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The '''Multiple Launch Rocket System-1 Hydra Gyroc Launcher''' | The '''Multiple Launch Rocket System-1 Hydra Gyroc Launcher''',<ref name="universe"/> often simply referred to as the '''Hydra MLRS''',<ref>[http://www.gamespot.com/articles/how-halo-the-master-chief-collection-ties-into-hal/1100-6423608/ '''Gamespot''': ''How Halo: The Master Chief Collection Ties Into Halo 5: Guardians'']</ref><ref name="Bulletin">[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/community/bulletins/the-bulletin-episode-6 '''Halo Waypoint''': ''The Bulletin: Episode 6'']</ref> is a [[UNSC]] [[Wikipedia:Airburst round|airburst]] rapid-fire guided munitions launcher,<ref name="Bulletin"/> manufactured by [[Chalybs Defense Solutions]].<ref name="universe"/> It is capable of locking onto enemy targets similar to the [[Covenant]]'s [[Type-52 plasma launcher]].<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k96NK5moXyg '''YouTube''': ''Halo 5: Guardians Multiplayer Beta: Behind the Scenes'']</ref> The Hydra is capable of killing a fully shielded [[Spartan-IV]] with two locked on shots in [[War Games]].<ref>'''[[The Sprint]]''', ''[[The Sprint: Shutdown|Shutdown]]''</ref> | ||
==Design details== | ==Specifications== | ||
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The MLRS-1 Hydra Gyroc Launcher is the result of decades of development in refining micro-missile technology to create a highly versatile guided missile launcher that can not only operate in a variety of environmental contexts, but also be used 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 HEAB (High-Explosive Air Bursting) rockets from a six-chamber, rotating cylinder. 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 elegant 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"/> | The MLRS-1 Hydra Gyroc Launcher is the result of decades of development in refining micro-missile technology to create a highly versatile guided missile launcher that can not only operate in a variety of environmental contexts, but also be used 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 HEAB (High-Explosive Air Bursting) rockets from a six-chamber, rotating cylinder. 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 elegant 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== | ||
===Typhon=== | ===Typhon=== | ||
The ''Typhon'' is a variant | 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.<ref name="universe"/><ref name="H5G">'''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]'''</ref> | ||
===Echidna=== | ===Echidna=== | ||
The ''Echidna'' features experimental warheads capable of generating an [[electromagnetic pulse]].<ref name="H5G"/> | 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"/> | ||
==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> | |||
==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
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==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
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File:H5-ConceptArt-HydraMLRS.jpg|Concept art of the Hydra for ''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]''. | File:H5-ConceptArt-HydraMLRS.jpg|Concept art of the Hydra for ''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]''. | ||
Revision as of 19:34, October 24, 2015
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
Design details
The MLRS-1 Hydra Gyroc Launcher is the result of decades of development in refining micro-missile technology to create a highly versatile guided missile launcher that can not only operate in a variety of environmental contexts, but also be used 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 HEAB (High-Explosive Air Bursting) rockets from a six-chamber, rotating cylinder. 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 elegant 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][6]
Echidna
The Echidna is a variant, also produced by the Watershed Division, that features experimental, non-nuclear warheads capable of generating an electromagnetic pulse.[1][6]
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 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.[7]
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.[8]
- 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 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
- ^ a b Halo 5: Guardians
- ^ Halo 5: Guardians, campaign level Blue Team
- ^ Halo Waypoint
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