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|name= Colossus
|name= Colossus
|Species= [[Cabal]]
|species= [[Cabal]]
|Legion(s)= [[Red Legion]] <br> [[Loyalists]] <br> [[Cabal Deserters]] <br> [[Imperial Cabal]] <br> [[Shadow Legion]]
|legion(s)= [[Red Legion]] <br> [[Loyalists]] <br> [[Imperial Cabal]] <br> [[Shadow Legion]]
|Role(s)= Elite Heavy Infantry
|role(s)= Elite Heavy Infantry
|Weapon(s)= {{icon|Arc}} [[Cabal Slug Launcher]] (common) <br> {{icon|Solar}} [[Heavy Slug Thrower|Power Slug Thrower]] (uncommon) <br> {{icon|Arc}} Cabal Cluster Missiles
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|Abilities= {{icon|Arc}} [[Absorption Shield]] {{C|high difficulty}} <br> Blinding Effect <br> Slowness Debuff <br> High Durability <br> Limited Flight <br> {{icon|Kinetic}} Quake
|abilities= {{icon|Arc}} [[Absorption Shield]] {{C|high difficulty}} <br> Blinding Effect <br> Slowness Debuff <br> High Durability <br> Limited Flight <br> {{icon|Kinetic}} Quake
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{{Cabal infobox
{{Cabal infobox
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|image= [[File:Grimoire Colossus.jpg|300px]]
|name= Colossus
|name= Colossus
|Species= [[Cabal]]
|species= [[Cabal]]
|Legion(s)= [[Blind Legion]] <br> [[Dust Giants]] <br> [[Sand Eaters]] <br> [[Siege Dancers]] <br> [[Skyburners]] <br> [[Broken Legion]]
|legion(s)= [[Blind Legion]] <br> [[Dust Giants]] <br> [[Sand Eaters]] <br> [[Siege Dancers]] <br> [[Skyburners]] <br> [[Broken Legion]]
|Role(s)= Elite Heavy Infantry
|role(s)= Elite Heavy Infantry
|Weapon(s)= {{icon|Solar}} [[Heavy Slug Thrower]] <br> {{icon|Solar}} Cabal Cluster Missiles
|weapon(s)= {{icon|Solar}} [[Heavy Slug Thrower]] <br> {{icon|Solar}} Cabal Cluster Missiles
|Abilities= High Durability <br> {{icon|Kinetic}} Quake
|abilities= High Durability <br> {{icon|Kinetic}} Quake
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==Overview==
==Overview==
Massive, even for Cabal standards, they lead through their own relentless demeanor, wielding devastating Gatling-style Heavy Slug Throwers and [[Cabal Slug Launcher]]s.<ref>'''Game Informer January 2014''', ''page 55''</ref> Colossus also possess radios that allows them to make reports back to their command centers.<ref>[https://www.ishtar-collective.net/entries/ancient-apocalypse-mask?highlight=colossus Ancient Apocalypse Mask]</ref> They tower over most Cabal infantry with their rapid fire weaponry and near-impenetrable armor, they are the most devastating unit in the Cabal's roster.<ref>'''Bungie (09/09/2014''', ''[[Destiny]], [[Grimoire]]: [[Grimoire:Enemies/Cabal#Colossus|Colossus]]''</ref> They are powerful enough that a stomp from them can shake the ground beneath them.<ref>[https://www.ishtar-collective.net/cards/crimson-days?highlight=colossus Crimson Days]</ref>
Massive, even for Cabal standards, Colossi lead through their own relentless demeanor, wielding devastating Gatling-style [[Heavy Slug Thrower]]s and Railgun-like [[Cabal Slug Launcher]]s.<ref>'''Game Informer January 2014''', ''page 55''</ref> Colossi also posses radios that allow them to make reports back to their command centers.<ref>[https://www.ishtar-collective.net/entries/ancient-apocalypse-mask?highlight=colossus Ancient Apocalypse Mask]</ref> They tower over most Cabal infantry with their rapid fire weaponry and near-impenetrable armor, they are the most devastating unit in the Cabal's roster.<ref>'''Bungie (09/09/2014''', ''[[Destiny]], [[Grimoire]]: [[Grimoire:Enemies/Cabal#Colossus|Colossus]]''</ref> They are mighty enough that a stomp of their feet can shake the ground beneath them.<ref>[https://www.ishtar-collective.net/cards/crimson-days?highlight=colossus Crimson Days]</ref>


