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{{Multiplayer Map Infobox
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|image=[[Image:Prisoner.jpg|300px]]
|image=[[File:Prisoner.jpg|300px]]
|game=''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]''
|game=''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]''
|location=[[Installation 04]]
|devname=<code>prisoner</code>{{Ref/File|Id=HCEEK|HCEEK|HCEEK\tags\levels\test\prisoner\prisoner.scenario}}
|terrain=Multi-Leveled Building
|map=
|weapons=
|location=[[Installation 04]]{{Ref/Map|Id=Prisoner|HCE|Prisoner|Detail=Map skybox}}
*[[MA5B ICWS Assault Rifle|Assault Rifle]]
|terrain=Multi-Leveled building
*[[Flamethrower]] (PC/Mac only)
|symmetry=Asymmetrical
*[[Plasma Rifle]]
|playernumber=2-8
*[[M19 SSM|Rocket Launcher]]
*[[SRS99C-S2 AM|Sniper Rifle]]
*[[Fragmentation Grenade]]s
*[[Plasma Grenade]]s
|vehicles=None
|power-ups=*[[Active Camo]]
*[[Health Pack]]
|gametypes=
|gametypes=
*[[Slayer]]
*[[Slayer]]
*[[Oddball]]
*[[Oddball]]
*[[Elimination]]
*[[Slayer|Elimination]]
|playernumber=
*[[Capture the Flag]]
*2-8
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}}
{{Article Quote|Get on Top.}}
{{Article quote|Get on Top.}}
'''''Prisoner''''' is a [[multiplayer]] map in ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]''.


== Summary ==
'''''Prisoner''''' is a [[multiplayer]] map in ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]''. It was remade for ''[[Halo: Reach]]'' mulitplayer as the ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary]]'' map, [[Solitary]].
This map takes place in some sort of [[Forerunner]] holding facility for the Flood. It is symmetrical on exactly thirteen axes, making it a very tight map. The most interesting aspect about this map is the bridges, which are very useful for opening fire on opponents below but very vulnerable to [[Sniper Rifle|snipers]]. Because of its tight space, it is best for [[Shotguns|shotguns]].


The most vulnerable spot on the map is the center; however, there is an [[Active Camouflage]] under the central pillar and a rocket launcher above it. The long hallways, walls and ramps resemble the inside structures of the level [[The Silent Cartographer]]. It also has a very "cramped" feel to it and rockets and [[M9 High-Explosive Dual-Purpose Grenade|Grenades]] are not recommended while going up or down one of the hallways. Some players make a 16 person [[CTF]] servers with only [[Rocket Launcher]], [[Fuel Rod Cannon]] and the [[Flamethrower]]. This creates a fast paced, chaotic but balanced game where players never stay alive for more than a minute or two.
==Summary==
This map takes place in some sort of [[Forerunner]] facility. The most interesting aspect about this map is the bridges, which are very useful for opening fire on opponents below but very vulnerable to [[SRS99C-S2 AM sniper rifle|snipers]]. The shotgun is the most useful weapon in these close encounters.


== Strategies ==
The most vulnerable spot on the map is the center; however, there is an [[Active Camouflage]] under the central pillar and a [[M41 SPNKR|rocket launcher]] above it. It has a very "cramped" feel to it and rockets and [[M9 fragmentation grenade|frag grenades]] are not recommended while going up or down one of the hallways. Some players make a 16-person [[Capture The Flag|CTF]] servers with only rocket launchers, [[Unidentified fuel rod gun|fuel rod gun]]s and [[M7057 flamethrower|flamethrower]]s. This creates a fast-paced, chaotic, but balanced game where players rarely survive for over a minute.


• Be aware of the natural team stalemate that develops on Prisoner: it's often necessary for players to be more creative than usual in how they approach the map.  
==Strategies==
*Be aware of the natural team stalemate that develops on Prisoner: it's often necessary for players to be more creative than usual in how they approach the map.
*In team games, have one or two team members work their way in behind the enemy' side of the map. Once behind, enemy players will often be overwhelmed between fire from the main team and the infiltrating pair. As a result, the enemy team crumbles between the two forces.
*Operate in groups: With multiple allied groups of two or three players working around the map, it becomes easier to disorient or overwhelm the enemy team.
*In Team Slayer, its best for one player to wield a sniper rifle, several with [[MA5B assault rifle|assault rifles]], and few with [[M90 shotgun|shotguns]]. The sniper should position himself across from a major weapon spawn, such as the rocket launcher in the middle tower of the map. The player with the shotgun should patrol the sniper rifle spawn point, gunning down would-be enemy snipers. Lastly, position two players with assault rifles and [[M6D magnum|pistols]] near the sniper mentioned above, just in case the attack force of the other team overpowers.
*Use the ground floor and passageways to avoid enemy fire.


