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'''Purple Reign''' is the nickname for a map that was announced in the [[Bungie Weekly Update]]: 10/26/2007 [http://www.bungie.net/News/content.aspx?type=topnews&cid=12901] . This map was originally planned to be in the [[Legendary Map Pack]] but will now be included in the following map pack later on.
'''Purple Reign''' is the nickname for a map that was announced in the [[Bungie Weekly Update]]: 10/26/2007 [http://www.bungie.net/News/content.aspx?type=topnews&cid=12901] . This map was originally planned to be in the [[Legendary Map Pack]], but was replaced by[[Blackout]] due to the fear that it woulddn't be finished on time, but will now be included in the following map pack.
It has been stated that it will be symmetrical or semi-symmetrical with the middle of the map being higher than the rest.<ref>http://www.bungie.net/News/content.aspx?type=topnews&cid=12930</ref> According to the [[Bungie Weekly Update]]: 1/4/2008 [http://www.bungie.net/News/content.aspx?type=topnews&cid=13135] the map will be an entirely new map. The map is supposed to be full of mid to long range weapons, and from what the update states it appears there will be multiple floors. This map is based outdoors.
It has been stated that it will be symmetrical or semi-symmetrical with the middle of the map being higher than the rest.<ref>http://www.bungie.net/News/content.aspx?type=topnews&cid=12930</ref> According to the [[Bungie Weekly Update]]: 1/4/2008 [http://www.bungie.net/News/content.aspx?type=topnews&cid=13135] the map will be an entirely new map. The map is supposed to be full of mid to long range weapons, and from what the update states it appears there will be multiple floors. This map is based outdoors.


Bungie confirmed that this map does not reference Prince's song or the movie Purple Rain.
==Speculations==


It was originally planned to be in the Legendary map pack but was replaced by "[[Blackout]]", (Moonlight Sonata) due to the fear that it was not going to be finished in time. This does not, however, mean that the map has been scrapped, only that it will appear in a later set.
===Design===
Due to the name, possible origin, and structure of the level, some fans have speculated that this map will be set on a structure of [[Covenant]] origins, with the map possibly taking place on the ship similar to the [[Unyielding Hierophant]] or [[Pious Inquisitor]], which has lead many to believe that '''''Purple Reign''''' could be a possible remake of [[Halo 2]] multiplayer map [[Midship]]. However, this is unlikely, as it is stated that it is a completely new map.


Due to the name, possible origin, and structure of the level, some fans have speculated that this map will be set on a structure of [[Covenant]] origins, with the map possibly taking place on the ship similar to the [[Unyielding Hierophant]] or [[Pious Inquisitor]], which has lead many to believe that '''''Purple Reign''''' could be a possible remake of [[Halo 2]] multiplayer map [[Midship]]. If there is a [[Scarab]] on this map then it could refrence the Scarab's reign (as in it being powerful and purple).
It is said to be nearly perfectly symmetrical, with the mid section being higher than the rest of the map. It is also said that it based outside with "some excellent line of sight and well thought-out verticality problems and opportunities. Bridges make short work of long open sections and a central hub is sure to be fought over".  
In the most recent update, Luke stated that one side of this map would probably become known as the "Hunter Side" which makes it probable that this map will elaborate on the Scarab-Hunter mystery.


Information collected from Bungie weekly Updates:
The map is focused on competitive playing, as it multi-story arena styled map. It features two "somewhat enclosed" bases, with one-way mirrors on the second floor(like those in interrigation rooms), where players will be able to look out, but players outside will be unable to see what's inside.
The next one, we’ve already codenamed Purple Reign, may be the last one to get a graphical addition – as one of our artists had an inspired and simple idea at the last second. Technically it’s content complete, but hey, it wouldn’t hurt to add something small and fascinating.  


The map, as we’ve mentioned before, is perfectly symmetrical, slightly too big to be small and slightly too small to be medium. It has some excellent line of sight and well thought-out verticality problems and opportunities. Bridges make short work of long open sections and a central hub is sure to be fought over. Perhaps one of the most interesting features is the use of one-way glass. Iridescent material can disguise your location while you spy on approaching bad guys.
The arena is designed like a bowl, with the floor slighly concaved and dotted with columns for cover. Four elevated walkways converge in a small bi-level center structure that sports a cache of important items.


