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| {{Center|''Were you looking for the human spacecraft, the [[prowler]]?''}} | | {{Era|H3}} |
| {{Vehicle infobox | | <center>''You may also be looking for the [[UNSC Prowler]].''</center> |
| |name=Qavardu Workshop Prowler
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| |image=[[File:Halo3-T52ISV-BruteProwler.png|300px]] | | |image=[[Image:Brute Prowler 2.jpg|300px]] |
| |manufacturer=*[[Qavardu War-Forge]]{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} | | |name=Brute Prowler |
| *[[Sacred Promissory]]{{Ref/Book|Id=evg|EVG|Page=150}}{{Ref/Reuse|universe}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}}
| | |manufacturer=Brutes |
| |line= | | |line= |
| |model=Type-52 | | |model=Type-52 Infantry Support Vehicle |
| |length={{Convert|23.3|ft|m|sp=us|disp=flip}}{{Ref/Reuse|evg}}{{Ref/Reuse|universe}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} | | |class=Ground vehicle |
| |width={{Convert|13.8|ft|m|sp=us|disp=flip}}{{Ref/Reuse|evg}}{{Ref/Reuse|universe}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} | | |length= |
| |height={{Convert|6.9|ft|m|sp=us|disp=flip}}{{Ref/Reuse|universe}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} | | |width= |
| |mass={{Convert|6.6|MT|kg|disp=flip}}{{Ref/Reuse|universe}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} | | |height= |
| |max speed={{Convert|58|mph|km/h}}{{Ref/Reuse|universe}} | | |mass= |
| |engine=Dual suspension tracks{{Ref/Reuse|evg}} | | |max accel= |
| |armament=*One forward-mounted [[Class-1 directed energy cannon|Class-1 plasma cannon]]{{Ref/Reuse|evg}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} | | |max speed space= |
| *Front spikes{{Ref/Book|Id=Enc09|Enc09|Page=242-243}}{{Ref/Book|Id=Enc11|Enc11|Page=252-253}} | | |max speed air= |
| |complement=Two passengers{{Ref/Site|Id=universe|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/vehicles/brute-prowler|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Brute Prowler|D=22|M=3|Y=2021}} | | |engine= |
| |crew=One driver, one gunner{{Ref/Reuse|universe}} | | |slipspace drive= |
| | |slipspace speed= |
| | |poweroutput= |
| | |power= |
| | |shield gen= |
| | |hull= |
| | |sensor= |
| | |target= |
| | |navigation= |
| | |avionics= |
| | |countermeasures= |
| | |armament=*Forward-Mounted [[Plasma Cannon|Plasma Turret]] (1) |
| | *Front spikes |
| | |complement= |
| | |crew=*Driver (1) |
| | *Gunner (1) |
| | *Passengers (2) |
| | |skeleton= Driver (1) |
| | |passengers= 2 |
| |capacity= | | |capacity= |
| |consumables= | | |consumables= |
| |othersystems= | | |othersystems= |
| |firstuse-title=In service | | |firstuse= |
| |firstuse=*[[Human-Covenant War]]
| | |role=Scout/recon, light transport/ medium support |
| *[[Great Schism]]
| | |era= |
| *[[Post-Covenant War conflicts]]
| | |affiliation=[[Covenant Loyalists]] |
| |role=*Medium support{{Ref/Reuse|Enc09}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc11}} | |
| *Reconnaissance{{Ref/Reuse|Enc09}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc11}}
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| *Light transport{{Ref/Reuse|Enc09}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc11}}
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| |affiliation=[[Covenant]]<br>[[Jiralhanae]] mercenaries<br>[[Banished]]{{Ref/Twitter|Id=TwitterBanished|Halo|1296840156536868865|Halo|Quote=The Brute Prowler is a Jiralhanae-designed infantry fighting vehicle that was deployed in the final months of the Covenant War and still sees service within Banished forces.|D=22|M=3|Y=2021}} | |
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| The '''Qavardu Workshop Light War-Sled'''{{Ref/Book|Id=Enc22|Enc22|Page=273}} {{Type|52|Infantry Support Vehicle|ISV}}, informally known among UNSC personnel as the '''Brute Prowler''', is a [[Jiralhanae]] ground vehicle in service with the [[Covenant]].{{Ref/Reuse|Enc09}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc11}} | | The '''Type-52 Infantry Support Vehicle''' (abbreviated '''Type-52 ISV'''), otherwise known as the '''Brute Prowler'''<ref>EGM Magazine, September 2007 issue</ref>, is a [[Covenant Loyalist]] ground vehicle used by the [[Brutes (Jiralhanae)]] featured in ''[[Halo 3]]''. |
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| ==Overview== | | == Introduction == |
| ===Design details===
