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|location=[[Project BLACKBALL]] | |location=Apex 7, [[Project BLACKBALL]] (simulated [[Halo Array|Halo]] ring environment)<ref name="CF">[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/community/blog-posts/canon-fodder-reaching-out '''Halo Waypoint''': ''Canon Fodder - Reaching Out'']</ref> | ||
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{{Article Quote|This unbroken ring is a symbol of the discovery that shook the galaxy and changed the course of both human and Covenant destiny.<ref name="guide">'''[[Halo 5: Guardians Official Game Guide]] (Collector's Edition)''', '' | {{Article Quote|This unbroken ring is a symbol of the discovery that shook the galaxy and changed the course of both human and Covenant destiny.<ref name="guide">'''[[Halo 5: Guardians Official Game Guide]] (Collector's Edition)''', ''pages 316-323''</ref>}} | ||
'''Raid on Apex 7''', originally codenamed '''Ring''',<ref>[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/community/blog-posts/halo-community-update-7-17-15 '''Halo Waypoint''' - ''Halo Community Update 7.17.15'']</ref> is a ''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]'' [[multiplayer]] level exclusively for the [[Warzone]] gametype. It was first revealed during San Diego Comic-Con [[2015]] through a Mega Bloks model.<ref>[http://www.gamespot.com/articles/halo-5-new-warzone-map-is-biggest-ever-inspired-by/1100-6428728/ '''Gamespot''' - ''Halo 5 New Warzone Map Is Biggest Ever, Inspired By Original Halo'']</ref> According to Microsoft, this level is the spiritual successor of the ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]'' level [[The Silent Cartographer]]. | '''Raid on Apex 7''', originally codenamed '''Ring''',<ref>[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/community/blog-posts/halo-community-update-7-17-15 '''Halo Waypoint''' - ''Halo Community Update 7.17.15'']</ref> is a ''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]'' [[multiplayer]] level exclusively for the [[Warzone]] gametype. It was first revealed during San Diego Comic-Con [[2015]] through a Mega Bloks model.<ref>[http://www.gamespot.com/articles/halo-5-new-warzone-map-is-biggest-ever-inspired-by/1100-6428728/ '''Gamespot''' - ''Halo 5 New Warzone Map Is Biggest Ever, Inspired By Original Halo'']</ref> According to Microsoft, this level is the spiritual successor of the ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]'' level [[The Silent Cartographer]]. | ||
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Apex 7 is a composite of high-value research archives found on [[Installation 03]] and [[Installation 05]], and assumed to have existed on [[Installation 04]]. It is a simulation crafted by ONI's top War Games team, destined to train both scientific and military personnel who may be deployed on Halo installations. This environment is part of [[Project BLACKBALL]], which includes many other commonly encountered Halo locations, such as [[Library]] and [[Cartographer]] sites. [[Spartan-IV]] operatives are trained in attacking and defending the site, along with eliminating Promethean and Covenant enemies.<ref name="CF"/> | Apex 7 is a composite of high-value research archives found on [[Installation 03]] and [[Installation 05]], and assumed to have existed on [[Installation 04]]. It is a simulation crafted by ONI's top War Games team, destined to train both scientific and military personnel who may be deployed on Halo installations. This environment is part of [[Project BLACKBALL]], which includes many other commonly encountered Halo locations, such as [[Library]] and [[Cartographer]] sites. [[Spartan-IV]] operatives are trained in attacking and defending the site, along with eliminating Promethean and Covenant enemies.<ref name="CF"/> | ||
In Warzone, the game begins with players dropped off to eliminate [[Covenant]] soldiers in the beach nearest to their base. Beside both of the bases lie an armory (West and East, respectively), capture of which will prove crucial in trying to take the [[Forerunner]] spire in the center of the island, which is the most easily defensible area. The bases, the surrounding beaches and the central area with the armories are connected by overland routes (some of which offer rock/cliff cover from enemy fire) as well as a system of caves. AI bosses (both Covenant and Forerunner) appear in the caves and routes. Legendary bosses include [[Rok|Tankmaster Rok]] and [[Hestro|Captain Hestro]], who appear in the beach, and [[Warden Eternal]], who appears in the central opening in front of the spire. The first team to score 1,000 Victory Points win the game. An alternative way to win is to capture all three bases (West Armory, East Armory, Spire), in order to have access to the enemy team's base and destroy their core. | In Warzone, the game begins with players dropped off to eliminate [[Covenant]] soldiers in the beach nearest to their base. Beside both of the bases lie an armory (West and East, respectively), capture of which will prove crucial in trying to take the [[Forerunner]] spire in the center of the island, which is the most easily defensible area. The bases, the surrounding beaches and the central area with the armories are connected by overland routes (some of which offer rock/cliff cover from enemy fire) as well as a system of caves. AI bosses (both Covenant and Forerunner) appear in the caves and routes. Legendary bosses include [[Rok|Tankmaster Rok]] and [[Hestro|Captain Hestro]], who appear in the beach, and [[Warden Eternal]], who appears in the central opening in front of the spire. The first team to score 1,000 Victory Points win the game. An alternative way to win is to capture all three bases (West Armory, East Armory, Spire), in order to have access to the enemy team's base and destroy their core.<ref name="guide"/> | ||
==Specifications== | ==Specifications== | ||
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Hunter Elders | Hunter Elders | ||
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Elites, Grunts | Elites, Grunts<ref group="note">Canonically, the Elites and Grunts are not the Hunter Elders' minions. Their role is to guard the Spire.</ref> | ||
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Spire | Spire | ||
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File:H5G-BansheevsPhaeton.jpg|A [[Type-54 Banshee|Banshee]] firing a [[Fuel rod cannon|fuel rod]] at a Phaeton. | File:H5G-BansheevsPhaeton.jpg|A [[Type-54 Banshee|Banshee]] firing a [[Fuel rod cannon|fuel rod]] at a Phaeton. | ||
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==Sources== | ==Sources== | ||
Revision as of 08:35, January 24, 2016
Template:Multiplayer Map Infobox
Raid on Apex 7, originally codenamed Ring,[1] is a Halo 5: Guardians multiplayer level exclusively for the Warzone gametype. It was first revealed during San Diego Comic-Con 2015 through a Mega Bloks model.[2] According to Microsoft, this level is the spiritual successor of the Halo: Combat Evolved level The Silent Cartographer.
