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Waypoint Community Modcast Ep 22
CruelLEGACEY let us know that episode 22 of the Waypoint Community Modcast is now live – topics of conversation include Forward Unto Dawn, Halo 4’s Forge Mode, Spartan Ops, and the current road to Inheritor. Go listen!(Louis Wu 16:50:10 UTC)
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Halo: Reach – The Movie
The Tyrant continues his series of Halo games, played in their entirety (including cutscenes), with Halo: Reach – The Movie. It’s a five-and-a-half hour extravaganza, played at Heroic (like the rest in the series), and gives you a way to experience (or relive) the entire game in one fell swoop. (Louis Wu 16:48:37 UTC)
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I’m in Love with Halo (Acoustic Version) – A One Direction Parody
From TheWarpZone:This is an acoustic cover of The Warp Zone song, “I’m in Love With Halo.” It’s performed by Ryan Tellez and TJ Smith.
I’m in Love with Halo (Acoustic Version) – A One Direction Parody
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What would you do with a letter…?
IGN posted another batch of movie/videogame mashups… Halo made the list this time. Thanks, ChrisTheeCrappy.(Louis Wu 16:22:06 UTC)
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Podtacular Reaches Seven Years and 300 Episodes
From Dust Storm:
Podtacular is celebrating our 7th anniversary with our 300th episode. Started back in 2005, Podtacular has been one of the leading podcasts in the Halo community with over three million downloads to date. We have been blessed with the community leaders and staff that came before us and carved a path for the community as it is today. Many of the staff that has tread the Podtacular path will be present for a live show on the day that Podtacular started: July 28th. This is a very special occasion for us, and we want to share it with you. Here are the details:
Location: Ustream.tv
Time: Saturday, July 28th, 2012 at 19:00 Eastern
We would love for everyone who can make it to come join and chat with us. Mark your calendars: history is in the making!
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A New Journey Begins – A Fan-made Halo 4 Trailer
From RanKopf Production:I went back and updated my earlier fan trailer with new footage that was released at E3 2012, as well as new audio that was recreated by YouTube user Kash117. Enjoy!
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Reach Weekly Challenge – 7.23.12
Last week, your Halo: Reach Weekly Challenge involved completing Exodus. There’s only one logical level to play after that one, and that’s Tip of the Spear.
TIP OF THE SPEAR: LASO – 13,000cR
Complete Tip of the Spear, Legendary, All Skulls On (LASO).
Okay, so maybe going from mission seven to mission five doesn’t make the most sense, but that’s okay. Forget the specifics, grab some teammates, and go play!
Weekly Challenge Thread – Campaign Edition
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What’s old is new
Frank O’Connor has a new interview in Games Magazine, coming out on August 2 – but the Examiner has a preview in which Frank compares the weapon progression system of Halo 4 to the powerup system of the 1980s arcade title Gradius. Go read more! Thanks, mastrbiggy.(Louis Wu 12:29:39 UTC)
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HaloGAF Podcast Ep 6: No Guests Allowed
ncsuDuncan and crew posted the latest HaloGAF Podcast last night – episode 6 has some great Comic-Con recaps from Domino, a roundup of Halo news, and a special guest appearance from Morgan Freeman! Go listen. (Louis Wu 12:27:42 UTC)
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Halo 4’s New Weapons
The Little English Halo Blog has taken a close look at the new weapons shown so far in Halo 4 outings – nice roundup! Thanks, Munish23.(Louis Wu 12:24:21 UTC)
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SDCC Spartan Ops Impressions
Geekscape’s jake108 let us know that the team’s posted a new article discussing Spartan Ops, as shown at SDCC. Go give it a read!(Louis Wu 12:19:47 UTC)
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Koala Stuff
FulRoro stopped in with word of a Reach Funtage – I really enjoyed it!(Louis Wu 12:07:29 UTC)
