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A deployable lookout tower is comprised of a circular base, in the middle of which an anti-gravity generator is placed. The circular platform is suspended in the air, given the anti-gravity power by the generator. The platform also has a gap in the middle through which the occupants are transported. The anti-gravity generator works just like a gravity lift, transporting supplies and troops freely. It also has the same color as the [[gravity lift]]. | A deployable lookout tower is comprised of a circular base, in the middle of which an anti-gravity generator is placed. The circular platform is suspended in the air, given the anti-gravity power by the generator. The platform also has a gap in the middle through which the occupants are transported. The anti-gravity generator works just like a gravity lift, transporting supplies and troops freely. It also has the same color as the [[gravity lift]]. | ||
The perimeter of the base is comprised of three ramps and three pillars, probably put there for extra protection. They are all placed in a motif (one ramp to one pillar). The platform has also three protective pillars and large gaps between them. The pillars are taller and thinner compared to the ones of the base and the gap between them is bigger. The gap is used for snipers to have a clear line of sight and for [[Unggoy Heavy|Gunner Grunts]] to place their [[Type-52 Directed Energy Support Weapon|plasma cannons]]. Some towers' platforms, instead of the usual oval pillars, have three thinner, longer pillars that support a rooftop-like cover.<ref>'' | The perimeter of the base is comprised of three ramps and three pillars, probably put there for extra protection. They are all placed in a motif (one ramp to one pillar). The platform has also three protective pillars and large gaps between them. The pillars are taller and thinner compared to the ones of the base and the gap between them is bigger. The gap is used for snipers to have a clear line of sight and for [[Unggoy Heavy|Gunner Grunts]] to place their [[Type-52 Directed Energy Support Weapon|plasma cannons]]. Some towers' platforms, instead of the usual oval pillars, have three thinner, longer pillars that support a rooftop-like cover.<ref>'''Halo 2'''</ref> Earlier versions may also include an energy shield wall next to them, and will activate when the tower is occupied.<ref name="hw">'''Halo Wars'''</ref> | ||
The base, when placed on the ground, can not be moved again. The platform, however, is not as steady as the base and a single shot from heavy weapons, such as the [[M41 Surface-to-Surface Rocket Medium Anti-Vehicle/Assault Weapon|rocket launcher]], the [[Type-33 Light Anti-Armor Weapon|Fuel Rod Gun]] from a distance and the [[M90 Close Assault Weapon System|shotgun]] from nearby, will make it lose its balance and it may fall off. Three shots from the rocket launcher are sure to make it fall. | The base, when placed on the ground, can not be moved again. The platform, however, is not as steady as the base and a single shot from heavy weapons, such as the [[M41 Surface-to-Surface Rocket Medium Anti-Vehicle/Assault Weapon|rocket launcher]], the [[Type-33 Light Anti-Armor Weapon|Fuel Rod Gun]] from a distance and the [[M90 Close Assault Weapon System|shotgun]] from nearby, will make it lose its balance and it may fall off. Three shots from the rocket launcher are sure to make it fall. | ||
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In ''[[Halo 3]]'', they are destructible. They are also able to be climbed and appear in some campaign levels. | In ''[[Halo 3]]'', they are destructible. They are also able to be climbed and appear in some campaign levels. | ||
In ''[[Halo Wars]]'', they are deployed by the Covenant, but once every single Covenant troop on it is killed, UNSC soldiers can garrison in it, increasing their combat capabilities. A Covenant file is usually found on top of them defending the Jackals and Grunt Heavies there. In | In ''[[Halo Wars]]'', they are deployed by the Covenant, but once every single Covenant troop on it is killed, UNSC soldiers can garrison in it, increasing their combat capabilities. A Covenant file is usually found on top of them defending the Jackals and Grunt Heavies there. In [[Skirmish]], they are left neutral for either team's taking, providing a useful defense, if needed, plus they will not be destroyed no matter how many times a marine hits it. Certain maps, such as ''[[Tundra]]'' or ''[[Fort Deen (level)|Fort Deen]]'', include lookout towers that are connected to energy walls. When garrisoned, the energy shield wall activates and prevents ground units from moving through. These walls can be bypassed by air units, [[Jiralhanae Jumper]]s, and occasionally [[Type-47 Ultra Heavy Assault Platform|Scarabs]].<ref name="hw"/> | ||
In ''[[Halo 3: ODST]]'', many are seen deployed in [[New Mombasa]]. They are once again destructible. | In ''[[Halo 3: ODST]]'', many are seen deployed in [[New Mombasa]]. They are once again destructible. | ||