What the flying fuck is going on
http://xboxclips.com/Thorn+Harvestar/1d9b6c67-85b5-4564-9808-10e918debde4
http://xboxclips.com/Thorn+Harvestar/1d9b6c67-85b5-4564-9808-10e918debde4
How long have you been a member of SLAENT? How long have you lurked?
Just joined today, lurked through 2 whole Halo OTs and this one. Mmm...Halo.
How old are you? What country or state are you posting from? (Optional)
17, Straya
How long have you been a Halo fan? Have you played all the games?
Started quite late, only got an Xbox 360 in the young months of 2010 but played through Halo 3 first for about half a year before transitioning to my decidedly favorite Halo - Reach. I then became a super-fan of the franchise and tried to consume as much Halo goodness as I could, picking up Halo 4 on launch and then being disappointed with its Custom Games, Forge offerings and new additions to the Multiplayer sandbox that increased the random nature and made it feel gimmicky. And that's saying something considering I claim Halo Reach to be my favorite multiplayer :3
What mode do you spend most of your time in?
Love me some Campaign, except for Halo Reach where I was just too keen to jump into multiplayer first. I absolutely loved firefight and some of the Spartan Ops missions to an extent (the later Chapter with the Lich return were surprisingly fun). I spent most of my time in all of the Halos within the Custom Games with friends (now my friend list is down to 10 because most of my bros on the Xbox 360... are still playing Reach and I sold mine ;_;)
What is your favorite playlist?
I used to love Infection but I feel that it's been butchered to the point where it's no longer the who-can-camp-in-the-most-ridiculous-spot mode that I fell in love with in Reach. On the MCC Action Sack is definitely my favorite play list alongside Team Snipers and Team Slayer where I get to wallow in self-pity for the days where I was decent at this game, the moment I moved to the Xbox One my plays became so inconsistent >_<
Help us get to know you better. (Optional)
I'm a massive and knowledgeable nerd fan for Doctor Who and Star Wars subtle avatar /s. Sort of explains why I took to the Halo lore so quickly as there are similarities and it is of course bound by my favorite genre of Sci-Fi.
Now that introductions are out of the way let me contribute to the discussion:
It's great that people are feeling the Halo 5 soundtrack as a worthy successor to the Halo franchise that most believed was sorely missed within Halo 4, but I can also understand why there's still some uncertainty around it. There are definitely some tracks in there that were just pure musical porn and Locke's theme remains as my new favorite motif for the Halo franchise, but then I statistically had a look at it when I realized that compared to the tracks that had played in context it felt like this soundtrack was missing its notability. That's when I found out that the entire thing clocks in at 2 Hours and 14 Minutes, adding up the entire size of all the samples (20 minutes) and that leaves you with... 15% of the soundtrack available. Salient said that there was some good ol' fashioned electric guitar wailing so I have a feeling that they've deliberately left out a lot of the really awesome Halo bits to experience in full when the game comes out.
Either that or I'm an optimistic prick, we'll see.
Just joined today, lurked through 2 whole Halo OTs and this one. Mmm...Halo.
How old are you? What country or state are you posting from? (Optional)
17, Straya
How long have you been a Halo fan? Have you played all the games?
Started quite late, only got an Xbox 360 in the young months of 2010 but played through Halo 3 first for about half a year before transitioning to my decidedly favorite Halo - Reach. I then became a super-fan of the franchise and tried to consume as much Halo goodness as I could, picking up Halo 4 on launch and then being disappointed with its Custom Games, Forge offerings and new additions to the Multiplayer sandbox that increased the random nature and made it feel gimmicky. And that's saying something considering I claim Halo Reach to be my favorite multiplayer :3
What mode do you spend most of your time in?
Love me some Campaign, except for Halo Reach where I was just too keen to jump into multiplayer first. I absolutely loved firefight and some of the Spartan Ops missions to an extent (the later Chapter with the Lich return were surprisingly fun). I spent most of my time in all of the Halos within the Custom Games with friends (now my friend list is down to 10 because most of my bros on the Xbox 360... are still playing Reach and I sold mine ;_;)
What is your favorite playlist?
I used to love Infection but I feel that it's been butchered to the point where it's no longer the who-can-camp-in-the-most-ridiculous-spot mode that I fell in love with in Reach. On the MCC Action Sack is definitely my favorite play list alongside Team Snipers and Team Slayer where I get to wallow in self-pity for the days where I was decent at this game, the moment I moved to the Xbox One my plays became so inconsistent >_<
Help us get to know you better. (Optional)
I'm a massive and knowledgeable nerd fan for Doctor Who and Star Wars subtle avatar /s. Sort of explains why I took to the Halo lore so quickly as there are similarities and it is of course bound by my favorite genre of Sci-Fi.
