Banshee: Covenant Vehicles

Learn how to effectively pilot the Banshee in Halo Infinite! Discover its strengths, weaknesses, weaponry, and where to find this powerful Covenant aircraft.

Alright, let's talk about the Banshee in Halo Infinite. This is one of those Covenant vehicles that can really turn the tide of a Big Team Battle match if you know how to handle it. Think of it as a flying glass cannon – super powerful, but you gotta be careful!

Here's a quick rundown:

Seats	Armor	Weaponry	Alt Fire
1	Weak	Plasma Cannon / Plasma Bomb	Yes

So, you've got one seat, which means you're flying solo. The armor is definitely on the weaker side, so you can't just soak up damage like a tank. But your weapons are no joke! You've got Plasma Cannons for taking down other vehicles and players, and you can switch to Plasma Bombs by pressing Y. Those bombs are awesome for hitting enemies from a distance.

Strengths:

• Battlefield Havoc: This thing can cause absolute chaos. A great move is to fly over areas packed with enemies and rain down Plasma Bombs. It's a fantastic way to strip their shields, making it super easy for your teammates to clean up.
• Evasive Maneuvers: You can pull off some slick dodges! While moving, press LB and flick the left analog stick left or right to perform evasive maneuvers. This is key to staying alive.

Weaknesses:

• Fragile Frame: Like I said, the armor isn't great. Don't hang out in enemy fire for too long, or you'll be an easy target.
• Battery Drain: You can use LT to boost, which is super helpful for getting out of sticky situations. But be warned, the battery drains fast! Once it's empty, you'll have to wait for it to recharge. Keep an eye on that.

How to Take Down a Banshee:

If you're on the receiving end, focus your fire on the Wings – that's its weak spot. If you've got the Skewer, you can one-shot it, which is pretty satisfying!

Where to Find a Banshee:

You won't always find a Banshee just lying around. In Big Team Battle matches, keep an eye out for the Pelican. This AI-controlled vehicle will drop off a Banshee periodically on maps like Deadlock, Highpower, and Fragmentation. You can't control the Pelican, but you can definitely benefit from its deliveries!