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==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
[[File:HSOR FullCover Art.jpg|thumb|[[John-117]] and [[Frederic-104]] using the MA40 assault rifles during [[Operation: WOLFE]].]] | [[File:HSOR FullCover Art.jpg|thumb|[[John-117]] and [[Frederic-104]] using the MA40 assault rifles during [[Operation: WOLFE]].]] | ||
===Design=== | ===Design details=== | ||
Produced by Misriah Armory,{{Ref/Reuse|Nerf}} the MA40 is a part of the same lineage as the MA37.{{Ref/Novel|Id=SoR2|SoR|Chapter=2}} Improvements over the MA37 are subtle, but significantly increase mechanical reliability and durability in extreme conditions, including vacuum.{{Ref/Reuse|HE2022}} | Produced by Misriah Armory,{{Ref/Reuse|Nerf}} the MA40 is a part of the same lineage as the MA37.{{Ref/Novel|Id=SoR2|SoR|Chapter=2}} Improvements over the MA37 are subtle, but significantly increase mechanical reliability and durability in extreme conditions, including vacuum.{{Ref/Reuse|HE2022}} | ||
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The weapon is stamped with various decals including a QR code that, when translated, lists the weapon's name. | The weapon is stamped with various decals including a QR code that, when translated, lists the weapon's name. | ||
=== | ===Development history=== | ||
{{Quote|Misriah Armory stock increase.|A [[Superintendent-class artificial intelligence]] after a [[Spartan-IV]] got a kill with a MA40 in a [[War Games]] simulation.{{Ref/Game|Id=AI|Hi|[[Personal AI]] dialogue}}}} | {{Quote|Misriah Armory stock increase.|A [[Superintendent-class artificial intelligence]] after a [[Spartan-IV]] got a kill with a MA40 in a [[War Games]] simulation.{{Ref/Game|Id=AI|Hi|[[Personal AI]] dialogue}}}} | ||
Although the MA40 assault rifle was in service as early as the [[Battle for Earth]] in late [[2552]],{{Ref/Generic|Id=S1Trailer|[[Halo Infinite Multiplayer Season 1 Cinematic Intro]]}} the MA40 has been not seen widespread service until at least during the [[Created conflict]]. Although the MA40 has recently eclipsed the MA5 series in service, the latter still dominates most armories in sheer volume.{{Ref/Book|Enc22|Page=163}} The MA40 was used extensively by [[Blue Team]] during the [[Operation: WOLFE|mission]] to [[Reach]] in [[2559]].{{Ref/Reuse|SoR2}} An MA40 was kept in the cockpit of [[Fernando Esparza]]’s [[Pelican dropship]] in [[2560]],<ref name="DiscoverHope">''[[Halo Infinite]] [[Discover Hope|Discover Hope Trailer]]''</ref> and the rifle was later used by [[John-117]] on [[Installation 07]].{{Ref/Reuse|HICGP}} | Although the MA40 assault rifle was in service as early as the [[Battle for Earth]] in late [[2552]],{{Ref/Generic|Id=S1Trailer|[[Halo Infinite Multiplayer Season 1 Cinematic Intro]]}} the MA40 has been not seen widespread service until at least during the [[Created conflict]]. Although the MA40 has recently eclipsed the MA5 series in service, the latter still dominates most armories in sheer volume.{{Ref/Book|Enc22|Page=163}} The MA40 was used extensively by [[Blue Team]] during the [[Operation: WOLFE|mission]] to [[Reach]] in [[2559]].{{Ref/Reuse|SoR2}} An MA40 was kept in the cockpit of [[Fernando Esparza]]’s [[Pelican dropship]] in [[2560]],<ref name="DiscoverHope">''[[Halo Infinite]] [[Discover Hope|Discover Hope Trailer]]''</ref> and the rifle was later used by [[John-117]] on [[Installation 07]].{{Ref/Reuse|HICGP}} | ||
==In-game information== | |||
The MA40 holds 36 rounds ready, with 216 rounds in reserve. The reticle is very similar to the [[MA5D]]'s reticle in ''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]''.{{Ref/Reuse|HICGP}} The MA40 is highly effective in close-quarters combat. The weapon, when compared to other recent incarnations of the assault rifle, fires at a significantly faster rate, akin to the [[MA5B assault rifle]].<ref name="monster">[https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2020/08/31/xbox-monster-energy-promotion/ Xbox Wire; Bank Now, Play Later: Halo Infinite Meets Monster Energy Global Partnership]</ref> The MA40 features four weapon models, all of which were released during [[Season 01: Heroes of Reach]]. | |||
