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{{ | {{Title|''Pnap''-pattern Goblin}} | ||
{{Status|Canon}} | |||
{{disambig header|the Unggoy powered exoskeleton|the MJOLNIR armor variant|GOBLIN-class Mjolnir}} | {{disambig header|the Unggoy powered exoskeleton|the MJOLNIR armor variant|GOBLIN-class Mjolnir}} | ||
{{Vehicle infobox | {{Vehicle infobox | ||
|name= | |name=''Pnap''-pattern Battlesuit | ||
|image=[[File:H5G - Goblin render.png|300px]] | |image=[[File:H5G - Goblin render.png|300px]] | ||
|manufacturer=[[Unggoy]] designers | |manufacturer= | ||
*[[Unggoy]] designers{{Ref/Site|Id=polygon|URL=http://www.polygon.com/2016/6/21/11989318/meet-halo-5-s-new-boss-then-kill-it-with-this-new-vehicle|Site=Polygon|Page=MEET HALO 5’S NEW BOSS, THEN KILL IT WITH THIS NEW VEHICLE|D=21|M=06|Y=2016}} | |||
*[[Assembly Forges]]{{Ref/Book|Id=Enc22|Enc22|Page=277}} | |||
|line= | |line= | ||
|model= | |model= | ||
|cost= | |cost= | ||
|length= | |length={{Convert|11.8|ft|m|sp=us|disp=flip}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} | ||
|width= | |width={{Convert|14|ft|m|sp=us|disp=flip}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} | ||
|height= | |height={{Convert|13.5|ft|m|sp=us|disp=flip}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} | ||
|mass= | |mass=2.5 tons (2.26 tonnes) {{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} | ||
|max speed= | |max speed= | ||
|engine= | |engine= | ||
|hull= | |hull= | ||
|armament=*[[ | |armament=*[[Needle cannon|Needle cannon]]{{Ref/Reuse|CFBuzz}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} | ||
*[[Shardstorm launcher]] | *[[Shardstorm launcher]]{{Ref/Reuse|CFBuzz}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} | ||
*[[Goblin grenade launcher]] | *[[Goblin grenade launcher]] | ||
*Power wrist | *Power wrist{{Ref/Reuse|CFBuzz}} | ||
*EMP Stomp/Furious feet | *EMP Stomp/Furious feet{{Ref/Reuse|CFBuzz}} | ||
*Focus cannon {{C|Only in Beam Goblin variant}} | *Focus cannon {{C|Only in Beam Goblin variant}}{{Ref/Reuse|BH}} | ||
|crew=One operator | |crew=One operator{{Ref/Reuse|polygon}} | ||
|complement= | |complement= | ||
|consumables= | |consumables= | ||
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*[[Hekabe]]'s faction | *[[Hekabe]]'s faction | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{Quote|The Goblin is a Balaho-born battlesuit that embodies the pillars that Unggoy themselves universally agree their species is known for: ruggedness, agility, and lethality.|[[Jeff Easterling]] on the Goblin | {{Quote|The Goblin is a Balaho-born battlesuit that embodies the pillars that Unggoy themselves universally agree their species is known for: ruggedness, agility, and lethality.|[[Jeff Easterling]] on the Goblin{{Ref/Reuse|CFBuzz}}}} | ||
The '''Goblin''' | The '''''Pnap''-pattern Battlesuit'''{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}}, commonly known to [[human]]ity as the '''Goblin''' is a [[powered exoskeleton|battlesuit]] built for [[Unggoy]], by Unggoy, on their homeworld of [[Balaho]].{{Ref/Site|Id=CFBuzz|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/canon-fodder-buzz-generating|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Canon Fodder - Buzz Generating|D=08|M=11|Y=2020}} The Goblin's designers agreed that it was the perfect embodiment of agility, lethality, and ruggedness,{{Ref/Reuse|polygon}} three pillars that the Unggoy universally agree their species is known for.{{Ref/Reuse|CFBuzz}} | ||
== | ==Overview== | ||
===Design details=== | ===Design details=== | ||
