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| {{Fan made}} | | {{Fanmade}} |
| [[File:RW-SotP-Logo-2019.jpg|thumb|The current logo for SotP.]] | | [[File:RW-SotP-Logo-2019.jpg|thumb|right|The current logo for SotP.]] |
| '''Sins of the Prophets''' ('''SotP''') is a fan-made total conversion mod created for the 4X real-time strategy game [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sins_of_a_Solar_Empire ''Sins of a Solar Empire''], most prominently its ''Rebellion'' expansion. Developed by [https://www.moddb.com/company/chokepoint-games Chokepoint Games],{{Ref/Reuse|CPGA}} SotP combines space battles that involve dozens if not hundreds of ships with the fast-paced action seen in the official games. Set during the late [[Human-Covenant War]], players are able to play as either the [[UNSC]] or the [[Covenant]], with an asymmetrical balance to ensure that neither faction plays the same way. | | '''Sins of the Prophets''' ('''SotP''') is a fan-made total conversion mod created for the 4X real-time strategy game [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sins_of_a_Solar_Empire ''Sins of a Solar Empire''], most prominently its ''Rebellion'' expansion. Developed by [https://www.moddb.com/company/chokepoint-games Chokepoint Games], SotP combines space battles that involve dozens if not hundreds of ships with the fast-paced action seen in the official games. Set during the late-[[Human-Covenant War]], players are able to play as either the [[UNSC]] or the [[Covenant]], with an asymmetrical balance to ensure that neither faction plays the same way. |
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| == History == | | == History == |
| [[File:SoTP_PointBlank_Concept.jpg|250px|thumb|D4rkst0rm99's original concept art for the ''Point Blank''-class, used by ''Sins of the Prophets'' for the 3D depiction of the ship featured in the ''Halo Encyclopedia''.{{Ref/Site|URL=https://www.deviantart.com/d4rkst0rm99/art/Oni-Fleet-447026858|Site=DeviantArt|Page=Oni Fleet|D=11|M=04|Y=2022}}]]
| | SotP was originally founded at some point in [[2008]].<ref name="humble">[https://www.moddb.com/mods/halo-sins-of-the-prophets/images/unsc-frigate ''ModDB update: "UNSC Frigate (Humble Beginnings)"'']</ref> They released their first beta for the ''Entrenchment'' expansion on Jan 17th, [[2013]], which consisted of only the UNSC faction<ref name="UnscBeta">[https://www.moddb.com/mods/halo-sins-of-the-prophets/images/unsc-beta-release ''ModDB update: "UNSC Beta Release"'']</ref>. On July 22, [[2014]], they released a second beta ported over to the newer ''Rebellion'' expansion, which added the Covenant Empire as a playable faction.<ref>[https://www.moddb.com/mods/halo-sins-of-the-prophets/images/sotp-v05341800-for-rebellion-is-live ''ModDB update: "SotP v0.53.41800 for Rebellion is live!"'']</ref> |
| SotP was originally founded at some point in [[2008]].<ref name="humble">[https://www.moddb.com/mods/halo-sins-of-the-prophets/images/unsc-frigate ''ModDB update: "UNSC Frigate (Humble Beginnings)"'']</ref> They released their first beta for the ''Entrenchment'' expansion on Jan 17th, [[2013]], which consisted of only the UNSC faction.<ref name="UnscBeta">[https://www.moddb.com/mods/halo-sins-of-the-prophets/images/unsc-beta-release ''ModDB update: "UNSC Beta Release"'']</ref> On July 22, [[2014]], they released a second beta ported over to the newer ''Rebellion'' expansion, which added the Covenant Empire as a playable faction.<ref>[https://www.moddb.com/mods/halo-sins-of-the-prophets/images/sotp-v05341800-for-rebellion-is-live ''ModDB update: "SotP v0.53.41800 for Rebellion is live!"'']</ref> | |
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| In a [[Canon Fodder]] post from [[2016]], [[Jeff Easterling]] published an interview with Slugfest Studios in regards to their mod.<ref name="CFStand">[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/canon-fodder-stand-your-ground ''Halo Waypoint: Canon Fodder: Stand Your Ground''].</ref> | | In a [[Canon Fodder]] post from [[2016]], [[Jeff Easterling]] published an interview with [https://www.moddb.com/company/chokepoint-games Chokepoint Games] Studios in regards to their mod.<ref name="CFStand">[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/canon-fodder-stand-your-ground ''Halo Waypoint: Canon Fodder: Stand Your Ground''].</ref> |
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| In a ModDB news announcement by Matt Idios on April 20th, 2021, they announced the sequel, Sins Of The Prophets: 2. Since then, they have shared glimpses into what the game looks like.