The map is too confined for genuine cat and mouse activity at those chokepoints and a warren of claustrophobic lower areas makes high ground and control essential. Luckily there are several ways to get up top, from careful jumps to spiraling ramps. Luke and I have played a huge number of one on one matches here – often in [[SWAT]] to keep the duration sensible, but it’s a map that really encourages showdowns and it’s a remarkably fun place to trade [[battle rifle]] fire and hurl elegant, predictive [[Plasma grenades]] for hundreds of yards.
The map is originally intended for SLayer based games, but objective games works well, but is described as frentic <ref>, "if frenetically - lots of dropped flags and frantic attempts to reset while grenades explode all around you"</ref>


Although it’s built for [[slayer]], the objective games work beautifully too. If frenetically – lots of dropped flags and frantic attempts to reset while grenades explode all around you.
===Mystery===
Before Purple Reign were removed from the Legendary Map pack, it was stated that one of the maps would expand upon the Scarab-Hunter mystery. In a recent Weekly Update<ref>http://www.bungie.net/News/content.aspx?type=topnews&cid=13824</ref>, it was stated that "One base of this open-air arena could end up getting called ´´Energy side``and another call-out could end up ´´Hunter side``." so it natural to believe that Purple Reign is the map they wpoke of.


Purple Reign, another map, coming in the foreseeable future, isn’t asymmetrical at all. It’s a brand new, small, arena style map that we hope some of our more competitive-focused players will enjoy.
==Tactics==
*The map is too confined for genuine cat and mouse activity at those chokepoints and a warren of claustrophobic lower areas makes high ground and control essential
*There are several ways to get up top(of the midle section), from careful jumps to spiraling ramps
*The map is said to be a perfect map for Battle Rifle duels, and for stucking people hundreds of yars away.
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==Trivia==
*Bungie confirmed that this map does not reference Prince's song or the movie Purple Rain.  


It is chocked full of weapons suited for mid-to-long range combat and there are long sight lines across the map from both of the somewhat enclosed bases. The bases themselves have one way windows on the second level – much like the windows in a police interrogation room. From inside a base you can see out, but from outside of the base your view is obstructed.
Decorators and detail have brought subtle differences to each of Purple Reign’s symmetrical bases. One base of this open-air arena could end up getting called “Energy side” and another call-out could end up “Hunter side.” Geometrically, Purple Reign is built on a bowl, with some gentle concavity on the floor space, dotted with columns for cover. Four elevated walkways converge in a small bi-level center structure that sports a cache of important items.
Bungie has stated that this is a brand new map.


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Revision as of 07:17, May 29, 2008

Template:Ratings Template:Multiplayer Map Infobox Purple Reign is the nickname for a map that was announced in the Bungie Weekly Update: 10/26/2007 [1] . This map was originally planned to be in the Legendary Map Pack, but was replaced byBlackout due to the fear that it woulddn't be finished on time, but will now be included in the following map pack. It has been stated that it will be symmetrical or semi-symmetrical with the middle of the map being higher than the rest.[1] According to the Bungie Weekly Update: 1/4/2008 [2] the map will be an entirely new map. The map is supposed to be full of mid to long range weapons, and from what the update states it appears there will be multiple floors. This map is based outdoors.

Speculations

Design

Due to the name, possible origin, and structure of the level, some fans have speculated that this map will be set on a structure of Covenant origins, with the map possibly taking place on the ship similar to the Unyielding Hierophant or Pious Inquisitor, which has lead many to believe that Purple Reign could be a possible remake of Halo 2 multiplayer map Midship. However, this is unlikely, as it is stated that it is a completely new map.

It is said to be nearly perfectly symmetrical, with the mid section being higher than the rest of the map. It is also said that it based outside with "some excellent line of sight and well thought-out verticality problems and opportunities. Bridges make short work of long open sections and a central hub is sure to be fought over".

The map is focused on competitive playing, as it multi-story arena styled map. It features two "somewhat enclosed" bases, with one-way mirrors on the second floor(like those in interrigation rooms), where players will be able to look out, but players outside will be unable to see what's inside.

The arena is designed like a bowl, with the floor slighly concaved and dotted with columns for cover. Four elevated walkways converge in a small bi-level center structure that sports a cache of important items.

The map is originally intended for SLayer based games, but objective games works well, but is described as frentic [2]

Mystery

Before Purple Reign were removed from the Legendary Map pack, it was stated that one of the maps would expand upon the Scarab-Hunter mystery. In a recent Weekly Update[3], it was stated that "One base of this open-air arena could end up getting called ´´Energy side``and another call-out could end up ´´Hunter side``." so it natural to believe that Purple Reign is the map they wpoke of.

Tactics

  • The map is too confined for genuine cat and mouse activity at those chokepoints and a warren of claustrophobic lower areas makes high ground and control essential
  • There are several ways to get up top(of the midle section), from careful jumps to spiraling ramps
  • The map is said to be a perfect map for Battle Rifle duels, and for stucking people hundreds of yars away.

Trivia

  • Bungie confirmed that this map does not reference Prince's song or the movie Purple Rain.



A possible picture of Purple Reign

File:1211756155 Purple Reign.JPG

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References

  1. ^ http://www.bungie.net/News/content.aspx?type=topnews&cid=12930
  2. ^ , "if frenetically - lots of dropped flags and frantic attempts to reset while grenades explode all around you"
  3. ^ http://www.bungie.net/News/content.aspx?type=topnews&cid=13824
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