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| Measuring {{Convert|23.3|ft|m|sp=us|disp=flip}} in length and {{Convert|13.8|ft|m|sp=us|disp=flip}} in width{{Ref/Reuse|evg}}, the Prowler is a vehicle designed and built by the Jiralhanae.{{Ref/Reuse|TwitterBanished}}{{Ref/Reuse|universe}} Like the other primary Jiralhanae mainstay vehicle - the [[Barukaza Workshop Chopper]] - the Prowler is primarily composed of a large and bulky front section, with the driver seated in the rear. The frontal bulk of the Prowler shields the driver from enemy fire from the front, though the unarmored sides and back leave the driver exposed to enemy fire. The front section of the Prowler is equipped with a single pintle-mounted light plasma cannon, with the operator inset into the vehicle in a manner akin to gunners on some specific [[Wraith]] variants. The plasma cannon is of little practical utility, with drivers instead preferring to use the maw of spikes on the vehicle's front to charge enemy lines and perform ramming attacks instead.{{Ref/Reuse|universe}} The sides of the Prowler are kitted out with two "sleds", capable of supporting a passenger each - allowing the Prowler to serve in a limited capacity as a troop transport.
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| When driving, the Prowler is capable of reaching a top speed of {{Convert|58|mph|km/h}}{{Ref/Reuse|universe}} thanks to the aforementioned "sleds" - in actuality dual suspension tracks{{Ref/Reuse|evg}} that use [[Covenant]] [[anti-gravity technology]] with the original Jiralhanae design.{{Ref/Reuse|universe}}
| | The '''Brute Prowler''' is the name of the [[Covenant Loyalist|Loyalist's]] replacement for the [[Spectre]] from [[Halo 2]], but this time, driven mainly by [[Brutes]]. The Prowler seems to hover on a gravity-assisted "sled", as the bottom is a pair of metal runners, with an anti-gravity projector between them. A plasma turret is at the fore of the vehicle, while the driver sits in the rear of the vehicle and two passenger seats make up the sides. It is aesthetically similar in its simple, brutal nature to the [[Brute Chopper]]. |
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| ===Development history===
| | The automatic plasma turret is capable of 360 degree movement, making it extremely dangerous as it allows the vehicle to target enemies regardless of which way the prowler is facing. This makes it very difficult to ambush prowlers, as a competent gunner will constantly check all directions for enemy movement. Like most other Brute vehicles, it is an effective battering ram. While the vehicle cannot strafe, it is capable of tilting from side to side by using left and right on the left analog stick. |
| The Prowler is a Jiralhanae-native design, originating from the [[Qavardu War-Forge]]s on [[Doisac]] and later improved though modern-era production models manufactured by the [[Sacred Promissory]].{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} These Covenant improvements marry Covenant technology to the original Jiralhanae design. The design's particular origins remain unclear, though some have suggested that the original Prowlers may have originated as arctic fast-attack vehicles (FAVs) or maritime patrol boats.{{Ref/Reuse|universe}} | |
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| Curiously, the Prowler bears an extremely heavy resemblance to another Jiralhanae vehicle; the [[Eklon'Dal Workshop Marauder]]. While it is unknown if there is any definitive link between the two craft, the resemblance is extremely notable with the Marauder having been constructed and use since prior to the [[First Immolation|nuclear wars]] that devasted the [[Doisac|Jiralhanae homeworld]] long ago.{{Ref/Game|HW2|Phoenix Logs|Detail=Marauder}}
| | [[Image:Brute Prowler 3.jpg|thumb|left|300px|Two Prowlers combining deadly plasma cannon fire on a target.]] |
| | The two side-mounted seats on either side of the turret housing increases the vehicles deadliness. If the passengers are armed with powerful explosive weaponry, such as fuel rod cannons, the prowler can effectively take out large armored vehicles such as scorpion or wraith tanks. If the passengers decide to use automatic weapons such as plasma rifles, they can complement the plasma turret and make for an extremely effective weapons platform for cutting down infantry and suppressing light vehicles. It is also effective if passengers are armed with maulers or shotguns, as they can shot any enemy that gets close to the prowler. |
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| ===Usage===
| | Unlike the Warthog and the older [[Spectre]], the gunner is not standing up in the turret, but is sitting, or standing, in a cavity in the center of the vehicle. The gunner's cavity covers their lower bodies, leaving only their upper back and head exposed. The gun is also in a more central location than the other two vehicles, giving them even more protection. The driver also receives protection from being the rear, with the entire bulk of the Prowler in front of him. Though, unlike many other Covenant vehicles the prowler lacks a boost function, it is still fairly fast. |
