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Welcome to the forums Pretorian. Make yourself at home and take the time to look around. You won't find a friendlier forum in the intergalactic universe.

Yes....sexy is my middle name! The member above me, though new, is fitting right in the the forums. The member below me has a lisp and deliberately uses words with a lot of "S's"!

Yes, eventually I will list all and accept the help with some of the more obscure ones.

I will be listing a complete list of Halo books and related materials along with the accepted sites that are regarded by the Halo fans and community as authorities on information. The encyclopedia is broken up into eleven chapters, which cover everything from a timeline, to the cultures of the universe, to the Human-Covenant War, technology, and weapons. Generally speaking, it's quite in-depth and encompasses most of the content seen up until it's publication. This is a very important point, because this is supposed to be the "Definitive Guide" to all things Halo, except that it's not. In truth, this "definitive" claim became quite false only about a month later with the publication of Halo: Evolutions. When humanity expanded beyond the safety of Earth to new stars and horizons, they never dreamed what dangers they would encounter there. When the alien juggernaut known as the Covenant declared holy war upon the fragile human empire, millions of lives were lost—but, millions of heroes rose to the challenge. In such a far-reaching conflict, not many of the stories of these heroes, both human and alien, have a chance to become legend. This collection holds eleven stories that dive into the depths of the vast Halo universe, not only from the perspective of those who fought and died to save humanity, but also those who vowed to wipe humanity out of existence. HALO: FALL OF REACH! It is a question that man has long asked—are we alone in the universe? This
February, the United Nations Space Command learns the answer to that question… and unfortunately, the answer is NO. Catch the beginning of the struggle between Man and Covenant in this epic series based on the novel by Eric Nylund, adapted by Brian Reed, and brought brilliantly to life by Felix Ruiz! Reach has fallen. The Covenant War rages on. Humanity's last hope lies with the crew of the Pillar of Autumn—The indomitable Captain Jacob Keyes, Staff Sergeant Avery Johnson, the AI Cortana, hundreds of fearless Marines . . . and Spartan 117- The Master Chief. Having barely escaped the battle for Reach, the crew of the Pillar of Autumn is forced to make a jump into Slipspace in hopes of evading the vast alien alliance hell-bent on wiping out humanity. But their destination brings them to an ancient mystery and an even greater struggle. Reach fell, and when hope seemed lost, humanity stood face-to-face with the possible extinction of all life in the galaxy and lived to tell the tale. But that was just one epic battle, and the war rages on . . . The Covenant shows no mercy as they continue to assault every human world they can find, but in their way lies humanity’s great champion, Spartan-117, the Master Chief. Together with his AI companion Cortana and the last remaining Spartans, the fight continues on two fronts. One takes a crew of Spartans to the charred surface of Reach, the only planet they’ve ever known as home. But beneath the surface, Dr. Halsey has discovered an ancient secret…one that could alter the course of the war. The SPARTAN-II program has gone public. Tales of super-soldiers fending off thousands of Covenant attacks has become the stuff of legend. But just how many Spartans are left? While the Master Chief defends a besieged Earth, and the myriad factions of the Covenant continue their crusade to eliminate humanity, an ultra-secret cell of the Office of Naval Intelligence known as "Section Three" devises a plan to buy the UNSC vital time. They're going to need hundreds of willing soldiers, though...and one more Spartan to get the job done. Planet Onyx is virtually abandoned and the perfect place to set this new plan in motion. When the Master Chief destroys Halo, however, something is triggered deep within Onyx. Action begins to boil and the Ancient Forerunner technology stirs. Armadas of UNSC and Covenant race to claim the Forerunner secrets in order to change the course of the Human-Covenant war. But this reawakened and ancient force may have plans of its own... Halo: Cryptum: Book One of the Forerunner Saga 100,000 years ago, the galaxy was populated by a great variety of beings. But one species--eons beyond all others in both technology and knowledge--achieved dominance. They ruled in peace but met opposition with quick and brutal effectiveness. They were the Forerunners--the keepers of the Mantle, the next stage of life in the Universe’s Living Time. And then they vanished. This is their story. Halo Uprising #1 The Eisner Award-winning team of superscribe Brian Michael Bendis and artist extraordinaire Alex Maleev unleash an epic story of mankind's struggle against the alien threat of the Covenant. Picking up from the conclusion of blockbuster video game Halo 2, the must-read issue reveals how the Master Chief, while onboard a hostile ship headed towards Earth, is battling against Covenant forces! Intertwined with Master Chief's interstellar one-man-war is the saga of a great American city's rebellion and downfall, two disparate lives' collision and shared fate, and the Convenant's hunt for an ancient relic of untold power and value. With hope dwindling and the fate of humanity hanging by a thread, is there any chance for a future? Read this debut issue to start the journey into the Halo universe! Halo Uprising #2 The Eisner Award-winning team of Brian Michael Bendis and Alex Maleev unveil a new chapter in the Halo mythos. Master Chief is captured and interrogated by Covenant forces. While back on Earth, a star-crossed human couple tries to stay alive as every single thing they hold dear is taken from them. Earth is falling to alien invaders, and no one knows what or where the mysterious artifact known as "the Key" is. The human race is at the brink of destruction---can the bravery of a few turn the tide? Halo Uprising #3 The Earth is burning!!! Humans are running for their lives, caught in a war they did not start. How can two star-crossed lovers find their way to happiness when everything and everyone they knew is being destroyed around them?? And will the Master Chief discover the mysterious “key” that could end the war in time to save what is left of humanity? Halo Uprising #4 Here it is -- the blistering conclusion to HALO: UPRISING!!! The story that connects the video games: Halo 2 and Halo 3. Find out where Master Chief has been and where he is going, before you pick up an Xbox 360 controller and finish the fight. Meanwhile, Earth is under siege -- the human resistance is faced with impossible odds with no hope in sight against the overwhelming Covenant forces. Be there to see the event that may turn the tide of the entire war. From the creative collaboration of the Eisner Award-winning creative team of Brian Michael Bendis and Alex Maleev (New Avengers, Daredevil) comes the final issue of this explosive interstellar epic arc! Halo Wars: Genesis Halo Wars: Genesis is graphic novel that is included in Limited Collector's Edition of the game. The novel centers around the Spirit of Fire on a mission to discover why the Covenant are so interested in the human colony world of Harvest. Halo: Primordium Halo: Primordium is the second novel in The Forerunner Saga by Greg Bear and is the sequel to Halo: Cryptum. It was released on January 3, 2012, with an audio edition released simultaneously. More titles and materials will follow. Imagery and explanation of topic was gathered from these sources: halo.wikia.com readyuplive.com

