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<center>{{Article Quote|This sanctuary now rings with the sound of combat - the end of the ancient duality of the Covenant is truly at hand.}}</center>
{{Center|{{Article quote|This sanctuary now rings with the sound of combat - the end of the ancient duality of the Covenant is truly at hand.}}}}


'''Gemini''' is a [[Halo 2|''Halo 2'']] [[multiplayer]] level, added to ''Halo 2'''s [[Maptacular Pack]], based on the level Duality from [[Marathon]]<ref>"the end of the ancient '''duality'' of the Covenant is truly at hand."</ref> set on [[High Charity|''High Charity'']]. It is one of the smallest ''Halo 2'' maps.
'''Gemini''' is a ''[[Halo 2]]'' [[multiplayer]] map that was included in ''Halo 2''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s [[Maptacular Pack]]. Based on the level ''[https://marathongame.fandom.com/wiki/Duality_(Level) Duality]'' from [[Marathon]],<ref name="bnet">[http://halo.bungie.net/News/content.aspx?cid=5732 '''Bungie.net''': Welcome to Gemini]</ref> and is one of the smallest ''Halo 2'' maps.


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==Summary==
==Summary==
Gemini is considered as being the Prophet's retreat. It is somewhat of an unusual level, as it consists of an open outside area and closed-quarter inside area. Teleporters can warp players up to two small balconies on the top of the inner area. Another teleporter warps players to the outside and back. There is a wide array of weapons from close ranged [[Brute Shots]] and the [[Energy Sword]], to [[Carbine]]s and a [[Beam Rifle]]. An [[Overshield]] can be found in front of the [[Prophet]] statue.
{{Quote|The grandeur of the Covenant city world, High Charity, is a vista for the pious from this palatial place of meditation.<ref name="Manual">[[Halo 2 Multiplayer Map Pack Manual#Gemini|Halo 2 Multiplayer Map Pack Manual]] - Gemini</ref>}}
Gemini is set in the [[Garden of Reverent Contemplation]] in the [[Covenant]] holy city of [[High Charity]]. Although under control of the Flood parasite, the {{UNSCShip|In Amber Clad}} continued to transmit data to its remote nodes, attempting to accumulate as much information about both [[Delta Halo]] and High Charity as possible before the ship's termination. Remote relays captured these details, and one peculiar mass image was a site within High Charity now believed to be the Garden of Reverent Contemplation. This site was believed to be a place of thought and worship dedicated to the High [[Prophet of Truth]]. The intention of this place was quiet solitude in honor of the Hierarch, but Spartans currently use Gemini's impressive symmetry and multiple levels to more acutely hone their combat skills. The tree in the garden was taken from a location - possibly a [[Halo Array|Halo]] or other place, and symbolizes life.{{Ref/Reuse|Manual}}


Another interesting feature is the addition of doors; the doors make you feel like you're in the levels [[Gravemind (Level)|Gravemind]] and [[High Charity (Level)| High Charity]]. It is pretty rare to find classic doors in a multiplayer level like this; Gemini is in fact the only multiplayer map that features these doors.
Gemini is somewhat of an unusual level, as it consists of a closed-quarters outside area and an open inside area. Teleporters can warp players up to two small balconies on the top of the inner area. Another teleporter warps players to the outside and back. There is a wide array of weapons from close ranged [[Type-25 Brute Shot|Brute Shots]] and the [[Type-1 energy sword|energy sword]], to [[Vostu-pattern carbine|carbines]] and a [[Sulok-pattern beam rifle|beam rifle]]. An [[Overshield]] can be found in front of the [[San'Shyuum|Prophet]] statue.


The statue of the [[Prophet]] in about the middle of the map is probably a founder of the [[Covenant]] and what appears to be a natural tree. Outside, the map features 5 Covenant [[Phantom]] docks and what appears to be another natural tree. In the background behind the Phantom docks you can see the [[Forerunner Dreadnought]] that the [[Prophet of Truth]] used on the ''Halo 2'' level High Charity to get to [[Earth]], this is the only multiplayer map to show the [[Dreadnought]].
Another interesting feature is the addition of doors. It is rare to find classic doors in a multiplayer level like this; Gemini is, in fact, the only multiplayer map that features these doors.


