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== Overview == | == Overview == | ||
Snowbound is a medium-sized, semi-symmetrical map set in a snowy Forerunner area with two large Covenant [[base]]s at either end of the map. | Snowbound is a medium-sized, semi-symmetrical map set in a snowy Forerunner area with two large Covenant [[base]]s at either end of the map. The bases, known as '''high base''' and '''low base''', are connected by an underground tunnel network. Much fighting takes place in or around the [[shield doors]] found inside the bases.<ref>http://forums.xbox.com/7661336/ShowPost.aspx</ref> | ||
Rocky outcroppings are located along the southern and western edges of the map (Rock Side); Covenant-built Automated Turrets prevent players from exiting the map via its otherwise-unblocked northern and eastern edges (Tundra Side). When players venture too close to the map's boundaries, an alarm sounds, warning them to return to the bases before the turrets open fire.<ref>http://carnage.bungie.org/haloforum/halo.forum.pl?read=755574</ref> | Rocky outcroppings are located along the southern and western edges of the map (Rock Side); Covenant-built Automated Turrets prevent players from exiting the map via its otherwise-unblocked northern and eastern edges (Tundra Side). When players venture too close to the map's boundaries, an alarm sounds, warning them to return to the bases before the turrets open fire.<ref>http://carnage.bungie.org/haloforum/halo.forum.pl?read=755574</ref> | ||
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*This is currently one of three ''Halo 3'' multiplayer maps that take place on a Covenant-controlled territory, the others being [[Assembly]] and [[Heretic (Level)]]. | *This is currently one of three ''Halo 3'' multiplayer maps that take place on a Covenant-controlled territory, the others being [[Assembly]] and [[Heretic (Level)]]. | ||
*This is currently the only map to feature a Beam Rifle by default. | *This is currently the only map to feature a Beam Rifle by default. | ||
*There are several [[Guardians|Automated Turrets]], positioned along the outside of the map that will shoot at any players who go beyond the boundaries of the map. If killed by them, the kill will be credited to the Guardians. | *There are several [[Guardians|Automated Turrets]], positioned along the outside of the map that will shoot at any players who go beyond the boundaries of the map. If killed by them, the kill will be credited to the Guardians. | ||
*Like [[Sandtrap]], players may leave footprints in the snow (which could be tracked) for a few seconds before fading away. This is helpful when opponents are in Active Camo.<ref>http://www.eurogamer.net/article.php?article_id=72856</ref> | *Like [[Sandtrap]], players may leave footprints in the snow (which could be tracked) for a few seconds before fading away. This is helpful when opponents are in Active Camo.<ref>http://www.eurogamer.net/article.php?article_id=72856</ref> | ||