{{:Weapon customization/Model/MA40}} | |||
===Variants=== | |||
*'''MA40 assault rifle''': The base version of the MA40 assault rifle. Features a 36 round magazine, lowered damage per round, and gradually increasing bloom as the trigger's held. | |||
*'''[[MA40 Longshot]]''': An improved version of the MA40 with a decreased magazine size from 36 to 25. It has increased accuracy, much greater damage, and is headshot capable. | |||
==Production notes== | ==Production notes== | ||
The MA40 was first seen during the [[Discover Hope]] trailer for ''[[Halo Infinite]]'', which was shown at [[Electronic Entertainment Expo|E3 2019]].{{Ref/Reuse|DiscoverHope}} Its name was first revealed when the NERF toy based on the weapon was announced | The MA40 was first seen during the [[Discover Hope]] trailer for ''[[Halo Infinite]]'', which was shown at [[Electronic Entertainment Expo|E3 2019]].{{Ref/Reuse|DiscoverHope}} Its name was first revealed when the NERF toy based on the weapon was announced on February 18, 2020. Purchases of the NERF MA40 come with a code that unlocks a skin for the weapon in ''Halo Infinite''.{{Ref/Reuse|gamespot}} | ||
The MA40 received a visual upgrade to its textures first seen in the January edition of Inside Infinite. The color scheme appears much darker with a yellow strip along the barrel, paying homage to the MA37. The ammo counter visual is brighter and the munition counter itself is highlighted by a bright blue box | The MA40 received a visual upgrade to its textures first seen in the January edition of ''Inside Infinite''. The color scheme appears much darker with a yellow strip along the barrel, paying homage to the MA37. The ammo counter visual is brighter and the munition counter itself is highlighted by a bright blue box. | ||
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
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===Screenshots=== | ===Screenshots=== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
File:NERF_MA40.jpg| | File:NERF_MA40.jpg|NERF version of the MA40. | ||
File:HINF-MA40AR.png|''Halo Infinite'' in-engine render of the MA40 from the January 2021 ''Inside Infinite'' Halo Waypoint article. | File:HInf HUD MA40.png|MA40 HUD icon. | ||
File:HINF MA40 Adrenal Skin.png|An early render of the MA40, featuring the Adrenal coating. | |||
File:HINF-MA40AR.png|''Halo Infinite'' in-engine render of the MA40 from the January, 2021 ''Inside Infinite'' Halo Waypoint article. | |||
File:HINF MA40 Render.png|A high detail render of the MA40. | File:HINF MA40 Render.png|A high detail render of the MA40. | ||
File:HInf MA40 cutout 2.png|A cutout of the MA40 in-game. | File:HInf MA40 cutout 2.png|A cutout of the MA40 in-game. | ||
File:HINF E319 MA40.png|Third person view of the MA40 in the ''Halo Infinite'' Campaign Gameplay Premiere. | File:HINF E319 MA40.png|Third person view of the MA40 in the ''Halo Infinite'' Campaign Gameplay Premiere. | ||
File:HINF XGS 2020 MA40 Heads Up Display.png|First person view of the MA40 in the ''Halo Infinite'' Campaign Gameplay Premiere. | File:HINF XGS 2020 MA40 Heads Up Display.png|First person view of the MA40 in the ''Halo Infinite'' Campaign Gameplay Premiere. | ||
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File:HINF XGS 2020 Grappleshot in use.jpg|John-117 using a Grappleshot while wielding an MA40. | File:HINF XGS 2020 Grappleshot in use.jpg|John-117 using a Grappleshot while wielding an MA40. | ||
File:HINF GuardianHoloStructure.jpg|John-117 using the weapon within the [[Silent Auditorium (location)|Silent Auditorium]]. | File:HINF GuardianHoloStructure.jpg|John-117 using the weapon within the [[Silent Auditorium (location)|Silent Auditorium]]. | ||
File:HINF E3MA40Crop.jpg|A promotional image featuring the MA40, adorned with the Warmaster's Prize coating. | |||
