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Forge Features: May 8, 2025

Community Spotlight

Welcome back to the Community Corner! In this series, we’ll share cozy Q&A’s with notable creators from the Halo community. Today’s entry features a personal history and lessons in handiwork from artisan armorer SangheliosCustoms (a.k.a. Oscar Fabozzi).



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Hi, Oscar! Thanks for sharing your story with us here on the Community Corner. Before we get started, can you give our readers a sense of who you are and what you do?



Hi, I’m Oscar Fabozzi! I’m 37 years old, and I’m from Italy. I live in a small town 30 minutes from Naples, and I have a hardware store where I’ve been working for almost 20 years. I’ve always loved video games—but I would only call myself a real nerd if I had more time to dedicate to them.<a id="_msocom_1"></a>



Follow Oscar on social media: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sanghelios_customs/">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/sanghelioscustoms">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://x.com/sangheliosc">X</a><a id="_msocom_3"></a>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A HALO HISTORY</h2>



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Tell us about your Halo origin story. Where did you first encounter the series?



I remember when I was young, a friend of mine bought the first Xbox and Halo: Combat Evolved. He was the only one who had it, so we all gathered at his house to play it together. I later bought my first Xbox to play Halo 2, and from that moment I never left Halo! I have played all the games, seen all the various films and series, and I own the entire collection of books that have currently been released in Italy.



Are you more of a campaign player, a multiplayer diehard, or a mix?



It’s absurd to say, but when I started playing Halo, I didn’t even have a console! I went to my friend’s house to play Halo: Combat Evolved multiplayer, and sometimes we even managed to gather two consoles and eight players for a larger get-together. Some of my friends even bought controllers just to play and enjoy multiplayer together.



Once I bought my first Xbox, I played the campaign a lot. I really like the story! Having played it in co-op with many different friends, I really don’t know how many times I must have completed the campaigns on any difficulty.



Now I have little time to play, but when I can I eagerly jump into the multiplayer experience of Halo Infinite, where I always meet many friends online who invite me to their team.



What’s your favorite Halo game and why?



It all started with Halo 2 for me. The Arbiter was a character that struck me instantly, and his story made me fall in love with the series right away. Since it was love at first sight, I’d have to admit that my favorite game is Halo 2.



I am also very attached to Halo 5: Guardians for the return of the Arbiter, fighting on Sanghelios, and the inspiration to create my Warden Eternal cosplay. Those things truly changed me and so I will be forever grateful for that chapter of the Halo story.



Do you have any other favorite Halo media?



As I mentioned, I have all the Halo games, films, series, and books. I have never been a great reader, but when I started reading the Halo books I immersed myself in the lore and discovered many things that I would never have even imagined! I must say that the books are truly a great strength of Halo, and I hope that other editions translated into Italian will come out in the future because I would really like to enjoy them all.



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Who are some of your favorite Halo characters?



It goes without saying that the Arbiter is my favorite character. He has charisma, he has honor, and I’ve always had a weakness for enemies in video games with a great backstory.



But the real thanks goes to the Warden Eternal. He was crazy as a villain and he really deserves a lot of credit. He’s one of the most esteemed and hated bosses in the history of Halo at the same time. That’s why I wanted to create his cosplay—a project that was nothing short of ambitious, difficult, and almost unrealistic.



And yet I worked so hard, and the satisfaction it gave me is impossible to quantify. The best thing that happened is that, with this cosplay, I managed to encourage others to revisit and form a greater appreciation for that character.



What do you love about the Halo community?



Being part of such a community is truly a fantastic dream. Being someone who has contributed to the world of Halo is not easily explained or expressed.



Thanks to my Warden Eternal cosplay, I got to meet the Halo team directly. We’ve already discussed it in the past and I still can’t believe that all my childhood dreams have truly come true! I’ll forever be grateful for this truly unique experience.



As a community, we manage to always keep the passion and love for this masterpiece alive—and I love that the studio encourages cosplayers like me and the rest of the community to participate. That is and will always be something that a fan will never forget.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">COSPLAY CREATIONS</h2>



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How did you get into creating custom armor and weaponry? What do you love about it?



I entered the world of cosplay thanks to Halo! As I grew up, I had less and less time to play—but ten years ago, I decided to create my first Arbiter armor. Because I created it while I was in the hardware shop, I was able to combine my work and my passion.



I wanted to somehow leave a mark in the world of this series, which felt like a challenge because there were already so many crazy cosplays which were incredible to say the least. How could I ever make a difference and get noticed among all these amazing artists?



And so, I decided to create the Arbiter cosplay—an ambitious, difficult, and long project, but it didn’t weigh on me even for a day. When you create something you really love, all the problems and all the difficulties in creating such demanding things pass.



It was a very difficult project, but I was determined. It took me almost two years to complete. And with the release of Halo: The Master Chief Collection and Halo 2: Anniversary, I managed to recreate all the best details and finish this great challenge.



After I completed the Arbiter, that’s when the wild idea arrived to create the Warden Eternal, and the rest is history.



Can you share your armor crafting process?



