity}} on [[Sanghelios]] have altered his perspective. | ||
Hood acknowledges that the ongoing | Hood acknowledges that the ongoing conflicts and the involvement of ''Infinity'' have further complicated matters for both parties. He envisions a future where the children of both their species will not be burdened by the past and may seek to forge a meaningful alliance seeing their mutual best, and emphasizes the need to start this process immediately. | ||
Hood proposes repurposing Anvil Station, which had become obsolete after serving wartime as a repair and resupply outpost, through establishing a joint multispecies task force at this facility under [[Project CRUCIBLE]]. This project would focus on retrofitting and testing new prototypes while fostering multispecies collaboration through the involvement of skilled artisans, technical experts, and warriors. Hood calls for agreement to move forward with this plan and to start the process of selecting suitable personnel. | Hood proposes repurposing Anvil Station, which had become obsolete after serving wartime as a repair and resupply outpost, through establishing a joint multispecies task force at this facility under [[Project CRUCIBLE]]. This project would focus on retrofitting and testing new prototypes while fostering multispecies collaboration through the involvement of skilled artisans, technical experts, and warriors. Hood calls for agreement to move forward with this plan and to start the process of selecting suitable personnel. | ||
[[Seven]] years later on March 3, 2560 at 0900 hours, Dr. [[Luther Mann]] and [[Chief warrant officer|Chief Warrant Officer]] [[Dariya Voronkov]] examine a set of | [[Seven]] years later on March 3, 2560 at 0900 hours, Dr. [[Luther Mann]] and [[Chief warrant officer|Chief Warrant Officer]] [[Dariya Voronkov]] examine a set of armor in Armor Bay G-11 at Anvil Station. The armor, identified as [[ASSAILER-class Mjolnir]] powered armor, was recovered by the [[Office of Naval Intelligence]] during a recent operation. It resembles Sangheili combat harnesses and has been provided to Spartans for stress testing. The station’s personnel and resources have been deemed ideal for studying this new technology. | ||
As they work, Sangheili [[Khar 'Tvorn]] approaches, dressed in a specialized craftsmen harness. Dr. Mann greets him in Sangheili, and 'Tvorn begins inspecting the armor. Mann explains that the armor was discovered during an operation on [[ | As they work, Sangheili [[Khar 'Tvorn]] approaches, dressed in a specialized craftsmen harness. Dr. Mann greets him in Sangheili, and 'Tvorn begins inspecting the armor. Mann explains that the armor was discovered during an operation on [[Sqala]], where it was being used by [[Venezia]]n [[Janissary|janissaries]] and independent contractors, both of whom little of known. Their next topic is the day's significance - the seventh anniversary of the Covenant War's end; Dr. Mann reflects on the war's impact, including the destruction of [[Verent|his own homeworld]]. 'Tvorn reveals that his people escaped the Covenant’s reach during its early years and have only recently returned to a [[Milky Way|galaxy]] where the Covenant has already fallen. | ||
Mann, an expert in xenoanthropology, is fascinated by the idea that 'Tvorn’s people developed separately from the Covenant's later hierarchical structure, 'Tvorn elaborating that the Arbiter likely sent his people to Anvil Station to keep them away from current political conflicts, preserving their original perspective. Voronkov, bringing up her own experiences, shares that she lost her legs to a bombing run by [[Insurrectionist]]s, not Covenant forces. She recounts her long struggle with anti-rebel hatred and her eventual peace with the past, and notes that hatred is a part of human nature; even though the Covenant War has ended, conflict and hatred continue to shape the galaxy. Dr. Mann acknowledges that despite the war ending, conflict persists with new complexities and sides. He feels a sense of hopeful purpose at Anvil Station, choosing to honor a [[Henry Lamb|lost friend]] by continuing to contribute to the galaxy's future. The conversation returns to the armor, and 'Tvorn questions which group might have constructed it and what motivations might drive their actions. | Mann, an expert in xenoanthropology, is fascinated by the idea that 'Tvorn’s people developed separately from the Covenant's later hierarchical structure, 'Tvorn elaborating that the Arbiter likely sent his people to Anvil Station to keep them away from current political conflicts, preserving their original perspective. Voronkov, bringing up her own experiences, shares that she lost her legs to a bombing run by [[Insurrectionist]]s, not Covenant forces. She recounts her long struggle with anti-rebel hatred and her eventual peace with the past, and notes that hatred is a part of human nature; even though the Covenant War has ended, conflict and hatred continue to shape the galaxy. Dr. Mann acknowledges that despite the war ending, conflict persists with new complexities and sides. He feels a sense of hopeful purpose at Anvil Station, choosing to honor a [[Henry Lamb|lost friend]] by continuing to contribute to the galaxy's future. The conversation returns to the armor, and 'Tvorn questions which group might have constructed it and what motivations might drive their actions. | ||
