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'''''The Art of Halo: Creating a Virtual World''''' is a collection of concept art used during the production of ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]'' and ''[[Halo 2]]'', with commentary by [[Eric S. Trautmann]]. The book includes a foreword by [[Jason Jones]] and a preface by [[Marcus R. Lehto]].  
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}}'''''The Art of Halo''''' is a collection of concept art used for making the games, along with commentary by [[Eric S. Trautmann]]. The book includes a foreword by [[Jason Jones]] and a preface by [[Marcus R. Lehto]].  


==Content==
A successor to ''The Art of Halo'', titled ''[[Halo: The Great Journey: The Art of Building Worlds]]'', was released on October 18, [[2011]].<ref name="Building Worlds">[https://www.amazon.com/Halo-Building-Worlds-Titan-Books/dp/0857685627 '''Amazon''': ''Halo: The Art of Building Worlds'']</ref>
The majority of the book focuses on the development of the major aspects of ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]'' and ''[[Halo 2]]'', from the [[:Category:Weapons|Weapons]], the games environments and the [[Character]] designs. There are many early sketches and concept art for these things, much of it by [[Shi Kai Wang]] and the [[Bungie]] art team. Certain sections show the influence of earlier [[Bungie]] games on ''Halo'''s design. One section shows a timeline of Bungie's history. The ideas are shown as they evolved, from a series of sketches to storyboards and their amazing animation. Finally, some screen shots are included to show how the ideas were eventually incorporated into the ''[[Halo]]'' games.


There are also many explanations for the processes and the development. Some of these explain things to [[Halo]] fans that we haven't been aware of...like the role of [[Grunt Ultra|Grunt Ultras]]. They also explain what the intentions were for many of the ideas and how they changed over time.
==Official summary==
{{Article quote|When Halo hit the shelves with the launch of the [[Xbox]] in [[2001]], it was an immediate sensation. This action-packed science fiction—military combat game, set on a distant, war-torn, artificial planet, became an instant triumph with gamers – and scored numerous awards for its innovations, irresistibility, and sheer thrills. The Art of Halo is a showcase of its stunning visual style, a fascinating guided tour through the making of the phenomenon–from bright idea to brilliant result–and a testament to the creativity of the artists at [[Bungie]] Studios.


The final section of the book contains a few full-page pinups of various concept art. Including some scenes in the levels of ''[[Halo]]'' and ideas of new characters.
*Meet the brains behind Bungie, the birthplace of Halo.
*Feast your eyes on a panorama of all-new artwork from its spectacular sequel [[Halo 2]] – one of the most eagerly-awaited games of [[2004 (real world)|2004]].
*Discover the art of game design from the inside out, in interviews with–and illustrations by – the Halo creative team.
*Learn the secrets of designing gear from the artists themselves.
*Follow the construction of a crucial sequence from storyboard to completion, along with pages from the actual script.
*Thrill to a gallery of glorious Halo artwork, including action figure designs, game packaging, cartoon strips, posters, T-shirts, and more.
 
It’s all here – the story behind the sensation that GamePro declares “above and beyond what console gamers have come to expect” – in one virtuoso volume!{{Ref/Reuse|Amazon}}}}
 
==Content review==
''The Art of Halo'' begins with a foreword by Jason Jones and a preface by Marcus Lehto. It then introduces "Halo's architects" (Bungie Studios), before chapters on character design, environments, weapons and gear and vehicles. The final chapter, "The Art of Game Design", is a selection of promotional artwork and posters, game engine screenshots, multiplayer map sketches, cinematic storyboards, musical scores, animations and dialogue scripts from ''Halo: Combat Evolved'' and ''Halo 2''.
 
The majority of the book focuses on the development of the major aspects of ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]'' and ''[[Halo 2]]'', from the [[:Category:Weapons|Weapons]], the games environments and the [[Character]] designs. There are many early sketches and concept art for these things, much of it by [[Shi Kai Wang]] and the [[Bungie]] art team. Certain sections show the influence of earlier Bungie games on ''Halo''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> design. One section shows a timeline of Bungie's history. The ideas are shown as they evolved, from a series of sketches to storyboards and their amazing animation. Finally, some screenshots are included to show how the ideas were eventually incorporated into the ''Halo'' games.<br>
 
There are also many explanations for the processes and the development. For example, the role of [[Unggoy Ultra|Grunt Ultras]]. They also explain what the intentions were for many of the ideas and how they changed over time.