I started in the hardest way—not using foam, but fiberglass. Yes, real madness! I created every single part with simple paper using images online, and then used fiberglass to mold the pieces, smoothed them, and finally painted them. All without experience! And starting with the Arbiter, I had to create not only the armor, but also a real alien body.



And then, still looking to challenge myself further, I created my cosplay of the Warden Eternal, who does not have a body at all—only floating armor. So: the pieces were still created in fiberglass, but this time I used plexiglass in-between to suspend them, with LEDs across the whole body to hide it as much as possible.



Is the process different for weapons and props?



For weapons, I fortunately know 3D design. Since I bought a 3D printer I have started to produce a lot of projects. At the moment I only create Halo props with my printers, but I hope to finally create my first Spartan armor soon. And—a little spoiler—I will surely dedicate some time to my lovely Arbiter.



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What was your favorite weapon or prop you’ve created?



For weapons, it is very difficult to choose. I love every prop that I create. Each is a personal project that I start from scratch and realize in every little and particular detail.



But surely one of the great beauties and toughest challenges was the Gravity Hammer, a real beast at two meters and full of LEDs inside. Crazy to say that I’m building another hammer right now that is absolutely stunning.



I really love to create props with LEDs inside in particular, with docks for the batteries, switches, and circuits for the cables. It’s a challenging task but one that gives almost too much satisfaction when you see it completed. Indeed, I recently created my first Heatwave, and it’s been an unforgettable process.



How do you choose a subject to create?



I always try not to do things that have already been created or are well known. I like to aim for almost impossible projects. Ask yourself why it has never been done before, and only then will you have the true inspiration to create a real masterpiece.



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Have you attended any events in cosplay?



I have only attended a few comic cons in Italy, but I took part in some competitions with my Halo cosplays. I admit that going around fairs with such big armors is unfortunately very difficult; you need to have a lot of friends to give you a hand getting there. That’s why I prefer to enjoy events with simpler or textile costumes, which are light and allow you to move more independently.



Can you recommend any tips for those interested in cosplay?



After years, I’ve come to understand that making something you are passionate about really makes a difference. When you are immersed in the process of making something you love, the work is easier and the end product is even more satisfying.



Even if you think you don’t have enough experience, you can be sure that good work will come out if you love the character you want to create. Experience will be acquired with time.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">PARTING SHOTS</h2>



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Care to share a random fact about yourself?



One very funny thing is how I got my customers used to this fantastic world. At my hardware store, my customers are bricklayers, electricians, plumbers, and other such professions. Many years ago, they saw me creating things while I was working, and they would look at me, and often make fun of me, saying, “Hey, you! Think about working instead of playing.”



Today everything is different. My customers can’t wait to see what new project I’m creating. While they are buying maybe a faucet for the bathroom, they also take some photos with a sniper rifle I’ve just assembled.



Are there any exciting things coming up that we should look out for?



Oh, the more things Halo adds to this fantastic fictional world, the sooner I’ll try to make them in the real one!



But there is one thing I want to announce: I’ve always wanted to create a real Energy Sword. I’ve tried several times and failed, but I feel close to finally being able to create a truly realistic one. Stay tuned!



Is there anyone you’d like to give a shout out to?



I definitely greet all the people who are around me and believed in my projects, but a special thanks will always be dedicated to Halo. This series will always be with me.



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Thanks for reading! Follow <a href="https://x.com/sangheliosc">SangheliosCustoms</a> to check out Oscar’s latest creations, and stay tuned to <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news?category=community">Halo Waypoint</a> and our <a href="https://x.com/halo">social channels</a> for more community coverage.

Community Corner: SangheliosCustoms

Spotlight: April 23, 2025

Community Cartography 034

Forge Features: April 16, 2025

Games

HCS is headed to Arlington, Texas next week!



Ahead of the HCS Major in Arlington, hosted by OpTic Gaming, we sat down with <a href="https://x.com/DIV360">Diviyan</a>, Producer for the HCS crew, <a href="https://x.com/Wes_Clutch">Wes</a>, aka Clutch, Competitive Insights Team & Caster/Analyst, and <a href="https://x.com/RichieHeinz">Heinz</a>, the HCS Competition Coordinator to take a look at the <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/optic-major">upcoming event</a>.



Some highlights include:



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<li>An intro and quick back story on everyone’s road to HCS</li>



<li>The new S&D Extraction mode
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<li>Playable next weekend in Arlington!</li>
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<li>HCS Arlington</li>



<li>Early predictions</li>
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If you missed us live, you can catch the full episode now!



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Spartan Chatter is an audio series, a podcast if you will, hosted on our <a href="https://discord.gg/Halo">official Halo Discord</a> which brings members of the studio together to discuss all things Halo with a live audience.



Keep an eye on our <a href="https://twitter.com/Halo">Twitter</a> and our <a href="https://discord.gg/Halo">Discord server</a> to be the first to know about future Spartan Chatter installments so you can mark your calendars and join in when they happen!