Now that introductions are out of the way let me contribute to the discussion:
It's great that people are feeling the Halo 5 soundtrack as a worthy successor to the Halo franchise that most believed was sorely missed within Halo 4, but I can also understand why there's still some uncertainty around it. There are definitely some tracks in there that were just pure musical porn and Locke's theme remains as my new favorite motif for the Halo franchise, but then I statistically had a look at it when I realized that compared to the tracks that had played in context it felt like this soundtrack was missing its notability. That's when I found out that the entire thing clocks in at 2 Hours and 14 Minutes, adding up the entire size of all the samples (20 minutes) and that leaves you with... 15% of the soundtrack available. Salient said that there was some good ol' fashioned electric guitar wailing so I have a feeling that they've deliberately left out a lot of the really awesome Halo bits to experience in full when the game comes out.
Either that or I'm an optimistic prick, we'll see.
By Fahzgoolin Go To PostI never understood the appeal of assassinations in Halo…they take too long to do and it's all automated.
EDIT: GAWD I'M A KILL JOY LATELY
I kinda agree but holy cow Showstopper is by far my favourite medal, nothing beats saving a teammate from imminent doom.
By Adam Blade Go To PostWelcome, Double D!
How did you find SLAENT btw?
When I was in distress searching for the new OT a.k.a. more ways to waste my time I seem to have stumbled across a reference to this, can't remember exactly though.
By thornXBL Go To PostWhat the flying fuck is going on#MCC
http://xboxclips.com/Thorn+Harvestar/1d9b6c67-85b5-4564-9808-10e918debde4
just join Action Sack and search for that last party member.
By digmouse Go To PostSomeone convince me to finish CE.Finish CE
By zoabs Go To PostSkyboxes in the DLC of both of those games were fantastic tho. Or… Well.. Some. Like, Landfall (is that the name of that level?), Condemned in reach, and the one on the spaceship in reach.nothing beats the skybox during the final worthog run in h3, or looking across the storm on tsavo highway or when you first get to the ark and see the galaxy in the sky. reach's wernt bad or anything overall, the ringed moon always in the sky was pretty, but none really stood out to me. they all looked kinda...whats the word. washed out? in h4 i got tired of requium real fast. the metal ceiling made it difficult to have pretty planets, galaxys or forerunner installations in the sky. part of the problem is both games were limited (except for some of the dlc) to really one location.
By JazzyGirl420xx Go To Posthow rude moose. good bye to you too.I said bye, then when I was trying to power off my console by hitting the guide button it accepted an invite instead, because pulling up any menu on the XBone is delayed as shit.
By DarthDementous Go To PostIntroWelcome to the community that's so dank it was banned from the place it was created in!
By Mix Go To PostWelcome Double D!
By GringoSuave89 Go To PostGGs tonight, everyone. Happy to end the night with my first Killimanjaro (in Action Sack…)I got booted!
By Invert Go To PostI got booted!
Not by I!
GG everyone! Ironically, I had to stop and get off because of hot dogs =D
As far as getting booted, you know, #JustMCCthings
As far as getting booted, you know, #JustMCCthings
By AnonomissX Go To PostGG everyone! Ironically, I had to stop and get off because of hot dogs =DHotdogs or hot dogs?
As far as getting booted, you know, #JustMCCthings
By -Ryn Go To PostHotdogs or hot dogs?
Well, hotdogs, but Chrome marks it as a spelling mistake. Weird, but you confirmed I'm not crazy. Actually, we have 3 little dogs, we live in Vegas,and it's been very hot here, and they had to go outside...so hot DOGS as well, LOL!
By AnonomissX Go To PostGG everyone! Ironically, I had to stop and get off because of hot dogs =D
As far as getting booted, you know, #JustMCCthings
Nah this was a network related boot -.o #SteamAteMyBandwidth
By Invert Go To PostFinish CENot enough. I'm at The Silent Cartographer and it horrors me just thinking about The Library and Keyes.
By digmouse Go To PostNot enough. I'm at The Silent Cartographer and it horrors me just thinking about The Library and Keyes.Welp, I tried.
By digmouse Go To PostNot enough. I'm at The Silent Cartographer and it horrors me just thinking about The Library and Keyes.
This is a terrible excuse. Buckle up, and bunker down. Finish that campaign!
By digmouse Go To PostNot enough. I'm at The Silent Cartographer and it horrors me just thinking about The Library and Keyes.
