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'''Heretic''' is a ''[[Halo 3]]'' map that was shipped on September 22, 2009 with ''[[Halo 3: ODST]]'', as a part of the [[Mythic II Map Pack]]. It is a remake of [[Midship]], a ''Halo 2'' multiplayer map. | '''Heretic''' is a ''[[Halo 3]]'' map that was shipped on September 22, 2009 with ''[[Halo 3: ODST]]'', as a part of the [[Mythic II Map Pack]]. It is a remake of [[Midship]], a ''Halo 2'' multiplayer map. | ||
== | ==Universe and lore== | ||
{{Main|Pious Inquisitor}} | {{Main|Pious Inquisitor}} | ||
Heretic, like Midship, is set inside the Covenant {{Pattern|Ket|battlecruiser}} ''[[Pious Inquisitor]]'' shortly after the [[Fall of High Charity]]{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}}, part of the [[Fleet of Retribution]]. Outside the map, several {{Class|CAS|assault carrier}}s and ''Ket''-pattern battlecruisers part of the fleet can be seen flying towards a gas giant and another planet. A distant star illuminates the planets and a massive orange nebula surrounds the sun. | Heretic, like Midship, is set inside the Covenant {{Pattern|Ket|battlecruiser}} ''[[Pious Inquisitor]]'' shortly after the [[Fall of High Charity]]{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}}, part of the [[Fleet of Retribution]]. Outside the map, several {{Class|CAS|assault carrier}}s and ''Ket''-pattern battlecruisers part of the fleet can be seen flying towards a gas giant and another planet. A distant star illuminates the planets and a massive orange nebula surrounds the sun. | ||
== | ==Overview== | ||
===Layout=== | |||
Heretic is a remake of the ''Halo 2'' multiplayer map [[Midship]], and as such was built off the original ''Halo 2'' map geometry to maintain accuracy with the original map.<ref name="indepth">[http://halo.bungie.net/News/content.aspx?cid=22187 '''Bungie.net:''' ''Heretic In-Depth'']</ref> The map has been visually updated for the specifications of the [[Xbox 360]], with some minor alterations such as locked doors on the level's exterior that better ground the map in the universe. | Heretic is a remake of the ''Halo 2'' multiplayer map [[Midship]], and as such was built off the original ''Halo 2'' map geometry to maintain accuracy with the original map.<ref name="indepth">[http://halo.bungie.net/News/content.aspx?cid=22187 '''Bungie.net:''' ''Heretic In-Depth'']</ref> The map has been visually updated for the specifications of the [[Xbox 360]], with some minor alterations such as locked doors on the level's exterior that better ground the map in the universe. | ||
== | ===Strategies=== | ||
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*It is wise to avoid rushing for the sword, largely because you are in full view of both bases and the ramps. Instead, attempt to pick off the early rushers before grabbing the weapon. | *It is wise to avoid rushing for the sword, largely because you are in full view of both bases and the ramps. Instead, attempt to pick off the early rushers before grabbing the weapon. | ||
*[[Anskum-pattern plasma grenade|Plasma grenades]] are abundant on this map, use them frequently. | *[[Anskum-pattern plasma grenade|Plasma grenades]] are abundant on this map, use them frequently. | ||
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*Players start with plasma grenades, which can counter the sword carrier if you stick them as they lunge at you. | *Players start with plasma grenades, which can counter the sword carrier if you stick them as they lunge at you. | ||
*Once again, there are curved and slanted walls around the map. Use them to angle in grenades. | *Once again, there are curved and slanted walls around the map. Use them to angle in grenades. | ||
==Easter eggs== | |||
[[File:H3 Heretic Skull.png|180px|thumb|The skull's location.]] | |||
The crest of the hidden [[Halo 3 skulls#Heretic|skull]] on this level appears to be the [[Mark of Shame]]. | |||
It is located on one of the blue ledges beside the [[Type-1 energy sword|sword]] platform. If you enter [[Forge|Monitor Mode]] while on the sword platform, and fly up and look to the right, the skull should be disturbingly staring at you. | |||
==Achievements== | ==Achievements== | ||
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{{Linkbox|gallery=yes}} | {{Linkbox|gallery=yes}} | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
File:H3_Heretic_Map.jpg|An overhead view of Heretic. | |||
File:H3 PK Heretic 1.jpg|A battle near the pit during a [[Capture the Flag]] match. | |||
File:H3 PK Heretic 2.jpg|A Spartan with an energy sword. | |||
File:H3 PK Heretic 3.jpg|A Sangheili firing an assault rifle at a Spartan from the center of the map. | |||
File:H3_Heretic_MultiplayerExperience.jpg|Two Spartans underneath a dorsal viewport. Note the other ship in the background. | |||
File:HMCC H3 Heretic Map.png|Heretic Map. | File:HMCC H3 Heretic Map.png|Heretic Map. | ||
File:H3_Heretic_Planets.jpg|The planets and sun outside the ''Inquisitor''. | |||
File:H3_Heretic_Planets.jpg|The planets and sun outside the ''Inquisitor | |||
File:H3_Heretic_FleetOfRetribution.jpg|The [[Fleet of Retribution]]. | File:H3_Heretic_FleetOfRetribution.jpg|The [[Fleet of Retribution]]. | ||
File:H3_Heretic_DaVinci.jpg|One of the [[Da Vinci Code objects|Da Vinci Cube]]s that power the gravity lifts on the map. | File:H3_Heretic_DaVinci.jpg|One of the [[Da Vinci Code objects|Da Vinci Cube]]s that power the gravity lifts on the map. | ||
Revision as of 15:25, August 7, 2024
For other uses, see Heretic (disambiguation).