==Gameplay==
==Gameplay==
===Destiny===
===Destiny===
The Colossus is the single most dangerous Cabal unit in the order of battle, clad in nearly impenetrable armor and armed with a devastating arsenal of heavy weapons. Their primary weapon of choice is none other than the [[Heavy Slug Thrower]], a large rotary machine gun which fires a hailstorm of microrockets at an incredibly fast rate. It is also shockingly accurate at long range, rendering any position on the battlefield potentially unfit for cover. Any Guardian who steps in its line of suppressive fire will have their shield melted in the blink of an eye and will be unable to fight back, for the microrockets fired can knock the player's aim off by a significant amount, so it best to stay mobile and run away.
The Colossus is the single most dangerous Cabal unit in the order of battle, clad in nearly impenetrable armor and armed with a devastating arsenal of heavy weapons. Their primary weapon of choice is none other than the Heavy Slug Thrower, a large rotary machine gun which fires a storm of microrockets at an incredibly fast rate. It is also shockingly accurate at long range, rendering any position on the battlefield potentially unfit for cover. Any [[Guardian]] who steps in its line of suppressive fire will have their shield melted in the blink of an eye and will be unable to fight back, for the microrockets fired can knock the player's aim off by a significant amount, so it's best to stay mobile and run away.


Colossi also have the ability to fire homing missile swarms from pods on the back of their armor.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W6eFgqDnK7M '''Youtube:''' ''Destiny -- Dust Palace Strike Walkthrough (Only on PlayStation)'']</ref> These missiles have a high velocity and blast radius, so dodging them can prove to be a difficult prospect because if a full barrage hits their target they could swiftly destroy the player. Although Colossi dominate at long range, facing them up close is a bad idea as they will unleash a three-hundred-sixty degree ground smash called the "Quake" that can instantly kill Guardians. For those few that survive, they will suffer massive damage and tremendous knockback, causing them to die of impact with a hard surface at sufficient distance.
Colossi also have the ability to fire homing missile swarms from pods on the back of their armor.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W6eFgqDnK7M '''Youtube:''' ''Destiny -- Dust Palace Strike Walkthrough (Only on PlayStation)'']</ref> These missiles have a high velocity and blast radius, so dodging them can prove to be a difficult prospect because if a full barrage hits their target they could swiftly destroy the player. Although Colossi dominate at long range, facing them up close is still a bad idea, as they will unleash a three-hundred-sixty degree ground smash called the "Quake" that can instantly kill Guardians. For those few that survive, they will suffer massive damage and tremendous knockback, causing them to die of impact with a hard surface at sufficient distance.


However, as fearsome as the Colossus is, they can prove to be vulnerable due to their low mobility, despite their ferocious size and strength. Precision weapons are good for taking them out at a distance while fully automatic weapons allow them a quick death up close.
However, as fearsome as the Colossus is, they can prove to be vulnerable due to their low mobility, despite their ferocious size and strength. Precision weapons are good for taking them out at a distance while fully automatic weapons allow them a quick death up close.


