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[[File:Sparrowleftrear.jpg|250px|right|thumb|Action shot of the Sparrow from the E3 Destiny Gameplay Demo]]
[[File:Sparrowleftrear.jpg|250px|right|thumb|Action shot of the Sparrow from the E3 Destiny Gameplay Demo]]


The '''Sparrow''' is a single-occupant vehicle used by [[Guardians]], primarily for fast travel across long distances within a playable zone. Each Guardian is issued such a vehicle, which is stored aboard their [[personal spaceship]] and can be summoned for use as needed.<ref name="Gamespot Interview with Joe Staten at 2013 E3 Demo">[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=es8peAOwntw '''Gamespot''': ''Destiny - E3 2013 Stage Demo interview with Joseph Staten'']</ref>
The '''Sparrow''' is a single-occupant vehicle used by [[Guardians]], primarily for fast travel across long distances within a playable zone. Each Guardian is issued such a vehicle, which is stored aboard their [[personal spaceship]] and can be summoned for use as needed.<ref name="Gamespot Interview with Joe Staten at 2013 E3 Demo">[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=es8peAOwntw '''Gamespot''': ''Destiny - E3 2013 Stage Demo interview with Joseph Staten'']</ref> Its stats can be improved within the game.<ref name = "Red"/>


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*In terms of overall design and function, the Sparrow bears a striking resemblance to [[w:c:starwars:Speeder bike|speeder bikes]] from the ''[[w:c:starwars:Star Wars|Star Wars]]'' franchise.
*In terms of overall design and function, the Sparrow bears a striking resemblance to [[w:c:starwars:Speeder bike|speeder bikes]] from the ''[[w:c:starwars:Star Wars|Star Wars]]'' franchise.
*Its design resembles that of the [[Shrike]].
*Its design resembles that of the [[Shrike]].
*Those who pre-order ''[[Destiny]]'' from Gamestop will receive an upgraded red Sparrow DLC bonus (though its stats can be matched through in-game upgrades). The color will remain a pre-order exclusive until January 1, 2015.<ref name = "Red">[http://www.pushsquare.com/news/2014/04/pre_order_ps4_shooter_destiny_for_an_upgraded_red_sparrow '''Push''': ''Pre-Order PS4 Shooter Destiny for an Upgraded Red Sparrow'']</ref>


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
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File:Sparrowcircle.jpg|A pair of Guardians, riding Sparrows into battle against a [[Devil Walker]].
File:Sparrowcircle.jpg|A pair of Guardians, riding Sparrows into battle against a [[Devil Walker]].
File:Out Here in the Wild ViDoc, Racing Pikes.gif|Two Guardians on Sparrows.
File:Out Here in the Wild ViDoc, Racing Pikes.gif|Two Guardians on Sparrows.
File:Sparrow-red.jpg|The red Sparrow pre-order skin
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Revision as of 05:17, May 1, 2014

Action shot of the Sparrow from the E3 Destiny Gameplay Demo

The Sparrow is a single-occupant vehicle used by Guardians, primarily for fast travel across long distances within a playable zone. Each Guardian is issued such a vehicle, which is stored aboard their personal spaceship and can be summoned for use as needed.[1] Its stats can be improved within the game.[2]

Trivia

  • In terms of overall design and function, the Sparrow bears a striking resemblance to speeder bikes from the Star Wars franchise.
  • Its design resembles that of the Shrike.
  • Those who pre-order Destiny from Gamestop will receive an upgraded red Sparrow DLC bonus (though its stats can be matched through in-game upgrades). The color will remain a pre-order exclusive until January 1, 2015.[2]

Gallery

List of appearances

Sources