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You can find all previous episodes of Spartan Chatter on our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4SWLEPaTx4c&list=PLn5QvCoiY3w7t84T_MFkGl8qvYI_q148-">YouTube channel’s Podcasts page</a> and on our Discord server but here are some recent episodes to enjoy:



Episode 3: Ranked Matchmaking with Tashi Hasandjekic  <a href="https://youtu.be/fQn8wuvz6P0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">YouTube</a> | <a href="https://discord.com/channels/471722331820130324/471730128335142912/1129534622267613216" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Discord</a> 



Episode 4: Halo: Outcasts with Jeff Easterling and Alex Wakeford  <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tL2mK1cZhi8&list=PLn5QvCoiY3w7t84T_MFkGl8qvYI_q148-" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">YouTube</a> | <a href="https://discord.com/channels/471722331820130324/471730128335142912/1139676521884286986" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Discord</a> 



Episode 5: Firefight: King of the Hill with Michael Schorr and Connor Kennelly <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TcFPhwKyhfs">Youtube</a> | <a href="https://discord.com/channels/471722331820130324/471730128335142912/1184677478346805259">Discord</a>

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Episode 06

HCS Arlington Preview | Spartan Chatter

Spotlight: April 9, 2025

Welcome to another edition of Forge Features! This series highlights notable maps, modes, and other creations from our talented Forge community. Bookmark your favorites using the links below for your next custom game.



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What mighty works the Forgers have wrought! Our latest helping of Forgified maps and modes includes a selection of excellent Slayer locales, hilarious minigames, and an iconic retail experience that’s larger than life.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Monastery</h2>



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/8278e064-4c68-4862-a1bf-5c5b2acca52b" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bookmark this map.</a>



Forger: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/the%20hairyman360" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">the hairyman360</a>



A high-stakes symmetrical map for settling ancient grudges. High in the jagged peaks of Sanghelios, the red and blue temples of an unnamed cult have been turned into bases for opposing factions. Furnished with ascetic sleeping quarters, imposing statuary, and the delicate tweets of songbirds, you could almost feel zen about getting rekt in a 4v4.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Island Base</h2>



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<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/3c872abd-2a1e-4d1c-bfd1-01501b6e6fb5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bookmark this map.</a>



Forger: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/DoomedSquash023" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">DoomedSquash023</a>



Set at a UNSC outpost on a deserted isle, this map lays bare all approaches to scratch that beachhead itch. The exposed tropical surroundings revolve around a sleepy scanning station, whose lone open window is perfect for picking off attackers as they cower behind that Pelican on the tarmac.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Drillsite</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/9832b848-c89b-41cb-8155-5e0d2a58a9ec"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/Drillsite_001.jpg" alt="An offshore drilling platform in shallow water." class="wp-image-132545" style="width:960px;height:auto" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/Drillsite_001.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/Drillsite_001-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/Drillsite_001-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/Drillsite_001-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/Drillsite_001-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/Drillsite_001-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/9832b848-c89b-41cb-8155-5e0d2a58a9ec" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bookmark this map.</a>



Forgers: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/Silencer%20EU" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Silencer EU</a>, <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/Ix%20Rose" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ix Rose</a>, <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/Dreamz%20AJC" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Dreamz AJC</a>, <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/BaconJace2330" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BaconJace2330</a>, <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/Davidedes" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Davidedes</a>, <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/ESlapshot43" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ESlapshot43</a>



A painstaking remake of The Rig from Halo 5, this map is a masterclass in forced confrontations. Open expanses, clear sightlines, and cloistered underpasses offer a glimpse into the hard and ever-changing realities of life on the rig. Nobody tell head office about those pitfalls between platforms…



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Iconic Retail Experience</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/c146c48e-803b-4927-ab4e-a3002c1a427e"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/BetterWalmartBro_000-1024x576.png" alt="An overhead view of a large retail store." class="wp-image-132429" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/BetterWalmartBro_000-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/BetterWalmartBro_000-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/BetterWalmartBro_000-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/BetterWalmartBro_000-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/BetterWalmartBro_000-1568x882.png 1568w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/BetterWalmartBro_000.png 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></a></figure>



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/c146c48e-803b-4927-ab4e-a3002c1a427e" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bookmark this map.</a>



Forgers: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/RayRayRoosta" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">RayRayRoosta</a>, <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/jjfree1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">jjfree1</a>, <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/FailedPuppet768" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">FailedPuppet768</a>, <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/Hobo%20Baggins538" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Hobo Baggins538</a>, <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/BurnsDemon" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BurnsDemon</a>, <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/QuirkyLogic" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">QuirklyLogic</a>, <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/Sparklymingo" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sparklymingo</a>, <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/SeerSpooky" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">SeerSpooky</a>



They paved paradise and put up a parking lot—with convenient access to highways, druidic ruins, eight lanes of cheerful checkouts, and near-infinite easter eggs inside a fully realized big-box store. This map is a love letter to the “iconic American” retail experience, where excessive detail is matched only by its detailed excesses.