It was not missed by me at least. I have seen and heard other references that have some type of religious connotation. We, for the most part, are a religious people. Even those who do not practice any religious endeavors will sometimes use these references because they are relevant and socially understood and used terms. They can draw great emotional feelings and response from our subconscious. I don't feel there is any need to read too much into these references. Just my opinion.

As you all well know I have taken no time to spend on the "Johhny" story due to my moderator promotion. It takes a lot of time to do what we have to do as moderators. I apologize to those who enjoyed and followed the story so far. Finding time to be creative while doing what is needed to be done does not come easy. I just wanted to let those who enjoyed or cared for this story to know I have not abandoned it.

Being that the Official Movie thread was right below your OP I am going to lock this one Tribal. Sorry, but any news you can find would be greatly appreciated. Quint you link works fine and thank you!

- Rolling Stones

Very nice Bobo, wish I had this when I went through the first time! I had this one thought when playing the campaign, "Dying is no way to make a living boy!". lol

Okay! Let's set a date and get this done! I want to eat up some lowly members! Yum Yum! Me hungry. Let's do it!

I will be there! I should be on earlier myself.

Choot'em you have my full support and you have my full attention. Just let me know what I can do to support you.

This thread has been moved to the appropriate forum.There are some interesting ideas here, nice work.

Hey Tank....welcome back.

Mayhem you know my heart and prayers are with you on you next steps in life. You will always have a friend in me and always have the spirit walking with you through life. Until we meet again...........

It will stay "The" dedicated thread. There will be a listing of the current MOM, offering what they brought to the forums that granted them the status. The past members of the month will be listed with their dates of holding the position.

Welcome back John, I know you have been busy, but your return is well timed. We have a new trailer coming and some new info that needs your eagle eyes.

The Member of the Month is chosen by the staff and needs to be that way. This is not a popularity contest but more of a compliment to the members who stand out for what they offer the community.

I have not heard anything yet,but will research this when I can. Thanks for the OP.

Choot'em this was pinned, I have no idea who unpinned it.

Go back and edit in a poll in your original posting of this question, it already has responses.

Solitary for me for right now. Still have not had a lot of time in the new maps yet, may change my mind later though.

Welcome to the forums.....kick up your feet and get comfortable.

That is how I see it as well.

Nope!