A bipedal [[powered exoskeleton]] that serves as a battlesuit specifically for [[Unggoy]], the Goblin is rugged, agile, and lethal. While the Goblin itself is shielded with thick plates of armor, the battlesuit's operator, known as a [[Unggoy jockey|jockey]], is protected inside the cockpit by a dedicated [[Energy shielding|energy shield]]. The Goblin is believed to be able to operate even under the | A bipedal [[powered exoskeleton]] that serves as a battlesuit specifically for [[Unggoy]], the Goblin is rugged, agile, and lethal. While the Goblin itself is shielded with thick plates of armor, the battlesuit's operator, known as a [[Unggoy jockey|jockey]], is protected inside the cockpit by a dedicated [[Energy shielding|energy shield]]. The Goblin is believed to be able to operate even under the direst of circumstances.{{Ref/Reuse|CFBuzz}} | ||
The Goblin's design is created in the likeness of the [[Forerunner]]s' "pre-ascension" form, as popularized by famous Unggoy theologian [[Ang'napnap the Enlightened]]. The Goblin combines exotic engineering acumen, [[Covenant]] manufacturing technology allowing the battlesuit to be automatically assembled, and a user interface design built specifically for Unggoy operators. Personnel of the [[United Nations Space Command]] agree that a single Goblin is a greater threat than an entire combat [[lance]] of unsuited Unggoy, albeit a little less dangerous than a [[File (unit)|file]]. | The Goblin's design is created in the likeness of the [[Forerunner]]s' "pre-ascension" form, as popularized by famous Unggoy theologian [[Ang'napnap the Enlightened]].{{Ref/Twitter|Halo|1644376999547240457|Halo|Quote=VEHICLE DATABASE - GOBLIN The Unggoy sought to fight the demons, and so the Unggoy became the demons! #FictionFriday|D=07|M=04|Y=2023}} The Goblin combines exotic engineering acumen, [[Covenant]] manufacturing technology allowing the battlesuit to be automatically assembled, and a user interface design built specifically for Unggoy operators. Personnel of the [[United Nations Space Command]] agree that a single Goblin is a greater threat than an entire combat [[lance]] of unsuited Unggoy, albeit a little less dangerous than a [[File (unit)|file]]. | ||
Despite its size, the Goblin is incredibly mobile and capable of jumping up to two hundred feet into the air. The Goblin is able to use its "arms" to punch any opponent that draws too close, or utilize an [[electromagnetic pulse]] capable of disabling nearby vehicles. | Despite its size, the Goblin is incredibly mobile and capable of jumping up to two hundred feet into the air. The Goblin is able to use its "arms" to punch any opponent that draws too close, or utilize an [[electromagnetic pulse]] capable of disabling nearby vehicles.{{Ref/Reuse|polygon}} | ||
===Armament=== | ===Armament=== | ||
Goblins are armed with a double-barreled [[ | Goblins are armed with a double-barreled [[needle cannon]] capable of dealing significant damage to vehicles. The Needler can also be utilized as a multiple-launch system, capable of firing a barrage of [[blamite]] shards that can target up to eight different hostiles. This feature is powered by a device attached to the Goblin's backside and is disabled when the device is removed or destroyed. Accompanying the power device is a [[Shardstorm launcher]], capable of firing entire clouds of blamite needles.{{Ref/Reuse|CFBuzz}} As a backup weapon, the Goblin is armed with a [[grenade launcher]].{{Ref/Reuse|polygon}} | ||
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
[[File:H5G - Goblin variants.jpg|thumb|300px|Several variants of the Goblin seen in War Games.]] | [[File:H5G - Goblin variants.jpg|thumb|300px|Several variants of the Goblin seen in War Games.]] | ||