Four hours later, Yshi ‘Nbara, at the Anvil Keep hangar bay, approaches her {{Pattern|Elsedda|Banshee}}, a [[Banshee]] variant designed for space combat; the biomimetic design, influenced by those ancient creatures, evokes a deep connection to her people's history. 'Nbara loves to fly, a passion instilled in her since she was a hatchling, inspired by tales of Sanghelios' legendary | Four hours later, Yshi ‘Nbara, at the Anvil Keep hangar bay, approaches her {{Pattern|Elsedda|Banshee}}, a [[Banshee]] variant designed for space combat; the biomimetic design, influenced by those ancient creatures, evokes a deep connection to her people's history. 'Nbara loves to fly, a passion instilled in her since she was a hatchling, inspired by tales of Sanghelios' legendary sky-chevaliers. These pilots of old rode atop 'sKelln, the formidable leather-winged predators. | ||
'Nbara is still getting acquainted with her fellow pilots in Harmony Wing, having only served with them for a few weeks. Although she is uncertain about how they feel, the shared purpose among the volunteers fosters a budding kinship. [[Spartan]] [[Natalie Kenzo]] jokes over their internal channel, offering to help 'Nbara into her Banshee, calling her "elder" despite the nickname usually being reserved for their wing leader [[Vran 'Mkoth]]. 'Mkoth, in turn, banters back, recalling how he helped Kenzo after a sparring match. Pilot Officer [[Syed Khan]] chimes in, humorously expressing concern that their bickering might lead to a crash before they even leave the hangar. Kenzo confidently responds that if that happened, Khan and 'Nbara would have to save the galaxy on their own, albeit with "way less style." | 'Nbara is still getting acquainted with her fellow pilots in Harmony Wing, having only served with them for a few weeks. Although she is uncertain about how they feel, the shared purpose among the volunteers fosters a budding kinship. [[Spartan]] [[Natalie Kenzo]] jokes over their internal channel, offering to help 'Nbara into her Banshee, calling her "elder" despite the nickname usually being reserved for their wing leader [[Vran 'Mkoth]]. 'Mkoth, in turn, banters back, recalling how he helped Kenzo after a sparring match. Pilot Officer [[Syed Khan]] chimes in, humorously expressing concern that their bickering might lead to a crash before they even leave the hangar. Kenzo confidently responds that if that happened, Khan and 'Nbara would have to save the galaxy on their own, albeit with "way less style." | ||
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Sahil tries to reassure 'Murajai, noting that the personnel are well-prepared and ready for this moment. The station has spent years building strong relationships between its human and alien members, turning them into a cohesive unit. 'Murajai, however, is focused on a display listing the units chosen for long-range deployment, particularly [[Riftborn]] special operatives. He shares the same desire as any leader—to have more time for additional training and checks, but he understands the need to adapt and trust in his team's readiness. | Sahil tries to reassure 'Murajai, noting that the personnel are well-prepared and ready for this moment. The station has spent years building strong relationships between its human and alien members, turning them into a cohesive unit. 'Murajai, however, is focused on a display listing the units chosen for long-range deployment, particularly [[Riftborn]] special operatives. He shares the same desire as any leader—to have more time for additional training and checks, but he understands the need to adapt and trust in his team's readiness. | ||
Despite his concerns, 'Murajai acknowledges that they have prepared their forces to the best of their ability. He wishes for more actionable intelligence about the mission. but knows they must proceed with what they have. Sahil emphasizes the importance of | Despite his concerns, 'Murajai acknowledges that they have prepared their forces to the best of their ability. He wishes for more actionable intelligence about the mission. but knows they must proceed with what they have. Sahil emphasizes the importance of faith - not in abstract concepts like the [[Covenant religion]]'s false promises of divinity, but their comrades, training, and everything they built together, distinct from what 'Murajai was accustomed yet disillusioned in. However, Sahil reminds him that their alliance is based on cooperation, not coercion, and that their warriors fight for each other, which could be crucial in the battle ahead. | ||
Conceding to Sahil’s counsel, 'Murajai powers down the holotable. Sahil, with a kind but firm tone, orders the Stationmaster to get some rest. Amused, 'Murajai points out that Sahil lacks the authority to give him orders, but Sahil counters by referring to their flat team structure. As he prepares to leave, Sahil notes the stone tablets etched with the saga of 'Murajai’s clan and expresses curiosity about their stories. 'Murajai promises to share them after the mission and hints at the possibility of forging a new chapter together. | Conceding to Sahil’s counsel, 'Murajai powers down the holotable. Sahil, with a kind but firm tone, orders the Stationmaster to get some rest. Amused, 'Murajai points out that Sahil lacks the authority to give him orders, but Sahil counters by referring to their flat team structure. As he prepares to leave, Sahil notes the stone tablets etched with the saga of 'Murajai’s clan and expresses curiosity about their stories. 'Murajai promises to share them after the mission and hints at the possibility of forging a new chapter together. | ||
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