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mastrbiggy’s goodies – sorted
mastrbiggy’s SDCC giveaway received nearly 200 entries in the two days it was open, and now has five lucky winners:- Das Kalk
- CortanaVII
- Menacentiment
- allanion
- Dogiojoe
Congratulations to all five!(Louis Wu 11:57:49 UTC)
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Arby ‘n’ The Chief Bytes S01E12: Armor Deep
The latest Arby ‘n’ the Chief Bytes episode shows off a new Chief problem… pretty odd for a plastic action figure! (Louis Wu 21:25:48 UTC)
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Valve’s Source Filmmaker… for Halo machinima
ZoxinTV has put together an advanced tutorial for importing Halo models into Source Filmmaker – and there are some animation tests showing what it looks like. Pretty promising! Thanks, wwm0nkey.(Louis Wu 21:23:02 UTC)
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When real life intrudes…
Whoa. Looks like Drunken Halo has gone on indefinite hiatus… because Justin has been diagnosed with cancer. Our hopes go out to you, Justin! Go listen to Justin and Travis discussing the uncertainty of the future.(Louis Wu 18:09:37 UTC)
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Weekend Webcomic: The New Fall Look
Weekends and webcomics go hand in hand, and there’s no better day to celebrate that relaxing ritual than on Sunday. Today’s
Halo-themed Weekend Webcomic, which features everybody’s favorite Spartan super-soldier, is brought to you by ZZoMBiEXIII. Enjoy this Halo 4-themed strip, and if you have a comic you’d like to submit for possible future inclusion, send it to bsangel[at]halowaypoint.com!
by: ZZoMBiEXIII
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Pointing out the folly of man
A few days ago, Demoncarnotaur grabbed a few shots from some SDCC footage, showing off the new Halo 4 Jackal design. This led to some discussion on NeoGAF about how these puppies look a lot like Godzilla. Last night, he grabbed a few more – they’re definitely freaky.Update: HaloBase’s Legend put together a comparison.(Louis Wu 15:42:38 UTC)
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FotW 96
Fails of the Weak 96 went live – Jack and Joel look at some bad choices and luck. You can watch it on AH.com, or YouTube. Thanks, Nikko B201.(Louis Wu 15:40:57 UTC)
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Waypoint Weekly Wrap-Up – 7.21.12
You’re a busy person, and we have a thing for releasing as much Halo-related content our multi-fingered appendages can handle. That means—assuming you aren’t a speed reading super-soldier—you probably missed a few stories along the way. Not only do we forgive you, but we’ll also happily provide a convenient weekly wrap-up of absolutely everything we covered during the last seven days. Don’t worry about saying thank you. We’d rather you spend that time soaking in the goodness that is this entertaining collection of articles. Off you go!
News
The Halo Bulletin: 7.18.12
343 Industries Community Playdate, 7.19.12
Super Jackpot Weekend: July 20-22
Office of Halo Intelligence: Part 9
Halo 4: Forward Unto Dawn Coverage
Halo 4: Forward Unto Dawn – The Master Chief
Halo 4: Forward Unto Dawn – Interview with Anna Popplewell
Halo 4: Forward Unto Dawn – Interview with Director Stewart Hendler
Videos
Halo 4 E3 Demo Recreation – A Mega Bloks Stop Motion Video
Halo: Reach MLG Top 10 Plays 18
2012 RTX Grifball Panel Highlight Reel
Execution – A Halo: Reach Ninjatage
Couple Meet in Real Life Five Years After Connecting on Halo
Rooster Teeth Expo 2012 – 405th Shenanigans
Forge Cafe Halo: Reach Map Spotlight 4 – Tension
Fails of the Weak 96
Fun Stuff
Tattoo Tuesday: Emile-A239
Halo IRL: Wiping the Galaxy Clean of All Termite Life
Figures in Action – Halo Beauty
Friday Caption Fun 59
Community Happenings
Bridging the Gap Between All Communities in Halo
Waypoint Community Modcast – Episode 20
HaloTracker’s Premium Forge
MixMasterChief’s Halo 4 Impressions
Signed Halo 4 SDCC 2012 Posters – Charity Auctions
Community Customs Night: 7.20.12
Halo Waypoint Defiant Achievements Playdate: 7.20.12
Halo: Reach Screenshots
Causatum – Simply Amazing
Zealot – Completely Bad Ass
Splattered – Freakin’ Funny
Autumn Leaves – Simply Amazing
The latest news about the Halo series of games from Microsoft
