Halo: Uprising
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Template:Book Info Halo: Uprising is a four-issue American comic book limited series set in the Halo universe. The run, published by Marvel Comics, tells the story between the ending of Halo 2 and the beginning of Halo 3. The first issue was released on August 22, 2007, but due to the high number of delays, this was more than a month after the original date. The second issue was released on November 21, and the third and fourth issues are due to be released in 2008. The story was written by Brian Michael Bendis, and illustrated by Alex Maleev.
The series was brought together by Ruwan Jayatilleke, who landed the license to publish Halo comics, including the one-shot Halo Graphic Novel in 2005.[1] Jayatilleke also served as the series' editor.[1] Brian Michael Bendis, writer for the series, said in an interview he was "honored" to add to the Halo lore.[2][3] Reception to the series was lukewarm, with the artistic style usually praised. On the other hand, the lack of Master Chief-focused action and character development -as well as the delays in publishing- led to average reviews.
Plot
Issue #1
The story picks up right after the events of Halo 2, and follows three concurrent storylines as the Human-Covenant War escalates. The first concerns the Master Chief aboard the Forerunner ship he stowed away on after leaving High Charity. On course for Earth, the Chief is rendered unconscious and captured by an overwhelming Covenant strike force. Meanwhile, on Mars Colonel James Ackerson is being tortured by Covenant forces, to whom he betrays the existence of something called "The Key of Osanalan." Further abuse forces him to give up Cleveland, Ohio as the location of the Key. In Cleveland, the narrative follows the point of view of a hotel worker observing in horror the siege of the city. In the mayhem he meets a woman trying to keep her wits about her, while he edges closer and closer to all out panic. As they and the populace of the city are rounded up and herded into a local sports stadium, he reveals to his new companion that not only does he know what the key is, but also where it is located.
Summary
Official Marvel Summary: The Eisner Award-winning team of superscribe Brian Michael Bendis and artist extraordinaire Alex Maleev unleash an epic story of mankind's struggle against the alien threat of the Covenant. Picking up from the conclusion of blockbuster video game Halo 2, the must-read issue reveals how the Master Chief, while on board a hostile ship headed towards Earth, is battling against Covenant forces! Intertwined with Master Chief's interstellar one-man-war is the saga of a great American city's rebellion and downfall, two desperate lives' collision and shared fate, and the Covenant's hunt for an ancient relic of untold power and value. With hope dwindling and the fate of humanity hanging by a thread, is there any chance for a future? Read this debut issue to start the journey into the Halo universe!
Issue #2
Master Chief is captured and interrogated by Covenant forces. While back on Earth, a star-crossed human couple tries to stay alive as every single thing they hold dear is taken from them. Earth is falling to alien invaders, and no one knows what or where the mysterious artifact known as “the Key” is. The human race is at the brink of destruction can the bravery of a few turn the tide?
Summary
Official Marvel Summary: The Eisner Award-winning team of Brian Michael Bendis and Alex Maleev unveil a new chapter in the Halo mythos. Master Chief is captured and interrogated by Covenant forces. While back on Earth, a star-crossed human couple tries to stay alive as every single thing they hold dear is taken from them. Earth is falling to alien invaders, and no one knows what or where the mysterious artifact known as “the Key” is. The human race is at the brink of destruction---can the bravery of a few turn the tide?
Issue #3
The Earth is burning! Humans are running for their lives, caught in a war they did not start. How can two star-crossed lovers find their way to happiness when everything and everyone they knew is being destroyed around them?? And will the Master Chief discover the mysterious “key” that could end the war in time to save what is left of humanity?
Summary
Official Marvel Summary: The Earth is burning!!! Humans are running for their lives, caught in a war they did not start. How can two star-crossed lovers find their way to happiness when everything and everyone they knew is being destroyed around them?? And will the Master Chief discover the mysterious “key” that could end the war in time to save what is left of humanity?
Issue #4
This issue provides the conclusion to the Halo: Uprising series. Find out where Master Chief has been and where he is going. Meanwhile, Earth is under siege, the human resistance is faced with impossible odds with no hope in sight against the overwhelming Covenant forces. See the events that may turn the tide of the entire war.
Summary
Official Marvel Summary: Here it is -- the blistering conclusion to HALO: UPRISING!!! The story that connects the video games: Halo 2 and Halo 3. Find out where Master Chief has been and where he is going, before you pick up an Xbox 360 controller and finish the fight. Meanwhile, Earth is under siege -- the human resistance is faced with impossible odds with no hope in sight against the overwhelming Covenant forces. Be there to see the event that may turn the tide of the entire war. From the creative collaboration of the Eisner Award-winning creative team of Brian Michael Bendis and Alex Maleev (New Avengers, Daredevil) comes the final issue of this explosive interstellar epic arc! you have made a good ponit
Author Quotes/Information
- "We get to fill the story for Master Chief in between Halo 2 and 3. We get Master Chief from the end of that story to the beginning of the new one."
- "...new characters down on Earth that will allow a fresh perspective on the human level to the near holocaust that is taking place on Earth."
- "...can enjoy what they are reading without needing anything else but the book in their hand."
- "...honor the die hard fans with references and nods to the games and novels."
- "...you will see plenty of Master Chief in every issue."
- "The (American) city is an important key city to the war on Earth."
- Q:"How much of this civil war plays into your Covenant-based plot?"
A:"Not too much. It is referenced but it's not really the focus of the story."
- Q:"Will the Flood and/or Gravemind be involved? Will Cortana?"
A:"I can't say much about the Flood for now, but Cortana and the Master Chief were separated at the end of Halo 2, and our story is with him - so no Cortana."
- "Cliffhangers galore from issue to issue. But the story itself should have some resolution and a lot of hope for the future Halo stories."
Quotes and entire interview on IGN can be found below.
Credits
- Alex Maleev - Covers, Penciling, Inking
- Matt Hollingsworth - Coloring
- Chris Eliopoulos - Lettering
- Brian Michael Bendis -Author
Issues
External Links
- Halo Uprising #1
- Halo Uprising #2
- Halo Uprising #3
- Halo Uprising #4
- Newsarama Interview with Halo Uprising writer Brian Michael Bendis
- IGN Interview with Halo Uprising writer Brian Michael Bendis
- Gamespot interview with Halo Uprising writer Brian Michael Bendis
- IGN Review of Halo Uprising #1
- Halo Uprising #1 sells out in less than 24 hours
- Comic Book Resources Interview with editor Ruwan Jayatilleke