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*While the book shows ranks of certain species within the [[Covenant]] the Elites' section is missing the ranks of [[Ultra Elite|Ultra]] and [[Councilor]], probably because these rank models did not appear until Halo 2.
*There are many errors in this book, such as a caption pointing at a [[Anskum-pattern plasma grenade|Plasma Grenade]], but pointing it out as an [[Type 14 Magnetic/Anti-Tank Mine|Assault Bomb]]. However, the Assault Bomb is also present on the page. Another mistake consisted in calling the [[Prophet of Mercy]] the [[Prophet of Truth]].
*There are several images of character design from when ''Halo'' was going to be an RTS game.
*While the book shows the ranks of certain species within the [[Covenant Empire|Covenant]] the Elites' section is missing the ranks of [[Sangheili Ultra|Ultra]] and [[Councilor]].
*There are many errors in this book, such as a caption pointing at a [[Plasma Grenade]], but pointing it out as an Assault Bomb. However, the [[Assault Bomb]] was on this page. Another mistake consisted of calling the [[Prophet of Mercy]] the [[Prophet of Truth]].
*This book shows the [[Easter egg]] on the Assault Bomb, where it [[Messages on bomb|has writing on it]].
*This book shows the Easter egg on the Assault Bomb, where it has writing on it.
*The [[Sangheili Zealot]] shown on the Elite ranks has black as its secondary color, although the secondary color for Zealots in-game is brown.
 
*The level "''[[Assault on the Control Room]]''" is mistakenly titled "Attack on the Two Control Rooms".
==Related Links==
===External Links===
*[http://www.amazon.com/gp/reader/0345475860/ref=sib_dp_pt/102-0953428-8608155#reader-link See the first few pages of the book]


==Sources==
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The Art of Halo: Creating a Virtual World
Art of Halo Front Cover.jpg

Author(s):

Eric S. Trautmann[1]

Publisher:

Del Rey Books[1]

Publication date:

November 9, 2004[1]

Media type:

Print (paperback)[1]

Pages:

176 pages[1]

Dimensions:

8.4 x 0.4 x 10.8 inches[1]

Weight:

1.7 pounds (0.77 kg)[1]

ISBN:

 

The Art of Halo: Creating a Virtual World is a collection of concept art used during the production of Halo: Combat Evolved and Halo 2, with commentary by Eric S. Trautmann. The book includes a foreword by Jason Jones and a preface by Marcus R. Lehto.

A successor to The Art of Halo, titled Halo: The Great Journey: The Art of Building Worlds, was released on October 18, 2011.[2]

Official summary[edit]

“ When Halo hit the shelves with the launch of the Xbox in 2001, it was an immediate sensation. This action-packed science fiction—military combat game, set on a distant, war-torn, artificial planet, became an instant triumph with gamers – and scored numerous awards for its innovations, irresistibility, and sheer thrills. The Art of Halo is a showcase of its stunning visual style, a fascinating guided tour through the making of the phenomenon–from bright idea to brilliant result–and a testament to the creativity of the artists at Bungie Studios.
  • Meet the brains behind Bungie, the birthplace of Halo.
  • Feast your eyes on a panorama of all-new artwork from its spectacular sequel Halo 2 – one of the most eagerly-awaited games of 2004.
  • Discover the art of game design from the inside out, in interviews with–and illustrations by – the Halo creative team.
  • Learn the secrets of designing gear from the artists themselves.
  • Follow the construction of a crucial sequence from storyboard to completion, along with pages from the actual script.
  • Thrill to a gallery of glorious Halo artwork, including action figure designs, game packaging, cartoon strips, posters, T-shirts, and more.

It’s all here – the story behind the sensation that GamePro declares “above and beyond what console gamers have come to expect” – in one virtuoso volume![1]

”

Content review[edit]

The Art of Halo begins with a foreword by Jason Jones and a preface by Marcus Lehto. It then introduces "Halo's architects" (Bungie Studios), before chapters on character design, environments, weapons and gear and vehicles. The final chapter, "The Art of Game Design", is a selection of promotional artwork and posters, game engine screenshots, multiplayer map sketches, cinematic storyboards, musical scores, animations and dialogue scripts from Halo: Combat Evolved and Halo 2.

The majority of the book focuses on the development of the major aspects of Halo: Combat Evolved and Halo 2, from the Weapons, the games environments and the Character designs. There are many early sketches and concept art for these things, much of it by Shi Kai Wang and the Bungie art team. Certain sections show the influence of earlier Bungie games on Halo's design. One section shows a timeline of Bungie's history. The ideas are shown as they evolved, from a series of sketches to storyboards and their amazing animation. Finally, some screenshots are included to show how the ideas were eventually incorporated into the Halo games.

There are also many explanations for the processes and the development. For example, the role of Grunt Ultras. They also explain what the intentions were for many of the ideas and how they changed over time.

Trivia[edit]

Sources[edit]

  1. ^ a b c d e f g h Amazon: The Art of Halo: Creating A Virtual World
  2. ^ Amazon: Halo: The Art of Building Worlds

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