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|image=[[File:HCEA-T29ShadeASG.png|300px]] | |image=[[File:HCEA-T29ShadeASG.png|300px]] | ||
|name= | |name=''Mamua'uda''-pattern Gun Pod | ||
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==Design details== | ==Design details== | ||
The T-29 ASG is mounted on a sturdy tripod, and the seat is floating on top of the said tripod. It fires three rounds of slow, purple plasma bolts at once, and has very limited precision and a medium rate of fire. Unlike the other known Shade variants, it can be moved, but usually by a large force. Its high mobility is used as | The T-29 ASG is mounted on a sturdy tripod, and the seat is floating on top of the said tripod. It fires three rounds of slow, purple plasma bolts at once, and has very limited precision and a medium rate of fire. Unlike the other known Shade variants, it can be moved, but usually by a large force. Its high mobility is used as compensation for its low protection. The Type-29 Shade is inferior to other Shade models in terms of firepower and accuracy.{{Ref/Reuse|universe}} | ||
==Tactics== | ==Tactics== | ||
===''Halo: Combat Evolved''=== | ===''Halo: Combat Evolved''=== | ||
*Heavy weapons, [[Sniper Rifle System 99C-S2 Anti-Matériel|snipers]], or grenades are perfect to eliminate the Shades operator. | *Heavy weapons, [[Sniper Rifle System 99C-S2 Anti-Matériel|snipers]], or grenades are perfect to eliminate the Shades operator. | ||
*If the player gets close to a Shade and | *If the player gets close to a Shade and tries to push it, the operator can turn the turret and splatter the player with the gun. | ||
*The T-29 ASG is inefficient for killing opposing players in [[Multiplayer]], but very helpful in eliminating vehicles in Multiplayer and Covenant infantry in [[Campaign]]. | *The T-29 ASG is inefficient for killing opposing players in [[Multiplayer]], but very helpful in eliminating vehicles in Multiplayer and Covenant infantry in [[Campaign]]. | ||
*Although the T-29 is indestructible, players in the Campaign can render it inoperable by flipping it upside down (through a grenade or rocket), thereby preventing Covenant troops from manning it. | *Although the T-29 is indestructible, players in the Campaign can render it inoperable by flipping it upside down (through a grenade or rocket), thereby preventing Covenant troops from manning it. | ||
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*When you hijack the Shade, you will gain invulnerability until you take control of the Shade. | *When you hijack the Shade, you will gain invulnerability until you take control of the Shade. | ||
*You cannot score a double kill if you destroy a Shade Turret with a gunner in it. | *You cannot score a double kill if you destroy a Shade Turret with a gunner in it. | ||
*When the Shade Turret is around 33% | *When the Shade Turret's health is around 33%, the gunner will dismount. | ||
*Destroying a Shade turret with grenades will earn you a Demolition medal. Destroying a Shade turret with charged Plasma Pistol will earn you Anticipation medal. | *Destroying a Shade turret with grenades will earn you a Demolition medal. Destroying a Shade turret with a charged Plasma Pistol will earn you the Anticipation medal. | ||
*Destroying abandoned Shade turrets still count as kills. | *Destroying abandoned Shade turrets still count as kills. | ||
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*Like Spartan Assault, you cannot score a double kill if you destroy a Shade turret with a gunner in it. Wait for the gunner to dismount to score a double kill. | *Like Spartan Assault, you cannot score a double kill if you destroy a Shade turret with a gunner in it. Wait for the gunner to dismount to score a double kill. | ||
*Destroying a Shade turret with grenades will earn you a Demolition medal. Destroying a Shade turret with charged plasma pistol will earn you an Anticipation medal. | *Destroying a Shade turret with grenades will earn you a Demolition medal. Destroying a Shade turret with charged plasma pistol will earn you an Anticipation medal. | ||
*When the Shade Turret is around 33% | *When the Shade Turret's health is around 33%, the gunner will dismount from the Shade Turret. | ||
*Shade turrets, when inoperable, are labelled as hostile. | *Shade turrets, when inoperable, are labelled as hostile. | ||
Revision as of 20:27, October 5, 2022
This article is about the Type-29 variant. For the other versions of the Shade turret, see Shade.