===Destiny 2===
===Destiny 2===
In ''Destiny 2'', Colossi primarily wield [[Cabal Slug Launcher]]s, though the Heavy Slug Thrower had its name changed to Power Slug Thrower, it still exists in their arsenal. They also utilize a new form of Cabal Cluster Missiles, which are fired in larger clusters, deal [[Arc]] damage, and have a longer range. If these missiles hit, they will blind, deafen and slow the the target for a few seconds, similar to the a shorter Fallen [[Web Mine]]. Movement wise, though they are still slow walkers, Colossi now also utilize their jetpacks more often than in the previous game. Finally, when the Shielded Foes [[Modifier]] is active, Colossi now gain Arc [[Absorption Shield]]s.
In ''[[Destiny 2]]'', Colossi primarily wield Cabal Slug Launchers, though the Heavy Slug Thrower still exists in their arsenal, renamed to Power Slug Thrower. They also utilize a new form of Cabal Cluster Missiles, which are fired in larger clusters, deal [[Arc]] damage, and have a longer range. If these missiles hit, they will blind, deafen and slow the target for a few seconds, similar to the a shorter-lasting Fallen [[Web Mine]]. Movement wise, though they are still slow walkers, Colossi now also utilize their jetpacks more often than in the previous game. Finally, when the Shielded Foes [[Modifier]] is active, Colossi now gain Arc [[Absorption Shield]]s.


==Known Colossi==
==Known Colossi==
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*[[Valus Tau'ugh]]
*[[Valus Tau'ugh]]


===[[Cabal Deserters|Deserter]] Colossi===
===Legionless Colossi===
*[[Bracus Gu'ulan, Shamed Legionary]]
*[[Bracus Gu'ulan, Shamed Legionary]]
*[[Ghalar, The Fugitive]]
*[[Ghalar, The Fugitive]]
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*[[Primus Cal'aug]]
*[[Primus Cal'aug]]
*[[Prusk, the Unequaled Maul]]
*[[Prusk, the Unequaled Maul]]
*[[Saarut, Blood Infernal]]
*[[Saruut, Blood Infernal]]
*[[Ta'aul, Disgraced Colossus]]
*[[Ta'aul, Disgraced Colossus]]
*[[Taskmaster Vazar]]
*[[Taskmaster Vazar]]
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===[[Shadow Legion|Shadow]] Colossi===
===[[Shadow Legion|Shadow]] Colossi===
*[[Artillery Commander]]
*[[Emperor Calus|Calus, The Disciple]]
*[[Emperor Calus|Calus, The Disciple]]
*[[Gha'ram]]
*[[Gha'ram]]
*[[Kar'uul, Indomitable Champion]]
*[[Kar'uul, Indomitable Champion]]
*[[Ludus, Array Foreguard]]
*[[Ludus, Array Foreguard]]
*[[Tarnus, Shadow Legion Taskmaster]]
*[[Val Bho'kaurl]]
*[[Val Bho'kaurl]]
*[[Valus Gathurn]]
*[[Valus Gathurn]]
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{{Col-end}}
{{Col-end}}


==Types==
==Variants==
;Notable Variations
;Notable Variations
*[[Loyalist Colossus]] - Colossus of the [[Loyalists]].
*[[Loyalist Colossus]] - Colossus of the [[Loyalists]].
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*[[Aspirant of Nezarec]]
*[[Aspirant of Nezarec]]
*[[Barrier Conquest Keymaster]]
*[[Barrier Conquest Keymaster]]
*[[Bound Colossus]]
*[[Scytale]]
*[[Scytale]]
*[[Brawl Gladiator]]
*[[Brawl Gladiator]]
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*[[Conquest Keymaster]]
*[[Conquest Keymaster]]
*[[Deceived Colossus]]
*[[Deceived Colossus]]
*[[Demolitionist]]
*[[Elite Mercury Conqueror]]
*[[Elite Mercury Conqueror]]
*[[Etherbound Familiar]]
*[[Ether-Shielded Bulwark]]
*[[Excavation Valus]]
*[[Excavation Valus]]
*[[Excavator Valus]]
*[[Excavator Valus]]
*[[EZ Colossus]]
*[[EZ Colossus]]
*[[Grim Harbinger]]
*[[Honorchasing Colossus]]
*[[Honorchasing Colossus]]
{{Col-2}}
{{Col-2}}
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*[[Infiltrator Valus]]
*[[Infiltrator Valus]]
*[[Keymaster Colossus]]
*[[Keymaster Colossus]]
*[[Nest Keeper]]
*[[Outlaw Colossus]]
*[[Outlaw Colossus]]
*[[Phased Colossus]]
*[[Phased Colossus]]
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*[[Terrestrial Lieutenant]]
*[[Terrestrial Lieutenant]]
*[[Uprooted Gladiator]]
*[[Uprooted Gladiator]]
*[[Witness's Conscript]]
{{Col-end}}
{{Col-end}}


