From IGN:

Halo 4 Spartan Ops designer David Ellis stops by to talk about the upcoming game’s downloadable episodes that will fill both your hearts and hard drives with weekly Halo content.

Since both Greg and Altano were sick during the taping of the show, we actually have a short episode this week (sorry, everybody – Mike Drucker can only do so much on his lonesome…he’s so very lonely). However, Xbox Senior Editor, Ryan McCaffrey, takes up the charge to lead the interview.

We also have a “Previously On…” that literally makes no sense. So…there’s that…

Up At Noon – Halo 4 Spartan Ops Interview with David Ellis

From HT Edge:

We have a great Halo: Reach charity weekend event organized on HaloTracker! It will take place October 27-28. We’ll be hosting three events: FFA, two Grand Prix races, and a raffle. Prizes include: Astro A40 headset, Halo 4 standard game, XBL Gold membership, Halo posters, T-shirts and much more. All proceeds go towards the Child’s Play Charity. Sign up now!

HaloTracker Halo: Reach Charity Weekend Event

From Minolta1034:

At Ready Up Live, we take leaks and spoilers very seriously. So we thought we would make a video to give everyone some tips on the best ways to avoid the Halo 4 leaks and spoilers that have surfaced on the internet.

Minolta1034’s Guide to Avoiding Halo 4 Leaks and Spoilers

Some people love the challenge of playing through a mission on Legendary with all the Skulls activated. I would not be one of those people (I choose life). If you are, though, I highly recommend taking the current Weekly Challenge for a spin.

The Pillar of Autumn: LASO – 17777cR
Complete The Pillar of Autumn, Legendary, All Skulls On (LASO).

Want to take some friends with you while you get up close and personal with this particular warship? Then post in the following thread, and fill out your team. Good luck, Spartans, although hopefully you won’t need it…

Weekly Challenge Thread

Halo 4 launches in less than 25 days. The good news is that you are that much closer to having the game in your hands. The bad news is that as discs are being made and distributed, you may start to see leaks. The internet is an awesome place… until it’s no longer an awesome place.

We are working closely with our security teams and law enforcement to address the situation. Piracy is illegal and we are taking vigorous action against it. We have poured our blood, sweat, and tears into Halo 4, and we want you to have the best possible experience with our game, come November 6. If you’re interested in staying spoiler-free, we encourage you to exercise caution when visiting various websites, social networking services, and forums.

Going dark is a customary pre-launch tradition for many gamers, and now may be the time to do that. Thank you to those of you that are reporting the leaks, and we’ll see you November 6. Through the scopes of our Battle Rifles, of course…

<3, 343

From BravoMLG:

I sit down with Kevin Franklin and ask him about 4v4 Slayer Pro, “join in progress,” custom game options, DMR vs. BR, launch playlists, Team Ball, Capture the Flag, SWAT, and more!

Bravo’s Halo 4 UNSC Weapons Breakdown Video

From firestream:

The Mantis is pretty slick! Definitely desktop worthy, so here’s a pack of desktops to celebrate its awesomeness. Enjoy!

Fan-made Halo 4 Mantis Wallpaper Pack

From Rooster Teeth:

Jack and Geoff are here with the 108th episode of Fails of the Weak! Laugh along with the terribleness.

Editor’s note: Language is mature. Proceed with caution.

Fails of the Weak 108

Over the course of the past two months, I have been preparing for a huge fundraiser/giveaway. So let’s start with the fundraiser five W’s (who, what, when, where, why).

The Goal
Do a fundraiser and giveaway to benefit two organizations to raise funds during the holiday season.

Who
The fundraiser will be for both Child’s Play and Idaho Parent’s Unlimited.

What
In August, I received a bunch of signed Halo memorabilia thanks to the crew at 343 Industries and Microsoft. The list of what I am auctioning off posted below:

Child’s Play
Signed by 343 Team – Halo: Fall of Reach Boot Camp Individual issues #1, 2, 3, 4
Signed by 343 Team – Halo: Fall of Reach Covenant Individual issues #1, 2
Red vs. Blue Large T-Shirt
Signed by 343 Team – Halo Legends DVD
Signed by Todd McFarlane – Halo: Reach Series 2 Grunt Minor Action Figure
Signed by 343 Team – Todd McFarlane Halo: Reach Series 3 Action Figure Spartan Specter Set

Idaho Parent’s Unlimited
Signed by 343 Team – Halo: Fall of Reach Covenant Individual issues #3, 4
Signed by 343 Team – Halo: Fall of Reach Invasion Individual issues #1, 2, 3, 4
Red vs. Blue Large T-Shirt
Signed by 343 Team – 1st Print UNOPENED Copy of Halo Combat Evolved Platinum Hits for the Original Xbox**
Signed by 343 Team – Xbox 360 Wired Controller
Signed by 343 Team – McFarlane Halo: Reach Series 3 Action Figure Invasion set
Signed by 343 Team – McFarlane Halo: Reach Series 6 Action Figure Team Objective set

When
Auction: November 6th to 18th, 2012
Fundraiser Giveaway: October 5th to November 18th, 2012
Freebie Giveaway: October 5th to November 18th, 2012

Where
Auction will be online at EBAY.com.
Fundraiser giveaway will be on www.facebook.com/dogiojoeswebb
Freebie Giveaway: www.facebook.com/dogiojoeswebb

Why
Currently I am a Board member for IPUL, and I am required to do fundraising but since I’m a gamer and I love Halo, I figured I would combine the two and create a huge annual fundraiser. I know that most bidders don’t know about IPUL, so I decided to donate to Child’s Play as well.

For more information, please visit my latest blog post.

From Christopher:

This is a montage by the launching group, Terminal Velocity. The video consists of funtage clips from Halo 3 and Halo: Reach, as well as some sweet matchmaking jumps. Episode 2 with campaign amazingness is coming soon!

Editor’s note: Language is mature. Proceed with caution.

TV Funhouse Episode 1 – A Halo Montage

Do you like things that are big (ahem)? Do you enjoy going to battle? If you said yes to either of those questions, then hop into Big Team Battle this weekend because starting today and ending on Sunday, games played and completed within that playlist will present you with the chance to receive a 27,000-credit bonus.

Happy Super Jackpot Weekend!