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{{Ship | {{Ship | ||
|image=[[File:GremlinHW.png|250px]] | |image=[[File:GremlinHW.png|250px]] | ||
|name=Gremlin | |name=Gremlin Combat Support Vehicle | ||
|manufacturer= | |manufacturer=United Nations Space Command | ||
|line= | |line= | ||
|model= | |model= | ||
|class=Combat | |class=Combat support vehicle | ||
|length= | |length= | ||
|width= | |width= | ||
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|avionics= | |avionics= | ||
|countermeasures= | |countermeasures= | ||
|armament= | |armament=[[X23 NNEMP Cannon]] | ||
|complement= | |complement= | ||
|crew=* | |crew=*One driver | ||
* | *One gunner | ||
|skeleton= | |skeleton= | ||
|passengers= | |passengers= | ||
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|othersystems= | |othersystems= | ||
|firstuse= | |firstuse= | ||
|role=Combat | |role=Combat support vehicle | ||
|era=[[Human-Covenant War]] | |era=[[Human-Covenant War]] | ||
|affiliation=[[United Nations Space Command|UNSC]] | |affiliation=[[United Nations Space Command|UNSC]] | ||
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==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
The '''Gremlin''' is a combat support vehicle used by the UNSC Marine Corps | The '''Gremlin''' is a combat support vehicle used by the [[UNSC Marine Corps]] during the early years of the [[Human-Covenant War]]. It is armed with a roof-mounted [[X23 NNEMP Cannon]].<ref>http://halo.xbox.com/halowars/index.html?fbid=7d3b-Io5mXm</ref> The Gremlin is a special-purpose vehicle with the ability to temporarily disable [[vehicles]] with its [[electromagnetic pulse]] weapon. The Gremlin is also effective at disabling enemy bases and structures. However, it is vulnerable against infantry, as its EMP ability has no effect against them. | ||
Like the [[SP42 Cobra]], the Gremlin features a six-tire drive system, with two at the front and the other four toward the rear. The driver sits in the front of the vehicle; instead of having a window to see through, the Gremlin features a one-way screen similar to the [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor|MJOLNIR armor]]'s faceplate. The weaponry is mounted on top of the vehicle, allowing it to target and fire more easily. | |||
Like the [[SP42 | |||
==Cost and | ==In-game information== | ||
In the campaign, the Gremlin is used to weaken the tractor beams in the level ''[[Shield World (level)|Shield World]]''. In [[skirmish]] and multiplayer, the Gremlin serves as [[Ellen Anders|Professor Ellen Anders']] unique unit and is produced at the [[station]]. Although the Gremlin's weapon initially has no effect against infantry units, it can become fairly dangerous against infantry when the Focus Lens upgrade is researched. Strangely, the Gremlin's EMP weapon is reasonably effective against Flood units and structures. | |||
===Cost and upgrades=== | |||
[[File:200px-UnknownAFV.jpg|thumb|right|140px|The Gremlin as shown in ''[[Halo Wars]]''.]] | [[File:200px-UnknownAFV.jpg|thumb|right|140px|The Gremlin as shown in ''[[Halo Wars]]''.]] | ||
'''Resources''': 200 | '''Resources''': 200 | ||
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==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
*The "Gremlin" moniker is a reference to the [[wikipedia:Gremlin|folkloric creature of the same name]], which aviators sometimes jokingly claim cause mechanical problems in aircraft. | |||
*The "Gremlin" moniker is a reference to the [[wikipedia:Gremlin|folkloric creature of the same name]], which aviators sometimes jokingly claim cause mechanical problems in aircraft. | *The Gremlin is similar in appearance to the cut "[[Cougar]]" unit, and was likely inspired by it. | ||
* | *The Gremlin is one two known UNSC vehicles that are named after mythological creatures, the other being the [[Cyclops]]. | ||
==List of appearances== | ==List of appearances== | ||
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{{UNSC vehicles}} | {{UNSC vehicles}} | ||
[[Category:UNSC Vehicles]] | [[Category:UNSC Vehicles]] | ||
[[Category:UNSC]] | [[Category:UNSC]] | ||
[[Category:Vehicles]] | [[Category:Vehicles]] | ||
Revision as of 19:50, November 18, 2010
Overview
The Gremlin is a combat support vehicle used by the UNSC Marine Corps during the early years of the Human-Covenant War. It is armed with a roof-mounted X23 NNEMP Cannon.[1] The Gremlin is a special-purpose vehicle with the ability to temporarily disable vehicles with its electromagnetic pulse weapon. The Gremlin is also effective at disabling enemy bases and structures. However, it is vulnerable against infantry, as its EMP ability has no effect against them.
Like the SP42 Cobra, the Gremlin features a six-tire drive system, with two at the front and the other four toward the rear. The driver sits in the front of the vehicle; instead of having a window to see through, the Gremlin features a one-way screen similar to the MJOLNIR armor's faceplate. The weaponry is mounted on top of the vehicle, allowing it to target and fire more easily.
In-game information
In the campaign, the Gremlin is used to weaken the tractor beams in the level Shield World. In skirmish and multiplayer, the Gremlin serves as Professor Ellen Anders' unique unit and is produced at the station. Although the Gremlin's weapon initially has no effect against infantry units, it can become fairly dangerous against infantry when the Focus Lens upgrade is researched. Strangely, the Gremlin's EMP weapon is reasonably effective against Flood units and structures.
Cost and upgrades
File:200px-UnknownAFV.jpg
The Gremlin as shown in Halo Wars.
Resources: 200
Minimum Tech Level: 2
Population Count: 2
Upgrades:
- Focusing Lens: Enhances laser attack's range and damage. 200 resources and tech level of two.
- Chain Amplifier: EMP special ability can now hit up to three targets. 450 resources and tech level of three.
Trivia
- The "Gremlin" moniker is a reference to the folkloric creature of the same name, which aviators sometimes jokingly claim cause mechanical problems in aircraft.
- The Gremlin is similar in appearance to the cut "Cougar" unit, and was likely inspired by it.
- The Gremlin is one two known UNSC vehicles that are named after mythological creatures, the other being the Cyclops.
