Black Shield

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"The Cabal are too structured, too disciplined. Let's show 'em what fun looks like."

— Grimoire card

Black Shield is a Crucible map located in Firebase Thuria, Phobos.

While Ghost derides Cabal programming this base has some impressive displays and interfaces as seen in the detached structure. Some sizable cabling connects this structure to the larger central structure. Based on the stacks of equipment seen above the displays and output screens, the detached structure possibly is used for processing sensor data though it is unlikely a command center given the structure's peripheral location.

Grimoire Description

Codenamed "Black Shield," this decommissioned Firebase is believed to have been a key position used by the Cabal as they established their warbase on the surface of Mars. With the majority of their forces stationed planet side, Guardians have been able to claim Black Shield as a competitive training ground.

Both Shaxx and Commander Zavala have questioned the Cabal's strategy, believing that forfeiting such a strategic position may one day leave the Cabal, and Mars, open to a proper offensive.

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Trivia

• Occasionally a Harvester will spawn just outside the map. It cannot be affected by Guardians nor will it shoot at them.
• Four Cabal warships can be seen in the skybox.

List of appearances

• Destiny
  • House of Wolves (First appearance)