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===Design details===
===Design details===
{{Main|Meluth'qelos-pattern energy sword}}
{{Main|Meluth'qelos-pattern energy sword}}
The Duelist Energy Sword is a variant of the ''Meluth'qelos''-pattern fireblade. It has a white hilt, and its plasma blade has a deeper blue coloration. It has a lightweight frame, allowing users to be more agile in their movement.{{Ref/Reuse|forge}}{{Ref/Reuse|Support}}
The Duelist Energy Sword is a variant of the ''Meluth'qelos''-pattern fireblade. It has a white hilt, and its plasma blade has a deeper blue coloration. It has a lightweight frame, allowing users to be more agile in their movement,{{Ref/Reuse|forge}}{{Ref/Reuse|Support}} though not in their running speed.{{Ref/Site|Id=CFStrike|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/canon-fodder-ship-strike|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Canon Fodder - Ship Strike|D=22|M=04|Y=2023}}


===Usage===
===Usage===
The Duelist Energy Sword was carried and used by [[Toha 'Sumai]], a renowned [[Sangheili]] [[blademaster]]. The weapon was taken from 'Sumai some time prior to [[2555#March|March 2555]], when his former-student [[Okro 'Vagaduun]] assassinated the blademaster. The weapon was used by 'Sumai to defend himself from 'Vagaduun in a martial duel done as part of 'Vagaduun's initiation into the [[Banished]], with one of [[Atriox]]'s core teachings being to reject honour and all previous loyalties. Following 'Sumai's death, 'Vagaduun retrieved the Duelist Energy Sword from his former master's body and proceeded to carry it throughout his career in the Banished.{{Ref/Site|Id=CFNY|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/canon-fodder-new-year-new-lore|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Canon Fodder - New Year, New Lore|D=23|M=01|Y=2023|LocalArchive=Armory Infinitum#Duelist Energy Sword}}
The Duelist Energy Sword was carried and used by [[Toha 'Sumai]], a renowned [[Sangheili]] [[blademaster]]. The weapon was taken from 'Sumai some time prior to [[2555#March|March 2555]], when his former-student [[Okro 'Vagaduun]] assassinated the blademaster. The weapon was used by 'Sumai to defend himself from 'Vagaduun in a martial duel done as part of 'Vagaduun's initiation into the [[Banished]], with one of [[Atriox]]'s core teachings being to reject honour and all previous loyalties. Following 'Sumai's death, 'Vagaduun retrieved the Duelist Energy Sword from his former master's body and proceeded to carry it throughout his career in the Banished.{{Ref/Site|Id=CFNY|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/canon-fodder-new-year-new-lore|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Canon Fodder - New Year, New Lore|D=23|M=01|Y=2023|LocalArchive=Armory Infinitum#Duelist Energy Sword}}


During the [[Battle for Zeta Halo|Zeta Halo campaign]] in [[2559]]-[[2560]], 'Vagaduun used the weapon in a combat encounter with [[John-117]], though was defeated by the [[SPARTAN-II program|Spartan]].{{Ref/Quest|Id=Hi|HI|Lockdown|Okro 'Vagaduun}}
During the [[Battle for Zeta Halo|Zeta Halo campaign]] in [[2559]]-[[2560]], 'Vagaduun used the weapon in a combat encounter with [[John-117]], though he was defeated and ultimately killed by the [[SPARTAN-II program|Spartan]].{{Ref/Quest|Id=Hi|HI|Lockdown|Okro 'Vagaduun}}


==In-game information==
==In-game information==
===''Halo Infinite''===
===''Halo Infinite''===
{{Main|Energy sword}}
{{Main|Energy sword}}
In campaign, the Duelist Energy Sword is a [[Legendary variant weapons|legendary weapon]] awarded to the player after defeating the [[High Value Target]], [[Okro 'Vagaduun]]. The weapon can be acquired at any [[Forward Operating Base]], and grants the player increased movement speed.{{Ref/Reuse|HINF}}{{Ref/Reuse|Support}}
In campaign, the Duelist Energy Sword is a [[Legendary variant weapons|legendary weapon]] awarded to the player after defeating the [[High Value Target]], [[Okro 'Vagaduun]]. The weapon can be acquired at any [[Forward Operating Base]], and grants the player increased movement speed and jump height,{{Ref/Reuse|HINF}}{{Ref/Reuse|Support}} much like the [[Rushdown Hammer]].


