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[[File:Destiny-CabalPhalanx.jpg|thumb| | {{Boss infobox | ||
|name= Phalanx | |||
|image= [[File:Destiny-CabalPhalanx.jpg|thumb]] | |||
|species= [[Cabal]] | |||
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|weapon= [[Slug Rifle]] <br> [[Cabal Shield]] | |||
|ability= Shield Lunge | |||
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'''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 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. | '''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 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. | ||
