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The '''Mauler''' is a [[Covenant]] ground vehicle.
The '''Ukala Workshop Breach Pistol'''{{Ref/Reuse|enc22}} {{Type|52|Pistol|P}},{{Ref/Book|Id=enc09|Enc09|Page=324}} more commonly known as the '''mauler''', is a sidearm developed by the [[Ukala Workshop]] and employed by the [[Jiralhanae]] following the [[First Immolation]] on [[Doisac]].{{Ref/Reuse|evg}} Following the Jiralhanae's absorption into the Covenant, the mauler was manufactured by the [[Sacred Promissory]] on ''[[High Charity]]''.{{Ref/Reuse|enc11}} It is the companion weapon to the [[Ukala Workshop Mangler]].{{Ref/Book|Enc22|Page=476}}
==Introduction==
To debut as a brand new vehicle in ''[[Halo 3]]'', the Mauler is an enigmatic Covenant ground vehicle. No information has been leaked about this mysterious vehicle, and thus it is heavily speculated upon.


The Mauler was first revealed in one of Bungie's weekly updates<ref>[http://www.bungie.net/News/TopStory.aspx?link=charginmalasers]</ref>, which was used primarily to elaborate on the [[Spartan Laser]]. To quote:
==Overview==
[[File:BruteMauler.png|thumb|left|150px|An angled view of the mauler.]]
===Design details===
While the Ukala Workshop Breach Pistol is used by the Jiralhanae as a high-caliber pistol,{{Ref/Reuse|enc22}} it is functionally analogous to drum-fed [[human]] shotguns.{{Ref/Reuse|evg}} The mauler's poor barrel choke considerably reduces its effective range to close quarters combat.{{Ref/Reuse|evg}} As such, the mauler is designed to allow the user incapacitate enemies before closing the distance for a final blow.{{Ref/Reuse|enc22}}  The magazine holds five 7.9mm superheated metal explosive bolts. Upon being fired, a salvo of the explosive bolts are ejected from the weapon, creating a scatter-shot effect reminiscent of human shotguns. Like all Jiralhanae weapons, the mauler is equipped with a small blade underneath from its handle, which allows the operator to puncture an enemy's armor or even slam its end into the enemy's skull.{{Ref/Reuse|evg}}{{Ref/Reuse|enc22}} While the mauler's blade is modified differently across clans and their respective workshop, the ''Ukala''{{'}}s design is the most common variant.{{Ref/Reuse|enc22}}


:''"My spotter positively identified the local bravo kilo sub-chieftain. I engaged the target at [censored] meters. The shot burned an approximately [censored] diameter hole through the target and severely damaged the mauler he had just dismounted."''
===Usage===
Carried by Jiralhanae skin traders, [[Assembly Forges|forge]] wardens, and pack vigilantes on raids,{{Ref/Reuse|enc22}} the mauler plays an anti-personnel weapon for close quarters combat in the Jiralhanae arsenal.{{Ref/Reuse|enc11}}{{Ref/Reuse|evg}} The mauler first saw use during the [[Battle of Gbraakon|Battle]] of [[Gbraakon]] on [[Doisac]], shortly after the Jiralhanae's [[First Immolation|global war]]. During the [[Human-Covenant War]], it was employed by all ranks of Jiralhanae,{{Ref/Reuse|h3}}{{Ref/Game|H3ODST|Gameplay}} including ones that held the specialist rank of [[Jiralhanae Stalker|Stalkers]].{{Ref/Reuse|evg}}


The use of the words "bravo kilo sub-chieftain" proves that the aforementioned mauler was manned by a [[Brute]] during the encounter. Due to this, it is believed that it is a [[Covenant]] vehicle, though this is unconfirmed.  
==Gameplay==
The mauler is featured in ''[[Halo 3]]'' and ''[[Halo 3: ODST]]''. It can be dual-wielded in ''Halo 3''.
=== Advantages ===
While a single Mauler is not as powerful as the UNSC [[M90 shotgun|M90 Shotgun]] by itself, the Mauler is still a lethal weapon up close. One shot to a light-armored or non-armored target will result in an instant kill, and the blade on the bottom of the weapon makes it an effective melee weapon, a fact helped by the Mauler's impressively fast melee swing and recovery. When dual-wielded by a [[SPARTAN-II program|Spartan]] or [[Sangheili]], the Mauler's power is doubled and will kill a heavily armored or shielded target in one shot if fired at the same time at close range. Using a single Mauler against a heavily-armored or shielded target is risky, but still results in a kill if the user fires off a shot and follows up with a quick melee attack. Firing two or three times in rapid succession could perhaps result in a kill. Also, as well as having a faster reload than a Shotgun thanks to its magazine, it has a faster fire rate which is particularly useful when dual-wielding. Lastly, the Mauler is the only close-range weapon that can be dual-wielded, so the user will not have to waste valuable seconds switching to another weapon.


