Karo'wark-pattern Ghost: Difference between revisions

{{Title|''Karo'wark''-pattern Ghost}}

{{Status|Canon}}

{{Vehicle infobox

|manufacturer=[[Iruiru Armory]]{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}}

|name= ''Karo'wark''-pattern Scout Bike

|model=''Karo'wark''-pattern

|length={{Convert|4.8|m|ft|sp=us}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}}

|width={{Convert|3.9|m|ft|sp=us}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}}

|height={{Convert|1.8|m|ft|sp=us}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}}

|mass={{Convert|644|kg|lb}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}}

|hull= [[Nanolaminate hull plating]]{{Ref/Game|Id=H5G|H5G|Ghost in-game unit}}

|armament=Twin medium [[plasma cannon]]s{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}}{{Ref/Game|H5G|List of REQ cards|REQ card|Detail=Ghost Description|Quote=Fast attack bike fitted with dual rapid-fire plasma cannons. Can boost for extra speed, at the expense of maneuverability.}}

The '''''Karo'wark''-pattern Scout Bike'''{{Ref/Book|Id=Enc22|Enc22|Page=272}} {{Type|54|Rapid Attack Vehicle|RAV}}, more commonly identified as the '''Ghost''', is a standard reconnaissance and rapid attack vehicle in service with various [[Covenant remnants|Covenant remnant factions]].{{Ref/Site|Id=fodder|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/canon-fodder-designs-of-the-times|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Canon Fodder - Designs of the Times|D=30|M=06|Y=2021}}

Free from the sacrifical needs of the [[San'Shyuum]], the ''Karo'wark''-pattern Scout Bike's design focuses more on driver survivability, integrated with the latest [[Boosted gravity propulsion drive|boosted-gravity drive]] components. With an internal [[fuel cell]] and reinforced shielding, the Karo'wark-pattern Ghost offers a greater level of protection and higher performance compared to the older [[Karo'etba-pattern Ghost]].{{Ref/Reuse|fodder}} The ''Karo'wark''{{'}}s [[design pattern]] is a "compromise" design, employed by several [[Sangheili]] factions during the [[Blooding Years|civil war]] on [[Sanghelios]].{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}}

* '''Sword Ghost''': The Swords of Sanghelios field crimson-painted ''Karo'wark''-pattern Ghosts with improved armor over the standard models.{{Ref/Reuse|H5G}}

* '''Ghost Ultra''': Ultra Ghosts are next-generation, silver-painted ''Karo'wark''-pattern Ghosts with even greater armor and more powerful explosive plasma cannons than the Sword Ghost. Ghost Ultras are exclusively produced by the independent Sangheili colony of [[Whispering Trees]].{{Ref/Reuse|H5G}}

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== Operational history ==

The ''Karo'wark''-pattern Scout Bike was put into service after the end of the [[Human-Covenant War]], with the Covenant remnants utilizing new manufacturing facilities to produce the model. The ''Karo'wark''-pattern was used in multiple battles, including the [[Battle of Kamchatka]] and various battles in the [[Blooding Years]].{{Ref/Reuse|fodder}} By October [[2558]], [[Arbiter]] [[Thel 'Vadam]] had used his contacts and influence to purchase ''Karo'wark''-pattern Ghosts for the Swords of Sanghelios that boasted superior armor compared to the Ghosts used by [[Jul 'Mdama]]'s Covenant.{{Ref/Reuse|H5G}} A small number of Ultra Ghosts were used by Jul 'Mdama's Covenant during the [[Battle of Genesis]].{{Ref/Level|H5G|Genesis (level)|Genesis}}{{Ref/Level|H5G|Guardians}} Around the same time ''Karo'wark''-pattern Ghosts became popular in [[War Games]] matches aboard the {{UNSCShip|Infinity}}.{{Ref/Reuse|H5G}}

== Gameplay ==

=== Changes from the Karo'etba-pattern Ghost in ''Halo 2 Anniversary'' ===

* The Ghost, like its ''Halo 4'' counterpart, once again has a limited amount of time to boost before it has to recharge. In addition to the base model there are also three variants: the Sword Ghost, Ultra Ghost, and Temple Ghost.

* Handling and maneuverability have been vastly improved.

* Plasma cannons' projectile velocity and damage have been increased to compensate for Halo 5's enhanced mobility.

* The Ghost's side engines are its weakpoints; once exposed, if shot there, it will take damage much faster.

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== Gallery ==

=== Developmental images===

File:H5 Ghost.png|A ''Karo'wark''-pattern Ghost on Sanghelios.

File:H5G-Locke&Ghost.jpg|[[Jameson Locke]] driving a Ghost during the [[Battle of Nuusra]].

File:H5G-GhostHUD-Campaign.png|HUD of the Ghost by [[Olympia Vale]] in the ''Halo 5: Guardians'' campaign.

File:H5G-UltraGhostHUD-Campaign.png|HUD of the Ultra Ghost by [[Edward Buck]] in the ''Halo 5: Guardians'' campaign.

File:H5G-GhostHUD.png|HUD of the Ghost in ''Halo 5: Guardians''.

File:Ghosts Comparison.jpg|A comparison of in-game Ghosts across the ''Halo'' series.

=== ''Halo 5: Guardians'' REQ cards ===

File:REQ_Card_-_Ghost.jpg|Ghost - Sword variant.

File:REQ_Certification_Sword_Ghost.png|Ghost - Sword variant Certification.

File:REQ Card - Sword Ghost.jpg|Ghost - Basic vehicle

File:REQ Card - Ultra Ghost.jpg|Ghost - Ultra variant.

File:REQ Card - Temple Ghost.jpg|Ghost - Temple variant.

== List of appearances ==

* ''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]'' {{1st}}

 

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[[Category:Ghost variants]]