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==Overview==
==Overview==
The MA5D assault rifle is an air-cooled, [[Wikipedia:Gas-operated reloading|gas-operated]], magazine-fed, fully automatic bullpup rifle that fires standard [[M118 Full Metal Jacket Armor-Piercing|7.62x51mm FMJ-AP ammunition]] from a 32-round detachable box magazine.<ref name="h4portal">[http://halo.xbox.com/halo4#!an-epic-universe/ordnance-armor/cbbca9b3-5108-41aa-aa21-9b523de68266'''Halo 4 Official Site''': ''Ordnance + Armor'']</ref> It possesses a built-in ammunition indicator and magnetic compass for orientation similar to that of all other MA5 series rifles. It bears few design differences from the [[MA5C assault rifle|MA5C]] apart from an integrated muzzle brake.
The MA5D assault rifle is an air-cooled, [[Wikipedia:Gas-operated reloading|gas-operated]], magazine-fed, fully automatic bullpup rifle that fires standard [[M118 Full Metal Jacket Armor-Piercing|7.62x51mm FMJ-AP ammunition]] from a 32- or 36-round detachable box magazine.<ref name="h4portal">[http://halo.xbox.com/halo4#!an-epic-universe/ordnance-armor/cbbca9b3-5108-41aa-aa21-9b523de68266'''Halo 4 Official Site''': ''Ordnance + Armor'']</ref><ref name="universe"/> It possesses a built-in ammunition indicator and magnetic compass for orientation similar to that of all other MA5 series rifles. It bears few noticeable design differences from the [[MA5C assault rifle|MA5C]] apart from an integrated muzzle brake.


The MA5D ICWS was in limited service use as early as [[2525]] when it was issued to officer cadets, drill instructors, and security personnel at the [[Corbulo Academy of Military Science]], as well as [[SPARTAN-II program|Spartan]] [[Blue Team]].<ref>'''Halo 4: Forward Unto Dawn'''</ref><ref>[http://halo.xbox.com/Content/assets/en-us/Podcast/343Sparkast_014.mp3 '''343 Sparkast 014''']</ref><ref name="TFOR">'''[[Halo: The Fall of Reach - The Animated Series]]'''</ref> It saw continued use throughout the war, though the MA5's [[MA5B assault rifle|''B'']] and ''C'' variants remained more common.<ref>'''Halo 4''', ''[[Prologue]]''</ref><ref>''Halo: Initiation'', Issue 1</ref><ref>''Halo: Escalation'', Issue 7</ref> By [[2557]] the MA5D had become standard issue. It is now favored due to its ruggedness and ability to withstand the conditions that are often faced on frontier [[human colonies|colonies]].<ref name="H4VG"/>
The MA5D ICWS was in limited service use as early as [[2525]] when it was issued to officer cadets, drill instructors, and security personnel at the [[Corbulo Academy of Military Science]], as well as [[SPARTAN-II program|Spartan]] [[Blue Team]].<ref>'''Halo 4: Forward Unto Dawn'''</ref><ref>[http://halo.xbox.com/Content/assets/en-us/Podcast/343Sparkast_014.mp3 '''343 Sparkast 014''']</ref><ref name="TFOR">'''[[Halo: The Fall of Reach - The Animated Series]]'''</ref> It saw continued use throughout the war, though the MA5's [[MA5B assault rifle|''B'']] and ''C'' variants remained more common.<ref>'''Halo 4''', ''[[Prologue]]''</ref><ref>''Halo: Initiation'', Issue 1</ref><ref>''Halo: Escalation'', Issue 7</ref> By [[2557]] the MA5D had become standard issue. It is now favored due to its ruggedness and ability to withstand the conditions that are often faced on frontier [[human colonies|colonies]].<ref name="H4VG"/>
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===Changes from ''Halo 2: Anniversary'' to ''Halo 5: Guardians''===
===Changes from ''Halo 2: Anniversary'' to ''Halo 5: Guardians''===
*Can now be zoomed in using the [[Spartan abilities#Smart Scope|Smart Scope]] and have its bloom reduced at the cost of added recoil
*Can now be zoomed in using the [[Spartan abilities#Smart Scope|Smart Scope]] and have its bloom and max spread reduced at the cost of added recoil
*Smaller reticle/higher accuracy
*Faster bloom regeneration
*The magazine size has been increased from 32 rounds to 36
*Magazine size increased from 32 rounds to 36
*Reload speed slightly increased
*Reload speed slightly increased
*Headshots now deal 2x damage on unshielded targets.
*Headshots now deal 2x damage on unshielded targets
*Increased damage, killing in 12-15 rounds, depending on the headshot bonus.
*Increased damage, killing in 13-15 rounds, depending on the headshot bonus


