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'''''Halo: Broken Circle''''' is | '''''Halo: Broken Circle''''' is a [[Covenant]]-focused [[Halo novels|''Halo'' novel]] written by [[John Shirley]]. It was released on [[2014|November 4, 2014]].<ref>[https://blogs.halowaypoint.com/en-us/blogs/headlines/posts/halo-broken-circle-coming-in-november '''Halo Waypoint''': ''Halo: Broken Circle coming in November]</ref> The first half of the book takes place during the Covenant's infancy in [[851 BCE]]. The latter half takes place during the [[Great Schism]] and is told from the perspective of a new character.<ref>[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/community/bulletins/the-halo-bulletin-the-elite-eight '''Halo Waypoint''': ''The Halo Bulletin: The Elite Eight'']</ref> | ||
An online excerpt of the novel's first chapter was released on the Simon & Schuster website on October 26, 2014.<ref>[http://books.simonandschuster.com/Halo-Broken-Circle/John-Shirley/9781476783598 '''Simon & Schuster''': ''Halo: Broken Circle'']</ref> Later, an online excerpt of the novel's prologue was released on [[Gallery Books]]'s Facebook on October 28, 2014.<ref>[https://www.facebook.com/GalleryBooks/photos/a.294420873448.142219.294389128448/10152774423193449/?type=1&fref=nf '''Facebook''': ''Gallery Books: Halo: Broken Circle excerpt'']</ref> | An online excerpt of the novel's first chapter was released on the Simon & Schuster website on October 26, 2014.<ref>[http://books.simonandschuster.com/Halo-Broken-Circle/John-Shirley/9781476783598 '''Simon & Schuster''': ''Halo: Broken Circle'']</ref> Later, an online excerpt of the novel's prologue was released on [[Gallery Books]]'s Facebook on October 28, 2014.<ref>[https://www.facebook.com/GalleryBooks/photos/a.294420873448.142219.294389128448/10152774423193449/?type=1&fref=nf '''Facebook''': ''Gallery Books: Halo: Broken Circle excerpt'']</ref> | ||
==Official summary== | ==Official summary== | ||
{{Article Quote|Centuries before the [[Human-Covenant War]] would rage across the galaxy, a [[ | {{Article Quote|Centuries before the [[Human-Covenant War]] would rage across the galaxy, a [[San'Shyuum-Sangheili War|similar conflict]] erupted between the Prophets and the Elites—two alien races at odds over the sacred artifacts left by the powerful [[Forerunners]], who disappeared eons ago. Although they would eventually form a stable alliance called the Covenant, there are those on both sides who question this fateful union. From an Elite splinter group rebelling against the Covenant during the time of its founding...to a brave Prophet caught in the machinations of the new leadership...to the root of the betrayal that would ultimately shatter the Covenant many years later, this is the untold chapter of the most unexpected heroes emerging from a realm filled with shocking treachery and ceaseless wonder.<ref>'''Halo: Broken Circle''' ''Back cover description''</ref>}} | ||
==Plot synopsis== | ==Plot synopsis== | ||
In a [[Skirmish of the Planet of Blue and Red|skirmish]] on the [[Planet of Blue and Red]] during the [[ | In a [[Skirmish of the Planet of Blue and Red|skirmish]] on the [[Planet of Blue and Red]] during the [[San'Shyuum-Sangheili War]], [[Mken 'Scre'ah'ben|High Lord Mken 'Scre'ah'ben]] commands forces on the planet. [[San'Shyuum]] scientists desperately attempt to uncover [[Forerunner]] artifacts before [[Sangheili]] assault teams outnumber them. During the battle, Mken takes notice to [[Ussa 'Xellus]], a Sangheili field commander. As the San'Shyuum are forced to attack the Sangheili through [[orbital bombardment]], Mken believes that he can use Ussa to create peace between the two species. Years later, during the [[Age of Reconciliation]], three San'Shyuum—the Ministers of [[Qurlom|Relative Reconciliation]] and [[GuJo'n|Kindly Subjection]], and Mken who is now the Prophet of Inner Conviction and Minister of Relic Safety—meet in the Conference Deck of the [[Forerunner Dreadnought]] in the [[Chamber of Decision]]. They meet with the Sangheili [[Covenant]] [[Commission]]ers [[Viyo 'Griot]] and [[Loro 'Onkiyo]]. The five discuss the rebellion that is now being led by Ussa 'Xellus. The Sangheili assure the San'Shyuum that they will eliminate the insurgency, but the Prophet of Inner Conviction remarks that even if 'Xellus and his clan are killed, the idea will live on to inspire others. | ||
Meanwhile, on the Sangheili mining colony of [[Creck]], Ussa 'Xellus and his mate, [[Sooln]], to recruit new members into their rebellion. When the two return to their vessel—''[[Clan’s Blade]]''—at a [[spaceport]] to leave the planet, they encounter [[‘Crecka]]. ‘Crecka reveals that he wishes to join their rebellion. Despite Ussa's initial reluctance to work with the elderly Sangheili, ‘Crecka claims that years ago he had discovered [[Shield World 0673]], a [[Forerunner]] world containing advanced technology that would be useful in Ussa's attempt at overthrowing the San'Shyuum. Eventually, the three Sangheili depart Creck and set course the the [[shield world]]. The Sangheili arrive at the shield world and enter its interior. Amazed at the shield world's ecosystem, they encounter the [[monitor]] of the installation, [[Enduring Bias]]. The monitor allows them to remain on the shield world, but demands to know their intents. Meanwhile, in the [[Nwari]] region located on [[Sanghelios]]' southern pole, the rest of the Xellus clan and its allies await Ussa's return. [[Tersa 