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{{Center|Not to be confused with [[Bulldogs]].}}  
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*Any [[Orbital Drop Shock Trooper|ODST]]-wieldable weapon given to in Campaign
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The '''Bullfrogs''' are a unit of [[Orbital Drop Shock Trooper]]s specializing in the use of [[portable jump-jet]]s. During the [[Fall of Reach]], at least some of the Bullfrogs were stationed at [[New Alexandria]], where they helped [[SPARTAN-B312]] secure an executive landing pad for use in the [[Siege of New Alexandria|evacuation of the city]].<ref>'''Halo: Reach''', campaign level, ''[[Exodus]]''</ref>
{{Quote|Death from above!|A Member of Bullfrogs during the [[Siege of New Alexandria]]}}


==Trivia==
'''ODST Air Assault units''', often known as '''Bullfrogs''', are combat teams of the [[Orbital Drop Shock Troopers]] [[ODST Special Purpose Forces|Special Purpose Forces]] equipped and trained for the tactical use of [[Series 8 jetpack]]s. Members of these units are specialized in three-dimensional combat in dense urban and rugged natural environments, using aerial vectors to tactical advantage.{{Ref/Site|Id=LogofWar|D=01|M=6|Y=2020|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/log-of-war|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Canon Fodder: Log of War}}
*The ODSTs are heavily inspired by the Mobile Infantry from [[wikipedia:Robert Heinlein|Robert Heinlein's]] novel ''[[wikipedia:Starship Troopers|Starship Troopers]]''. However, the Bullfrogs seem to show particularly strong influence from the novel, as they, like the Mobile Infantry, make extensive use of jetpacks. Also like the Mobile Infantry, the Bullfrogs refer to the use of jetpacks as "bouncing".
*Despite being trained in the use of jetpacks, a Bullfrog will never use his jetpack except when preprogrammed to do so in specific locations. Because of this, it is common for a player to have lost several members of his fireteam to falling by the end of the mission. Similarly, they often jump into large groups of Covenant forces and are quickly killed. This is odd, considering that Bungie could have simply programmed the Bullfrogs to have the AI of [[Sangheili Ranger|Elite Rangers]].
*Players can completely imitate a Bullfrog member by equipping all ODST armor pieces, the UA/NxRA utility, GUNGNIR knee guards, and using the Jetpack as their [[Armor abilities|Armor Ability]].


==List of appearances==
==Overview==
*''[[Halo: Reach]]'' {{1st}}
ODST Air Assault units were developed in response to the challenges presented by operations in both the dense, vertically integrated urban environments and rugged frontier terrains of the [[Inner Colonies|Inner]] and [[Outer Colonies|Outer]] [[human colonies|Colonies]]. The Bullfrogs' specialized equipment and training allow them to traverse these difficult spaces with ease, using three-dimensional tactics to gain a combat advantage over enemy forces. Deploying from [[Single Occupant Exoatmospheric Insertion Vehicle|insertion pods]] or [[Pelican|dropships]], units of Bullfrogs are equipped with jump-jet packs which enable quick, thruster-assisted travel through difficult terrains of metal, rock, and vegetation. Bullfrog tactical doctrines uses these jet packs to execute series of bounding jumps, called "bounces", to clear buildings and terrain features in order to "cut off enemy troops, disengage to move behind cover, and quickly secure objectives". Sustained flight using jet packs is also possible, although slow, clumsy, and not tactically useful.{{Ref/Reuse|LogofWar}}
 
The Bullfrogs are part of the ODSTs' Special Purpose Forces, units of troopers whose additional training and equipment prepare them for unique and challenging combat scenarios. Bullfrog combat teams have been known to deploy with four or eight members. Like all ODST officers, ODST Air Assault team leaders are highly proficient, leading by example and through personal bravery. Committed to defeating the [[Covenant]] and protecting [[humanity]], they accept the dangerous nature of their mission. They are usually veterans, who strengthen their already formidable Bullfrog units with their resolve and firepower.{{Ref/Reuse|LogofWar}}
 