===''Halo Online''===
===''Halo Online''===

Revision as of 11:26, January 16, 2016

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The MA5D Individual Combat Weapon System (ICWS) is an assault rifle used by the United Nations Space Command. Like the rest of the MA5 series, the MA5D is designed and manufactured by Misriah Armory.[1]

Overview

The MA5D assault rifle is an air-cooled, gas-operated, magazine-fed, fully automatic bullpup rifle that fires standard 7.62x51mm FMJ-AP ammunition from a 32- or 36-round detachable box magazine.[2][3] It possesses a built-in ammunition indicator and magnetic compass for orientation similar to that of all other MA5 series rifles. It bears few noticeable design differences from the MA5C apart from an integrated muzzle brake.

The MA5D ICWS was in limited service use as early as 2525 when it was issued to officer cadets, drill instructors, and security personnel at the Corbulo Academy of Military Science, as well as Spartan Blue Team.[4][5][6] It saw continued use throughout the war, though the MA5's B and C variants remained more common.[7][8][9] By 2557 the MA5D had become standard issue. It is now favored due to its ruggedness and ability to withstand the conditions that are often faced on frontier colonies.[10]

In October 2558, the MA5D is often fielded with a Projection Sight.

Variants

Recon MA5D

Assault Rifle with Recon Sight. UNSC Army configuration with quick-acquisition sights for mid-range engagements.

Longshot MA5D

Assault Rifle with Longshot Sight. UNSC Marine Corps Interim Fireteam Support (IFS) configuration for intermediate-range combat and long-range suppression.

MA5D Attachments

  • Long Barrel: Increases effective range.
  • Laser Targeter: Increases weapon accuracy.
  • Silencer: Reduces visibility on enemy Motion Trackers when firing.
  • Stabilization Jets: Helps control recoil.
  • Kinetic Bolts: Augments knockback and damage against vehicles.
  • Energy Bayonet: Increases melee damage and range.

Gameplay

Changes from MA37 ICWS in Halo: Reach

  • Heavier but more controllable reticle bloom
  • More damage per round: only 13 shots are needed to kill a fully-shielded Spartan instead of 19.
  • Slightly increased rate of fire
  • Maximum reserve ammo has been reduced from 288 rounds to 256 rounds, and a standard reserve of 224 rounds, forcing the player to scavenge for ammo more frequently.

Changes from Halo 4 to Halo 2: Anniversary

  • Less damage per round, 16 shots are required to kill a fully-shielded Spartan.

Changes from Halo 2: Anniversary to Halo 5: Guardians

  • Can now be zoomed in using the Smart Scope and have its bloom and max spread reduced at the cost of added recoil
  • Faster bloom regeneration
  • Magazine size increased from 32 rounds to 36
  • Reload speed slightly increased
  • Headshots now deal 2x damage on unshielded targets
  • Increased damage, killing in 13-15 rounds, depending on the headshot bonus

Halo Online

In Halo Online the MA5D comes in several variants.

  • The default MA5D has a 32 round magazine and 352 rounds in maximum reserve ammo.
  • The DMG MA5D does more damage than the standard MA5D at the cost of fire rate. It has a 28 round magazine and 152 rounds in maximum reserve ammo.
  • The ROF MA5D has a faster fire rate for the first five rounds fired, matching the M7 SMG's 900 RPM. It has a 32 round magazine and 304 rounds in maximum reserve ammo.
  • The ADV MA5D is more accurate than the standard MA5D. It has a 32 round magazine and 256 rounds in maximum reserve ammo.
  • The SNP MA5D features a variable-zoom scope similar to the SRS99 series.
  • The MAG MA5D has an increased magazine size.
  • The golden MA5D has superior stats all around. It has a 40 round magazine and 200 rounds in maximum reserve ammo.

Gallery

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Halo 4 Skins

  • PRM(Prime) skin.

    PRM(Prime) skin.

  • PDT(Predator) skin.

    PDT(Predator) skin.

  • RPT(Riptide) skin.

    RPT(Riptide) skin.

  • TBN(Turbine) Skin

    TBN(Turbine) Skin

  • TTH(Teeth) skin.

    TTH(Teeth) skin.

  • TRM(Trauma) skin.

    TRM(Trauma) skin.