• In team games, have one or two team members work their way in behind the enemy' side of the map. Once behind, enemy players will often be overwhelmed between fire from the main team and the infiltrating pair. As a result, the enemy team crumbles between the two forces.
==Production notes==
{{Main|Cut Halo 2 levels#Convict}}
A map based on Prisoner existed during ''Halo 2''{{'}}s production. Known as "Convict," this map expanded Prisoner's layout into a larger, two base version that effectively acted as "two" copies of Prisoner, connected on either end. Convict was restored and released as part of the [[Digsite]] project in 2023.{{Ref/Site|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/digsite-deliveries|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Digsite Deliveries|D=30|M=01|Y=2024}}{{Ref/Site|URL=https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3000901245|Site=Steam Workshop|Page=Digtacular Map Pack|D=30|M=01|Y=2024}}


• Operate in groups: With multiple allied groups of two or three players working around the map, it becomes easier to disorient or overwhelm the enemy team.
==Trivia==
*This map is referred to as 'Prison Bitch' in parts of the game coding.<ref>Halo 1.09 map table address: 40536218</ref>
*The long hallways, walls and ramps resemble the inside structures of the level [[The Silent Cartographer]].
*This map, along with [[Beaver Creek]], [[Damnation]], [[Hang 'Em High]], [[Timberland]], and [[Headlong]] are featured in ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary]]'' as remakes.
*Prisoner is the only multiplayer map in ''Halo: Combat Evolved'' to feature destructible elements within its environment; the windows around the map can be shattered.


• In Team Slayer, send a man out with a Sniper Rifle, and others with the Assault Rifle, and some with  Shotguns. The sniper should position himself across from a major weapon spawn, such as the Rocket Launcher in the middle tower of the map. The player with the Shotgun should patrol the Sniper Rifle spawn point, gunning down would-be enemy snipers. Lastly, position two players with Assault Rifles and Magnums near the sniper mentioned above, just in case the attack force of the other team overpowers.
==Gallery==
{{Linkbox|gallery=yes}}
<gallery>
File:HCE Prisoner FFA 1.jpg|A battle on the upper walkways.
File:HCE Prisoner FFA 2.jpg|A battle on the bottom floor.
File:HCE Prisoner FFA 3.jpg|A battle on a walkway.
File:HMCC HCE Prisoner Map.png|Prisoner Map.
</gallery>


• Use the ground floor and passageways to avoid enemy fire.
==Sources==
{{Ref/Sources}}


== Trivia ==
{{Levels|H1|mode=yes}}
*The obelisk in the center of the map shares some resemblance to a [[HEV]].
*This map is referred to as 'Prison Bitch' in parts of the game coding.
 
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[[Category:Multiplayer]]
[[Category:Multiplayer Levels]]
[[Category:Default Multiplayer Levels]]

Latest revision as of 10:12, November 9, 2024

Prisoner
Prisoner.jpg
Map overview

Game:

Halo: Combat Evolved

Map file name (?):

prisoner[1]

Lore information

Location:

Installation 04[2]

Gameplay overview

Terrain:

Multi-Leveled building

Map layout:

Asymmetrical

Recommended number of players:

2-8

Recommended gametype(s):

 
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Prisoner is a multiplayer map in Halo: Combat Evolved. It was remade for Halo: Reach mulitplayer as the Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary map, Solitary.

Summary[edit]

This map takes place in some sort of Forerunner facility. The most interesting aspect about this map is the bridges, which are very useful for opening fire on opponents below but very vulnerable to snipers. The shotgun is the most useful weapon in these close encounters.

The most vulnerable spot on the map is the center; however, there is an Active Camouflage under the central pillar and a rocket launcher above it. It has a very "cramped" feel to it and rockets and frag grenades are not recommended while going up or down one of the hallways. Some players make a 16-person CTF servers with only rocket launchers, fuel rod guns and flamethrowers. This creates a fast-paced, chaotic, but balanced game where players rarely survive for over a minute.

Strategies[edit]

  • Be aware of the natural team stalemate that develops on Prisoner: it's often necessary for players to be more creative than usual in how they approach the map.
  • In team games, have one or two team members work their way in behind the enemy' side of the map. Once behind, enemy players will often be overwhelmed between fire from the main team and the infiltrating pair. As a result, the enemy team crumbles between the two forces.
  • Operate in groups: With multiple allied groups of two or three players working around the map, it becomes easier to disorient or overwhelm the enemy team.
  • In Team Slayer, its best for one player to wield a sniper rifle, several with assault rifles, and few with shotguns. The sniper should position himself across from a major weapon spawn, such as the rocket launcher in the middle tower of the map. The player with the shotgun should patrol the sniper rifle spawn point, gunning down would-be enemy snipers. Lastly, position two players with assault rifles and pistols near the sniper mentioned above, just in case the attack force of the other team overpowers.
  • Use the ground floor and passageways to avoid enemy fire.

Production notes[edit]

Main article: Cut Halo 2 levels § Convict

A map based on Prisoner existed during Halo 2's production. Known as "Convict," this map expanded Prisoner's layout into a larger, two base version that effectively acted as "two" copies of Prisoner, connected on either end. Convict was restored and released as part of the Digsite project in 2023.[3][4]

Trivia[edit]

Gallery[edit]

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  • A battle on the upper walkways.

    A battle on the upper walkways.

  • A battle on the bottom floor.

    A battle on the bottom floor.

  • A battle on a walkway.

    A battle on a walkway.

  • Prisoner Map.

    Prisoner Map.

Sources[edit]

  1. ^ Halo: Combat Evolved Editing Kit, game file HCEEK\tags\levels\test\prisoner\prisoner.scenario
  2. ^ Halo: Combat Evolved, multiplayer map Prisoner: Map skybox
  3. ^ Halo Waypoint, Digsite Deliveries (Retrieved on Jan 30, 2024) [archive]
  4. ^ Steam Workshop, Digtacular Map Pack (Retrieved on Jan 30, 2024) [archive]
  5. ^ Halo 1.09 map table address: 40536218

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