For players, choosing the Hunter class "satisfies a survivalist fantasy." During Bungie's GDC 2013 Panel, Bungie said that the Hunter class is meant to be reminiscent of the classic "bounty hunter," citing influences such as Han Solo and classic characters from old Western films such as Clint Eastwood's Man with No Name.Subclasses įor a full list of Hunters, please see Category:Hunters. Hunters' method of attack has an emphasis on dealing high damage from short and medium range. While Hunters, like all Guardians, can use any and all weapons in-game, they employ a unique utility blade, the Hunter Knife, for stealth kills and melee combat. Īlso, as with the other player classes, in addition to helmets, chest armor, gauntlets, and leg armor, Hunters have a special fifth armor slot that is unique to their class and further helps to distinguish them: a cloak worn on the head and back. Hunters can be easily distinguished in-game by their signature hooded cloaks, thin builds, and lightly armored outfits, which contain an armor-to-cloth ratio of about 50:50. Some fear them as being too reckless and dangerous, but their bravery has led to many discoveries dating back to the Golden Age. Though Hunters prefer working alone, others see the value of working with other Guardians as part of a fireteam. This heritage has led to their characteristic tendency of bending the rules to suit their particular situation.
Through manipulation of the Traveler's energies, Hunters learned how to survive in the wild.
Hunters were once survivors that roamed the wastelands and wilderness making their own luck.