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[[File:Destiny-CabalPhalanx.jpg|thumb|A [[Sand Eaters]] Phalax.]] | [[File:Destiny-CabalPhalanx.jpg|thumb|A [[Sand Eaters]] Phalax.]] | ||
'''Phalanx''' are a type of [[Cabal]] military rank. They are similar to [[Legionnaire]]s and carry big tactical shields,<ref>[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LIxxsw7TNd4 '''YouTube''': ''Destiny: Official E3 Gameplay Experience Trailer'']</ref> acting as a mobile defensive front, holding their ground or pushing forward at will. The shields they wield can withstand most conventional firearms. It is recommended that [[Guardian]]s flank them, throw a grenade behind them, or shoot their exposed arm.<ref name="Planetview">[https://www.destinyplanetview.com/en/home '''Destiny Planet View''']</ref> A phalanx is otherwise exactly like a Legionnaire, except they normally don't jump-jet.<ref name = "Destiny">'''Bungie (2014-9-9)''', ''[[Destiny]]: Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard''</ref> | '''Phalanx''' are a type of [[Cabal]] military rank. They are similar to [[Legionnaire]]s and carry big tactical shields,<ref>[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LIxxsw7TNd4 '''YouTube''': ''Destiny: Official E3 Gameplay Experience Trailer'']</ref> acting as a mobile defensive front, holding their ground or pushing forward at will. The shields they wield can withstand most conventional firearms. It is recommended that [[Guardian]]s flank them, throw a grenade behind them, or shoot their exposed arm.<ref name="Planetview">[https://www.destinyplanetview.com/en/home '''Destiny Planet View''']</ref> A phalanx is otherwise exactly like a Legionnaire, except they normally don't jump-jet.<ref name = "Destiny">'''Bungie (2014-9-9)''', ''[[Destiny]]: Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard''</ref> | ||
Besides blocking attacks, Phalanx shields are dangerous in melee combat. A single hit can send Guardians flying, which will cause damage if they crash into a solid object. This is strong enough to kill Guardians on higher difficulties. | |||
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Revision as of 14:20, August 20, 2015
Phalanx are a type of Cabal military rank. They are similar to Legionnaires and carry big tactical shields,[1] acting as a mobile defensive front, holding their ground or pushing forward at will. The shields they wield can withstand most conventional firearms. It is recommended that Guardians flank them, throw a grenade behind them, or shoot their exposed arm.[2] A phalanx is otherwise exactly like a Legionnaire, except they normally don't jump-jet.[3]
Besides blocking attacks, Phalanx shields are dangerous in melee combat. A single hit can send Guardians flying, which will cause damage if they crash into a solid object. This is strong enough to kill Guardians on higher difficulties.
Armament
- Slug Rifle and Cabal Shield (common)
Known Phalanx
Trivia
- A phalanx is a type of Greek shield formation.
- They bear resemblance to the Hunters of the Halo shields, as per their shared use of shields.
Gallery
Two Dust Giants Phalanxes with a Legionnaire.
A Phalanx holding a tactical shield.
Phalanxs crouching behind their shields on The Law Of The Jungle.
Phalanxs being eliminated by hunter`s Golden Gun.
List of appearances
- The Law Of The Jungle (First appearance)
- Destiny
References
- ^ YouTube: Destiny: Official E3 Gameplay Experience Trailer
- ^ Destiny Planet View
- ^ Bungie (2014-9-9), Destiny: Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard
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