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[[File:HW UNSCReactor Render 2.jpg|thumb|400px|Different views of the UNSC Reactor.]] | |||
[[File: | The '''reactor''' is a [[United Nations Space Command]] structure used to power a prefabricated [[Firebase]] unit.{{Ref/Site|Id=hwsite|URL=http://www.halowars.com/GameInfo/firebase.aspx#Reactor|Site=Official Halo Wars Community Site|Page=Reactor|D=20|M=03|Y=2011|LocalArchive=Archive:Halowars.com/UNSC#Reactor}} | ||
The '''reactor''' is a [[United Nations Space Command]] structure used to power a prefabricated [[Firebase]] unit. | |||
==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
Prefabricated firebases contain a [[fusion reactor]] powered by reactions between [[hydrogen]] isotopes. The reactor allows a UNSC Firebase to operate very sophisticated systems. These reactors are modular allowing for quick setup. In order to meet a firebase's power requirements, | ===Design details=== | ||
[[File:HW ONI Reactor 1.png|thumb|An ONI reactor manned by [[UNSC Marines]] on Arcadia.]] | |||
Prefabricated firebases contain a [[fusion reactor]] powered by reactions between [[hydrogen]] isotopes. The reactor allows a UNSC Firebase to operate very sophisticated systems. These reactors are modular allowing for quick setup. In order to meet a firebase's power requirements, an additional power unit can be placed on the other socket present on the base of the structure, thus upgrading the structure to an '''Advanced Reactor'''.{{Ref/Reuse|hwsite}} These reactors are only employed on older "[[Firebase#"Pod" Firebase|Pod]]" firebases, as more modern firebase designs are capable of only relying on [[UNSC Generator|generators]] to meet their power requirements.{{Ref/Game|Id=PL|HW2|Phoenix_Logs#UNSC_Buildings|Phoenix Logs|Detail=[[UNSC Generator|Generator]]}} | |||
==Usage== | ===Usage=== | ||
Several standalone reactors were employed by the [[Arcadia ONI facility]]. During the [[Battle for Arcadia]], these reactors were co-opted by forces of the [[UNSC Spirit of Fire|UNSC ''Spirit of Fire'']] to siphon additional power. | Several standalone reactors were employed by the [[Arcadia ONI facility]]. During the [[Battle for Arcadia]], these reactors were co-opted by forces of the [[UNSC Spirit of Fire|UNSC ''Spirit of Fire'']] to siphon additional power.{{Ref/Level|HW|Arcadia Outskirts}}{{Ref/Level|HW|Dome of Light}} | ||
In [[2558]], a reactor was made the target of an attack by [[Covenant remnants]]. During the attack, the remnants were able to hijack an [[M510 Mammoth]] and set it on a collision course with the facility, though the vehicle was stopped by [[Blue Team]] before it could destroy the reactor. | In [[2558]], a reactor was made the target of an attack by [[Covenant remnants]]. During the attack, the remnants were able to hijack an [[M510 Mammoth]] and set it on a collision course with the facility, though the vehicle was stopped by [[Blue Team]] before it could destroy the reactor.{{Ref/Comic|TFS|Story=On the Brink}} | ||
== | ==In-game information== | ||
In ''[[Halo Wars]]'', | ===''Halo Wars''=== | ||
[[File:HW UNSCReactorSingle Screenshot.png|thumb|250px|The Reactor in-game in ''Halo Wars''.]] | |||
{{Quote|UNSC Reactors provide the energy needed to access the advanced buildings, units and technology upgrades.|In-game description}} | |||
In ''[[Halo Wars]]'', the first Reactor costs {{HWResources|250}} to be built; each subsequent Reactor costs an additional {{HWResources|250}} than the previous reactor. Reactors increase the {{HWTech|Tech Level}} of the [[United Nations Space Command|UNSC]], which allows them to field heavier and more advanced units. For each unit, building and upgrade of the UNSC, a certain technology level is required to make use of it. Typically the most advanced of units/upgrades require more energy units than less advanced ones. Each reactor constantly provides at least {{HWTech|1}}, and will continue to do so until destroyed. With {{HWResources|1,200}}, a default reactor can be upgraded to an advanced reactor, which provides an output of power equal to two default reactors, or {{HWTech|2}}. | |||
Reactors have been replaced by [[UNSC Generator|Generators]] in ''[[Halo Wars 2]]'' to accommodate an adjusted power gameplay mechanic. | Reactors have been replaced by [[UNSC Generator|Generators]] in ''[[Halo Wars 2]]'' to accommodate an adjusted power gameplay mechanic. | ||
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''' | ! rowspan="2" style="width: 20%" | Name !! rowspan="2" style="width: 10%" | Type !! colspan="3" style="width: 30%" | Cost !! rowspan="2" style="width: 40%" | Description | ||
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''' | | style="width: 10%" | '''Population''' || style="width: 10%" | '''Tech''' || style="width: 10%" | '''Resources''' | ||