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*During the development of ''[[Destiny]]'', Colossi were originally called Gladiators.  
*During the development of ''[[Destiny]]'', Colossi were called Gladiators.  
**The name [[Gladiator]] was later used for a new Cabal enemy in Destiny 2.
**The name [[Gladiator]] was later used for a new Cabal enemy in ''Destiny 2''.
**However there are few instances of unique Colossi units being called Gladiator in [[Destiny 2]], with an example being a [[Brawl Gladiator]].
**However there are few instances of unique Colossi units being called Gladiator in ''Destiny 2'', for example the [[Brawl Gladiator]].


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
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**''[[Lightfall]]''
**''[[Lightfall]]''
**''[[Season of Defiance]]''
**''[[Season of Defiance]]''
**''[[The Final Shape]]''
**''[[Episode: Echoes]]''
**''[[Episode: Revenant]]''


==References==
==References==

Latest revision as of 06:46, December 19, 2024

Destiny 2
Colossus
Colossus (RL).png
Statistics

Species:

Cabal

Legion(s):

Red Legion
Loyalists
Imperial Cabal
Shadow Legion

Role(s):

Elite Heavy Infantry

Combat information

Weapon(s):

Arc Cabal Slug Launcher (common)
Solar Power Slug Thrower (uncommon)
Arc Cabal Cluster Missiles

Abilities:

Arc Absorption Shield (high difficulty)
Blinding Effect
Slowness Debuff
High Durability
Limited Flight
Kinetic Quake

 
Destiny
Colossus
Grimoire Colossus.jpg
Statistics

Species:

Cabal

Legion(s):

Blind Legion
Dust Giants
Sand Eaters
Siege Dancers
Skyburners
Broken Legion

Role(s):

Elite Heavy Infantry

Combat information

Weapon(s):

Solar Heavy Slug Thrower
Solar Cabal Cluster Missiles

Abilities:

High Durability
Kinetic Quake

 

"Where a Colossus stands, many will fall."
— Grimoire description.

The Colossus is a robust type of Cabal elite warrior.

Overview[edit]

Massive, even for Cabal standards, Colossi lead through their own relentless demeanor, wielding devastating Gatling-style Heavy Slug Throwers and Railgun-like Cabal Slug Launchers.[1] Colossi also posses radios that allow them to make reports back to their command centers.[2] They tower over most Cabal infantry with their rapid fire weaponry and near-impenetrable armor, they are the most devastating unit in the Cabal's roster.[3] They are mighty enough that a stomp of their feet can shake the ground beneath them.[4]

Gameplay[edit]

Destiny[edit]

The Colossus is the single most dangerous Cabal unit in the order of battle, clad in nearly impenetrable armor and armed with a devastating arsenal of heavy weapons. Their primary weapon of choice is none other than the Heavy Slug Thrower, a large rotary machine gun which fires a storm of microrockets at an incredibly fast rate. It is also shockingly accurate at long range, rendering any position on the battlefield potentially unfit for cover. Any Guardian who steps in its line of suppressive fire will have their shield melted in the blink of an eye and will be unable to fight back, for the microrockets fired can knock the player's aim off by a significant amount, so it's best to stay mobile and run away.