| | ==SlugFest Studios rebranded to Chokepoint Games== |
| Some improvements include an overhauled UI, a new/revised OST, a completely remastered sound design, new mechanics that allow for better boarding actions and planetary invasions, and much higher-quality models and textures.{{Ref/Site|URL=https://www.moddb.com/mods/halo-sins-of-the-prophets/news/sins-of-the-prophets-21|Site=ModDB update: "SotP 2 Announcement"|Page=sins-of-the-prophets-21|D=23|M=11|Y=2022}}
| | Since 08/04/2020 Slugfest Studios is now known as Chokepoint Games which combined several teams from different Halo themed projects such as ''Operation: Homefront'' and ''Evolutions: Real Time Strategy Evolved'' together with the developers of ''Dawn of the Reapers'' and ''Sins of a Galactic Empire''. The Sins of the Prophets Discord have also been transitioned into the Chokepoint Games Community server where all projects Chokepoint Games work on can be found and talked about. |
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| The Sins of the Prophets' rendition of the [[CAS-class assault carrier]] created by artist [[:Category:Images by Jared Harris|Jared Harris]] has also been featured in the skybox of the ''[[Halo Infinite]]'' multiplayer map [[Highpower]], used to depict the ''[[Purveyor of Virtue]]''.{{Ref/Twitter|SinsOfProphets|1467270350983548933|Sins of the Prophets|Quote=After a conversation with @Halo, [Jared Harris] will be getting credit for his contribution to the map Highpower. SotP & Jared are happy with this solution and we're thankful for 343's willingness to investigate and sort this out.|D=05|M=12|Y=2021}} The [[2022]] reference book ''[[Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition)]]'' also featured some imagery created by the ''Sins of the Prophets'' team in an official collaboration, including their renditions of the several ships from across the ''Halo'' series.{{Ref/Site|Id=CFMasterClass|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/master-class|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Canon Fodder - Master Class|D=12|M=7|Y=2021}}
| | Chokepoint Games is a collaborative development group known for making: Sins of the Prophets; Dawn of the Reapers; Far Isle; Operation: Homefront; Evolutions: Real Time Strategy Evolved; and Sins of a Galactic Empire. |
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| Artwork featured included 3D models and renders created by [[:Category:Images by Jared Harris|Jared Harris]] and [[:Category:Images by Jamie Marriott|Jamie Marriott]]. In addition to the many recreations of ships from official ''Halo'' media, two of ''Sins of the Prophets''{{'}} original fan designs were officially canonised by 343 Industries. The two ships in question include the {{Class|Point Blank|prowler}}, originally concepted by D4rkst0rm99 before being adapted into 3D by Jared Harris based on descriptions provided in ''[[Halo: Ghosts of Onyx]]'' and ''[[Halo: Silent Storm]]'', while the latter was an original design by the ''Sins of the Prophets'' team for the never-before visualised Covenant frigates from the ''Halo'' novels. All three artists were officially credited in the encyclopedia's credits.
| | Our studio is a team of passionate and talented developers creating new experiences based on our favorite franchises. We hope our projects help to immerse you in your favorite universes in new gaming experiences. |
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| In mid-[[2023]], another ''Sins of the Prophets'' original design intended to represent {{UNSCShip|Gorgon}} was canonised as the {{Class|Able|heavy destroyer}} in another official collaboration with 343 Industries.{{Ref/Site|Id=CFDigsite|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/canon-fodder-digsite-dissection|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Canon Fodder - Digsite Dissection|D=28|M=07|Y=2023}}
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| File:Enc22_SoTP_C709Longsword.png|[[C709 Longsword]].
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| File:Enc22_SoTP_Epoch.png|{{Class|Epoch|heavy carrier}}.
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| File:Enc22_SoTP_Gladius.png|{{Class|Gladius|heavy corvette}}.
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| File:Enc22_SoTP_Halberd.png|{{Class|Halberd|light destroyer}}.
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| File:Enc22 SoTP Hillsborough.png|{{Class|Hillsborough|heavy destroyer}}.
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| File:Enc22_SoTP_Marathon.png|{{Class|Marathon|heavy cruiser}}.
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| File:Enc22_SoTP_PointBlank.png|{{Class|Point Blank|prowler}}.
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| File:Enc22_SoTP_Punic.png|{{Class|Punic|supercarrier}}.
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| File:Enc22_SoTP_Valiant.png|{{Class|Valiant|super-heavy cruiser}}.
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| File:Enc22_SoTP_CAR.png|{{Pattern|Ester|armored frigate}}.
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| File:Enc22_SoTP_CPV.png|{{Pattern|Sinaris|heavy destroyer}}.
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| File:Enc22_Varric-pattern_heavy_cruiser.png|{{Pattern|Varric|heavy cruiser}}.
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| File:SoTP_AbleDestroyer_Render.png|{{Class|Able|heavy destroyer}}.
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| ==Chokepoint Games==
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| In December 28, 2019, Slugfest Studios announced that it had merged with two other modding teams - Broken Line Studios and 363 Productions - to create [https://www.moddb.com/company/chokepoint-games Chokepoint Games]. This decision was made because all three teams were sharing resources and personnel, as well as to avoid potential legal issues. They also announced the development of a new mod for ''[[Wikipedia:Arma 3|Arma 3]]'', which was later revealed to be [https://www.moddb.com/mods/halo-far-isle ''Far Isle''].<ref name="CPGA">[https://www.moddb.com/mods/halo-sins-of-the-prophets/news/slugfest-studios-has-become-chokepoint-games ''ModDB: "Slugfest Studios Has Become Chokepoint Games"'']</ref>
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