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Cruiser deck, Pious Inquisitor[2] |
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Interior of a Covenant spacecraft |
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2-8 players |
| “ | Because of its speed and luxury the Pious Inquisitor has become an irresistible prize during these dark times. | ” |
Heretic is a Halo 3 map that was shipped on September 22, 2009 with Halo 3: ODST, as a part of the Mythic II Map Pack. It is a remake of Midship, a Halo 2 multiplayer map.
Universe and lore
- Main article: Pious Inquisitor
Heretic, like Midship, is set inside the Covenant Ket-pattern battlecruiser Pious Inquisitor shortly after the Fall of High Charity[2], part of the Fleet of Retribution. Outside the map, several CAS-class assault carriers and Ket-pattern battlecruisers part of the fleet can be seen flying towards a gas giant and another planet. A distant star illuminates the planets and a massive orange nebula surrounds the sun.
Overview
Layout
Heretic is a remake of the Halo 2 multiplayer map Midship, and as such was built off the original Halo 2 map geometry to maintain accuracy with the original map.[3] The map has been visually updated for the specifications of the Xbox 360, with some minor alterations such as locked doors on the level's exterior that better ground the map in the universe.
Strategies
- It is wise to avoid rushing for the sword, largely because you are in full view of both bases and the ramps. Instead, attempt to pick off the early rushers before grabbing the weapon.
- Plasma grenades are abundant on this map, use them frequently.
- It is optional to stick to the outer parts of the map, as the center is barely covered and susceptible to grenade throws,
- Players start with plasma grenades, which can counter the sword carrier if you stick them as they lunge at you.
- Once again, there are curved and slanted walls around the map. Use them to angle in grenades.
Easter eggs
The crest of the hidden skull on this level appears to be the Mark of Shame.
It is located on one of the blue ledges beside the sword platform. If you enter Monitor Mode while on the sword platform, and fly up and look to the right, the skull should be disturbingly staring at you.
Achievements
The following achievements can be unlocked on Heretic across the Xbox 360 and Halo: The Master Chief Collection editions of Halo 3.
| Halo 3 (Xbox 360) | Halo: MCC (Xbox One) | Halo: MCC (Steam) | Title | Unlock requirement | Games |
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N/A | N/A | Get a Sword Spree medal on Heretic. | ||
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Find the hidden Skull on Heretic. | Halo: The Master Chief Collection |
Trivia
Production notes
- Heretic was first officially unveiled on Bungie Day 2009, after teases in the run-up beforehand.[4]
- Heretic's map geometry is built off the original Midship geometry from Halo 2. This was done to help maintain consistency with the original Halo 2 level.[3] The floating platform in the original map was made static in Heretic due to a bug present with a similar platform on Epitaph that would cause dead players to look as though they were floating in water like on Valhalla.[3]
- Heretic was primarily developed by a team consisting of Dan Miller, environment artist Jason Keith and art director Justin Hayward.[3]
Miscellaneous
- The assault carriers seen outside the view ports have a Marathon symbol on each side.
- In Bungie.net's Halo 3: ODST Pre-Pax Podcast, Bungie level developers joked that an Easter egg may occur on Heretic in which, after 40 to 44 hours of playing on the map, the Pious Inquisitor will arrive at Assembly.[5]
- There are Marathon symbols reflecting off of the curved surfaces inside the ship.
Gallery
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An overhead view of Heretic.
A battle near the pit during a Capture the Flag match.
A Spartan with an energy sword.
A Sangheili firing an assault rifle at a Spartan from the center of the map.
Two Spartans underneath a dorsal viewport. Note the other ship in the background.
Heretic Map.
The planets and sun outside the Inquisitor.
The Fleet of Retribution.
One of the Da Vinci Cubes that power the gravity lifts on the map.
Sources
- ^ Halo 3 Editing Kit, game file
H3EK\tags\levels\dlc\midship\midship.scenario - ^ a b Halo: The Essential Visual Guide, page 124
- ^ a b c d Bungie.net: Heretic In-Depth
- ^ Bungie.net: Heretic, Citadel and Longshore
- ^ Bungie Podcast: 09/03/09 (Download link)
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