In [[2552]], ODST Air Assault units were deployed during the [[Fall of Reach]] to conduct raids and direct action strikes against unsuspecting Covenant forces from the skies. During the battle, Bullfrogs skirmished with Covenant forces in the mountains outside [[Manassas]]. They also helped to protect [[civilians]] in [[New Alexandria (location)|New Alexandria]].{{Ref/Reuse|LogofWar}} During the [[Siege of New Alexandria|evacuation of that city]], one unit of Bullfrogs helped [[SPARTAN-B312]] to clear the [[New Alexandria cargo port]] and secure an executive landing pad at [[Traxus Tower]].{{Ref/Level|HR|Exodus}}
 
==Production notes==
*Though the ODST as a whole are heavily inspired by the [[Wikipedia:Mobile Infantry (Starship Troopers)|Mobile Infantry]] from [[wikipedia:Robert Heinlein|Robert Heinlein's]] novel ''[[wikipedia:Starship Troopers|Starship Troopers]]'', the Bullfrogs show particularly strong influence through their extensive use of jetpacks. The Bullfrogs even refer to the use of jetpacks as "bouncing", a term used in the same context in the book.
*Despite being trained in the use of jetpacks, the Bullfrogs in ''[[Halo: Reach]]'' will never use their jetpacks except when programmed to do so in specific locations. Because of this, it is common for a player to have lost several members of their fireteam to falling by the end of the mission. Similarly, they often jump into large groups of Covenant forces and are quickly killed.


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<gallery widths="160" captionalign="left">
<gallery>
File:BullfrogODST.jpg|A member of the Bullfrogs in New Alexandria.
File:HR Six&Bullfrogs.jpg|Two Bullfrogs joined by Noble Six at the New Alexandria cargo port.
File:HR Bullfrog&Brute.jpg|A Bullfrog fighting a Jiralhanae Minor.
File:HTMCC-HR BullfrogTeam 2.png|Two Bullfrogs prepare to enter combat.
File:BullfrogCombat.jpg|Bullfrogs in combat.
File:BullfrogCombat.jpg|Bullfrogs in combat.
File:HTMCC-HR BullfrogTeam 3.png|A unit of Bullfrogs traversing the New Alexandria cargo port.
File:Reach 1840061 Full.jpg|Two Bullfrogs traversing the buildings of New Alexandria.
File:HR ODSTSalutes.jpg|Two Bullfrogs at the executive landing pad of Traxus Tower.
File:BullfrogODST.jpg|A Bullfrog guarding a landing zone in New Alexandria.
File:ODST Air Assault unit.jpg|An ODST Air Assault "Bullfrogs" unit in ''[[Halo: Ground Command]]''.
</gallery>
</gallery>
==List of appearances==
*''[[Halo: Reach]]'' {{1st}}
*''[[Halo: Ground Command]]''


==Sources==
==Sources==
<references/>
{{Ref/Sources}}
[[Category:UNSC Military Units]]
 
[[Category:Orbital Drop Shock Trooper units]]

Latest revision as of 09:52, August 4, 2023

Not to be confused with Bulldogs.
Bullfrogs
Three ODST Bullfrogs specialists during Siege of New Alexandria. From Halo: Reach campaign level Exodus.

