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* 4.86 m (15.94 ft) {{C|unscoped lunge}}<ref name="H5GA">[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w0lhC3cadS4 '''YouTube''' - ''Halo 5 | Gravity Hammers Analysis'']</ref>
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== Overview ==
== Overview ==
=== Design details ===
=== Design details ===
The ''Grinder'' is a named variant of the T-2 EW/H, upgraded to conjure a powerful, [[electromagnetic pulse|EMP]]-capable gravimetric vortex from the point of impact. It uses the T-2 EW/H's model albeit with various changes to the coloring, including the head carrying a white color broken up by yellow and red stripes, and the rest of the weapon also having a red color scheme.<ref name="REQ"/>
The ''Grinder'' is a named variant of the T-2 EW/H, upgraded to conjure a powerful, [[electromagnetic pulse|EMP]]-capable gravimetric vortex from the point of impact. It uses the T-2 EW/H's model albeit with various changes to the coloring, including the head carrying a white color broken up by yellow and red stripes, and the rest of the weapon also having a red color scheme.{{Ref/Reuse|REQ}}


=== Service history ===
=== Service history ===
In late [[2558]], [[SPARTAN-IV program|Spartan-IVs]] serving aboard the {{UNSCShip|Infinity}} trained with the ''Grinder'' in [[War Games]] simulations.<ref name="H5G"/>
In late [[2558]], [[SPARTAN-IV program|Spartan-IVs]] serving aboard the {{UNSCShip|Infinity}} trained with the ''Grinder'' in [[War Games]] simulations.{{Ref/Reuse|H5G}}


== Gameplay ==
== Gameplay ==
=== ''Halo 5: Guardians'' ===
=== ''Halo 5: Guardians'' ===
The ''Grinder'' appears as a Level 5 Ultra Rare REQ variant of the Gravity Hammer. Contrary to its in-game description, the ''Grinder'' is actually an advanced Gravity Hammer that spawns a powerful gravimetric vortex when swung. This vortex has an EMP effect that lasts 3.45 seconds and a large kill radius of 9.9 meters.<ref name="H5GA"/> This enables the ''Grinder'' to be an effective weapon against groups of enemies and bosses, as well as an anti-vehicle weapon, although it cannot prevent splatters from vehicles, requiring the ''Grinder''{{'}}s user to boost to the side to avoid dying.<ref name="H5G"/>
The ''Grinder'' appears as a Level 5 Ultra Rare REQ variant of the Gravity Hammer. Contrary to its in-game description, the ''Grinder'' is actually an advanced Gravity Hammer that spawns a powerful gravimetric vortex when swung. This vortex has an EMP effect that lasts 3.45 seconds and a large kill radius of 9.9 meters.{{Ref/Reuse|H5GA}} This enables the ''Grinder'' to be an effective weapon against groups of enemies and bosses, as well as an anti-vehicle weapon, although it cannot prevent splatters from vehicles, requiring the ''Grinder''{{'}}s user to boost to the side to avoid dying.{{Ref/Reuse|H5G}}


==== Changes from the Type-2 Energy Weapon/Hammer ====
==== Changes from the Type-2 Energy Weapon/Hammer ====

Revision as of 09:32, April 15, 2021

Grinder
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Production overview

Model series:

Type-2

Type:

Energy Weapon/Hammer

Specifications

Length:

203.7 centimetres (80.2 in)[1][2]

Width:

33 centimetres (13 in)[2]

Height:

61.7 centimetres (24.3 in)[2]

Weight:

38.7 kilograms (85 lb)[2]

Ammunition type:

Electromagnetic energy[3]
Gravimetric vortexes[4]

Feed system:

100 battery units

Effective range:

Close

  • 4.86 m (15.94 ft) (unscoped lunge)[5]
  • 8.46 m (27.76 ft) (scoped lunge)[5]
Service history

In service:

Post-Covenant War conflicts

 

"The sound of overloading shields, cracking bones, and shattering armor is music to Jiralhanae ears. Improved Gravity Hammer that unleashes a powerful shockwave from the point of impact."
— In-game description[4]

The Grinder is a special Type-2 gravity hammer.[6]

Overview

Design details

The Grinder is a named variant of the T-2 EW/H, upgraded to conjure a powerful, EMP-capable gravimetric vortex from the point of impact. It uses the T-2 EW/H's model albeit with various changes to the coloring, including the head carrying a white color broken up by yellow and red stripes, and the rest of the weapon also having a red color scheme.[4]

Service history

In late 2558, Spartan-IVs serving aboard the UNSC Infinity trained with the Grinder in War Games simulations.[6]

Gameplay

Halo 5: Guardians

The Grinder appears as a Level 5 Ultra Rare REQ variant of the Gravity Hammer. Contrary to its in-game description, the Grinder is actually an advanced Gravity Hammer that spawns a powerful gravimetric vortex when swung. This vortex has an EMP effect that lasts 3.45 seconds and a large kill radius of 9.9 meters.[5] This enables the Grinder to be an effective weapon against groups of enemies and bosses, as well as an anti-vehicle weapon, although it cannot prevent splatters from vehicles, requiring the Grinder's user to boost to the side to avoid dying.[6]

Changes from the Type-2 Energy Weapon/Hammer

  • Unleashes a powerful gravimetric vortex from the point of impact.
  • Has an EMP effect.

Gallery

Normal gallery

  • First-person view of the Grinder in Halo 5: Guardians.

    First-person view of the Grinder in Halo 5: Guardians.

  • A Centurion-clad Spartan-IV with the Grinder.

    A Centurion-clad Spartan-IV with the Grinder.

  • The effect created by the Grinder.

    The effect created by the Grinder.

Halo 5: Guardians REQ cards

  • Grinder.

    Grinder.

List of appearances

Sources

  1. ^ Halo: The Essential Visual Guide, page 82
  2. ^ a b c d Halo Waypoint - Gravity Hammer
  3. ^ Halo Waypoint - Halo 4 Guide
  4. ^ a b c Halo 5: Guardians - Requisition system
  5. ^ a b c YouTube - Halo 5 | Gravity Hammers Analysis
  6. ^ a b c Halo 5: Guardians - Multiplayer

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