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| Advanced Reactor || Upgrade || N/A || {{HWTech|0}} || {{HWResources|1,200}} || This Reactor provides enough energy to match the output of two Reactors. | |||
|} | |||
==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
*When even slightly damaged from enemy fire, reactors can be seen venting a blue substance. | *When even slightly damaged from enemy fire, reactors can be seen venting a blue substance. | ||
*Reactors can be found abandoned throughout the ''[[Halo Wars]]'' campaign and skirmish maps. Those in campaign are empty while those found in skirmish maps are guarded by hostile units. | *Reactors can be found abandoned throughout the ''[[Halo Wars]]'' campaign and skirmish maps. Those in campaign are empty while those found in skirmish maps are guarded by hostile units. | ||
==Gallery== | |||
<gallery> | |||
File:HW UNSCReactor Render 1.jpg|A UNSC reactor. | |||
File:HW_ONI_Reactor_2.png|Another reactor employed in the ONI Arcadia facility. | |||
File:HW UNSCReactorDouble Screenshot.png|An upgraded Advanced Reactor. | |||
</gallery> | |||
==List of appearances== | ==List of appearances== | ||
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==Sources== | ==Sources== | ||
{{Ref/Sources}} | |||
{{HW buildings}} | {{HW buildings}} | ||
[[Category:UNSC | [[Category:UNSC buildings]] | ||
[[Category:Power generation]] | [[Category:Power generation]] | ||
Latest revision as of 14:47, January 1, 2024
The reactor is a United Nations Space Command structure used to power a prefabricated Firebase unit.[1]
Overview[edit]
Design details[edit]
An ONI reactor manned by UNSC Marines on Arcadia.
Prefabricated firebases contain a fusion reactor powered by reactions between hydrogen isotopes. The reactor allows a UNSC Firebase to operate very sophisticated systems. These reactors are modular allowing for quick setup. In order to meet a firebase's power requirements, an additional power unit can be placed on the other socket present on the base of the structure, thus upgrading the structure to an Advanced Reactor.[1] These reactors are only employed on older "Pod" firebases, as more modern firebase designs are capable of only relying on generators to meet their power requirements.[2]
Usage[edit]
Several standalone reactors were employed by the Arcadia ONI facility. During the Battle for Arcadia, these reactors were co-opted by forces of the UNSC Spirit of Fire to siphon additional power.[3][4]
In 2558, a reactor was made the target of an attack by Covenant remnants. During the attack, the remnants were able to hijack an M510 Mammoth and set it on a collision course with the facility, though the vehicle was stopped by Blue Team before it could destroy the reactor.[5]
In-game information[edit]
Halo Wars[edit]
- "UNSC Reactors provide the energy needed to access the advanced buildings, units and technology upgrades."
- — In-game description
In Halo Wars, the first Reactor costs 
250 to be built; each subsequent Reactor costs an additional 250 than the previous reactor. Reactors increase the 
Tech Level of the UNSC, which allows them to field heavier and more advanced units. For each unit, building and upgrade of the UNSC, a certain technology level is required to make use of it. Typically the most advanced of units/upgrades require more energy units than less advanced ones. Each reactor constantly provides at least 1, and will continue to do so until destroyed. With 1,200, a default reactor can be upgraded to an advanced reactor, which provides an output of power equal to two default reactors, or 2.
Reactors have been replaced by Generators in Halo Wars 2 to accommodate an adjusted power gameplay mechanic.
| Name | Type | Cost | Description | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | Tech | Resources | |||
| Advanced Reactor | Upgrade | N/A | 0 |
1,200 |
This Reactor provides enough energy to match the output of two Reactors. |
Trivia[edit]
- When even slightly damaged from enemy fire, reactors can be seen venting a blue substance.
- Reactors can be found abandoned throughout the Halo Wars campaign and skirmish maps. Those in campaign are empty while those found in skirmish maps are guarded by hostile units.
Gallery[edit]
A UNSC reactor.
Another reactor employed in the ONI Arcadia facility.
An upgraded Advanced Reactor.
List of appearances[edit]
- Halo Wars: Genesis (First appearance)
- Halo Wars
- Halo: Tales from Slipspace
- Halo Wars 2 (Mentioned only)
Sources[edit]
- ^ a b Official Halo Wars Community Site, Reactor (Retrieved on Mar 20, 2011) [local archive] [external archive]
- ^ Halo Wars 2, Phoenix Logs: Generator
- ^ Halo Wars, campaign level Arcadia Outskirts
- ^ Halo Wars, campaign level Dome of Light
- ^ Halo: Tales from Slipspace - On the Brink
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