File:HINF Achievement NeedAWeapon.png|[[Achievement]] art featuring various attachments for the MA40. | |||
File:HINF John and MA40.jpg|John-117 wielding an MA40 in vacuum. | File:HINF John and MA40.jpg|John-117 wielding an MA40 in vacuum. | ||
File:HINF Foundation clearing elevator.png|First-person view of the MA40 being fired in the final version of ''Halo Infinite''. | File:HINF Foundation clearing elevator.png|First-person view of the MA40 being fired in the final version of ''Halo Infinite''. | ||
File:HINF MA40 Zoom.png|Zooming in with the MA40. | File:HINF MA40 Zoom.png|Zooming in with the MA40. | ||
File:HINF MA40 melee attack.png|Melee attacking with the MA40. | File:HINF MA40 melee attack.png|Melee attacking with the MA40. | ||
File:HINF-MA40-MuzzleDevice.png|A MA40 with a Type-2A barrel shroud. | |||
File:HINF-MA40MagOut.png|First-person view of reloading. | |||
File:HINF MA40 Magazine.png|Magazine of the MA40. | |||
File:HINF MA40 Longshot.png|The MA40 Longshot. | |||
File:HINF MA40 | |||
File:HINF | |||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
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“ | Reliable, fully automatic assault rifle at short to medium range.[5] | ” |
The MA40 Individual Combat Weapon System (ICWS) is a weapon in service with the United Nations Space Command.[6] Built on Misriah's proven ICWS platform, the MA40 incorporates a number of updates made to the MA5 production lines during the Human-Covenant War. As of 2560, it is considered the standard-issue heavy rifle of the Marine Corps and Army.[7]
Overview
Design details
Produced by Misriah Armory,[1] the MA40 is a part of the same lineage as the MA37.[8] Improvements over the MA37 are subtle, but significantly increase mechanical reliability and durability in extreme conditions, including vacuum.[7]
The rifle feeds from 36-round detachable box magazines. Present above the trigger guard on both sides of the weapon's body are fire selectors, with three dots for positions. One is black, and the others are red, indicating safe and two firing modes,[2] one of which is fully-automatic.[9] The MA40's charging handle is positioned on the left side of its body, and its ejection port is situated on the right. Beneath the end of its barrel is located a multifunction receiver into which devices that grant supplemental functionality, such as infrared laser designators, can be mounted.[10] The MA40 is also capable of being fitted with a sound-suppressor on the fly, to reduce its firing signature.[11] The MA40 used by John-117 in 2560 features a dark grey and black finish, with a bright yellow stripe running across the cowling.[2]
The weapon is stamped with various decals including a QR code that, when translated, lists the weapon's name.
Development history
- "Misriah Armory stock increase."
- — A Superintendent-class artificial intelligence after a Spartan-IV got a kill with a MA40 in a War Games simulation.[12]
Although the MA40 assault rifle was in service as early as the Battle for Earth in late 2552,[13] the MA40 has been not seen widespread service until at least during the Created conflict. Although the MA40 has recently eclipsed the MA5 series in service, the latter still dominates most armories in sheer volume.[14] The MA40 was used extensively by Blue Team during the mission to Reach in 2559.[8] An MA40 was kept in the cockpit of Fernando Esparza’s Pelican dropship in 2560,[15] and the rifle was later used by John-117 on Installation 07.[2]
In-game information
The MA40 holds 36 rounds ready, with 216 rounds in reserve. The reticle is very similar to the MA5D's reticle in Halo 5: Guardians.[2] The MA40 is highly effective in close-quarters combat. The weapon, when compared to other recent incarnations of the assault rifle, fires at a significantly faster rate, akin to the MA5B assault rifle.[4] The MA40 features four weapon models, all of which were released during Season 01: Heroes of Reach.
