Halo 3 Equipment Lowdown
Halo 3 is not just about the weapons and the vehicles. There is a lot of equipment that you can use to make the game more interesting and may even add another layer to the combat experience. Learning about the equipment available to you will help you along with the game. It is important to remember that most of these objects work in a certain way that may cause you harm if used inappropriately.
Bubble Shield – what the bubble shield basically does is to create a bubble that does not allow the entry of fast moving projectiles (i.e. bullets and grenades) in or out of it. Keep in mind that when the bubble shields you, you are unable to fire at the opponents. The shield is able to block a few vehicles but not all. It is used as a cover when in open ground combat. Since a player cannot throw grenades or shoot bullets when you are in the shield, a player standing behind the shield is still afforded with cover from the front and at a same time retain the ability to deploy grenades and send them in an arch over the shield.
Deployable Cover – The deployable cover is a form of a directional shield that you can use as added cover during combat to protect against snipers. Unlike the bubble shield; a deployable cover allows you to shoot weapons from your side. It is important to note that a well placed sniper shot can easily take the cover down.
Flare – as its names suggest – the flare is a tool that emits a flash of light; in this case it is blinding to all who look at it. This tool is very useful when confusing enemies and planning a getaway.
Portable Gravity Lift – smaller more compact version of the gravity lift. It stays active for a while after it has been dropped. It is however vulnerable to attack and can be easily destroyed.
Power Drain – This tool emits an EMP like pulse that affects and disables enemy shields and cause vehicles to stop in their tracks
Radar Jammer – Looks similar the Power drainer, just that this one is red in color. It serves to confuse enemies who are relying on their radar. This equipment will show numerous false activities on the enemy’s monitors, appearing as rapidly moving red dots. It jams not only your enemies’ radar but also yours and your team mates, so use the radar jammer with that in mind to get the best results.
Regenerator – Considered as the opposite of the power drainers. The Regenerator raises the shields of players that access it. It is very useful when your health is near depleted because it is able to raise your shield in a heartbeat. This is very useful when using the Man Cannon as it may provide cover against snipers.
Trip Mine – This is basically a land mine that is triggered with pressure on sensors found on top of it. It is effective anti-vehicle and anti-person equipment. The trip mines gives off a very distinct sound when it is armed on the ground. Keep attuned to it so you can avoid it.