Guessed Theory
=== Disadvantages ===
The Mauler is generally unable to inflict the one-hit kill damage that the M90 Shotgun and later [[M45 shotgun]]s and [[Z-180 Scattershot]] are capable of, unless dual wielded. The spread of the Mauler's shell severely limits its range, and any weapon that can be used outside of close range can take down a user with a Mauler. Ammunition is often rare to come by, and its five shell magazine can be used up rather quickly.


Some people speculate it to be another name for the [[Brute Ghost]],while others believe it to be the name of the modified [[Wraith]] from the December Super Bowl ESPN advertisement, and still others the name of a possible new dropship. However, the dropship idea is highly unlikely because there would not be a single unit dismounting from a multi-troop carrying unit such as a dropship. There have also been no instances where there has been a single unit on a dropship in any [[Halo: CE]] or [[Halo 2]] level.
==Production notes==
[[File:H3 BruteExcavator.png|thumb|250px|A Brute holding the early Excavator model in the ''[[Halo 3 ViDoc: Et Tu, Brute?|Et Tu, Brute?]]'' [[ViDoc]].]]
{{Main|Cut Halo: Combat Evolved weapons|Cut Halo 3 weapons}}
The Mauler's design lineage traces back to the [[Development of Halo: Combat Evolved|development]] of ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]''. During the 1999-2000-era third-person builds of the game, the UNSC were to have a weapon referred to as the "[[Cut Halo: Combat Evolved weapons#Excavator|Excavator]]". The weapon was ultimately shelved, but would eventually form the basis for the Mauler in ''Halo 3''. [[Cut Halo 3 weapons#Excavator|Early versions]] of the Mauler concept showcase a form much more similar to the original Excavator, including [[Subanese crystal|Blamite]] as its ammunition before eventually evolving into the design seen today.{{Ref/Book|Id=AoH3|AoH3|Page=61}} One such early version could be found in ''[[Halo 3 ViDoc: Et Tu, Brute?]]'', with a more finalised model included in the files for the ''[[Halo 3 Beta]]'' and extracted by fans prior to the weapon's official unveiling.{{Ref/Site|URL=https://flamesoffeenix.wordpress.com/2007/07/09/excavator-uncovered/|Site=7th Columnist|Page=Excavator Uncovered?|D=27|M=10|Y=2024}}


The Mauler remains named the excavator in the internal game files of ''Halo 3'', ''Halo 3: ODST'' and ''Halo Online''.


==References==
== Gallery ==
{{Linkbox|gameplay=yes|gallery=yes}}
===Halo 3===
<gallery>
File:H3 BruteExcavator Concept 1.jpg|Early concept art for the Mauler.
File:H3 BruteExcavator Concept 2.jpg|Early concept art for the Mauler.
File:BruteMauler-conceptscantransparent.png|Early concept art of the Brute Mauler, from the ''[[Art of Halo 3]]''.
File:Brute shotgun.jpg|An early render of the Mauler in ''[[Halo 3]]''.
File:H3 Brute Body Guards with Maulers.jpg|Two Jiralhanae holding Maulers.
File:H3-T52Pistol-BruteMauler.png|An in-game left profile view of the Brute Mauler in ''Halo 3''.
File:H3-MaulerHUD.png|First-person view of the Mauler in ''Halo 3''.
File:H3-MaulerdualwieldingHUD.png|First-person view while dual wielding.
File:HTMCC-H3 Pioneer Closeup.jpg|A Spartan holding the Mauler in the ''Halo 3'' component of ''[[Halo: The Master Chief Collection]]''.
</gallery>
===Halo 3: ODST===
<gallery>
File:HTMCC-H3ODST RookieWithMauler.png|Jonathan Doherty holding a Mauler.
File:HTMCC-H3ODST BruteMinorsWithMaulers.png|A group of Jiralhanae wielding Maulers.
</gallery>
===Halo Online===
<gallery>
File:HO Mauler HiPoly Render 3.jpg|A model of the Mauler for ''[[Halo Online]]''.
File:HO Mauler HiPoly Render 4.jpg|The rear view of the Mauler featured in ''Halo Online''.
File:HO Mauler HiPoly Render 1.jpg|A model of the Power Mauler for ''Halo Online''.
File:HO Mauler HiPoly Render 2.jpg|The rear view of the Power Mauler featured in ''Halo Online''.
File:OnlineMaulerFP.jpeg|A basic Mauler on Diamondback.
File:PowerMauler.jpeg|The golden Power variant of the Mauler on Diamondback.
</gallery>