Try marauding through the sporting-goods section in a 10v10, or getting lost in the aisles during a game of hide and seek.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">HOBA Hidden Valley</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/d0ef4a14-e604-445d-93d6-746f7d20de29"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HOBAHiddenValley_002_Retouch-1.jpg" alt="Grunts lurch into combat with their AI champion." class="wp-image-132587" style="width:960px;height:auto" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HOBAHiddenValley_002_Retouch-1.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HOBAHiddenValley_002_Retouch-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HOBAHiddenValley_002_Retouch-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HOBAHiddenValley_002_Retouch-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HOBAHiddenValley_002_Retouch-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/HOBAHiddenValley_002_Retouch-1-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/d0ef4a14-e604-445d-93d6-746f7d20de29" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bookmark map.</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/3fea16a8-50f7-4ac6-844c-c4f7306d55d8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bookmark mode.</a>



Forger: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/JovialCentaur5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">JovialCentaur5</a>



MOBA fans, rejoice! HOBA Hidden Valley pits you and your Grunt allies against a constantly spawning horde of foes in a roamable expanse filled with goodies. Your team earns points by dropping enemy Grunts or Spartans. First to 100 points wins the round, and the first team that wins three rounds claims victory.



If you’re brave enough, you can end the round instantly by assaulting the enemy’s AI-construct champion.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Gravemind</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/4bf4fc25-0ad2-4af7-b4c7-ece92afda1b5"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/TheGravemind_003.jpg" alt="A monstrous Gravemind inside a Flood-infested Forerunner installation." class="wp-image-132601" style="width:960px;height:auto" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/TheGravemind_003.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/TheGravemind_003-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/TheGravemind_003-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/TheGravemind_003-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/TheGravemind_003-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/04/TheGravemind_003-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a></figure>



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/4bf4fc25-0ad2-4af7-b4c7-ece92afda1b5" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bookmark map.</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/2ec40c7f-34d6-4512-9682-2f7761b594c3" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bookmark mode.</a>



Forgers: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/Starkey213036" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Starkey213036</a>, <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/DanZama22" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">DanZama22</a>, <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/players/ArturBloodshot" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ArturBloodshot</a>



This is not your grave—provided you can jump out of the way in time. This creepy-crawly and ludicrously fun mode by <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6TwA7lG__ac" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Forgers del Apocalipsis</a> pits a team of ‘goose riders against one massively mobile Gravemind. Use marking to leap the rampaging villain, and beware new obstacles dropped by the ‘mind himself.



Survive enough rapid heats, and you might live to write a poem about it.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Tutorial: Survive the Undead</h2>



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Ever wanted to Forge your own undead survival mode? The Forge Falcons recently shared this in-depth video detailing how to recreate their fan-favorite <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-gb/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/6254af4b-c175-49aa-9991-77943b7fca01" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Survive the Undead mode</a> using a helpful starter canvas, with info for beginners as well as serious scripters.



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-gb/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/f0d7c53f-8be3-477f-90f9-ac3453f49931" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Get the Forge template here.</a>



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Stay tuned for another Forge Feature coming soon! To share your creations with the Halo Infinite community team, be sure to drop a link in the <a href="https://discord.com/channels/471722331820130324/1231006442656628758" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">#forge-show-and-tell</a> channel of our <a href="https://discord.gg/halo" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">official Discord</a> or post to <a href="https://reddit.com/r/halo" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">r/Halo</a> using the Forge tag.



We’re also still looking for inspired Invasion maps to consider for future Recommends playlists. If you’ve got a great Invasion map you’d like us to see, be sure to use tag #343asks-invasion on your Forge creation before June 20.

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Forge Features: April 2, 2025

The Community Spotlight series showcases a selection of awesome fan art, videos, crafts, and other creations by the Halo community. Share your work with us on social media using hashtag #HaloSpotlight to be considered for the next Spotlight!



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<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@OfficialSparrowFilms">This exciting trailer</a> from Sparrow Films introduces Raptor Team, a fan-made strike team of Spartan-III operatives assigned to ONI’s most dangerous missions. We can’t wait to see more!



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">SEEN ON SOCIAL</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="680" height="383" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/DrGoosethumb_000.webp" alt="Spartans engage Banished foes in a dusty field of combat." class="wp-image-131628" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/DrGoosethumb_000.webp 680w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/DrGoosethumb_000-300x169.webp 300w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /></figure>



DrGooseThumb has lately issued a salvo of <a href="https://x.com/DrGoosethumb/status/1899974634621059529">impressive action shots</a>. Rendered in Blender and edited with taste, the good doctor’s recent compositions highlight the resolve of heroic Spartans and their UNSC allies against overwhelming odds.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="720" height="900" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/2204Design_000.webp" alt="Master Chief and Arbiter Thel 'Vadam stand triumphantly atop a mountain of skulls as the Flood closes in." class="wp-image-131418" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/2204Design_000.webp 720w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/2204Design_000-240x300.webp 240w" sizes="(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px" /></figure>