It is possible to get below the level and explore the city.<ref>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kvt020_l9iU</ref>
The statue of the [[San'Shyuum]] in about the middle of the map appears to be of the [[Prophet of Truth]] and is near what appears to be a natural tree. Outside, the map features five [[Covenant]] [[Kez'katu-pattern Phantom|Phantom]] docks and what appears to be another tree. In the background, behind the Phantom docks, you can see the ''[[Anodyne Spirit]]'' in the center of the city.
<ref>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2bZnqjHy6WQ </ref>
 
It is possible to get below the level and explore the city.<ref>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kvt020_l9iU</ref><ref>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2bZnqjHy6WQ</ref>


===Territories===
===Territories===
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==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*Gemini is one of the twelve signs of the Zodiac and is represented by twins
===Production notes===
*Some believe the symbolism of the Prophet and the Halo ring represents the Prophets' role as providers of the Holy Rings to the Covenant.
*Gemini was created as a remake of the level Duality from the ''[[Marathon]]'' games made by Bungie before ''Halo''. In bringing the map to ''Halo 2'', Bungie wanted to create a map that was small but would suit ranged gameplay for weapons like the [[Vostu-pattern carbine|carbine]]. Objects like doors and cover were placed to help the map from being dominated by snipers. However, as ''Marathon'' never had as long-ranged weapons as ''Halo'', and thus didn't need as much cover. One major difference from Duality is that where the old map had a pond, Gemini has a large tree that players can use as cover.{{Ref/Reuse|bnet}}
{{High Charity Locations}}
 


*Gemini can be spotted in Campaign mode in ''Halo 2''. On the level [[Gravemind]], when you exit the High Council Chamber and you get near where the [[Arbiter (character)|Arbiter]] was tortured, look to the left, and in between the two giant towers with the eye-shaped purple design, you will see a smaller tower with the exact shape as the Gemini map.
===Trivia===
*There are two spires that appear in the levels Gravemind and High Charity, but the player is unable to knock them over.  
*Gemini is one of the twelve signs of the Zodiac and is represented by twins.
*Except for [[Cold Storage]], it is the only level in the [[Halo]] series with blue [[teleporters]] in place of green ones.
*Gemini can be spotted in Campaign mode in ''Halo 2''. On the level [[Gravemind (level)|Gravemind]], when you exit the High Council Chamber and get near where [[Thel 'Vadam]] was tortured, look to the left, and in between the two giant towers with the eye-shaped purple design, you will see a smaller tower with the exact shape as the Gemini map.
*Outside looking down over the edge of the platform it is possible to get down and run around on the spikes far below
*There are two spires that appear in the levels Gravemind and High Charity, but the player is unable to destroy their bases or knock them over.
*The map's name and description are a reference to the Marathon multiplayer map Duality, on which Gemini is based.
*This is one of few maps in the ''Halo'' series prior to ''Halo: Reach'' to have blue teleporters instead of green, the other map being [[Cold Storage]].
*The level itself has a striking resemblance to the level, "Ex Cathedral" from the game, ''Marathon 2: Durandal''.
*Outside, looking down over the edge of the platform it is possible to get down and run around on the spikes far below.


== Images ==
==Gallery==
{{Linkbox|gallery=yes}}
<gallery>
<gallery>
Image:Gemini Map.PNG|Gemini map with spawn points.
File:HMCC H2 Gemini Map.png|Gemini Map.
File:Gemini Map.PNG|Gemini map with spawn points.
File:H2 Gemini Hallway.png|One of the side corridors on Gemini, at the Carbine spawn.
File:H2_Gemini_Central.png|Overview of the central area of the map.
File:H2_Gemini_Gardens.png|The garden area behind the Prophet statue, with the energy sword spawn.
File:H2 Gemini Exterior.png|The exterior balcony that runs around the Gardens, as viewed from above the exterior teleporter. Behind the camera, the player can overlook the High Charity dome and Keyship.
File:H2 Gemini Skybox.png|The skybox of High Charity, as seen from the map.
</gallery>
</gallery>


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


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Gemini
H2 Gemini Statue.png
Map overview

Game:

Halo 2

Map file name (?):

gemini[1]

Lore information

Map designation (?):

War Games Map_Set/: 840-5[2]

Location:

Garden of Reverent Contemplation, High Charity[2]

Gameplay overview

Terrain:

Close to Prophets Chambers

Map layout:

Symmetrical

Recommended number of players:

2-6

Recommended gametype(s):

 
“ This sanctuary now rings with the sound of combat - the end of the ancient duality of the Covenant is truly at hand. ”

Gemini is a Halo 2 multiplayer map that was included in Halo 2's Maptacular Pack. Based on the level Duality from Marathon,[3] and is one of the smallest Halo 2 maps.