Halo 5: Guardians variants/skins

Weapon Skins

  • REQ Card - Fade AR.png

    MA5D - Fade Skin

  • H5 AR Green Machine Skin.png

    MA5D - Green Machine Skin

  • H5 AR Spiral Skin.png

    MA5D - Spiral Skin

  • H5 AR Steel Skin.png

    MA5D - Steel Skin

  • H5 AR Vengeance Skin.png

    MA5D - Vengeance Skin

  • REQ Card - Ruptive.png

    MA5D - Ruptive Skin

  • H5 HCS Contender Skin.png

    MA5D - HCS Contender Skin

  • H5 AR Bracer Skin.png

    MA5D - Bracer Skin

  • MA5D - 343 Industries Skin

    MA5D - 343 Industries Skin

Weapon Variants

  • H5 AR Basic Req.png

    MA5D - Basic

  • H5 Basic AR with Long Barrel.png

    MA5D - Basic with Long Barrel

  • MA5D - Basic with Laser Targeter

    MA5D - Basic with Laser Targeter

  • H5 AR Basic with Silencer.png

    MA5D - Basic with Silencer

  • H5 Basic AR with Stabilization Jets REQ.png

    MA5D - Basic with Stabilization Jets

  • H5 Basic AR with Energy Bayonet REQ.png

    MA5D - Basic with Energy Bayonet

  • H5 Basic AR with Kinetic Bolts REQ.png

    MA5D - Basic with Kinetic Bolts

  • H5G-ReconMA5DHUD.png

    First-person view of the Recon MA5D

  • H5G-ReconMA5DSS.png

    Smart scope with the Recon MA5D

  • MA5D - Recon AR variant

    MA5D - Recon AR variant

  • MA5D - Recon AR with Long Barrel variant

    MA5D - Recon AR with Long Barrel variant

  • MA5D - Recon AR with Laser Targeter variant

    MA5D - Recon AR with Laser Targeter variant

  • MA5D - Recon AR with Silencer variant

    MA5D - Recon AR with Silencer variant

  • MA5D - Recon AR with Stabilizers variant

    MA5D - Recon AR with Stabilizers variant

  • MA5D - Recon AR with Kinetic Bolts variant

    MA5D - Recon AR with Kinetic Bolts variant

  • MA5D - Recon AR with Energy Bayonet variant

    MA5D - Recon AR with Energy Bayonet variant

  • MA5D - Longshot AR variant

    MA5D - Longshot AR variant

  • MA5D - Longshot AR with Long Barrel variant

    MA5D - Longshot AR with Long Barrel variant

  • MA5D - Longshot AR with Laser Targeter variant

    MA5D - Longshot AR with Laser Targeter variant

  • MA5D - Longshot AR with Silencer variant

    MA5D - Longshot AR with Silencer variant

  • MA5D - Longshot AR with Stabilizers variant

    MA5D - Longshot AR with Stabilizers variant

  • REQ LAR with Energy Bayonet.jpg

    MA5D - Longshot AR with Energy Bayonet variant

  • REQ Card - Longshot AR.png

    MA5D - Longshot AR with Kinetic Bolts variant

  • Longshot Assault Rifle with Recoil Compensator - Steel Skin

    Longshot Assault Rifle with Recoil Compensator - Steel Skin

  • Recon Assault Rifle with Energy Bayonet - Lagrange Skin

    Recon Assault Rifle with Energy Bayonet - Lagrange Skin

Halo Online variants

  • The DMG MA5D

    The DMG MA5D

  • The ROF MA5D on Edge.

    The ROF MA5D on Edge.

  • The ROF MA5D in the customization menu.

    The ROF MA5D in the customization menu.

  • The ADV MA5D on Reactor

    The ADV MA5D on Reactor

  • The "Golden" MA5D classed as the "Assault Rifle 2.0".

    The "Golden" MA5D classed as the "Assault Rifle 2.0".

List of appearances

Sources

  1. ^ Game Informer: The Arsenal of Halo 4
  2. ^ Halo 4 Official Site: Ordnance + Armor
  3. ^ Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; no text was provided for refs named universe
  4. ^ Halo 4: Forward Unto Dawn
  5. ^ 343 Sparkast 014
  6. ^ Halo: The Fall of Reach - The Animated Series
  7. ^ Halo 4, Prologue
  8. ^ Halo: Initiation, Issue 1
  9. ^ Halo: Escalation, Issue 7
  10. ^ Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; no text was provided for refs named H4VG

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MA5 series variants MA37 • MA5B • MA5C • MA5D
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CM 300 • M6J/C • MA5K
BR55 series XBR55 • BR55 • BR55HB
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BR85 series BR85 • BR85HB • BR85N
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