| The Prowler is one of the Jiralhanae's traditional war-sleds, employed for raids, reconnaissance and traditional infantry support. The Prowler's swift and rugged design is considered ideal for Jiralhanae hunting [[pack]]s.{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}}
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| ===Operational history===
| | A key advantage of the Prowler is its stability: one can throw it almost recklessly over jumps and cliffs that would be unsafe, unfeasible, or downright stupid in a Warthog or Spectre. This is mostly due to the "sleds" on the underside of the vehicle. When airborne, the two sleds will extend outward to either side, widening the surface area of the bottom of the vehicle, and therefore making it more likely that it will land in the proper position when it hits the ground. The sleds also seem to allow the Prowler a limited "glide" when making large jumps. |
| The Prowler was first developed by the Jiralhanae as a traditional war-sled for hunting packs on Doisac. These initial design templates were created by the ''Qavardu'' war-forges.{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}}
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| The Prowler was one of a number of armaments and vehicles manufactured and modified by the Sacred Promissory for the Jiralhanae close to the end of the [[Human-Covenant War]], in preparation for the Jiralhanae takeover of the Covenant armed forces. It was first in the final months of the war{{Ref/Reuse|TwitterBanished}}, seeing use primarily during the [[Battle of Installation 00]].{{Ref/Level|H3|The Ark (level)|The Ark}}{{Ref/Level|H3|The Covenant (level)|The Covenant}} It was later employed by [[Voice of Maardoth|the forces]] under the command of [[Hekabe]] during [[Carrow Conflict]] following the war's end.{{Ref/Novel|Id=ENV1|HEnv|Chapter=1}} More recently, it has been employed in the stockpiles of the [[Banished]]{{Ref/Reuse|TwitterBanished}}, with [[Castor]] considering their deployment during [[Operation: WOLFE]] in [[2559]].{{Ref/Novel|Id=SOR7|HSOR|Chapter=7}} | | The prowler can be inserted into some [[Forge|forged]] [[Halo 3]] maps and now appears by default on [[Avalanche]]. |
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| == In-game information == | | == Advantages == |
| The Prowler appears only in ''[[Halo 3]]''. It was intended to appear in the now-cancelled ''[[Halo Online]]''.
| | Unlike the [[Warthog]], which is prone to rollovers, the Prowler is incredibly stable. The Prowler can also fit more passengers than the Warthog can. The Prowler is also more effective than the Warthog at splattering enemies, and can easily be used as a battering ram. The Prowler also possesses much more firepower than the [[Ghost]] or [[Chopper]], and it has a much larger field of fire. |
| === Campaign ===
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| The Prowler is a light recon vehicle, much like the [[Warthog]]. It only appears in [[Campaign]] mode on the levels [[The Ark (level)|The Ark]] and [[The Covenant (level)|The Covenant]]. It has moderate infantry support capabilities, as well as being able to transport four soldiers rapidly across a battlefield. With two Prowlers, an entire team of eight can travel together. A Prowler loaded with a gunner and two riders with heavy weapons is a force to be reckoned with. | |
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| === Multiplayer === | | == Disadvantages == |
| * The Prowler does not appear on any ''Halo 3'' map by default, but can be added in [[Forge]] on certain maps. In [[Matchmaking]], the Prowler appears on alternate Sandtrap map variants [[Sand Tarp]] and "Sandtrap Heavy", as well as on the Avalanche variant "Avalanche Heavy".
| | Although very stable, the Prowler cannot turn as well as the Warthog. Although it will not rollover, it is not able to navigate tight turns as quickly as the Warthog. The Prowler also provides less protection from the sides and rear for the driver than the Warthog does. Although the Prowler has more firepower than the [[Chopper]] and the [[Ghost]] it is not as well suited for direct assaults and splattering, as it is unable to boost. In a head-on collision the Chopper will normally destroy the Prowler. |
| * Prowlers can be very useful in [[CTF]] games, because it can carry four people. The driver could drive to the flag's area possibly splattering a defender or two; the gunner could provide cover fire while the two passengers go in to get the flag. One passenger could cover the flag carrier while they make their way back to the Prowler for a quick getaway.