2204Design treats us to an <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DF5nWoFuvqM">iconic duo</a> in honor of a “Legendary All Skulls On” (LASO) campaign run.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="2047" height="2048" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/ConcasicoWW_002.webp" alt="A wooden Spartan figurine." class="wp-image-131488" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/ConcasicoWW_002.webp 2047w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/ConcasicoWW_002-300x300.webp 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/ConcasicoWW_002-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/ConcasicoWW_002-150x150.webp 150w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/ConcasicoWW_002-768x768.webp 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/ConcasicoWW_002-1536x1536.webp 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/ConcasicoWW_002-1568x1569.webp 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 2047px) 100vw, 2047px" /></figure>



The newest batch of handcrafted figures from Concasico Woodworks includes a <a href="https://x.com/ConcasicoWW/status/1894441128906096653">custom Spartan</a> for Halo superfan <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/TheSSMotion">motiondomain</a>.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="680" height="302" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/EtherealEOD_000.webp" alt="Master Chief idles by a stream on Zeta Halo. A Warthog is parked nearby, with a Forerunner Spire in the distance." class="wp-image-131614" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/EtherealEOD_000.webp 680w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/EtherealEOD_000-300x133.webp 300w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /></figure>



EtherealEOD always <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/community-corner-etherealeod">graces Waypoint</a> with dramatic lighting and evocative staging. This carefully crafted Blender composite captures Chief <a href="https://x.com/EtherealEOD/status/1884735728527303113">sightseeing on Zeta Halo</a> at a vibe-heavy golden hour. (Shotgun model by <a href="https://x.com/SpannerArt">SpannerArt</a>!)



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="680" height="383" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/OutletChief729_000.webp" alt="A Sangheili blade master bears down on a Spartan, who aims a pistol at the foe while lying on the ground in the rain." class="wp-image-131600" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/OutletChief729_000.webp 680w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/OutletChief729_000-300x169.webp 300w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /></figure>



Creative outlets are good therapy, and there’s nothing more therapeutic than gazing upon this <a href="https://x.com/OutletChief729/status/1882824866128396454">desperate last stand</a> from OutletChief729.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="680" height="441" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/entransing_001.webp" alt="The Didact holds the Master Chief aloft with telepathic powers. Text reads: "Time was your ally, human, but now it has abandoned you."" class="wp-image-131530" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/entransing_001.webp 680w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/entransing_001-300x195.webp 300w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /></figure>



Since our <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/community-corner-entransing" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/community-corner-entransing">Community Corner interview</a>, entransing has realized a series of exquisite illustrations depicting <a href="https://x.com/entransing/status/1877099507273302304" data-type="link" data-id="https://x.com/entransing/status/1877099507273302304">memorable moments from Halo 4</a>.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="680" height="383" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/skykillerr_001.webp" alt="An armored Sangheili holds an Energy Sword as UNSC marines salute." class="wp-image-131558" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/skykillerr_001.webp 680w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/skykillerr_001-300x169.webp 300w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /></figure>



<a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/community-corner-skykillerr" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/community-corner-skykillerr">Sangheili specialist</a> Skykillerr brings us the latest <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DGYoXzPMUu0/" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.instagram.com/p/DGYoXzPMUu0/">recruitment propaganda</a> from the Swords of Sanghelios.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1440" height="1800" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/zeke405_000.webp" alt="Zippyzeek034 dressed in custom Spartan cosplay." class="wp-image-131825" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/zeke405_000.webp 1440w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/zeke405_000-240x300.webp 240w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/zeke405_000-819x1024.webp 819w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/zeke405_000-768x960.webp 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/zeke405_000-1229x1536.webp 1229w" sizes="(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px" /></figure>



ZippyZeek034 of the <a href="https://www.405th.com/">405th Infantry Division</a> sports <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DG7b1XxOil1">custom Spartan armor</a> at Emerald City Comic Con. (Photo by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/amourir.media/">@amourir.media</a>)



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="680" height="383" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/CurrentlyNotHere_001.webp" alt="A team of Spartans charges forward. Two flanking Spartans fire weapons as the central Spartan advances with a flag." class="wp-image-131516" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/CurrentlyNotHere_001.webp 680w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/CurrentlyNotHere_001-300x169.webp 300w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /></figure>



This <a href="https://x.com/CurntlyNotHere/status/1899484539019296949">valiant display</a> by CurrentlyNotHere perfectly captures the rush of a successful charge in CTF.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="568" height="680" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/beansandegg_000.webp" alt="A collage of Halo: Combat Evolved scenery and imagery." class="wp-image-131460" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/beansandegg_000.webp 568w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/beansandegg_000-251x300.webp 251w" sizes="(max-width: 568px) 100vw, 568px" /></figure>



Here’s an awesome <a href="https://x.com/BeansAndEgg/status/1899188882509353034" data-type="link" data-id="https://x.com/BeansAndEgg/status/1899188882509353034">retro collage</a> from BeansAndEgg with Cortana’s encoded directive to thaw out the big guy. It looks like the Covenant wanted to catch you napping…



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="683" height="900" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/Crabbosk_000.webp" alt="A comic strip shows a misunderstanding between a UNSC barista and an Elite named Chai 'Latte." class="wp-image-131502" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/Crabbosk_000.webp 683w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/Crabbosk_000-228x300.webp 228w" sizes="(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px" /></figure>



