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The MLRS-1 Hydra Gyroc Launcher is a highly versatile guided missile launcher that can operate in a variety of different environments. The weapon was designed to be effective against both infantry and vehicle targets. The Hydra is designed to be as easy to operate as a conventional [[rifle]], albeit one that fires gyroscopically stabilized [[High-Explosive Air Bursting rocket]]s (HEAB) from the weapon's six-chamber, rotating cylinder.<ref name="universe"/> The Hydra's rockets are capable of homing in on targets, though they require a lock-on before doing so.<ref>[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/community/blog-posts/canon-fodder-locke-load '''Halo Waypoint''': ''Canon Fodder - Locke & Load'']</ref> | |||
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Highly effective in both close-quarters combat and medium-range engagements, the Hydra can be used in a direct-fire mode though it is most deadly when using a real-time [[Visual Intelligence System, Reconnaissance|VISR]] connection to lock-on and guide missiles to the target. The Hydra's sophisticated semi-automatic targeting and tracking system allows the user to target not only individual infantry, but even distinct parts of enemy vehicles to effect a clean and efficient kill.<ref name="universe"/> | |||
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
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===Echidna=== | ===Echidna=== | ||
The ''Echidna'' is a variant, also produced by the Watershed Division, that features experimental, non-nuclear warheads capable of generating an [[electromagnetic pulse]].<ref name="universe"/><ref name="H5G"/> | The ''Echidna'' is a variant, also produced by the Watershed Division's engineers, that features experimental, non-nuclear warheads capable of generating an [[electromagnetic pulse]].<ref name="universe"/><ref name="H5G"/> | ||
==Operational history== | ==Operational history== | ||
The Hydra MLRS entered service in the [[United Nations Space Command]] in [[2556]], though the weapon has yet to see widespread usage beyond the [[Spartan branch]] as of [[2558#October|October 2558]]. The Hydra had been utilized in a number of combat roles, including close-quarters infantry engagements, urban pacification, and ship boarding maneuvers.<ref name="universe"/> Hydras were aboard {{UNSCShip|Argent Moon}} during [[Blue Team]]'s [[Mission to UNSC Argent Moon|mission]] to recover the research ship in 2558.<ref>'''Halo 5: Guardians''', campaign level ''[[Blue Team (level)|Blue Team]]''</ref> | The result of decades of development in refining micro-missile technology, the Hydra MLRS entered service in the [[United Nations Space Command]] in [[2556]], though the weapon has yet to see widespread usage beyond the [[Spartan branch]] as of [[2558#October|October 2558]]. The Hydra had been utilized in a number of combat roles, including close-quarters infantry engagements, urban pacification, and ship boarding maneuvers.<ref name="universe"/> Hydras were aboard {{UNSCShip|Argent Moon}} during [[Blue Team]]'s [[Mission to UNSC Argent Moon|mission]] to recover the research ship in 2558.<ref>'''Halo 5: Guardians''', campaign level ''[[Blue Team (level)|Blue Team]]''</ref> | ||
==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
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File:REQ Card - Typhon.png|Hydra Launcher -Typhon variant | File:REQ Card - Typhon.png|Hydra Launcher - Typhon variant | ||
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The Multiple Launch Rocket System-1 Hydra Gyroc Launcher,[1] often simply referred to as the Hydra MLRS,[2][3] is a UNSC airburst rapid-fire guided munitions launcher,[3] manufactured by Chalybs Defense Solutions.[1] It is capable of locking onto enemy targets similar to the Covenant's Type-52 plasma launcher.[4] The Hydra is capable of killing a fully shielded Spartan-IV with two locked on shots in War Games.[5]
Specifications
The MLRS-1 Hydra Gyroc Launcher is a highly versatile guided missile launcher that can operate in a variety of different environments. The weapon was designed to be effective against both infantry and vehicle targets. The Hydra is designed to be as easy to operate as a conventional rifle, albeit one that fires gyroscopically stabilized High-Explosive Air Bursting rockets (HEAB) from the weapon's six-chamber, rotating cylinder.[1] The Hydra's rockets are capable of homing in on targets, though they require a lock-on before doing so.[6]
Highly effective in both close-quarters combat and medium-range engagements, the Hydra can be used in a direct-fire mode though it is most deadly when using a real-time VISR connection to lock-on and guide missiles to the target. The Hydra's sophisticated semi-automatic targeting and tracking system allows the user to target not only individual infantry, but even distinct parts of enemy vehicles to effect a clean and efficient kill.[1]
Variants
Typhon
The Typhon is a variant manufactured by the Office of Naval Intelligence's Watershed Division that features upgraded and improved recoil compensation, warhead damage, and reload speed.[1][7]
Echidna
The Echidna is a variant, also produced by the Watershed Division's engineers, that features experimental, non-nuclear warheads capable of generating an electromagnetic pulse.[1][7]
Operational history
The result of decades of development in refining micro-missile technology, the Hydra MLRS entered service in the United Nations Space Command in 2556, though the weapon has yet to see widespread usage beyond the Spartan branch as of October 2558. The Hydra had been utilized in a number of combat roles, including close-quarters infantry engagements, urban pacification, and ship boarding maneuvers.[1] Hydras were aboard UNSC Argent Moon during Blue Team's mission to recover the research ship in 2558.[8]
Trivia
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- In Episode 6 of The Bulletin, fans were given the opportunity to vote for which weapon they wished to be featured in the Halo 5: Guardians Multiplayer Beta: the Hydra or the rocket launcher.[3] The Hydra won the vote.[9]
- In Greek mythology, the Hydra was a large serpent-like water monster that possessed multiple heads.
- The weapon's two variants, Typhon and Echidna, are named after the Lernaean Hydra's father and mother.
Gallery
- H5-ConceptArt-HydraMLRS.jpg
Concept art of the Hydra for Halo 5: Guardians.
A Spartan-IV wielding the Hydra in a promotional image for the Halo 5: Guardians Multiplayer Beta.
The Hydra being used in the Halo 5: Guardians Multiplayer Beta.
The Hydra being zoomed in.
A Spartan-IV using smart scope with the Hydra.
The Hydra being used on the map Regret.
A Spartan using a Hydra on Escape from ARC.
First-person view of the Hydra in Halo 5: Guardians.
Smart scope with the Hydra.
Jameson Locke using a Hydra on Sanghelios.
Halo 5: Guardians REQ Cards
Hydra Launcher - Basic Certification
Hydra Launcher - Basic Weapon
Hydra Launcher - Typhon variant
List of appearances
- Halo 5: Guardians (First appearance)
Sources
- ^ a b c d e f g Cite error: Invalid
<ref>tag; no text was provided for refs nameduniverse - ^ Gamespot: How Halo: The Master Chief Collection Ties Into Halo 5: Guardians
- ^ a b c Halo Waypoint: The Bulletin: Episode 6
- ^ YouTube: Halo 5: Guardians Multiplayer Beta: Behind the Scenes
- ^ The Sprint, Shutdown
- ^ Halo Waypoint: Canon Fodder - Locke & Load
- ^ a b Halo 5: Guardians
- ^ Halo 5: Guardians, campaign level Blue Team
- ^ Halo Waypoint
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