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[[File:Bulletin board compare.jpg|right|thumb|333px|The Bulletin Board on the ''Autumn's'' bridge in both ''[[Halo Combat Evolved]]'' and ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary|Anniversary]]''.]] | [[File:Bulletin board compare.jpg|right|thumb|333px|The Bulletin Board on the ''Autumn's'' bridge in both ''[[Halo Combat Evolved]]'' and ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary|Anniversary]]''.]] | ||
On the [[The Pillar of Autumn (Halo: Combat Evolved level)|first]] and [[The Maw|last]] of the ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]'' levels, a '''bulletin board''' can be found just outside the [[bridge]] of the ''[[UNSC Pillar of Autumn|Pillar of Autumn]]''.<ref>'''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]'''</ref> There are two versions of it featured within | On the [[The Pillar of Autumn (Halo: Combat Evolved level)|first]] and [[The Maw|last]] of the ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]'' levels, a '''bulletin board''' can be found just outside the [[bridge]] of the ''[[UNSC Pillar of Autumn|Pillar of Autumn]]''.<ref>'''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]'''</ref> There are two versions of it featured within ''Halo: Combat Evolved'' and in ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary|Anniversary]]''.<ref>[http://www.gamesradar.com/halo-combat-evolved-anniversary-review/ '''Gamesradar.com:''' ''Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary review'']</ref> | ||
==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
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Some of the [[list of "seven" references in Halo|seven]] messages on the bulletin boards look plausible, some are just silly, and still others are hidden [[:Category:Easter Eggs|Easter eggs]]. | Some of the [[list of "seven" references in Halo|seven]] messages on the bulletin boards look plausible, some are just silly, and still others are hidden [[:Category:Easter Eggs|Easter eggs]]. | ||
There are actually more bulletin boards on the ''Pillar of Autumn'', one being found on the mission, ''[[The Maw]]'', where there is a shattered board right through the cafeteria alongside two [[health pack|medical packs]] and an empty [[M90 Close Assault Weapon System|shotgun]]. | There are actually more bulletin boards on the ''Pillar of Autumn'', one being found on the mission, ''[[The Maw]]'', where there is a shattered board right through the cafeteria alongside two [[health pack|medical packs]] and an empty [[M90 Close Assault Weapon System|shotgun]], but the first is the only one with legible messages. | ||
One post on the board says: "Missing: Calico Cat: Answers to [[Jonesy]]" This is a reference to ''Alien'' and ''Aliens'', two movies that ''[[Halo universe|Halo]]'' draws inspiration from, to include the banter of a [[UNSC Marine Corps|Marine]] soldier. Jonesy was a Calico cat in the series and | One post on the board says: "Missing: Calico Cat: Answers to [[Jonesy]]" This is a reference to ''Alien'' and ''Aliens'', two movies that ''[[Halo universe|Halo]]'' draws inspiration from, to include the banter of a [[UNSC Marine Corps|Marine]] soldier. Jones, sometimes called Jonesy, was a Calico cat in the series and was a survivor of the first movie, along with Ripley. | ||
There is a picture of [[Earth]] from the Moon with the caption "Fight for Her" on it. This is likely a propaganda piece that was disseminated by the [[United Nations Space Command|UNSC]]. It also shows Africa, which may be a reference or foreshadowing to where the Ark's portal is hidden. | There is a picture of [[Earth]] from the Moon with the caption "Fight for Her" on it. This is likely a propaganda piece that was disseminated by the [[United Nations Space Command|UNSC]]. It also shows Africa, which may be a reference or foreshadowing to where the Ark's portal is hidden. | ||
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Appearing within the same location as ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]'', the board features new messages, new Easter eggs, a technologically upgraded appearance, and new references to ''[[Halo]]'' media. The board features a bar with the options "File, Edit, Object, Window, Help." | Appearing within the same location as ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]'', the board features new messages, new Easter eggs, a technologically upgraded appearance, and new references to ''[[Halo]]'' media. The board features a bar with the options "File, Edit, Object, Window, Help." | ||
One of the posts | One of the posts parallels the original version of the board's notice alerting that Jonesy is missing. In this version, a cat is noted to have been found. The "cat" in the notice's photo also clearly appears to be an [[Wikipedia:Opossum|Opossum]]. The handwritten poster reads: | ||
''Cat Found!!!<br/> | ''Cat Found!!!<br/> | ||
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*''If she's yours, call Dan <u>714-</u>''[redacted] | *''If she's yours, call Dan <u>714-</u>''[redacted] | ||
Next to this post is a notice asking "Have you seen my goose? He is missing. Reward offered." This is another reference | Next to this post is a notice asking "Have you seen my goose? He is missing. Reward offered." This is another reference to Jonesy. In the picture, the goose has laid a golden egg. | ||
Another one of the posts displayed on the board includes a distinct reference to the "[[Unidentified planet|Legendary planet]]" which is featured within [[Halo 3]]'s ending and is to be featured in [[Halo 4]]. The poster advertises "Sneak Preview Night" to a new film called ''Dark Planetoid Rising'' - "[[7|7pm]] Friday, Aft Theater [No reserved seats]" - a reference to [http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=9274467&postcount=33832 a 2008 NeoGAF meme]. The poster for the advertisement is a direct screenshot of the Legendary planet. | Another one of the posts displayed on the board includes a distinct reference to the "[[Unidentified planet|Legendary planet]]" which is featured within [[Halo 3]]'s ending and is to be featured in [[Halo 4]]. The poster advertises "Sneak Preview Night" to a new film called ''Dark Planetoid Rising'' - "[[7|7pm]] Friday, Aft Theater [No reserved seats]" - a reference to [http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=9274467&postcount=33832 a 2008 NeoGAF meme]. The poster for the advertisement is a direct screenshot of the Legendary planet. | ||
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''Saturday 1600 hours'' | ''Saturday 1600 hours'' | ||
The [[Defiant Map Pack]]'s promotional image can be seen within the top-right corner, declaring "Defy the Covenant. | The [[Defiant Map Pack]]'s promotional image can be seen within the top-right corner, declaring "Defy the Covenant", in parallel to the original propaganda poster. | ||
Beneath that a small poster advertises: | Beneath that a small poster advertises: | ||
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{{Easter Egg}} | {{Easter Egg}} | ||
[[Category:Halo: Combat Evolved Easter Eggs]] | [[Category:Halo: Combat Evolved Easter Eggs]] | ||
Revision as of 13:47, September 6, 2012
On the first and last of the Halo: Combat Evolved levels, a bulletin board can be found just outside the bridge of the Pillar of Autumn.[1] There are two versions of it featured within Halo: Combat Evolved and in Anniversary.[2]
Overview
Halo: Combat Evolved
Some of the seven messages on the bulletin boards look plausible, some are just silly, and still others are hidden Easter eggs.