== List of appearances ==
* ''[[Halo 3]]'' {{1st}}
* ''[[Halo 3: ODST]]''
** ''[[Sadie's Story]]''
* ''[[Halo: Last Light]]''
* ''[[Halo: Retribution]]''
*''[[Halo: Shadows of Reach]]''
*''[[Halo: Divine Wind]]''


{{Covenant Vehicles}}
== Sources ==
{{Ref/Sources}}
 
{{Covenant sidearms}}
[[Category:Covenant infantry weapons]]
[[Category:Jiralhanae weapons]]
[[Category:Shotguns]]
[[Category:Pistols]]

Latest revision as of 04:32, November 5, 2024

Ukala Workshop Breach Pistol
Cropped screenshot of an Ukala Workshop Mauler in Halo 3.
Production overview

Manufacturer:

Type:

Pistol

Specifications

Length:

52.7 centimetres (20.7 in)[2][3][1]

Ammunition type:

7.9mm explosive metal bolts[3][1]

Feed system:

Five-round magazine[2][3][1]

Operation:

Gas-operated[2][3]

Rate of fire:

Semi-automatic[3][1]

Effective range:

Very short[2][3][1][4]

Service history

In service:

 

The Ukala Workshop Breach Pistol[1] (UNSC Type classification: Type-52 Pistol, T-52 P),[8] more commonly known as the mauler, is a sidearm developed by the Ukala Workshop and employed by the Jiralhanae following the First Immolation on Doisac.[3] Following the Jiralhanae's absorption into the Covenant, the mauler was manufactured by the Sacred Promissory on High Charity.[2] It is the companion weapon to the Ukala Workshop Mangler.[9]

Overview[edit]

Cropped screenshot of an Ukala Workshop Mauler in Halo 3.
An angled view of the mauler.

Design details[edit]

While the Ukala Workshop Breach Pistol is used by the Jiralhanae as a high-caliber pistol,[1] it is functionally analogous to drum-fed human shotguns.[3] The mauler's poor barrel choke considerably reduces its effective range to close quarters combat.[3] As such, the mauler is designed to allow the user incapacitate enemies before closing the distance for a final blow.[1] The magazine holds five 7.9mm superheated metal explosive bolts. Upon being fired, a salvo of the explosive bolts are ejected from the weapon, creating a scatter-shot effect reminiscent of human shotguns. Like all Jiralhanae weapons, the mauler is equipped with a small blade underneath from its handle, which allows the operator to puncture an enemy's armor or even slam its end into the enemy's skull.[3][1] While the mauler's blade is modified differently across clans and their respective workshop, the Ukala's design is the most common variant.[1]

Usage[edit]

Carried by Jiralhanae skin traders, forge wardens, and pack vigilantes on raids,[1] the mauler plays an anti-personnel weapon for close quarters combat in the Jiralhanae arsenal.[2][3] The mauler first saw use during the Battle of Gbraakon on Doisac, shortly after the Jiralhanae's global war. During the Human-Covenant War, it was employed by all ranks of Jiralhanae,[4][10] including ones that held the specialist rank of Stalkers.[3]

Gameplay[edit]

The mauler is featured in Halo 3 and Halo 3: ODST. It can be dual-wielded in Halo 3.

Advantages[edit]

While a single Mauler is not as powerful as the UNSC M90 Shotgun by itself, the Mauler is still a lethal weapon up close. One shot to a light-armored or non-armored target will result in an instant kill, and the blade on the bottom of the weapon makes it an effective melee weapon, a fact helped by the Mauler's impressively fast melee swing and recovery. When dual-wielded by a Spartan or Sangheili, the Mauler's power is doubled and will kill a heavily armored or shielded target in one shot if fired at the same time at close range. Using a single Mauler against a heavily-armored or shielded target is risky, but still results in a kill if the user fires off a shot and follows up with a quick melee attack. Firing two or three times in rapid succession could perhaps result in a kill. Also, as well as having a faster reload than a Shotgun thanks to its magazine, it has a faster fire rate which is particularly useful when dual-wielding. Lastly, the Mauler is the only close-range weapon that can be dual-wielded, so the user will not have to waste valuable seconds switching to another weapon.