Crabbosk recounts the trials and tribulations of an <a href="https://x.com/Crabbosk/status/1897803858279055548" data-type="link" data-id="https://x.com/Crabbosk/status/1897803858279055548">Elite named Chai ‘Latte</a>.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1438" height="759" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/elusivevector_000.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-131839" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/elusivevector_000.webp 1438w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/elusivevector_000-300x158.webp 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/elusivevector_000-1024x540.webp 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/elusivevector_000-768x405.webp 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1438px) 100vw, 1438px" /></figure>



A panel from Halo: Fall of Reach is brought to life in <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DHB6ScExSrd" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.instagram.com/p/DHB6ScExSrd">this killer composite</a> from elusivevector.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="680" height="359" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/b_does_stuff_000.webp" alt="The four original Spartans of Blue Team stand together." class="wp-image-131432" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/b_does_stuff_000.webp 680w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/b_does_stuff_000-300x158.webp 300w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /></figure>



Blue Team is back in action in <a href="https://x.com/B_does_stuff/status/1899515664676573547">this reunion scene</a> from B.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="720" height="767" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/blamodan_000.webp" alt="Four Spartans stand in a circle as Flood forms close in. One holds a folding chair at the ready." class="wp-image-131474" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/blamodan_000.webp 720w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/blamodan_000-282x300.webp 282w" sizes="(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px" /></figure>



Doozen01 knows that well-trained Spartans can <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DHBTB6fx3F3/">confront the Flood</a> with all manner of weaponry—even a sturdy folding chair, in a pinch.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">FROM THE FORUMS</h2>



Recent shares from the <a href="https://reddit.com/r/halo">r/Halo subreddit</a> and the <a href="https://discord.gg/halo">official Halo Discord server</a>. Join up and drop your creations for a chance to appear in a Community Spotlight!



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<figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="640" height="634" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/viejoviejito_000.webp" alt="A drawing of Emile rendered in bleach on a T-shirt." class="wp-image-131586" style="width:639px;height:auto" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/viejoviejito_000.webp 640w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/viejoviejito_000-300x297.webp 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/viejoviejito_000-150x150.webp 150w" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px" /></figure>



I’m ready! How about you? u/viejoviejito <a href="https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1j9aq8g" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1j9aq8g">shares a T-shirt</a> emblazoned with the indomitable Emile—drawn entirely with bleach!



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="540" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/Titaniite_001.webp" alt="Arbiter Thel 'Vadam holding a Needler as depicted in Spore." class="wp-image-131572" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/Titaniite_001.webp 960w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/Titaniite_001-300x169.webp 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/Titaniite_001-768x432.webp 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>



Has u/Titaniite attained the rank of Lifeshaper? Check out all the <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/halo/comments/1j7jubg/some_characters_recreated_in_spore_2008/">Halo-inspired creations</a> they’ve managed to conjure in Spore.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/badvoodoo68_002.webp" alt="Custom bindings for a selection of Halo novels bear Classified symbols and the UNSC logo." class="wp-image-131642" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/badvoodoo68_002.webp 960w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/badvoodoo68_002-300x225.webp 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2025/03/badvoodoo68_002-768x576.webp 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>



For your eyes only: these <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/halo/comments/1jdfwvh/my_halo_books_rebound/">covert book bindings</a> by u/badvoodoo68 wrap a selection of Halo novels in a classified UNSC dossier.



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Found your work featured in Community Spotlight? <a href="https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/06cacfd568b74b4490371907f55410dc" data-type="link" data-id="https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/06cacfd568b74b4490371907f55410dc">Fill out this form</a> to claim your exclusive Fire Unicorn emblem and nameplate to use in Halo Infinite. Don’t forget to share your creations with us on <a href="https://reddit.com/r/halo">r/Halo</a>, in our <a href="https://discord.gg/halo">official Discord server</a>, or on social media with hashtag #HaloSpotlight for a chance to appear in the next Spotlight!

Spotlight: March 20, 2025

It’s the final countdown to 2025! We’ve got one more fantastic Forge Feature for 2024 and if you stick around to the end, you’ll see a list of things that the team here is looking for to beef up some future playlists. No time to waste, let’s jump in and see how we’re rounding out the year!



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-large-font-size"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/98220850-e07b-4d17-9446-0c8764f58bb7">Chill Out</a></h2>



Credits: MadogWarrior, KunFuChicken93 <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/98220850-e07b-4d17-9446-0c8764f58bb7">Bookmark</a>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/ChillOut2_WP.png" alt="A remake of Halo C E's "Chill Out" in Halo Infinite Forge." class="wp-image-127191" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/ChillOut2_WP.png 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/ChillOut2_WP-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/ChillOut2_WP-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/ChillOut2_WP-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/ChillOut2_WP-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/ChillOut2_WP-1568x882.png 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



One of my all-time favorite maps from CE, Chill Out gives the perfect winter vibes.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-large-font-size"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/b5ab8b52-9307-4aa2-8e96-8d537fbab507">Bunker Buster</a></h2>