The variant of this map is Array.
Overview
Apex 7 is a composite of high-value research archives found on Installation 03 and Installation 05, and assumed to have existed on Installation 04. It is a simulation crafted by ONI's top War Games team, destined to train both scientific and military personnel who may be deployed on Halo installations. This environment is part of Project BLACKBALL, which includes many other commonly encountered Halo locations, such as Library and Cartographer sites. Spartan-IV operatives are trained in attacking and defending the site, along with eliminating Promethean and Covenant enemies.[3]
In Warzone, the game begins with players dropped off to eliminate Covenant soldiers in the beach nearest to their base. Beside both of the bases lie an armory (West and East, respectively), capture of which will prove crucial in trying to take the Forerunner spire in the center of the island, which is the most easily defensible area. The bases, the surrounding beaches and the central area with the armories are connected by overland routes (some of which offer rock/cliff cover from enemy fire) as well as a system of caves. AI bosses (both Covenant and Forerunner) appear in the caves and routes. Legendary bosses include Tankmaster Rok and Captain Hestro, who appear in the beach, and Warden Eternal, who appears in the central opening in front of the spire. The first team to score 1,000 Victory Points win the game. An alternative way to win is to capture all three bases (West Armory, East Armory, Spire), in order to have access to the enemy team's base and destroy their core.[4]
Specifications
Bases
- West Armory
- East Armory
- Spire
Boss lineup
| Boss | Minions | Location | Bounty | Time active |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Hunter Elders |
Elites, Grunts[note 1] |
Spire |
25 VP |
0:00 |
|
Zealot Assassin |
Stealth Elites |
Passage |
25 VP |
2:00 |
|
Zealot Assassin |
Stealth Elites |
Caves |
25 VP |
2:00 |
|
Elite Ultra |
Jackals |
Plateau |
25 VP |
4:00 |
|
Elite Ultra |
Jackals |
Crags |
25 VP |
4:00 |
|
Ghost Marauder |
None |
Ridge |
25 VP |
6:00 |
|
Ghost Marauder |
None |
Waterfront |
25 VP |
6:00 |
|
Tankmaster Rok (Legendary) |
Elites |
Beach |
150 VP |
8:00 |
|
Banshee Raider |
Banshees |
Ridge |
25 VP |
10:00 |
|
Banshee Raider |
Banshees |
Waterfront |
25 VP |
10:00 |
|
Captain Hestro (Legendary) |
Soldier Officers |
Beach |
150 VP |
12:00 |
|
Soldier Guard |
Soldiers |
Tunnel |
25 VP |
14:00 |
|
Soldier Guard |
Soldiers |
Chasm |
25 VP |
14:00 |
|
Knight Champion |
Soldiers |
Crossroads |
25 VP |
16:00 |
|
Warden Eternal (Legendary) |
Knights |
Crossroads |
150 VP |
18:00 |
Trivia
The number designation part of the level's name is a likely reference to seven.
Gallery
Concept art
Early concept art of the level.
Concept art of the level.
Concept art of the level.
Prototype version of the level.
Screenshots
The Spire captured by Blue Team.
Another view of the Spire.
Blue Team's base.
Blue Team fighting the Warden Eternal.
A Spartan engaging two Sangheili Storm.
Notes
- ^ Canonically, the Elites and Grunts are not the Hunter Elders' minions. Their role is to guard the Spire.
Sources
- ^ Halo Waypoint - Halo Community Update 7.17.15
- ^ Gamespot - Halo 5 New Warzone Map Is Biggest Ever, Inspired By Original Halo
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