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Sergeant [[John Forge]] operated a personally customised '''Warthog'''.<ref name="PL">'''[[Halo Wars 2]]''', ''[[Phoenix Logs]] - John Forge's Warthog''</ref>
 
'''Forge's Warthog''',{{Ref/Reuse|PL}}{{Ref/Reuse|megaconstrux}} also known as the '''Forgehog''',<ref name="megaconstrux">[https://www.megaconstrux.com/en-us/worlds/halo/playsets/forgehog-vs-banished-goliath ''Mega Construx'' - Forgehog vs Banished Goliath]</ref> was a customized Warthog that Sergeant [[John Forge]] operated personally.<ref name="PL">''[[Halo Wars 2]]'', [[Phoenix Logs]] - [[Phoenix Logs/UNSC Units/Forge's Warthog|John Forge's Warthog]]</ref>


==Design details==
==Design details==
Forge's Warthog is a specially customised [[M12G1 Gauss Warthog]], kept out of motor pool circulation on the {{UNSCShip|Spirit of Fire}} and the hands of other [[UNSC Marine Corps|marines]] and subject to long hours of customisation and tweaking.
Forge's Warthog is a specially customized [[M12G1 Gauss Warthog]], kept out of motor pool circulation on the {{UNSCShip|Spirit of Fire}} and from the hands of other [[UNSC Marine Corps|marines]]. It was also subject to long hours of customization and tweaking.{{Ref/Reuse|PL}}


Sergeant Forge customised the Gauss Warthog with turbochargers, roll bars, a defensive aura of [[Nanotechnology|nanobots]] to repair the vehicle, [[energy shielding]]<ref name="HW2">'''[[Halo Wars 2]]''' - ''In-game unit''</ref>, and modifications to the primary [[M68 Gauss cannon]] to allow it to fire an [[Anvil round]]. This turret can also be overcharged for increased power.<ref name="PL"/> The vehicle also has armoured doors to protect the driver and gunner and heavier armour plating visually reminiscent of the [[Armored Warthog]] created by [[Isabel]].<ref name="HW2"/>
Sergeant Forge customized the Gauss Warthog with turbochargers, roll bars, a defensive aura of [[Nanotechnology|nanobots]] to repair the vehicle, [[energy shielding]],<ref name="HW2">''[[Halo Wars 2]]'' - In-game unit</ref> and modifications to the primary [[M68 Gauss cannon]] to allow it to fire an [[Anvil round]]. This turret can also be overcharged for increased power.{{Ref/Reuse|PL}} The vehicle also has armored doors to protect the driver and heavier armor plating visually reminiscent of the [[Armored Warthog]] created by [[Isabel]]. Forge's Warthog also is also accompanied by an [[MQ-96 Support Drone]].{{Ref/Reuse|HW2}}


==Operational history==
==Operational history==
During the [[Harvest campaign]] and [[Battle for Arcadia]] in [[2531]], John Forge would often deploy in a Gauss Warthog, though it is unknown if this Warthog was the one he customised in particular.<ref group="note">In the campaign of ''Halo Wars'', Forge is often seen in a Gauss Warthog identical to other Gauss Warthogs in the game. Forge having a customised vehicle was introduced in ''Halo Wars 2'', so it is unclear if the vehicle he employed in the first game is intended to be the custom vehicle described in the Phoenix Logs.</ref> Forge used this Warthog for fast harassment of enemy troops, and kept it out of the hands of other soldiers on the ''Spirit of Fire''.<ref name="PL"/>
During the [[Harvest campaign]] and [[Battle for Arcadia]] in [[2531]], John Forge would often deploy in a Gauss Warthog, though it is unknown if this Warthog was the one he customized in particular.{{Ref/Note|In the campaign of ''Halo Wars'', Forge is often seen in a Gauss Warthog identical to other Gauss Warthogs in the game. Forge having a customised vehicle was introduced in ''Halo Wars 2'', so it is unclear if the vehicle he employed in the first game is intended to be the custom vehicle described in the Phoenix Logs.}} Forge used this Warthog for fast harassment of enemy troops, and kept it out of the hands of other soldiers on the ''Spirit of Fire''.{{Ref/Reuse|PL}}