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| * Prowlers are an excellent way of splattering if used correctly. The large front end of the Prowler can be used to block enemy fire, giving the driver a clear run at their victim. The large area of the Prowler can also compensate for the slower speed, in that at its top speed it is quite easy for the driver to splatter people and hard for others to avoid
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| ==Production notes== | | == Combat Applications == |
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| During the [[Development of Halo 3|development]] of ''[[Halo 3]]'', the Prowler was concepted and designed under the name of the "Mauler". The Mauler name was later applied to a [[Ukala Workshop Mauler|shotgun-pistol]] instead.{{Ref/Book|AOH3|Page=157}} This name was erroneously referred to in [[Robert McLees]]' fictional [[Machines, Materiel and Munitions from the Human-Covenant Conflict, 2525 - Present|reports]] on the [[M6/R Spartan Laser]] in the marketing for ''Halo 3'', in which a [[UNSC Marine Corps|Marine]] of [[E2-BAG/1/7]] refers to his Spartan Laser punching a whole through two Jiralhanae and severely damaging the vehicle they had just dismounted.{{Ref/Site|Id=bnetspartanlaser|URL=http://www.bungie.net/News/TopStory.aspx?link=charginmalasers|Site=Bungie.net|Page=Spartan Laser|D=02|M=02|Y=2007|LocalArchive=Machines, Materiel and Munitions from the Human-Covenant Conflict, 2525 - Present#Weapon/Anti-Vehicle Model 6 Grindell/Galileian Nonlinear Rifle}}
| | The vehicle is a light recon vehicle much like the [[Warthog]], replacing it on certain maps or based upon game settings. It also appears in Campaign on the levels [[The Ark]] and [[The Covenant]]. It also has potent infantry support abilities, as well as being able to transport four soldiers rapidly across a battlefield. |
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| | == Trivia == |
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| | *The Prowler turret is the only Brute weapon that uses Plasma Projectiles in Halo 3. |
| | *The Prowler does not spawn as a default vehicle on any multiplayer map. Though it can be placed in Forge on most large maps. |
| | *The front of The Prowler resembles (quite clearly) a mouth full of teeth. |
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| | == Equivalents == |
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| | *[[Warthog]] - UNSC equivalent. |
| | *[[Spectre]] - Covenant Separatist equivalent. |
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| | == Images == |
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| == Gallery ==
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| File:H3-BruteProwlerSide.png|An in-game profile view render of the Brute Prowler.
| | Image:VidocProwler1.jpg|The Prowler is seen here in action on [[Snowbound (Level)|Snowbound]] on a [[Capture the Flag|CTF]] game. |
| File:Brute Prowler 2.jpg|A Brute Prowler on [[Installation 00|the Ark]].
| | Image:Mediaghghgg.jpg|Two [[Elites]] on [[Sandtrap (Level)|Sandtrap]] use the Prowler's heavy plasma turret to destroy a vehicle. |
| File:Brute Prowler 3.jpg|Two Prowlers combining deadly plasma turret fire on a target.
| | Image:Mediafg.jpg|Two red [[Elites]] on a Prowler on Sandtrap. |
| File:Mediaghghgg.jpg|Two blue Sangheili on [[Sandtrap]] use the Prowler's heavy plasma turret to destroy another Prowler.
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| File:Mediafg.jpg|A red and a pink Sangheili on a Prowler on Sandtrap.
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| File:H3 Brute Prowler at the ark.jpg|A pack of Brutes in a Prowler.
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| File:ProwlerTurret.jpg|The Prowler's mounted plasma cannon operated by a Brute.
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| File:H3-ProwlerHUD.png|HUD of the Prowler.
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| File:H3-ProwlerturretHUD.png|HUD of the Prowler's plasma cannon.
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| File:HO Prowler Concept.jpg|Concept art for the Prowler in ''[[Halo Online]]''.
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| File:HO Reactor Prowler.jpg|A Prowler in ''Halo Online'' on the map [[Reactor (Halo Online map)|Reactor]].
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| </gallery> | | </gallery> |
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| == List of appearances == | | == References == |
| *''[[Halo 3]]'' {{1st}}
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| *''[[Halo: Ground Command]]''
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| *''[[Halo: Envoy]]''
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| *''[[Halo: Shadows of Reach]]'' {{Mo}}
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