There are actually more bulletin boards on the Pillar of Autumn, one being found on the mission, The Maw, where there is a shattered board right through the cafeteria alongside two medical packs and an empty shotgun, but the first is the only one with legible messages.
One post on the board says: "Missing: Calico Cat: Answers to Jonesy" This is a reference to Alien and Aliens, two movies that Halo draws inspiration from, to include the banter of a Marine soldier. Jones, sometimes called Jonesy, was a Calico cat in the series and was a survivor of the first movie, along with Ripley.
There is a picture of Earth from the Moon with the caption "Fight for Her" on it. This is likely a propaganda piece that was disseminated by the UNSC. It also shows Africa, which may be a reference or foreshadowing to where the Ark's portal is hidden.
There is also a note reading:
For Sale:
Pentium XI 33 GF
Chicago Office
Colony Ship
*7 Speed Manual transmission.
Hyde Park Condo
Integrity
This is a reference to Bungie being bought by Microsoft. It mentions the location of Bungie's old office, as well as referencing a stage in Marathon, entitled Colony Ship for Sale: Cheap.
There is a sign that says: "Marines keep it clean! Clean your area, toss your filth, put away your trash." The term "Keep it Clean" would later become the catchphrase of a Halo 3: ODST character, the Superintendent, and is the name of a trailer for the game.
Another says: "Duty roster Pillar Of Autumn" with some illegible writing which is supposedly the duty roster.
One says: "Marines scooters are for squirts, no scooters on deck."
Another reads: "Attention marines, callbacks for South Pacific" and the rest is cut off by a keyboardish item. It is likely that this is a reference to the musical, South Pacific.
Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary
Appearing within the same location as Halo: Combat Evolved, the board features new messages, new Easter eggs, a technologically upgraded appearance, and new references to Halo media. The board features a bar with the options "File, Edit, Object, Window, Help."
One of the posts parallels the original version of the board's notice alerting that Jonesy is missing. In this version, a cat is noted to have been found. The "cat" in the notice's photo also clearly appears to be an Opossum. The handwritten poster reads:
Cat Found!!!
Light tan w/ black and grey
- Fe-male
- No collar
- Not very friendly, I think she might be scared
- Not house broken either :(
- Found on 75th
- If she's yours, call Dan 714-[redacted]
Next to this post is a notice asking "Have you seen my goose? He is missing. Reward offered." This is another reference to Jonesy. In the picture, the goose has laid a golden egg.
Another one of the posts displayed on the board includes a distinct reference to the "Legendary planet" which is featured within Halo 3's ending and is to be featured in Halo 4. The poster advertises "Sneak Preview Night" to a new film called Dark Planetoid Rising - "7pm Friday, Aft Theater [No reserved seats]" - a reference to a 2008 NeoGAF meme. The poster for the advertisement is a direct screenshot of the Legendary planet.
If one look even closer, an image of the Internet meme Trollface can be seen to the bottom-left.
A notice below that displays a promotion for a band called Fist of the Unicorn:
Special encore performance by ship's band
Fist of the Unicorn
Featuring: SPC Van Kalletta on lead guitarz
(and replacement drummer PFC Dimitrov)
Rockin' your Eridanus off
Main Hangar
Saturday 1600 hours
The Defiant Map Pack's promotional image can be seen within the top-right corner, declaring "Defy the Covenant", in parallel to the original propaganda poster.
Beneath that a small poster advertises:
Work 4 Hire
any job
2 weeks
[Is easy]
The final poster is an order to the crew.
NOTICE
To All Crew Members:
>>All unit VTARS must be submitted for final approval by 0700 every Tuesday.
Units in VTAR noncompliance will be subjected to additional review by <FRANCH INSPECTOR>.
Maj. Cammarano <<
This notice will serve as your final reminder.
Sources
See also
