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Template:Book Info The Halo Uprising series was announced at the NY Comicon 2007. The first issue was pushed back for an unknown reason from July 18, 2007 to August 22, 2007. The Halo Uprising Series is a 40 page, 4 issue, comic series, with full color that is meant to bridge the gap between Halo 2 and Halo 3. The comic book series are published by Marvel Comics. All release dates are to be considered highly tentative and delays are highly probable.

Issue #1 (first edition) of Halo Uprising sold out in less than 24 hours. Due to its popularity they have become rare and are selling in comic book stores for anywhere from $7.00 to $12.00. Graded copies are priced at $65.00 on Amazon.com. A second edition was also printed. It has a black-and-white cover but the inside contents are in color.

Issue #2's release was put off for nearly 3 months. It was finally released on November 21st, 2007.

Issue #3 has been delayed yet again and is set for release on May 28, 2008.

Issue #4 has also been delayed, now set for June 18, 2008.

Under the Xbox live Market Place, there is a Halo Uprising Gamer Theme. It costs 150 Microsoft Points.

As of mid-October 2007, Amazon.com (possibly along with other online retailers) is taking preorders on a single-volume hardcover collection of the series. It's listed under ISBN 978-0-785-12838-0.[1]

Issue #1 Summary

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Back cover of Halo: Uprising issue #1

Official Marvel Summary: 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 on board 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 desperate lives' collision and shared fate, and the Covenant'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!

Issue #2 Summary

Halo: Uprising #2 Cover

Official Marvel Summary: 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?

Issue #3 Summary

Halo: Uprising #3 Cover

Official Marvel Summary: 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?

Issue #4 Summary

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Halo:Uprising #4 Front Cover.

Official Marvel Summary: 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! you have made a good ponit

Author Quotes/Information

"We get to fill the story for Master Chief in between Halo 2 and 3. We get Master Chief from the end of that story to the beginning of the new one."
"...new characters down on Earth that will allow a fresh perspective on the human level to the near holocaust that is taking place on Earth."
"...can enjoy what they are reading without needing anything else but the book in their hand."
"...honor the die hard fans with references and nods to the games and novels."
"...you will see plenty of Master Chief in every issue."
"The (American) city is an important key city to the war on Earth."
Q:"How much of this civil war plays into your Covenant-based plot?"

A:"Not too much. It is referenced but it's not really the focus of the story."

Q:"Will the Flood and/or Gravemind be involved? Will Cortana?"

A:"I can't say much about the Flood for now, but Cortana and the Master Chief were separated at the end of Halo 2, and our story is with him - so no Cortana."

"Cliffhangers galore from issue to issue. But the story itself should have some resolution and a lot of hope for the future Halo stories."

Quotes and entire interview on IGN can be found below.

Credits

Alex Maleev - Covers, Penciling, Inking
Matt Hollingsworth - Coloring
Chris Eliopoulos - Lettering
Brian Michael Bendis -Author