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Manufacturer: |
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Product line: |
Shade |
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Model: |
Type-29 |
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Length: |
4.4 metres (14 ft)[2] |
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Width: |
3.1 metres (10 ft)[2] |
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Height: |
3.2 metres (10 ft)[2] |
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Weight: |
230.4 kilograms (508 lb)[2] |
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Crew: |
1 gunner |
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Role(s): |
Anti-infantry |
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The Mamua'uda-pattern Gun Pod[2] (UNSC Type classification: Type-29 Anti-Infantry Stationary Gun, T-29 ASG) is a Covenant anti-infantry gun turret. It falls under the category of weapons emplacements commonly identified as Shades.[3] One of the oldest models of the Shade, with its history dating back hundreds of years, they are preferred by pious shipmasters for their antiquity.[1][2]
Design details
The T-29 ASG is mounted on a sturdy tripod, and the seat is floating on top of the said tripod. It fires three rounds of slow, purple plasma bolts at once, and has very limited precision and a medium rate of fire. Unlike the other known Shade variants, it can be moved, but usually by a large force. Its high mobility is used as compensation for its low protection. The Type-29 Shade is inferior to other Shade models in terms of firepower and accuracy.[1]
Tactics
Halo: Combat Evolved
- Heavy weapons, snipers, or grenades are perfect to eliminate the Shades operator.
- If the player gets close to a Shade and tries to push it, the operator can turn the turret and splatter the player with the gun.
- The T-29 ASG is inefficient for killing opposing players in Multiplayer, but very helpful in eliminating vehicles in Multiplayer and Covenant infantry in Campaign.
- Although the T-29 is indestructible, players in the Campaign can render it inoperable by flipping it upside down (through a grenade or rocket), thereby preventing Covenant troops from manning it.
Halo Wars
- As its name suggests, the T-29 ASG is very effective against infantry. Therefore, vehicles should be used to draw its fire, and any infantry should be carefully used in a supporting role when taking one down.
Halo: Spartan Assault
- Remember that the Shade overheats after six shots, which makes you unable to use it for at least five seconds.
- When you hijack the Shade, you will gain invulnerability until you take control of the Shade.
- You cannot score a double kill if you destroy a Shade Turret with a gunner in it.
- When the Shade Turret's health is around 33%, the gunner will dismount.
- Destroying a Shade turret with grenades will earn you a Demolition medal. Destroying a Shade turret with a charged Plasma Pistol will earn you the Anticipation medal.
- Destroying abandoned Shade turrets still count as kills.
Halo: Spartan Strike
- Since the overheat feature is removed, you can use Shade Turret for defensive purposes, such as in mission E-5, without worrying about overheat.
- Unlike Spartan Assault, the Shade takes time to charge if the enemy is using it, which you can use to your advantage.
- Like Spartan Assault, you cannot score a double kill if you destroy a Shade turret with a gunner in it. Wait for the gunner to dismount to score a double kill.
- Destroying a Shade turret with grenades will earn you a Demolition medal. Destroying a Shade turret with charged plasma pistol will earn you an Anticipation medal.
- When the Shade Turret's health is around 33%, the gunner will dismount from the Shade Turret.
- Shade turrets, when inoperable, are labelled as hostile.
Gallery
In-game preview of the T29 Shade ASG in Halo: Combat Evolved.
Alternate preview of the T29 Shade ASG in Halo: Combat Evolved.
The reticule of the T29 Shade ASG in Halo: Combat Evolved.
Shade plasma bolts in mid-flight in Halo: Combat Evolved.
A pair of Grunts manning Type-29 Shades in Halo: Combat Evolved.
Halo Wars T29 Shade in-game
Closer look
Profile view of the T29 Shade ASG in Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary.
The reticule of the T29 Shade ASG in Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary.
The T29 Shade ASG firing on enemies in Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary.
Spartan Sarah Palmer using the Type-29 Shade in Halo: Spartan Assault.
The Type-29 Shade being used on Draetheus V.
A Shade in Halo: Spartan Strike.
List of appearances
- Halo: Combat Evolved (First appearance)
- Halo: The Flood
- Halo Wars
- Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary
- Halo: Spartan Assault
- Halo: Spartan Strike
Sources
- ^ a b c Halo Waypoint: Shade Turret
- ^ a b c d e f g Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition), page 303
- ^ Halo: The Essential Visual Guide, page 171