'Gunok]] recalls 'Xellus warning the state of [[Xellus]]' residents to not trust the San'Shyuum. Shortly after, Covenant fighters attacked the state and forced Ussa to lead the survivors to Nwari. Ussa 'Xellus returns to their hideout and speaks with [[Ernicka|Ernicka the Scar-Maker]]. After identifying [[Vertikus|a Covenant spy]] within his group, Ussa and his allies prepare to leave Sanghelios for the shield world before the Covenant discovers them. | Meanwhile, on the Sangheili mining colony of [[Creck]], Ussa 'Xellus and his mate, [[Sooln]], to recruit new members into their rebellion. When the two return to their vessel—''[[Clan’s Blade]]''—at a [[spaceport]] to leave the planet, they encounter [[‘Crecka]]. ‘Crecka reveals that he wishes to join their rebellion. Despite Ussa's initial reluctance to work with the elderly Sangheili, ‘Crecka claims that years ago he had discovered [[Shield World 0673]], a [[Forerunner]] world containing advanced technology that would be useful in Ussa's attempt at overthrowing the San'Shyuum. Eventually, the three Sangheili depart Creck and set course the the [[shield world]]. The Sangheili arrive at the shield world and enter its interior. Amazed at the shield world's ecosystem, they encounter the [[monitor]] of the installation, [[Enduring Bias]]. The monitor allows them to remain on the shield world, but demands to know their intents. Meanwhile, in the [[Nwari]] region located on [[Sanghelios]]' southern pole, the rest of the Xellus clan and its allies await Ussa's return. [[Tersa 'Gunok]] recalls 'Xellus warning the state of [[Xellus]]' residents to not trust the San'Shyuum. Shortly after, Covenant fighters attacked the state and forced Ussa to lead the survivors to Nwari. Ussa 'Xellus returns to their hideout and speaks with [[Ernicka|Ernicka the Scar-Maker]]. After identifying [[Vertikus|a Covenant spy]] within his group, Ussa and his allies prepare to leave Sanghelios for the shield world before the Covenant discovers them. | ||
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Halo: Broken Circle is a Covenant-focused Halo novel written by John Shirley. It was released on November 4, 2014.[2] The first half of the book takes place during the Covenant's infancy in 851 BCE. The latter half takes place during the Great Schism and is told from the perspective of a new character.[3]
An online excerpt of the novel's first chapter was released on the Simon & Schuster website on October 26, 2014.[4] Later, an online excerpt of the novel's prologue was released on Gallery Books's Facebook on October 28, 2014.[5]
Official summary
Plot synopsis
In a skirmish on the Planet of Blue and Red during the San'Shyuum-Sangheili War, High Lord Mken 'Scre'ah'ben commands forces on the planet. San'Shyuum scientists desperately attempt to uncover Forerunner artifacts before Sangheili assault teams outnumber them. During the battle, Mken takes notice to Ussa 'Xellus, a Sangheili field commander. As the San'Shyuum are forced to attack the Sangheili through orbital bombardment, Mken believes that he can use Ussa to create peace between the two species. Years later, during the Age of Reconciliation, three San'Shyuum—the Ministers of Relative Reconciliation and Kindly Subjection, and Mken who is now the Prophet of Inner Conviction and Minister of Relic Safety—meet in the Conference Deck of the Forerunner Dreadnought in the Chamber of Decision. They meet with the Sangheili Covenant Commissioners Viyo 'Griot and Loro 'Onkiyo. The five discuss the rebellion that is now being led by Ussa 'Xellus. The Sangheili assure the San'Shyuum that they will eliminate the insurgency, but the Prophet of Inner Conviction remarks that even if 'Xellus and his clan are killed, the idea will live on to inspire others.
Meanwhile, on the Sangheili mining colony of Creck, Ussa 'Xellus and his mate, Sooln, to recruit new members into their rebellion. When the two return to their vessel—Clan’s Blade—at a spaceport to leave the planet, they encounter ‘Crecka. ‘Crecka reveals that he wishes to join their rebellion. Despite Ussa's initial reluctance to work with the elderly Sangheili, ‘Crecka claims that years ago he had discovered Shield World 0673, a Forerunner world containing advanced technology that would be useful in Ussa's attempt at overthrowing the San'Shyuum. Eventually, the three Sangheili depart Creck and set course the the shield world. The Sangheili arrive at the shield world and enter its interior. Amazed at the shield world's ecosystem, they encounter the monitor of the installation, Enduring Bias. The monitor allows them to remain on the shield world, but demands to know their intents. Meanwhile, in the Nwari region located on Sanghelios' southern pole, the rest of the Xellus clan and its allies await Ussa's return. Tersa 'Gunok recalls 'Xellus warning the state of Xellus' residents to not trust the San'Shyuum. Shortly after, Covenant fighters attacked the state and forced Ussa to lead the survivors to Nwari. Ussa 'Xellus returns to their hideout and speaks with Ernicka the Scar-Maker. After identifying a Covenant spy within his group, Ussa and his allies prepare to leave Sanghelios for the shield world before the Covenant discovers them.
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Production note
The novel's cover is illustrated by 343 Industries senior concept artist John Wallin Liberto, who previously created promotional and concept artwork for Halo 4 and Halo: Initiation.[6]