MA40 assault rifle | ||||
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Weapon Model | Manufacturer | Lore | Rarity | Unlock Requirements |
Crimson Sun |
Fracture: Tenrai | Protecting against evil spirits with a wall of lead. | Legendary | Tenrai II Event Pass level 10 |
Dragonbark Adornment |
Fracture: Tenrai | Protective cover made of scales salvaged from a fallen warrior. | Legendary |
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Evolved MA5 |
UNSC | No pressure, but the mother of all assault rifles has arrived. Reforged in the fires of an exploding Halo ring and quenched on the ichor of a thousand fallen Elites, feast your eyes on the finest bit of battle rattle to ever grace your dirty paws! Now, don't go asking too many questions about ammo capacity this or aim assist that. The only numbers you need to know are seven, six, and two. Now get out there and give those Covenant a belly full of lead! | Legendary | Purchase Spirit of Fire Premium Battle Pass for 500 cR |
Golden Eagle |
FOTUS | Limited edition MA40 collectible. | Legendary |
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Life Thief |
343 Industries | With integral fluid recovery system. | Legendary | Purchase "Sanguine Gift" Bundle from the Shop for 2,200 cR |
MA40 Flashblind |
Misriah Armory | Chemically-treated for maximum corrosion resistance and low bioadhesion. The core firing components can be quickly sterilized while the weapon furniture is incinerated between missions. | Epic | Purchase Season 04: Infection Premium Battle Pass for 1,000 cR |
MA40 MODE MS |
Misriah Armory | Custom-manufactured MA40 assault rifles with microbial-resistant and CBRN-resistant nanodiamond coatings in key locations. | Legendary | Purchase the "Warning Signs" or "Hazmat Haven" bundles from the Shop for 1,500 cR or 3,400 cR respectively |
Shinobi Wrap |
Fracture: Tenrai | Carefully crafted to capture the sound of violence, but not dampen killing intent. | Epic | Purchase "Shinobi Wrap" Bundle from the Shop for 400 cR (Formerly 1,000 cR) |
Type 2A Barrel Shroud |
Misriah Armory | For improved heat distribution. | Epic | Purchase "Maltese Mayhem Weapon Set" Bundle from the Shop for 1,500 cR (or 800 cR during a sale) |
Variants
- MA40 assault rifle: The base version of the MA40 assault rifle. Features a 36 round magazine, lowered damage per round, and gradually increasing bloom as the trigger's held.
- MA40 Longshot: An improved version of the MA40 with a decreased magazine size from 36 to 25. It has increased accuracy, much greater damage, and is headshot capable.
Production notes
The MA40 was first seen during the Discover Hope trailer for Halo Infinite, which was shown at E3 2019.[15] Its name was first revealed when the NERF toy based on the weapon was announced on February 18, 2020. Purchases of the NERF MA40 come with a code that unlocks a skin for the weapon in Halo Infinite.[6]
The MA40 received a visual upgrade to its textures first seen in the January edition of Inside Infinite. The color scheme appears much darker with a yellow strip along the barrel, paying homage to the MA37. The ammo counter visual is brighter and the munition counter itself is highlighted by a bright blue box.
Gallery
Browse more images in this article's gallery page. |
Screenshots
John-117 using the weapon within the Silent Auditorium.
Achievement art featuring various attachments for the MA40.
List of appearances
- Halo: Shadows of Reach (First appearance)
- Halo: Divine Wind
- Become
- Halo Infinite
- Winter Contention
Sources
- ^ a b Misriah logo can be seen in this image
- ^ a b c d e f g h Halo Infinite, trailer, Campaign Gameplay Premiere
- ^ Halo Waypoint, Inside Infinite - January 2021: The phrase "CAL 7.62mm" is identifiable in the markings on the side of the MA40 in the render of the weapon in the stated article. The render can be seen in the gallery of this page. (Retrieved on Jan 28, 2021) [archive]
- ^ a b Xbox Wire; Bank Now, Play Later: Halo Infinite Meets Monster Energy Global Partnership
- ^ Halo Infinite, Weapons Bench description
- ^ a b GameSpot: Halo Is Getting New Nerf Blasters, Including The Needler
- ^ a b Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition), page 162
- ^ a b Halo: Shadows of Reach, chapter 2
- ^ Halo: Shadows of Reach, Chapter 12
- ^ Halo: Shadows of Reach, Chapter 19
- ^ Halo: Shadows of Reach, Chapter 11
- ^ Halo Infinite, Personal AI dialogue
- ^ Halo Infinite Multiplayer Season 1 Cinematic Intro
- ^ Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition), page 163
- ^ a b Halo Infinite Discover Hope Trailer
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