Disadvantages[edit]

The Mauler is generally unable to inflict the one-hit kill damage that the M90 Shotgun and later M45 shotguns and Z-180 Scattershot are capable of, unless dual wielded. The spread of the Mauler's shell severely limits its range, and any weapon that can be used outside of close range can take down a user with a Mauler. Ammunition is often rare to come by, and its five shell magazine can be used up rather quickly.

Production notes[edit]

Screenshot from Et Tu, Brute? showcasing a Brute wielding the Excavator.
A Brute holding the early Excavator model in the Et Tu, Brute? ViDoc.
Main articles: Cut Halo: Combat Evolved weapons, Cut Halo 3 weapons

The Mauler's design lineage traces back to the development of Halo: Combat Evolved. During the 1999-2000-era third-person builds of the game, the UNSC were to have a weapon referred to as the "Excavator". The weapon was ultimately shelved, but would eventually form the basis for the Mauler in Halo 3. Early versions of the Mauler concept showcase a form much more similar to the original Excavator, including Blamite as its ammunition before eventually evolving into the design seen today.[11] One such early version could be found in Halo 3 ViDoc: Et Tu, Brute?, with a more finalised model included in the files for the Halo 3 Beta and extracted by fans prior to the weapon's official unveiling.[12]

The Mauler remains named the excavator in the internal game files of Halo 3, Halo 3: ODST and Halo Online.

Gallery[edit]

Main-Legendary.png See our gameplay information related to Ukala Workshop Mauler on its gameplay page.
Main-Superintendent.png Browse more images in this article's gallery page.

Halo 3[edit]

  • Early concept art for the Mauler.

    Early concept art for the Mauler.

  • Early concept art for the Mauler.

    Early concept art for the Mauler.

  • Early concept art of the Brute Mauler, from the Art of Halo 3.

    Early concept art of the Brute Mauler, from the Art of Halo 3.

  • An early render of the Mauler in Halo 3.

    An early render of the Mauler in Halo 3.

  • Two Jiralhanae holding Maulers.

    Two Jiralhanae holding Maulers.

  • An in-game left profile view of the Brute Mauler in Halo 3.

    An in-game left profile view of the Brute Mauler in Halo 3.

  • First-person view of the Mauler in Halo 3.

    First-person view of the Mauler in Halo 3.

  • First-person view while dual wielding.

    First-person view while dual wielding.

  • A Spartan holding the Mauler in the Halo 3 component of Halo: The Master Chief Collection.

    A Spartan holding the Mauler in the Halo 3 component of Halo: The Master Chief Collection.

Halo 3: ODST[edit]

  • Jonathan Doherty holding a Mauler.

    Jonathan Doherty holding a Mauler.

  • A group of Jiralhanae wielding Maulers.

    A group of Jiralhanae wielding Maulers.

Halo Online[edit]

  • A model of the Mauler for Halo Online.

    A model of the Mauler for Halo Online.

  • The rear view of the Mauler featured in Halo Online.

    The rear view of the Mauler featured in Halo Online.

  • A model of the Power Mauler for Halo Online.

    A model of the Power Mauler for Halo Online.

  • The rear view of the Power Mauler featured in Halo Online.

    The rear view of the Power Mauler featured in Halo Online.

  • A basic Mauler on Diamondback.

    A basic Mauler on Diamondback.

  • The golden Power variant of the Mauler on Diamondback.

    The golden Power variant of the Mauler on Diamondback.

List of appearances[edit]

Sources[edit]

  1. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition), page 295
  2. ^ a b c d e f g Halo Encyclopedia (2011 edition), page 338
  3. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n Halo: The Essential Visual Guide, page 122
  4. ^ a b c Halo 3, Gameplay
  5. ^ Halo: Last Light, chapter 22
  6. ^ Halo: Retribution
  7. ^ Halo: Divine Wind, chapter 7
  8. ^ Halo Encyclopedia (2009 edition), page 324
  9. ^ Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition), page 476
  10. ^ Halo 3: ODST, Gameplay
  11. ^ The Art of Halo 3, page 61
  12. ^ 7th Columnist, Excavator Uncovered? (Retrieved on Oct 27, 2024) [archive]

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