Other day I came across an interview clip of the voice actor for Master Chief, Steve Downes, about some of his lines in Halo 4 and it was a great example of...
Actors and Voice Actors don't always know the correct information about their characters
Don't get me wrong I love Steve and he is amazing as MC. Given that voice acting is his secondary profession his line deliveries are amazing.
But that doesn't mean he always know the lore, or is the primary source for the character of Master Chief.
In the interview he incorrectly says that Cortana in Halo 4 removes John's emotion chip.
Game universe Spartans do not have emotion inhibitor chips. This is a TV Silver Timeline only thing.
In the books it actually explains Oni and Dr. Halsey wanted the II's to stay independent thinkers. [ Link ]
"While many outsiders view them as single-minded, the Spartan-IIs remain independent thinkers; from early on, Dr. Halsey's intent was to mold the candidates into effective soldiers through "persuasion and acclimation" as opposed to the brainwashing suggested by some of her colleagues within ONI, believing that in order to be truly efficient, the Spartans must be able to properly understand and embrace the significance of their mission."
The only thing Cortana does to John in Halo 4 is upgrade his armor. [ Link ]
"Cortana notifies him that in his sleep, she rewrote the firmware of his MJOLNIR Mark VI armor, upgrading the HUD and armor capabilities."
Examples like this is how misinformation in Fandom spaces spread.
Star Wars has this issue with Luke Skywalker and The actor Mark Hamill.
He's has quick humor, and while an excellent leader his leadership is little more relax than John's.
The Halo/Destiny AU basically strips blue team down to what their personality would be without the rigid military atmosphere. Taking what is already established in the Halo universe and cranking it up a little bit.
I went in to a bit more detail in this Post [ Link ]
Last year on my other Blog I ran Polls on what the Destiny community thought each member of Blue team Class would be and here was the results
68.9% | John-117 [ TITAN ]
64.9% | Kelly-087 [HUNTER]
63.4% | Linda-058 [HUNTER]
33.7% | Fred-104 [TITAN]
Fred was actually divided, with a good chuck saying ... Warlock ಠಿ_ಠ
Started thinking about this after posting the polls about 'Blue Team Class Selection' over on DA for fun.
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In this universe Blue team was resurrected, not dropped in from the Halo universe.
Maybe the Golden Age had super soldier program similar to the Spartan II program.
• John (Titan)
• Fred (Hunter)
• Kelly (Hunter)
• Linda (Warlock)
(Personal choices on Class)
⬇️ Rambling Notes under 'Keep Reading' ⬇️
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I like the idea of that with the removal of memories, that also means the rigidness of military protocols and conditioning is gone or subdued. This gives way to each one of their personalities, that we only get glimpses of in books and games, to show through. Kelly and Fred's little banter. John social awkwardness. Linda ... wouldn't change much, maybe just joining Kelly in teasing Fred.
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John would be a City Titan, but not directly Military,Yeah I know. He would be more a Titan the Vanguard would come get if needed but would leave to do what he wanted. Go out on missions when his fireteam are in the same place, or they have a tip for him and he wanted to investigate. Love's Crucible likes the training of it, but not Trials or Iron Banner. The basics are just fine. Likes to stay busy, so will do odd jobs for the people of the city, even if he's a bit quiet.
But that's okay because...
Kelly is a Wilds Hunter, that will come in to touch base or to race in SRL. This is probably for the best because she can and will get in a fistfight with a Titan if provoke, won't look for a fight but will fight. Doesn't dislike City people but would rather be in Wilds or at a Concert. Crucible fighter, but only on Rumble or Mayhem rotation. On games that she's not in will place bets, much to John's disapproval. Always Arc subclass, always trying to find more speed.
Fred is a City Hunter, also not with the Military. Fred will talk enough for both him and John. Not a chatter box, but he'll keep a conversation going. He likes doing things for the City, so you'll see him doing odd jobs here or there. Doesn't need to active but will go to keep John company,even if it's just to keep the little ones distracted. If John goes out into the field, he'll usually be with him. Also likes the Crucible, but more for the fun. Doesn't tell John but will place bets with Kelly.
Linda is a Wilds Warlock investigating old sites or gathering Intel. Kelly will tag along as backup. Not needed but Linda likes the company. If she is to come in from the Wilds prefers the quieter spots of the City. Doesn't run Crucible but will watch with the rest of her fireteam or support them. Likes going to Neomuna, love's the Puka.
One occasion the will all go out on missions together either following up on Linda's Intel or a request from the Vanguard.
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They surprisingly all like Gambit. They like working as a team.
John has the Sentry Role. Picking enemies from afar but ready for any Taken sent from the other side.
Kelly has the Collector Role. Running around collecting motes and depositing them before the other team can even have enough for a taken goblin.
Fred has Reaper Role. He's running through enemies with Kelly right behind him.
Linda has the Invader Role. As soon as that portal opens her and her sniper is heading to the other side. Enemy Invader? Not for long.
Well oiled machine. No one stands a chance against them.
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Favorite Events
John likes the Events on coming together and reflecting on how far they've come. Solstice, Dawning but ... also likes Guardian Games not so much to prove Titans are the better class but to have a fun sibling rivalry with Kelly and Fred.
Kelly likes the fun competitive events SRL, Guardian Games or Crimson Days. Her and Fred runs Crimson Day event rare to get to run doubles while also proving they are unstoppable team.
Fred like just fun so he generally finds enjoyment in also all the events. Running Crimson Day as a way to bond with Kelly outside of basic fireteam missions or GG. His favorite is Festival of the Lost, he'll say it's because of the candy and costumes but it's really to remember those he's lost.
Linda likes events on reflection but also new beginnings. Revelry is her favorite. With Spring, dead things of Autumn and Winter spawn new life. Also means her favorite spots in the City will be a little bit brighter.
I like to think Crimson Days started out as John making Fred and Kelly run it as the Crucible equivalent of the getting along shirt, but now it's their favorite thing to do together.
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Their Ghost Companions, no John's won't be Cortana or the Weapon
John's Ghost would be a bit playful to counter his more serious side, but wouldn't order him around, they would trust John to know what's best. They are a team, and as such makes plan together.
Kelly's Ghost would be a little awkward. They would amire Kelly's quick wit and competitive nature. They would try to have a witty comeback but fumble, then remember it for years. Kelly would just back them up with a "You heard them (Double down on fumble comeback)"
Fred's Ghost is all about fun. Full shelf of crazy shells, but they can be serious when the moment calls for it. He knows Fred gets inside his own head sometimes and helps him not overthink.
Linda's Ghost is quiet. Communicating through their shell language or projections. If the need to say something more they'll tell Linda.
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Might add more later. (Barely any proof reading)
I know some things might be a little OOC, but I was trying to think of Blue Team outside the military setting.
Feel free to add your own thoughts in the Notes.
( Reblog and Replies, only so I can more easily find and read them. Or @ me if you have a long post )
With the hype around Halo happening this month and all the news around Destiny, I've been thinking about the Blue Team/Destiny AU again.
I think Fred would have one of the Cabal War pups but it has the personality of a pampered Pittie. Since he spends most of his time being a City Hunter, the pup just gets to go on errands with him around the neighborhood. If he has to go on missions he pays the neighborhood kids to take care of it, if John's not there, which is fine because the kids love the pup and it loves them.
I was actually thinking about signing up for the community Ghost Zine.
I have a little piece I wrote for North, my Guardian's Ghost and thought about sketching something to go with it.
I would like to finally do something with the community outside my other blog. Not that I think that's separate from the community. But my Guardian isn't in a lot of my post.
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