I honestly didn't mind The Library too much. Assault on the Control Room is way too long though. Two Betrayals and Keyes are also pretty ugh. Other than those I don't mind it. Halo is my favorite level though.
How long have you been a member of SLAENT? How long have you lurked?
Just signed up today! I've been lurking HaloGAF since the Tom Morello leaks for Reach. Never really felt compelled to make an account and join in on the discussions but Halo 5 has me very excited for the franchise and I want to become a part of a Halo community in a more involved way.
How old are you? What country or state are you posting from? (Optional)
23, Canada
How long have you been a Halo fan? Have you played all the games?
I've been a fan of the series since the beginning. Me and my brother were going to go in on a PS2 but decided to get an Xbox at the store after hearing about how awesome this "Halo" game was. Best decision I've ever made. Since then I've gone on to buy all of the successive titles in the series. I love all of the Halo's but if I had to choose my favourite it would be a tie between 2 and 4.
What mode do you spend most of your time in?
I spend the majority of my time in the hardcore multiplayer playlists. Love me some intense 4v4s (excited for Warzone though!). Halo campaigns are the reason I buy the games, however. I love the lore of the Halo series and nothing even comes close to it video game wise in my opinion. I'm the nerd that plods through each campaign mission, exploring every area and taking in everything.
What is your favorite playlist?
Whatever the HCS/MLG/Competitive playlist is. I like to challenge myself and see how I stack up to the best. When I'm not in the mood for getting sweaty I alternate between FFA and BTB. Not a huge fan of stuff like Infection/Action Sack unless it's in a custom lobby with fun people.
Help us get to know you better. (Optional)
I have a huge passion for story writing. Haven't done much of it myself but I hope to go to school next year with the end goal of becoming a novelist. Halo was a huge inspiration for wanting to become a writer. I can't wait to see how the story of Halo 5 pans out!
Just signed up today! I've been lurking HaloGAF since the Tom Morello leaks for Reach. Never really felt compelled to make an account and join in on the discussions but Halo 5 has me very excited for the franchise and I want to become a part of a Halo community in a more involved way.
How old are you? What country or state are you posting from? (Optional)
23, Canada
How long have you been a Halo fan? Have you played all the games?
I've been a fan of the series since the beginning. Me and my brother were going to go in on a PS2 but decided to get an Xbox at the store after hearing about how awesome this "Halo" game was. Best decision I've ever made. Since then I've gone on to buy all of the successive titles in the series. I love all of the Halo's but if I had to choose my favourite it would be a tie between 2 and 4.
What mode do you spend most of your time in?
I spend the majority of my time in the hardcore multiplayer playlists. Love me some intense 4v4s (excited for Warzone though!). Halo campaigns are the reason I buy the games, however. I love the lore of the Halo series and nothing even comes close to it video game wise in my opinion. I'm the nerd that plods through each campaign mission, exploring every area and taking in everything.
What is your favorite playlist?
Whatever the HCS/MLG/Competitive playlist is. I like to challenge myself and see how I stack up to the best. When I'm not in the mood for getting sweaty I alternate between FFA and BTB. Not a huge fan of stuff like Infection/Action Sack unless it's in a custom lobby with fun people.
Help us get to know you better. (Optional)
I have a huge passion for story writing. Haven't done much of it myself but I hope to go to school next year with the end goal of becoming a novelist. Halo was a huge inspiration for wanting to become a writer. I can't wait to see how the story of Halo 5 pans out!
By digmouse Go To PostNot enough. I'm at The Silent Cartographer and it horrors me just thinking about The Library and Keyes.Yep. I'm not sure if I'm man enough to finish CE even in the next 5 years
By derpface123 Go To PostUNSC SUPER SLAM LIVE!!My ultimate goal in using the REQ system is to find and use the trolliest assassination possible. This is pretty good, but I'm sure there's a lethal nutshot out there somewhere.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-_hkncPaCTk
🎺 🎺 🎺 🎺 🎺 🎺 🎺 🎺 🎺 🎺
Do we know what the cost of REQ packs are going to be yet? I've got a REQ fund set aside to get me some drops because I'm lazy lol.
By Hazardous Metal Go To PostI've been lurking HaloGAF since the Tom Morello leaks for Reach.
Tom Morello came from Reach? I thought that was a Halo 4 only thing, well there we go.
Welcome btw.
By Poodlestrike Go To PostMy ultimate goal in using the REQ system is to find and use the trolliest assassination possible. This is pretty good, but I'm sure there's a lethal nutshot out there somewhere.
