Sequence
Created by iTs_NeXn

Recommended Players: 2-4
Required Gametypes: Sequence 1v1 (Slayer Variant), Sequence 2v2 (Slayer and Objective Variants)

Sequence takes place in the Coliseum which makes for a dark, eerie feel that contrasts the bright feel of most maps. NeXn uses death barriers to the fullest to create ‘death pits’. This asymmetrical layout puts the average design to shame. It consists of a series of differing areas strung together by height variation, walkways, lifts, teleporters and jumps. There is even a ‘jump pad’ which is essentially a lift that only works when the player jumps on it. These transitions offer many opportunities and keep the gameplay flowing. The map proposes a creative gameplay experience for 1v1 and 2v2 games that is balanced, competitive and fun.

The overall weapon set suggests balanced gameplay. For example, the Spiker is an effective weapon against Overshields. Sequence also offers other weapons that can be a center of conflict and advantage such as the no-clip snipers, the grenade launcher, and the team-games-only Rocket Launcher. This set provides a great competitive experience that fits in well with the map’s geometry and gametypes.

The gametype that is coupled with the map offers an altered starting loadout which utilizes the DMR and Sprint Armor Ability. The DMR ups the ante a bit while the unlimited Sprint provides a new way to play. Sprint enables the player to have more jumping opportunities in addition to the increase of speed. The sound made by Sprint creates a risk versus reward scenario. Other sound cues play a part in the map’s dynamic such as the spawning of the Powerups. Two Custom Powerups acting as Overshields are located on the map in varying spawn times and positions, one as the ‘High OS’ and the other as the ‘Low OS’. What's unique about these Overshields are the burnable and stackable qualities. ‘Burning’ an OS occurs when a player’s shields have been affected right before the player picks up the Overshield. The damage to the player’s shields cancels out the additional shield. The gametype allows for ‘stacking' of shields which means picking up more than one OS allows for adding more than one overshield. A player is able to acquire up to four extra shields.

NeXn's map is an example of how forgers can not only create fun maps but an actual experience. Sequence excels in the different map design aspects, and NeXn does a great job of tying it all together. Sequence is worth a download for any Halo player, but you don't have to take my word for it. Let the map speak for itself.

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