==Gameplay==
==Gameplay==
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**'''Cost:''' Supplies 0, Power 650
**'''Cost:''' Supplies 0, Power 650
Forge's Warthog comes equipped with [[energy shielding]]. Because Forge's Warthog is a hero unit there can only be one per player. In [[Blitz]] Forge's Warthog costs 220 energy and comes with the Rally ability to increase damage for nearby friendly units. Prior to upgrades the Warthog is effective against infantry and performs adequately against vehicles, aircraft, and structures. Once the ''Gauss Overcharge'' upgrade has been researched the Warthog will perform well against vehicles. Unlike in the original ''Halo Wars'', Forge does not emerge from his Warthog when the vehicle is destroyed.
Forge's Warthog comes equipped with [[energy shielding]]. Because Forge's Warthog is a hero unit there can only be one per player. In [[Blitz]] Forge's Warthog costs 220 energy and comes with the Rally ability to increase damage for nearby friendly units. Prior to upgrades the Warthog is effective against infantry and performs adequately against vehicles, aircraft, and structures. Once the ''Gauss Overcharge'' upgrade has been researched the Warthog will perform well against vehicles. Unlike in the original ''Halo Wars'', Forge does not emerge from his Warthog when the vehicle is destroyed.
==Trivia==
*In [[2018]], a [[MEGA Construx]] toy set titled "Forgehog vs Banished Goliath" was released, featuring Forge's Warthog.{{Ref/Reuse|megaconstrux}}
*The Warthog always has a Gauss Cannon attached permanently, however his unit icon has a machine gun turret attached.


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:HW2 - Forge hog.png|Concept art of Forge's Warthog.
File:HW2 - Forge hog.png|Concept art of Forge's Warthog.
File:HW2 Concept Forgehog.jpg|Concept art of John Forge standing in front of the Warthog.
File:Blitz Forge's Warthog.png|The Blitz card for Forge's Warthog.
File:HW2_ForgeHog_Anvil.png|The Warthog firing an Anvil round.
File:HW2_ForgeHog_Anvil.png|The Warthog firing an Anvil round.
File:HW2_ForgeHog_InGame.png|The in-game model of Forge's Warthog.
File:HW2_ForgeHog_InGame.png|The in-game model of Forge's Warthog.
File:HW2 Forge Warthog Blitz.png|Forge's Warthog in a match of Blitz.
File:HW2 Forge Warthog Icon.png|The HUD Icon for Forge's Warthog.
File:HW2 Terminus UNSC Heroes.png|John Forge's Warthog and [[Douglas-042]] in front of an [[electric trap]].
File:HW2 ForgeHog Screenshot.png|An in-game screenshot of Forge's personal Warthog.
</gallery>
</gallery>


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==Notes==
==Notes==
<references group="note"/>
{{Ref/Notes}}


==Sources==
==Sources==
<references/>
{{Ref/Sources}}


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Latest revision as of 16:28, February 25, 2023

John Forge's Warthog
HW2 Blitz Forge's Warthog.png
Production information

Manufacturer:

AMG Transport Dynamics

Product line:

Warthog

Model:

M12G1

Technical specifications

Length:

6 metres (20 ft)[1]

Width:

2-3 meters

Mass:

Approx: 3.5 tons

Armament:

M68 Gauss cannon (1)

Crew:

  • 1 driver
  • 1 gunner
  • 1 passenger
Usage

In service:

Human-Covenant War

Affiliation:

John Forge

 

Forge's Warthog,[2][3] also known as the Forgehog,[3] was a customized Warthog that Sergeant John Forge operated personally.[2]

Design details[edit]

Forge's Warthog is a specially customized M12G1 Gauss Warthog, kept out of motor pool circulation on the UNSC Spirit of Fire and from the hands of other marines. It was also subject to long hours of customization and tweaking.[2]