Credits: CptCrunchy5405 Bookmarks: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/b5ab8b52-9307-4aa2-8e96-8d537fbab507">Map</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/47c4b46e-3841-4f27-a781-87adef71be9b">Heroic</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/81c84d9a-988d-4a3d-a03d-8619bdc377c1">Legendary</a>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/bunker_6.jpg" alt="A P v E mode created in Halo Infinite called Bunker Buster." class="wp-image-127205" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/bunker_6.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/bunker_6-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/bunker_6-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/bunker_6-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/bunker_6-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/bunker_6-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



You and up to 23 of your fellow Spartans (but preferably 2-8) can jump into this PvE mode and bust some bunkers as you try to prevent the Banished from taking hold of the UNSC tech at the end.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-large-font-size"><a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/b26df39d-53c5-4ed9-9b9c-8218883922ad">Battle of Noctis</a></h2>



Credits: iMightBeWright Bookmarks: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/maps/b26df39d-53c5-4ed9-9b9c-8218883922ad">Map</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/a6e47224-4544-4137-806e-6bca85fb8e24">H5 Warzone Mode</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/modes/91b6d18c-3433-4e83-81ff-649eae60a222">H5 Warzone Whiplash</a>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/Noctis1.png" alt="Halo 5's Battle of Noctis remade in Halo Infinite Forge" class="wp-image-127219" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/Noctis1.png 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/Noctis1-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/Noctis1-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/Noctis1-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/Noctis1-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/Noctis1-1568x882.png 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



Even when the odds aren’t looking great, you can still destroy the enemy’s core on this remake of Halo 5’s Battle of Noctis!



<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-large-font-size">Plentiful Prefabs</h2>



Credits: Scrubulba Bookmarks: <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/prefabs/f8b22c37-0e93-445c-a1a0-5bca382bb30b">Space Pickle</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/prefabs/9a51091f-ea61-4b52-a9a9-bae8a77be5d5">Albatross</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/prefabs/fc753adf-05e7-494b-861c-6ed9e7e835de">Covenant Artillery</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/prefabs/dd29eb6a-a92d-49f2-85a2-4ca70585a1bf">UNSC In Amber Clad</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/prefabs/fb45c279-b260-492a-a7eb-63d86a0a5c99">UNSC Forward Unto Dawn</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/prefabs/b7c3947b-d2ed-43ff-8462-30491ff2de5c">R’Sisho Pattern Ship Breacher</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/prefabs/ab89f3e9-d334-4d79-9477-4deb112d036d">Halo 3: ODST Olifant</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/prefabs/1f74c97d-f524-4b65-bb49-642c091d5156">Halo 3 Elephant</a> | <a href="https://www.halowaypoint.com/halo-infinite/ugc/prefabs/dba4b84a-ffca-4942-9c8c-23ebc8871ab3">Enforcer Sentinel</a>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/SpacePickle-1.jpg" alt="Halo 2 Space Pickle prefab in Halo Infinite Forge" class="wp-image-127233" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/SpacePickle-1.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/SpacePickle-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/SpacePickle-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/SpacePickle-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/SpacePickle-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/SpacePickle-1-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/FUD.png" alt="U N S C Forward Unto Dawn prefab in Halo Infinite Forge" class="wp-image-127247" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/FUD.png 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/FUD-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/FUD-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/FUD-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/FUD-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/FUD-1568x882.png 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/Elephant.png" alt="Halo 3 Elephant prefab made in Halo Infinite Forge" class="wp-image-127261" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/Elephant.png 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/Elephant-300x169.png 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/Elephant-1024x576.png 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/Elephant-768x432.png 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/Elephant-1536x864.png 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/Elephant-1568x882.png 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/InAmberClad.jpg" alt="U N S C In Amber Clad prefab in Halo Infinite Forge" class="wp-image-127275" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/InAmberClad.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/InAmberClad-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/InAmberClad-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/InAmberClad-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/InAmberClad-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/InAmberClad-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



Sometimes you just need a prefab to complete your build and Scrubulba has been putting in the work to keep you stocked up!



<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-huge-font-size">Forward Unto 2025</h2>



We’re always on the lookout for new and exciting Forge content created by the community and as we head into 2025, next year is no different. While we’re always keeping our eyes peeled for new Husky Raid, Arena & BTB maps, here is a list of other interesting directions that we’d be excited to hear about. If you know of one (or have built one!), feel free to use the corresponding “343asks” tags in-game to get them on our radar!



Specifically:



<ul>
<li>Invasion maps</li>



<li>Academy-themed Linear PvE</li>



<li>Halo 4 maps & content</li>



<li>Linear PvE experiences</li>



<li>Linear Spooky experiences</li>



<li>Halo 5 themed PvP & PvE experiences</li>
</ul>



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That’s a wrap! 



2024 has been a very full year of Forge and we can’t wait to see what 2025 brings. HUGE thanks to all the creators who have made such incredible content, we will see you next year!