Two variants of the Goblin are present in the [[UNSC]]'s [[War Games]] simulations; the default permutation and the Mythic-tier permutation. Both are said to function somewhat differently. | Two variants of the Goblin are present in the [[UNSC]]'s [[War Games]] simulations; the default permutation and the Mythic-tier permutation. Both are said to function somewhat differently. | ||
*'''[[ | *'''[[Eklon'Dal Workshop Goblin]]''': A Goblin variant used by [[Yapyap's rebellion]].<ref name="HW2">'''[[Halo Wars 2]]'''</ref> | ||
*'''Beam Goblin''': Developed in Balaho by Senior Science Commissioner [[Gablap]] and other top Balaho scientists, the Beam Goblin features a [[focus cannon]]. | *'''Beam Goblin''': Developed in Balaho by Senior Science Commissioner [[Gablap]] and other top Balaho scientists, the Beam Goblin features a [[focus cannon]].{{Ref/Site|Id=BH|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/bounty-hunters|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Canon Fodder - Bounty Hunters|D=02|M=08|Y=2021}} | ||
==Operational history== | ==Operational history== | ||
{{Quote|Come at us, humans! Let us blow you to pieces!|A Goblin pilot attacking Alpha-Nine. | {{Quote|Come at us, humans! Let us blow you to pieces!|A Goblin pilot attacking Alpha-Nine.{{Ref/Novel|Id=HBB22%|HBadB|Chapter=4}}}} | ||
[[Jiralhanae Chieftain]] [[Hekabe]]'s forces used Goblins during the [[ | [[Jiralhanae Chieftain]] [[Hekabe]]'s forces used Goblins during the [[Carrow Conflict]] to excavate the [[Vertex]] in [[2558#September|September 2558]].<ref name="Envoy">'''[[Halo: Envoy]]'''</ref> By October 2558 Goblins were used in [[Warzone]] simulations aboard the {{UNSCShip|Infinity}}.<ref name="H5G">'''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]'''</ref> When [[Alpha-Nine]] attempted to rescue the survivors of the [[UEG]] delegation on Balaho Unggoy-forces loyal to the Created attacked the Spartan-IVs with two Goblins.{{Ref/Reuse|HBB22%}} During Yapyap's rebellion at [[Installation 00]], Banished Goblins were put into service under his command. | ||
==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
*Like many [[Covenant]] vehicles before it, the Unggoy's Goblin is named after a supernatural creature. The [[Wikipedia:Goblin|Goblin]] is a legendary mischievous or evil dwarf-like daemon from European stories and accounts of the Middle Ages. | *Like many [[Covenant]] vehicles before it, the Unggoy's Goblin is named after a supernatural creature. The [[Wikipedia:Goblin|Goblin]] is a legendary mischievous or evil dwarf-like daemon from European stories and accounts of the Middle Ages. | ||
*One can disable the Goblin's shield, however it is very hard to do. Once it is disabled, the Unggoy inside can be | *One can disable the Goblin's shield, however it is very hard to do. Once it is disabled, the Unggoy inside can be killed with a headshot. | ||
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
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<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
File:H5GC-Grunt Goblin.jpg|Concept artwork of the Goblin for ''[[Halo 5: Guardians]].'' | File:H5GC-Grunt Goblin.jpg|Concept artwork of the Goblin for ''[[Halo 5: Guardians]].'' | ||
File:H5G GruntGoblin Refinement Concept.jpg|Refined and finalised concept art of the Goblin. | |||
File:H5G-Goblinstrut.gif|Animation of the Goblin's walk cycle. | File:H5G-Goblinstrut.gif|Animation of the Goblin's walk cycle. | ||
File:H5G-Iamabioticgod.gif|Goblins' walk cycle compared to an [[Unggoy Storm]]'s. | File:H5G-Iamabioticgod.gif|Goblins' walk cycle compared to an [[Unggoy Storm]]'s. | ||