Sergeant Forge customized the Gauss Warthog with turbochargers, roll bars, a defensive aura of nanobots to repair the vehicle, energy shielding,[4] and modifications to the primary M68 Gauss cannon to allow it to fire an Anvil round. This turret can also be overcharged for increased power.[2] The vehicle also has armored doors to protect the driver and heavier armor plating visually reminiscent of the Armored Warthog created by Isabel. Forge's Warthog also is also accompanied by an MQ-96 Support Drone.[4]

Operational history[edit]

During the Harvest campaign and Battle for Arcadia in 2531, John Forge would often deploy in a Gauss Warthog, though it is unknown if this Warthog was the one he customized in particular.[Note 1] Forge used this Warthog for fast harassment of enemy troops, and kept it out of the hands of other soldiers on the Spirit of Fire.[2]

Gameplay[edit]

Forge's Warthog is a hero unit available to players playing as Sergeant Forge in the multiplayer of Halo Wars 2.

  • Info: Improved Warthog, Unique to Forge
  • Tier: 1
  • Cost: Population 0, Supplies 350, Power 275
  • Forge's Warthog upgrade: Anvil Round
    • Info: Fires an EMP round, Slows enemy vehicles
    • Tier: 1
    • Cost: Supplies 0, Power 325
  • Forge's Warthog upgrade: Defensive Aura
    • Info: Improved Nanobots, Increase nearby allies speed
    • Tier: 2
    • Cost: Supplies 0, Power 550
  • Forge's Warthog upgrade: Gauss Overcharge
    • Info: Upgraded Anvil Round ability
    • Tier: 3
    • Cost: Supplies 0, Power 650

Forge's Warthog comes equipped with energy shielding. Because Forge's Warthog is a hero unit there can only be one per player. In Blitz Forge's Warthog costs 220 energy and comes with the Rally ability to increase damage for nearby friendly units. Prior to upgrades the Warthog is effective against infantry and performs adequately against vehicles, aircraft, and structures. Once the Gauss Overcharge upgrade has been researched the Warthog will perform well against vehicles. Unlike in the original Halo Wars, Forge does not emerge from his Warthog when the vehicle is destroyed.

Trivia[edit]

  • In 2018, a MEGA Construx toy set titled "Forgehog vs Banished Goliath" was released, featuring Forge's Warthog.[3]
  • The Warthog always has a Gauss Cannon attached permanently, however his unit icon has a machine gun turret attached.

Gallery[edit]

  • Concept art of Forge's Warthog.

    Concept art of Forge's Warthog.

  • Concept art of John Forge standing in front of the Warthog.

    Concept art of John Forge standing in front of the Warthog.

  • The Blitz card for Forge's Warthog.

    The Blitz card for Forge's Warthog.

  • The Warthog firing an Anvil round.

    The Warthog firing an Anvil round.

  • The in-game model of Forge's Warthog.

    The in-game model of Forge's Warthog.

  • Forge's Warthog in a match of Blitz.

    Forge's Warthog in a match of Blitz.

  • The HUD Icon for Forge's Warthog.

    The HUD Icon for Forge's Warthog.

  • John Forge's Warthog and Douglas-042 in front of an electric trap.

    John Forge's Warthog and Douglas-042 in front of an electric trap.

  • An in-game screenshot of Forge's personal Warthog.

    An in-game screenshot of Forge's personal Warthog.

List of appearances[edit]

Notes[edit]

  1. ^ In the campaign of Halo Wars, Forge is often seen in a Gauss Warthog identical to other Gauss Warthogs in the game. Forge having a customised vehicle was introduced in Halo Wars 2, so it is unclear if the vehicle he employed in the first game is intended to be the custom vehicle described in the Phoenix Logs.

Sources[edit]

  1. ^ Halo Encyclopedia (2009 edition), p. 240
  2. ^ a b c d e Halo Wars 2, Phoenix Logs - John Forge's Warthog
  3. ^ a b c Mega Construx - Forgehog vs Banished Goliath
  4. ^ a b Halo Wars 2 - In-game unit

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