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Forge Features: December 13, 2024

Community Update

The end of the year has come, and so let us go once more unto the breach to recap all the latest goings-on for Halo in December.



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">HALO INFINITE</h2>



OPERATION: SNOWBOUND



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Operation: Snowbound is live in Halo Infinite from December 3, 2024, through January 7, 2025.



Halo 3’s Snowbound returns, remade in Halo Infinite’s Forge, along with Snow Ground and Snow Fire.



The free new 20-tier Operation Pass features the Infractor armor set, based on the Jiralhanae Stalkers encountered in Halo 3 and Halo 3: ODST.



Upgrade to the Premium Pass to acquire the Offworld Holiday weapon model for the VK78 Commando and Everything Nice weapon coating.



1V1 SHOWDOWN



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/1v1Showdown_MOTD.jpg" alt="A red Spartan holding an A R about to be hit with a Gravity Hammer wielded by a blue Spartan." class="wp-image-125949" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/1v1Showdown_MOTD.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/1v1Showdown_MOTD-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/1v1Showdown_MOTD-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/1v1Showdown_MOTD-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/1v1Showdown_MOTD-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/1v1Showdown_MOTD-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



Go head-to-head with other Spartans on small slices of some familiar maps, featuring identical randomized weapon and equipment loadouts, leaving the outcome to pure skill.



Of course, this time of year is all about having fun and enjoying yourselves, so if you want to enter the 1v1 arena with a friend, you can absolutely party up with them and duke it out against each other in matchmaking.



SNOWBALL FIGHT



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/11/SnowballFight.jpg" alt="Halo Infinite playlist image for Snowball Fight depicting Spartans throwing plasma grenades at each other" class="wp-image-125517" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/11/SnowballFight.jpg 1920w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/11/SnowballFight-300x169.jpg 300w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/11/SnowballFight-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/11/SnowballFight-768x432.jpg 768w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/11/SnowballFight-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/11/SnowballFight-1568x882.jpg 1568w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></figure>



Coming later in the Operation, the Snowball Fight mode trades out your weapons for an infinite number of plasma grenades.



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">HALO GEAR</h2>



THE MAKING OF HALO THE SERIES



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.darkhorse.com/Books/3008-731/The-Making-of-Halo-The-Series-Hope-Heroism-Humanity-HC"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1080" height="1427" src="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/HaloTheSeries_HopeHeroismHumanity_Book.jpg" alt="Cover art for The Making of Halo The Series: Hope, Heroism, Humanity" class="wp-image-127058" srcset="https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/HaloTheSeries_HopeHeroismHumanity_Book.jpg 1080w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/HaloTheSeries_HopeHeroismHumanity_Book-227x300.jpg 227w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/HaloTheSeries_HopeHeroismHumanity_Book-775x1024.jpg 775w, https://wpassets.halowaypoint.com/wp-content/2024/12/HaloTheSeries_HopeHeroismHumanity_Book-768x1015.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px" /></a></figure>



The Making of Halo The Series: Hope, Heroism, Humanity is a book that provides an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Paramount+’s adaptation of Halo.



Delve into the making of the Master Chief, his team of Spartan super-soldiers, the Covenant, and how the Halo universe was brought to life for the Paramount+ streaming series. Replete with never-before-seen photographs from the sets, production artwork, props, armor, and more, this book also features extensive commentary from the team that created the show.



The Making of Halo The Series: Hope, Heroism, Humanity is now available!



<a href="https://www.darkhorse.com/Books/3008-731/The-Making-of-Halo-The-Series-Hope-Heroism-Humanity-HC">Head over to Dark Horse to secure your copy.</a>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">PARTNERSHIPS</h2>



HALO x WAZE RETURNS



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There’s a galaxy out there that needs saving and the last thing you need is to be stuck in traffic during the Holidays!



Back by popular demand, the UNSC and Banished themes for the navigation app Waze have returned, featuring the voices of the Master Chief (voiced by Steve Downes) and War Chief Escharum (voiced by Darin De Paul).



Install the free Waze app, hop into your Warthog, and get to your destination safe and sound with the Halo experience.



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">RADAR BLIPS</h2>



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<li><a href="https://aka.ms/SpotlightDecember2024">SPOTLIGHT – DECEMBER 2024:</a> Our last Spotlight of the year, take a look at our latest round-up of artwork from the community!</li>



<li>WHISPERS FROM THE PYRE: Stay tuned for our final Waypoint Chronicle for the year which releases next week…</li>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">THE ARTIST’S CORNER</h2>



We’re cracking open the concept art vault to bring you a Halo 3 piece that hasn’t been seen before, specifically for the skybox of the multiplayer map Snowbound.



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Snowbound is set on a world known as Strilun IV, once inhabited by the Lifeworker rate who built vast rehabilitation complexes—the immense machinery of which can only be glimpsed through the glass floors of the Covenant bases. Sentry turrets surround the Covenant’s structures, controlled by semi-intelligent actuator plugs, maintaining their vigilant watch over horizon.



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That’s all, folks! We wish you a very happy Holidays—be safe, keep warm, and have fun playing Halo.



See you in 2025!