Affiliation:

United Nations Space Command

Branch:

UNSC Marine Corps

Type:

Specialized shock infantry

Engagements:

 

"Death from above!"
— A Member of Bullfrogs during the Siege of New Alexandria

ODST Air Assault units, often known as Bullfrogs, are combat teams of the Orbital Drop Shock Troopers Special Purpose Forces equipped and trained for the tactical use of Series 8 jetpacks. Members of these units are specialized in three-dimensional combat in dense urban and rugged natural environments, using aerial vectors to tactical advantage.[1]

Overview[edit]

ODST Air Assault units were developed in response to the challenges presented by operations in both the dense, vertically integrated urban environments and rugged frontier terrains of the Inner and Outer Colonies. The Bullfrogs' specialized equipment and training allow them to traverse these difficult spaces with ease, using three-dimensional tactics to gain a combat advantage over enemy forces. Deploying from insertion pods or dropships, units of Bullfrogs are equipped with jump-jet packs which enable quick, thruster-assisted travel through difficult terrains of metal, rock, and vegetation. Bullfrog tactical doctrines uses these jet packs to execute series of bounding jumps, called "bounces", to clear buildings and terrain features in order to "cut off enemy troops, disengage to move behind cover, and quickly secure objectives". Sustained flight using jet packs is also possible, although slow, clumsy, and not tactically useful.[1]

The Bullfrogs are part of the ODSTs' Special Purpose Forces, units of troopers whose additional training and equipment prepare them for unique and challenging combat scenarios. Bullfrog combat teams have been known to deploy with four or eight members. Like all ODST officers, ODST Air Assault team leaders are highly proficient, leading by example and through personal bravery. Committed to defeating the Covenant and protecting humanity, they accept the dangerous nature of their mission. They are usually veterans, who strengthen their already formidable Bullfrog units with their resolve and firepower.[1]

In 2552, ODST Air Assault units were deployed during the Fall of Reach to conduct raids and direct action strikes against unsuspecting Covenant forces from the skies. During the battle, Bullfrogs skirmished with Covenant forces in the mountains outside Manassas. They also helped to protect civilians in New Alexandria.[1] During the evacuation of that city, one unit of Bullfrogs helped SPARTAN-B312 to clear the New Alexandria cargo port and secure an executive landing pad at Traxus Tower.[2]

Production notes[edit]

  • Though the ODST as a whole are heavily inspired by the Mobile Infantry from Robert Heinlein's novel Starship Troopers, the Bullfrogs show particularly strong influence through their extensive use of jetpacks. The Bullfrogs even refer to the use of jetpacks as "bouncing", a term used in the same context in the book.
  • Despite being trained in the use of jetpacks, the Bullfrogs in Halo: Reach will never use their jetpacks except when programmed to do so in specific locations. Because of this, it is common for a player to have lost several members of their fireteam to falling by the end of the mission. Similarly, they often jump into large groups of Covenant forces and are quickly killed.

Gallery[edit]

  • Two Bullfrogs joined by Noble Six at the New Alexandria cargo port.

    Two Bullfrogs joined by Noble Six at the New Alexandria cargo port.

  • A Bullfrog fighting a Jiralhanae Minor.

    A Bullfrog fighting a Jiralhanae Minor.

  • Two Bullfrogs prepare to enter combat.

    Two Bullfrogs prepare to enter combat.

  • Bullfrogs in combat.

    Bullfrogs in combat.

  • A unit of Bullfrogs traversing the New Alexandria cargo port.

    A unit of Bullfrogs traversing the New Alexandria cargo port.

  • Two Bullfrogs traversing the buildings of New Alexandria.

    Two Bullfrogs traversing the buildings of New Alexandria.

  • Two Bullfrogs at the executive landing pad of Traxus Tower.

    Two Bullfrogs at the executive landing pad of Traxus Tower.

  • A Bullfrog guarding a landing zone in New Alexandria.

    A Bullfrog guarding a landing zone in New Alexandria.

  • An ODST Air Assault "Bullfrogs" unit in Halo: Ground Command.

    An ODST Air Assault "Bullfrogs" unit in Halo: Ground Command.

List of appearances[edit]

Sources[edit]

  1. ^ a b c d Halo Waypoint, Canon Fodder: Log of War (Retrieved on Jun 1, 2020) [archive]
  2. ^ Halo: Reach, campaign level Exodus
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