Summary[edit]

"The grandeur of the Covenant city world, High Charity, is a vista for the pious from this palatial place of meditation.[4]"

Gemini is set in the Garden of Reverent Contemplation in the Covenant holy city of High Charity. Although under control of the Flood parasite, the UNSC In Amber Clad continued to transmit data to its remote nodes, attempting to accumulate as much information about both Delta Halo and High Charity as possible before the ship's termination. Remote relays captured these details, and one peculiar mass image was a site within High Charity now believed to be the Garden of Reverent Contemplation. This site was believed to be a place of thought and worship dedicated to the High Prophet of Truth. The intention of this place was quiet solitude in honor of the Hierarch, but Spartans currently use Gemini's impressive symmetry and multiple levels to more acutely hone their combat skills. The tree in the garden was taken from a location - possibly a Halo or other place, and symbolizes life.[4]

Gemini is somewhat of an unusual level, as it consists of a closed-quarters outside area and an open inside area. Teleporters can warp players up to two small balconies on the top of the inner area. Another teleporter warps players to the outside and back. There is a wide array of weapons from close ranged Brute Shots and the energy sword, to carbines and a beam rifle. An Overshield can be found in front of the Prophet statue.

Another interesting feature is the addition of doors. It is rare to find classic doors in a multiplayer level like this; Gemini is, in fact, the only multiplayer map that features these doors.

The statue of the San'Shyuum in about the middle of the map appears to be of the Prophet of Truth and is near what appears to be a natural tree. Outside, the map features five Covenant Phantom docks and what appears to be another tree. In the background, behind the Phantom docks, you can see the Anodyne Spirit in the center of the city.

It is possible to get below the level and explore the city.[5][6]

Territories[edit]

  • Lower Level
  • Upper Level
  • Walkway

Trivia[edit]

Production notes[edit]

  • Gemini was created as a remake of the level Duality from the Marathon games made by Bungie before Halo. In bringing the map to Halo 2, Bungie wanted to create a map that was small but would suit ranged gameplay for weapons like the carbine. Objects like doors and cover were placed to help the map from being dominated by snipers. However, as Marathon never had as long-ranged weapons as Halo, and thus didn't need as much cover. One major difference from Duality is that where the old map had a pond, Gemini has a large tree that players can use as cover.[3]

Trivia[edit]

  • Gemini is one of the twelve signs of the Zodiac and is represented by twins.
  • Gemini can be spotted in Campaign mode in Halo 2. On the level Gravemind, when you exit the High Council Chamber and get near where Thel 'Vadam was tortured, look to the left, and in between the two giant towers with the eye-shaped purple design, you will see a smaller tower with the exact shape as the Gemini map.
  • There are two spires that appear in the levels Gravemind and High Charity, but the player is unable to destroy their bases or knock them over.
  • This is one of few maps in the Halo series prior to Halo: Reach to have blue teleporters instead of green, the other map being Cold Storage.
  • Outside, looking down over the edge of the platform it is possible to get down and run around on the spikes far below.

Gallery[edit]

Main-Superintendent.png Browse more images in this article's gallery page.
  • Gemini Map.

    Gemini Map.

  • Gemini map with spawn points.

    Gemini map with spawn points.

  • One of the side corridors on Gemini, at the Carbine spawn.

    One of the side corridors on Gemini, at the Carbine spawn.

  • Overview of the central area of the map.

    Overview of the central area of the map.

  • The garden area behind the Prophet statue, with the energy sword spawn.

    The garden area behind the Prophet statue, with the energy sword spawn.

  • The exterior balcony that runs around the Gardens, as viewed from above the exterior teleporter. Behind the camera, the player can overlook the High Charity dome and Keyship.

    The exterior balcony that runs around the Gardens, as viewed from above the exterior teleporter. Behind the camera, the player can overlook the High Charity dome and Keyship.

  • The skybox of High Charity, as seen from the map.

    The skybox of High Charity, as seen from the map.

Sources[edit]

  1. ^ Halo 2 Editing Kit, game file H2EK\tags\scenarios\multi\marathon\gemini\gemini.scenario
  2. ^ a b Halo Waypoint - Universe: High Charity
  3. ^ a b Bungie.net: Welcome to Gemini
  4. ^ a b Halo 2 Multiplayer Map Pack Manual - Gemini
  5. ^ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kvt020_l9iU
  6. ^ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2bZnqjHy6WQ

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