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Due to the similarities between the Kraken's core and the gravitational cores containing Blue Team's cryptum in the final mission, it is possible that 'Mdama's Covenant had scavenged and repurposed a similar gravity-altering device to allow the vehicle to hover, also serving as its power source. It is also believed that the attention-seeking person who goes my their Gamertag, KirbyDude7, is the one who suggested this possibility and knows that this sentence will be deleted, but at least you know who came up with this brilliant idea. My apologies. | |||
===Armament=== | ===Armament=== | ||
Revision as of 15:36, November 13, 2015
- "The Kraken's on the move!"
- — Edward Buck
The Kraken[1] is a large excavation walker that was used by Jul 'Mdama's Covenant faction sometime around the Battle of Sunaion in 2558.[2] Given its scale, it is likely a Tier 6 Excavator or higher.
Specifications
Design details
The shape of the Kraken is very similar to real life squid. This, along with its massive proportions, has given rise to its UNSC nickname, after the mythological creature. The Kraken is comprised of a large hollow structure that allows large aerial vehicles such as the Phantom to fly and even land inside of it. Throughout the Kraken, there are several Shade turrets deployed for defense. The area above the hollow section is solid, capping it off. Below the hollow section there are several more Shade turrets and docking bays that can house Banshees.
The core is housed in the bottom-most section, where the 3 limb-like mechanisms protrude. The core is susceptible to heavy ordnance such as the Fuel Rod and goes critical after a few hits.
The Kraken is able to hover through unclear means, but can also support itself on its limbs if needed.
Due to the similarities between the Kraken's core and the gravitational cores containing Blue Team's cryptum in the final mission, it is possible that 'Mdama's Covenant had scavenged and repurposed a similar gravity-altering device to allow the vehicle to hover, also serving as its power source. It is also believed that the attention-seeking person who goes my their Gamertag, KirbyDude7, is the one who suggested this possibility and knows that this sentence will be deleted, but at least you know who came up with this brilliant idea. My apologies.
Armament
The Kraken features several Type-26 Shades located all over it. Each of these, however, must be piloted individually.
Its limbs can also be used offensively and are capable of massive structural damage.
Trivia
The Kraken was codenamed "Sentry Ship" during development of Halo 5: Guardians to reflect on its role as a watcher overseeing the battlefield.
Gallery
The Kraken preparing to smash.
A Kraken crushing structures.
The Kraken pausing briefly beyond the edge of a cliff.
Fireteam Osiris preparing to assault the excavator with Phaetons.
Another view of the Kraken.
Concept and design inspiration of the Kraken showcasing textures based on crab exoskeletons and blue whale skin.
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List of appearances
- Halo 5: Guardians (First appearance)