Colossi also have the ability to fire homing missile swarms from pods on the back of their armor.[5] These missiles have a high velocity and blast radius, so dodging them can prove to be a difficult prospect because if a full barrage hits their target they could swiftly destroy the player. Although Colossi dominate at long range, facing them up close is still a bad idea, as they will unleash a three-hundred-sixty degree ground smash called the "Quake" that can instantly kill Guardians. For those few that survive, they will suffer massive damage and tremendous knockback, causing them to die of impact with a hard surface at sufficient distance.

However, as fearsome as the Colossus is, they can prove to be vulnerable due to their low mobility, despite their ferocious size and strength. Precision weapons are good for taking them out at a distance while fully automatic weapons allow them a quick death up close.

Destiny 2[edit]

In Destiny 2, Colossi primarily wield Cabal Slug Launchers, though the Heavy Slug Thrower still exists in their arsenal, renamed to Power Slug Thrower. They also utilize a new form of Cabal Cluster Missiles, which are fired in larger clusters, deal Arc damage, and have a longer range. If these missiles hit, they will blind, deafen and slow the target for a few seconds, similar to the a shorter-lasting Fallen Web Mine. Movement wise, though they are still slow walkers, Colossi now also utilize their jetpacks more often than in the previous game. Finally, when the Shielded Foes Modifier is active, Colossi now gain Arc Absorption Shields.

Known Colossi[edit]

Dust Giant Colossi[edit]

Siege Dancer Colossi[edit]

Skyburner Colossi[edit]

Legionless Colossi[edit]

Imperial Colossi[edit]

Red Legion Colossi[edit]

Loyalist Colossi[edit]

Shadow Colossi[edit]

Proxy Colossi[edit]

Nightmare Colossi[edit]

Variants[edit]

Notable Variations
Common Variants
Specific Variants

Trivia[edit]

  • During the development of Destiny, Colossi were called Gladiators.
    • The name Gladiator was later used for a new Cabal enemy in Destiny 2.
    • However there are few instances of unique Colossi units being called Gladiator in Destiny 2, for example the Brawl Gladiator.

Gallery[edit]

  • A Dust Giants Colossus.

    A Dust Giants Colossus.

  • A Colossus challenges their opponents.

    A Colossus challenges their opponents.

  • A Blind Legion Colossus.

    A Blind Legion Colossus.

  • A Siege Dancers Colossus.

    A Siege Dancers Colossus.

  • A Sand Eaters Colossus.

    A Sand Eaters Colossus.

  • A Skyburners Colossus.

    A Skyburners Colossus.

  • A Colossus firing his Heavy Slug Thrower.

    A Colossus firing his Heavy Slug Thrower.

  • A Colossus facing three Guardians in The Law Of The Jungle.

    A Colossus facing three Guardians in The Law Of The Jungle.

  • A helmetless Colossus firing its Heavy Slug Thrower in The Law Of The Jungle.

    A helmetless Colossus firing its Heavy Slug Thrower in The Law Of The Jungle.

  • A helmetless Colossus.

    A helmetless Colossus.

  • Helmetless render of Colossus.

    Helmetless render of Colossus.

  • A Loyalists Colossus.

    A Loyalists Colossus.

  • An Elite Colossus in Destiny 2.

    An Elite Colossus in Destiny 2.

  • A Colossus clad in gold armor, usually a Major.

    A Colossus clad in gold armor, usually a Major.

  • Front render of the Destiny 2 Colossus.

    Front render of the Destiny 2 Colossus.

  • Back render of the Destiny 2 Colossus.

    Back render of the Destiny 2 Colossus.

  • D2 Colossus Render 1.jpg
  • A Colossus of the Shadow Legion.

    A Colossus of the Shadow Legion.

List of appearances[edit]

References[edit]

  1. ^ Game Informer January 2014, page 55
  2. ^ Ancient Apocalypse Mask
  3. ^ Bungie (09/09/2014, Destiny, Grimoire: Colossus
  4. ^ Crimson Days
  5. ^ Youtube: Destiny -- Dust Palace Strike Walkthrough (Only on PlayStation)

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