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:HINF DuelistEnergySword Icon.png|Duelist Energy Sword icon in the HVT dossier menu.
File:HINF DuelistEnergySword Icon.png|Duelist Energy Sword icon in the HVT dossier menu.
File:HINF DuelistEnergySword HUD.png|HUD of the Duelist Energy Sword.
File:HINF Duelist Sword.png|The Duelist Energy Sword on display at 'Vagaduun's camp.
File:HINF Duelist Sword.png|The Duelist Energy Sword on display at 'Vagaduun's camp.
File:HINF Vagaduun Duelist Sword.png|Retrieving the sword after killing 'Vagaduun.
File:HINF CF136 OkroSword.jpg|Okro 'Vagaduun holding the Duelist Energy Sword.
File:HINF CF136 OkroSword.jpg|Okro 'Vagaduun holding the Duelist Energy Sword.
File:HINF_CF136_OkroSword_2.jpg|Okro 'Vagaduun holding the Duelist Energy Sword.
File:HINF_CF136_OkroSword_2.jpg|Okro 'Vagaduun holding the Duelist Energy Sword.

Latest revision as of 19:27, July 15, 2024

Duelist Energy Sword
A crop of the Duelist Energy Sword.
Production overview

Manufacturer:

Merchants of Qikost[1]

Type:

Energy sword

Specifications

Length:

148.5 centimetres (58.5 in)[1]

Weight:

2.4 kilograms (5.3 lb)[1]

Ammunition type:

Superheated, shaped plasma[2][3][4]

Feed system:

100 battery units[2][3]

Effective range:

Short[3]

Service history

In service:

Post-Covenant War conflicts[5]

 
“ Lightweight frame allows for increased agility.[6][7] ”

The Duelist Energy Sword is a modified variant of the Meluth'qelos-pattern energy sword.[1][6][7]

Overview[edit]

Design details[edit]

Main article: Meluth'qelos-pattern energy sword

The Duelist Energy Sword is a variant of the Meluth'qelos-pattern fireblade. It has a white hilt, and its plasma blade has a deeper blue coloration. It has a lightweight frame, allowing users to be more agile in their movement,[6][7] though not in their running speed.[8]

Usage[edit]

The Duelist Energy Sword was carried and used by Toha 'Sumai, a renowned Sangheili blademaster. The weapon was taken from 'Sumai some time prior to March 2555, when his former-student Okro 'Vagaduun assassinated the blademaster. The weapon was used by 'Sumai to defend himself from 'Vagaduun in a martial duel done as part of 'Vagaduun's initiation into the Banished, with one of Atriox's core teachings being to reject honour and all previous loyalties. Following 'Sumai's death, 'Vagaduun retrieved the Duelist Energy Sword from his former master's body and proceeded to carry it throughout his career in the Banished.[9]

During the Zeta Halo campaign in 2559-2560, 'Vagaduun used the weapon in a combat encounter with John-117, though he was defeated and ultimately killed by the Spartan.[10]

In-game information[edit]

Halo Infinite[edit]

Main article: Energy sword

In campaign, the Duelist Energy Sword is a legendary weapon awarded to the player after defeating the High Value Target, Okro 'Vagaduun. The weapon can be acquired at any Forward Operating Base, and grants the player increased movement speed and jump height,[5][7] much like the Rushdown Hammer.

Gallery[edit]

  • Duelist Energy Sword icon in the HVT dossier menu.

    Duelist Energy Sword icon in the HVT dossier menu.

  • HUD of the Duelist Energy Sword.

    HUD of the Duelist Energy Sword.

  • The Duelist Energy Sword on display at 'Vagaduun's camp.

    The Duelist Energy Sword on display at 'Vagaduun's camp.

  • Retrieving the sword after killing 'Vagaduun.

    Retrieving the sword after killing 'Vagaduun.

  • Okro 'Vagaduun holding the Duelist Energy Sword.

    Okro 'Vagaduun holding the Duelist Energy Sword.

  • Okro 'Vagaduun holding the Duelist Energy Sword.

    Okro 'Vagaduun holding the Duelist Energy Sword.

  • A ODST-clad Spartan with a Duelist Energy Sword in multiplayer.

    A ODST-clad Spartan with a Duelist Energy Sword in multiplayer.

List of appearances[edit]

Sources[edit]

  1. ^ a b c d Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition), page 482
  2. ^ a b Halo Encyclopedia (2011 edition), page 349
  3. ^ a b c Halo: The Essential Visual Guide, page 63
  4. ^ Halo Waypoint, Energy Sword (Retrieved on Sep 21, 2011) [local archive] [external archive]
  5. ^ a b Halo Infinite, Duelist Energy Sword in-game weapon
  6. ^ a b c Halo Infinite, Forge - Duelist Energy Sword description: "Lightweight frame allows for increased agility."
  7. ^ a b c d Halo Support, Halo Infinite Weapon, Equipment, and Vehicle Inventory (Retrieved on May 5, 2023) [archive]
  8. ^ Halo Waypoint, Canon Fodder - Ship Strike (Retrieved on Apr 22, 2023) [archive]
  9. ^ Halo Waypoint, Canon Fodder - New Year, New Lore (Retrieved on Jan 23, 2023) [local archive] [external archive]
  10. ^ Halo Infinite, campaign mission Lockdown: Okro 'Vagaduun

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