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-'''''Halo: Uprising''''' is a four-issue American comic book limited series set in the ''[[Halo]]'' universe. The run, published by [[Marvel Comics]], tells the story between the ending of ''[[Halo 2]]'' and the beginning of ''[[Halo 3]]''. The first issue was released on August 22, 2007, but due to the high number of delays, this was more than a month after the original date. The second issue was released on November 21, and the third and fourth issues are due to be released in 2008. The story was written by Brian Michael Bendis, and illustrated by Alex Maleev.
+The '''Halo Uprising''' series was announced at the NY Comicon 2007. The first issue was pushed back for an unknown reason from July 18, 2007 to August 22, 2007. The Halo Uprising Series is a 40 page, 4 issue, comic series, with full color that is meant to bridge the gap between [[Halo 2]] and [[Halo 3]]. The comic book series are published by [[Marvel Comics]].  All release dates are to be considered highly tentative and delays are highly probable.
-The series was brought together by Ruwan Jayatilleke, who landed the license to publish ''Halo'' comics, including the one-shot ''[[Halo Graphic Novel]]'' in 2005.<ref name="ruwan interview"/> Jayatilleke also served as the series' editor.<ref name="ruwan interview">{{cite web|url=http://www.comicbookresources.com/news/newsitem.cgi?id=12448|title=Comic Book Resources Interview: Ruwan Jayatilleke|accessdate=2007-12-10|date=[[2007-11-22]]|author=Manning, Shaun|work=comicbookresources.com}}</ref> Brian Michael Bendis, writer for the series, said in an interview he was "honored" to add to the ''Halo'' lore.<ref>{{cite web|author=George, Richard|date=2007-07-20|url=http://comics.ign.com/articles/806/806830p1.html|title=Halo: Uprising Issue #1 Preview|work=[[IGN]]|accessdate=2007-08-31}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://comics.ign.com/articles/789/789811p1.html|title=Exclusive Interview - Halo: Uprising|date=[[2007-05-18]]|author=George, Richard|work=[[IGN]]|accessdate=2007-12-10}}</ref> Reception to the series was lukewarm, with the artistic style usually praised. On the other hand, the lack of [[Master Chief (Halo)|Master Chief]]-focused action and character development -as well as the delays in publishing- led to average reviews.
+Issue #1 (first edition) of Halo Uprising sold out in less than 24 hours. Due to its popularity they have become rare and are selling in comic book stores for anywhere from $7.00 to $12.00. Graded copies are priced at $65.00 on Amazon.com. A second edition was also printed. It has a black-and-white cover but the inside contents are in color.
-==Plot==
+Issue #2's release was put off for nearly 3 months. It was finally released on November 21st, 2007.
-===[[Halo: Uprising Issue 1|Issue #1]]===
+Issue #3 has been delayed yet again and is set for release on May 28, 2008.
+Issue #4 has also been delayed, now set for June 18, 2008.
+Under the Xbox live Market Place, there is a Halo Uprising Gamer Theme. It costs 150 Microsoft Points.
+As of mid-October 2007, Amazon.com (possibly along with other online retailers) is taking preorders on a single-volume hardcover collection of the series. It's listed under ISBN 978-0-785-12838-0.[http://www.amazon.com/Halo-Uprising/dp/0785128387/]
+== [[Halo: Uprising Issue 1|Issue #1]] Summary ==
 [[Image:Back_cover.jpg|left|thumb|84px|Back cover of Halo: Uprising issue #1]]
-The story picks up right after the events of  ''[[Halo 2]]'', and follows three concurrent storylines as the Human-Covenant War escalates.  The first concerns the [[Master Chief (Halo)|Master Chief]] aboard the [[Forerunner]] ship he stowed away on after leaving ''[[High Charity]]''.  On course for Earth, the Chief is rendered unconscious and captured by an overwhelming Covenant strike force. Meanwhile, on Mars [[Colonel James Ackerson]] is being tortured by Covenant forces, to whom he betrays the existence of something called "The Key of Osanalan." Further abuse forces him to give up Cleveland, Ohio as the location of the Key. In Cleveland, the narrative follows the point of view of a hotel worker observing in horror the siege of the city. In the mayhem he meets a woman trying to keep her wits about her, while he edges closer and closer to all out panic. As they and the populace of the city are rounded up and herded into a local sports stadium, he reveals to his new companion that not only does he know what the key is, but also where it is located.
 '''Official Marvel Summary:'''
 ''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 on board 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 desperate lives' collision and shared fate, and the Covenant'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 Issue 2|Issue #2]]===
+== [[Halo: Uprising Issue 2|Issue #2]] Summary ==
 [[Image:Jun072119d.jpg|left|thumb|141px|Halo: Uprising #2 Cover]]
-[[Master Chief (Halo)|Master Chief]] is captured and interrogated by [[Covenant (Halo)|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?
 '''Official Marvel Summary:'''
 ''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 Issue 3|Issue #3]]===
+== [[Halo: Uprising Issue 3|Issue #3]] Summary ==
 [[Image:Halo-Uprising Cover 3.jpg|right|thumb|141px|Halo: Uprising #3 Cover]]
-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 (Halo)|Master Chief]] discover the mysterious “key” that could end the war in time to save what is left of humanity?
 '''Official Marvel Summary:'''
 ''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 Issue 4|Issue #4]]===
-[[Image:1209143883 Chief in Cleveland.PNG|thumb|left|Halo:Uprising #4 Front Cover.]]
-This issue provides the conclusion to the ''Halo: Uprising'' series. Find out where [[Master Chief (Halo)|Master Chief]] has been and where he is going. Meanwhile, Earth is under siege, the human resistance is faced with impossible odds with no hope in sight against the overwhelming [[Covenant (Halo)|Covenant]] forces. See the events that may turn the tide of the entire war.
-'''Official Marvel Summary:''' ''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!''
-you have made a good ponit
-==Reception==
-Reception to the miniseries varied. Publications praised the action sequences and visuals.<ref name="sb rev1">{{cite web|url=http://www.silverbulletcomicbooks.com/reviews/118790296899322.htm|title= Silver Bullets Review- Halo: Uprising #1|work=silverbulletcomicbooks.com|accessdate=2007-12-10|date=[[2007-08-23]]|author=Powers, Kevin}}</ref><ref name="ign rev1">{{cite web|url=http://comics.ign.com/articles/814/814538p1.html|title= IGN - Halo: Uprising #1|work=[[IGN]]|accessdate=2007-12-10|date=[[2007-08-22]]|author=George, Richard}}</ref> Publications also criticized the lack of Master Chief as a main character, similar to the response to the ''[[Halo Graphic Novel]]''; IGN stated that "Master Chief is barely a guest star in his own book".<ref name="ign rev2">{{cite web|url=http://comics.ign.com/articles/836/836692p1.html|title= IGN - Halo: Uprising #2|work=[[IGN]]|accessdate=2007-12-10|date=[[2007-11-22]]|author=Schedeen, Jesse}}</ref>
-==Delays==
-Due to a last minute change in a major plot point of [[Halo 3]] by creators [[Bungie Studios]], it was decided that the plot for Halo: Uprising needed reworking. {{Fact|date=May 2008}} However, due to writer Brian Michael Bendis's concurrent work on the Secret Invasion series, the release of all issues of Halo: Uprising was pushed back.
-Issue #1's original date of 08/15/07 was pushed back a week to 08/22/07, which was met. #2's original date of 08/29/07 was pushed back a couple times and released on 11/21/07. #3 was originally slated for a 09/26/07 release but has been pushed back almost ten times to its current expected release of 05/28/08. #4 has also seen a similar number of delays from its original 10/31/07 release, to its current expected release on 07/09/08.
+== [[Halo: Uprising Issue 4|Issue #4]] Summary ==
+[[Image:1209143883 Chief in Cleveland.PNG|thumb|left|Halo:Uprising #4 Front Cover.]]
+'''Official Marvel Summary:''' ''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!''
+you have made a good ponit
 == Author Quotes/Information ==
 *"We get to fill the story for Master Chief in between Halo 2 and 3. We get Master Chief from the end of that story to the beginning of the new one."
 *"...new characters down on Earth that will allow a fresh perspective on the human level to the near holocaust that is taking place on Earth."