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File:H5G-Grunt Goblin 2.jpg|A Goblin attacks a [[CYCLOPS-class Mjolnir|Cyclops]]-clad [[Spartan-IV]] in a [[Warzone]] simulation. | File:H5G-Grunt Goblin 2.jpg|A Goblin attacks a [[CYCLOPS-class Mjolnir|Cyclops]]-clad [[Spartan-IV]] in a [[Warzone]] simulation. | ||
File:H5G - Goblin cockpit.jpg|Cockpit of the Goblin. | File:H5G - Goblin cockpit.jpg|Cockpit of the Goblin. | ||
File:H5G-Grunt Goblin 3.jpg| | File:H5G-Grunt Goblin 3.jpg|A Goblin under fire from a jetpack-equipped Spartan and an [[AV-49 Wasp]] attacking from afar. | ||
File:H5G-Grunt Goblin 4.jpg|The Goblin fires its heavy needle cannon. | File:H5G-Grunt Goblin 4.jpg|The Goblin fires its heavy needle cannon. | ||
File:H5G-TempleGoblinShardstorm.png|The Goblin fires its Shardstorm launcher. | File:H5G-TempleGoblinShardstorm.png|The Goblin fires its Shardstorm launcher. | ||
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File:H5G-TempleGoblingrenadelauncher.png|A Goblin using its grenade launcher. | File:H5G-TempleGoblingrenadelauncher.png|A Goblin using its grenade launcher. | ||
File:H5G-TempleGoblinEMP.png|A Goblin using its EMP ability. | File:H5G-TempleGoblinEMP.png|A Goblin using its EMP ability. | ||
File:H5G-Teamwork.png|A [[ | File:H5G-Teamwork.png|A [[Phaeton]] Helios, [[M820 Scorpion]], {{Pattern|Karo'wark|Ghost}}, and Ultra Type-54 Ghost attack a Goblin. | ||
File:H5G-BeamGoblin.jpg|A Beam Goblin firing its focus cannon. | File:H5G-BeamGoblin.jpg|A Beam Goblin firing its focus cannon. | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
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==Sources== | ==Sources== | ||
{{Ref/Sources}} | |||
{{Covenant Ground Vehicles}} | {{Covenant Ground Vehicles}} |
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Technical specifications | |
Length: |
3.6 meters (11.8 ft)[2] |
Width: |
4.3 meters (14 ft)[2] |
Height: |
4.1 meters (13.5 ft)[2] |
Mass: |
2.5 tons (2.26 tonnes) [2] |
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Armament: |
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Crew: |
One operator[1] |
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Role(s): |
Heavy combat battlesuit |
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- "The Goblin is a Balaho-born battlesuit that embodies the pillars that Unggoy themselves universally agree their species is known for: ruggedness, agility, and lethality."
- — Jeff Easterling on the Goblin[3]
The Pnap-pattern Battlesuit[2], commonly known to humanity as the Goblin is a battlesuit built for Unggoy, by Unggoy, on their homeworld of Balaho.[3] The Goblin's designers agreed that it was the perfect embodiment of agility, lethality, and ruggedness,[1] three pillars that the Unggoy universally agree their species is known for.[3]
Overview[edit]
Design details[edit]
A bipedal powered exoskeleton that serves as a battlesuit specifically for Unggoy, the Goblin is rugged, agile, and lethal. While the Goblin itself is shielded with thick plates of armor, the battlesuit's operator, known as a jockey, is protected inside the cockpit by a dedicated energy shield. The Goblin is believed to be able to operate even under the direst of circumstances.[3]
The Goblin's design is created in the likeness of the Forerunners' "pre-ascension" form, as popularized by famous Unggoy theologian Ang'napnap the Enlightened.[5] The Goblin combines exotic engineering acumen, Covenant manufacturing technology allowing the battlesuit to be automatically assembled, and a user interface design built specifically for Unggoy operators. Personnel of the United Nations Space Command agree that a single Goblin is a greater threat than an entire combat lance of unsuited Unggoy, albeit a little less dangerous than a file.