I do recall an assassination that involved throwing the enemy over his shoulder, making a grand motion and then... stabbing his wrist. Apparently that causes instant death, but coming from the same super soldiers who drown in puddles of water I'm not surprised.
By DarthDementous Go To PostTom Morello came from Reach? I thought that was a Halo 4 only thing, well there we go.Morello was all the way back to Halo 3
Welcome btw.
I do recall an assassination that involved throwing the enemy over his shoulder, making a grand motion and then… stabbing his wrist. Apparently that causes instant death, but coming from the same super soldiers who drown in puddles of water I'm not surprised.
Ok, it is getting a bit stale on GAF. So I thought that I might plant my feet here for a bit if that is ok with you chaps? Seems a lot more chilled!
I'll chime in on a few subjects
CE OST was the best. But the H5 one has promise.
I don't care that armour customisation in 5 is just Helmet and "the rest".
I was bitterly dissapointed that they were no linger planning to let us choose the datacenter. But seeing Josh's response on here and knowing that they consider anything above 100ms unacceptable. Made me want to weep with joy.
Overall I am mega excited for 5
I'll chime in on a few subjects
CE OST was the best. But the H5 one has promise.
I don't care that armour customisation in 5 is just Helmet and "the rest".
I was bitterly dissapointed that they were no linger planning to let us choose the datacenter. But seeing Josh's response on here and knowing that they consider anything above 100ms unacceptable. Made me want to weep with joy.
Overall I am mega excited for 5
Fired up some MCC last night for the first time in months. Hopped into BTB and got an 8 on 4 matchup or something of that variety. Lovely. Ran well though.
By derpface123 Go To PostUNSC SUPER SLAM LIVE!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-_hkncPaCTk
🎺 🎺 🎺 🎺 🎺 🎺 🎺 🎺 🎺 🎺
that distorted sub-bass kick in the "JOHN CENAAAAA" sample makes that assassination sound way more painful than it really is.
Debating if I should hang on to my physical copy pre-order or switch to digital. Still have every physical release and would love to add 5 to them, but the digital is so much more convenient and instant. Hmmm
By Granadier Go To PostJBird playing HaloAlmost choked on my soup this morning when I saw that.
We've been finishing the trucks faster and faster, I don't know what to do with all this new free time.
God damm
Playing the older titles online, I get this urge to ground pound them when I'm above. But I can't.
Playing the older titles online, I get this urge to ground pound them when I'm above. But I can't.
By ElzarTheBam Go To PostGod dammDo you not also get the same urge to thrust, or clamber, or charge, or even slide? Because with only three weeks in the beta, I still find myself trying the above also.
Playing the older titles online, I get this urge to ground pound them when I'm above. But I can't.
I can't wait for Halo 5's Arena. It's gonna be good.
But I can't stand the fact that we haven't gotten any answers on base gametypes, on whether forge is in ag launch and why 343 is releasing a non finished game.
Don't pull a destiny, delay if you need to, 343 seems to be very bad at time management of they can't even give us a reason for half the things being missing at launch that are.
But I can't stand the fact that we haven't gotten any answers on base gametypes, on whether forge is in ag launch and why 343 is releasing a non finished game.
Don't pull a destiny, delay if you need to, 343 seems to be very bad at time management of they can't even give us a reason for half the things being missing at launch that are.
By CRIMSONxSERAPH Go To PostDo you not also get the same urge to thrust, or clamber, or charge, or even slide? Because with only three weeks in the beta, I still find myself trying the above also.
I've had the urge to thrust for ages and ages.
By Ragnarok Flames Go To PostBut I can't stand the fact that we haven't gotten any answers on base gametypes, on whether forge is in ag launch and why 343 is releasing a non finished game.Agreed. I hesitate to call it unfinished as we don't know what was in their original plan for launch, but I'd love to hear some more solid information of what will be there day-1 for playlists and gametypes.
My guess for day-1 (month-1) playlists would probably be:
Team Slayer
CTF*
Team Obj.
Rumble Pit
Breakout
*Provided CTF isn't consolidated into Team Obj.
I think the Variants like infection, SWAT, Team Snipers and the like will be in the game at launch; they just won't have dedicated playlists right way if worst comes to worst.
Probably wanna gauge how satisfied the launch community is before throwing playlists all over the place and have them barely populated.
Team Slayer
CTF*
Team Obj.
Rumble Pit
Breakout
*Provided CTF isn't consolidated into Team Obj.
I think the Variants like infection, SWAT, Team Snipers and the like will be in the game at launch; they just won't have dedicated playlists right way if worst comes to worst.
Probably wanna gauge how satisfied the launch community is before throwing playlists all over the place and have them barely populated.