Despite its size, the Goblin is incredibly mobile and capable of jumping up to two hundred feet into the air. The Goblin is able to use its "arms" to punch any opponent that draws too close, or utilize an electromagnetic pulse capable of disabling nearby vehicles.[1]
Armament[edit]
Goblins are armed with a double-barreled needle cannon capable of dealing significant damage to vehicles. The Needler can also be utilized as a multiple-launch system, capable of firing a barrage of blamite shards that can target up to eight different hostiles. This feature is powered by a device attached to the Goblin's backside and is disabled when the device is removed or destroyed. Accompanying the power device is a Shardstorm launcher, capable of firing entire clouds of blamite needles.[3] As a backup weapon, the Goblin is armed with a grenade launcher.[1]
Variants[edit]
Two variants of the Goblin are present in the UNSC's War Games simulations; the default permutation and the Mythic-tier permutation. Both are said to function somewhat differently.
- Eklon'Dal Workshop Goblin: A Goblin variant used by Yapyap's rebellion.[6]
- Beam Goblin: Developed in Balaho by Senior Science Commissioner Gablap and other top Balaho scientists, the Beam Goblin features a focus cannon.[4]
Operational history[edit]
- "Come at us, humans! Let us blow you to pieces!"
- — A Goblin pilot attacking Alpha-Nine.[7]
Jiralhanae Chieftain Hekabe's forces used Goblins during the Carrow Conflict to excavate the Vertex in September 2558.[8] By October 2558 Goblins were used in Warzone simulations aboard the UNSC Infinity.[9] When Alpha-Nine attempted to rescue the survivors of the UEG delegation on Balaho Unggoy-forces loyal to the Created attacked the Spartan-IVs with two Goblins.[7] During Yapyap's rebellion at Installation 00, Banished Goblins were put into service under his command.
Trivia[edit]
- Like many Covenant vehicles before it, the Unggoy's Goblin is named after a supernatural creature. The Goblin is a legendary mischievous or evil dwarf-like daemon from European stories and accounts of the Middle Ages.
- One can disable the Goblin's shield, however it is very hard to do. Once it is disabled, the Unggoy inside can be killed with a headshot.
Gallery[edit]
Concept art[edit]
Concept artwork of the Goblin for Halo 5: Guardians.
Goblins' walk cycle compared to an Unggoy Storm's.
In-game[edit]
A Goblin attacks a Cyclops-clad Spartan-IV in a Warzone simulation.
A Goblin under fire from a jetpack-equipped Spartan and an AV-49 Wasp attacking from afar.
A Phaeton Helios, M820 Scorpion, Karo'wark-pattern Ghost, and Ultra Type-54 Ghost attack a Goblin.
See our gameplay information related to Pnap-pattern Goblin on its gameplay page. | |
Browse more images in this article's gallery page. |
List of appearances[edit]
- Halo 5: Guardians (First appearance)
- Halo: Envoy
- Halo: Bad Blood
- Halo Wars 2
Sources[edit]
- ^ a b c d e Polygon, MEET HALO 5’S NEW BOSS, THEN KILL IT WITH THIS NEW VEHICLE (Retrieved on Jun 21, 2016) [archive]
- ^ a b c d e f g h Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition), page 277
- ^ a b c d e f g h i Halo Waypoint, Canon Fodder - Buzz Generating (Retrieved on Nov 8, 2020) [archive]
- ^ a b Halo Waypoint, Canon Fodder - Bounty Hunters (Retrieved on Aug 2, 2021) [archive]
- ^ Twitter, Halo (@Halo): "VEHICLE DATABASE - GOBLIN The Unggoy sought to fight the demons, and so the Unggoy became the demons! #FictionFriday" (Retrieved on Apr 7, 2023) [archive]
- ^ Halo Wars 2
- ^ a b Halo: Bad Blood, chapter 4
- ^ Halo: Envoy
- ^ Halo 5: Guardians
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