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On September 2, 2005, Bungie announced that they'd be putting together a collection of rare (mostly one-of-a-kind) memorabilia to be auctioned off to help with the Hurricane Katrina relief effort. It took a little while to work out the logistics... but on October 28, the auctions were finally ready to go live. Below, you can find the goodies available for auction (click the images for larger views); remember that these auctions are not limited to the US—anyone in the world can bid. Shipping on all items is free (paid for by Bungie), and 100% of the final price, minus eBay's fees, will go directly to the American Red Cross for disaster relief. (Charitable auctions on eBay are overseen by MissionFish, to ensure that the named charity actually gets what was promised to it.) So what are you waiting for? Go bid! See all auctions (with current bids) on one page, at eBay  Halo Action Figure Variety Fun HourA huge box, jam-packed with a tremendous assortment of Halo action figures that includes some old favorites and some important rare gems. You can find a full listing at the Auction page. And no, none of them have been removed from their original packaging so calm down. Go to this auction now! (This auction is over! Final Price: $1275.00)
 Humongous Master Chief SculptureMeasuring three feet in height, these custom-molded Chiefs are impressive, intimidating and almost big enough to serve as a carpool buddy. Dual wielding, fresh from the fight, this is one of the most evocative pieces of Halo 2 schwag ever conceived. It really is sweet. (There are three available for auction.) Go to this auction now! (This auction is over! Final Price: $900.00)
 Bungie "Jam Board"At nearly 50 colossal inches wide, this enormous foam-core art board is emblazoned with art, commentary and even code from Bungie's leading lights. There's art from Robt and Lorraine McLees, math from Charlie Gough, music from Marty O'Donnell, one frame of animation from Nathan Walpole and much, much more! Certain to be a big draw. Hahah, geddit? Go to this auction now! (This auction is over! Final Price: $610.00)
 Autographed Fall of Reach Cover ArtFramed, matted and signed by author Eric Nylund, the Fall of Reach is often mentioned as the best Halo novel yet. Fans of Nylund and the Halo universe can hang this proudly in their Library. Their huge, repetitive, multi-tiered, purple-blue Library... Go to this auction now! (This auction is over! Final Price: $177.50)
 Fight the Flood Original SketchLorraine and Robt McLees' inspired Fight the Flood illustration is the picture that launched $175,000. A monochromatic rendering of our hero putting boot to ass (or at least organic waste-ejecta valve) is as filled with meaning now as it is with mirth. A true collector's item. Measures 11.5"x8.5". Go to this auction now! (This auction is over! Final Price: $380.00)
 Ascension Original Concept ArtOriginal concept art for the Halo 2 multiplayer map, Ascension. This piece is framed and matted, autographed by the map's creator, Chris Carney, and features a short paragraph describing Chris' map creation process. Bungie normally archives all game-related original materials, so this one is a big deal. Measures 22.75"x15.5". Go to this auction now! (This auction is over! Final Price: $425.00)
 Signed Halo 2 Box Art PosterMeasuring 26"x38" this now iconic art is signed by the majority of the Bungie team, framed and just plain pretty. A truly lovely piece, steeped in history and utterly collectible. Go to this auction now! (This auction is over! Final Price: $1736.70)
 Multiplayer Map Pack Concept SketchAnother rarely available original Bungie piece. This is the original concept sketch by Lorraine McLees for the Halo 2 Multiplayer Map Pack box cover. The final box art is positioned adjacent to the sketch for comparison. This is framed, matted and signed by the artist herself. Measures 25"x21". Go to this auction now! (This auction is over! Final Price: $354.93)
 Chief's TurfThis fantastic piece of art, measuring 26"x38" shows Chief in classic dual-wielding pose and totally in command of Turf, one of the new levels from the Multiplayer Map Pack. It's signed and occasionally illustrated by a large percentage of the Bungie team, and a must-have for the serious Halo 2 collector. Go to this auction now! (This auction is over! Final Price: $1225.00)
 The Shaming of the CommanderThis print is from an alternate angle during one of Halo 2's cutscenes. Created using debug Halo 2 code, we see Brutes escorting the Fleet Commander away from the Prophets. This image is framed and matted and signed by the Bungie Halo 2 Cinematics Team, including Joe Staten, Lee Wilson and CJ Cowan. Measures 25"x15.75". Go to this auction now! (This auction is over! Final Price: $860.00)
 The Making of the ArbiterAnother cinematic print, the newly commissioned Arbiter stands before the Prophet of Truth to receive his armor. This print is framed, matted and signed by the Bungie Halo 2 Cinematic Team including Joe Staten, Lee Wilson and CJ Cowan. Measures 25"x15.75". Go to this auction now! (This auction is over! Final Price: $474.00)
 Signed, Hardcover Fall of ReachThis is a surprisingly rare hardcover copy of the "Fall of Reach" novel, autographed by author Eric Nylund. Again, another must-have for fans of the novel series. Go to this auction now! (This auction is over! Final Price: $305.00)
 Original Mister Chief ArtOne of the few Mister Chiefs rendered right-handed, on real paper, without MS Paint, this could easily be the most sought-after work of art in modern times. Expected to sell for significantly more than Van Gogh's Sunflowers, it is a startling, daring reflection of one man's inhumanity to crayons. Measures 16"x17.5". in space, but leaps the vast gulf of infinitude in terms of sheer quality. Signed and dated by its notoriously modest and reclusive artist. Go to this auction now! (This auction is over! Final Price: $434.34)
 Original Myth Concept ArtDefinitely one for true Bungie fans, this is an original model sheet of the "Trow" character from the legendary Myth franchise. Autographed by artist Juan Ramirez. Measures 18.75"x13.5". Go to this auction now! (This auction is over! Final Price: $285.00)
 One One Se7en Original DrawingNot only an original piece, but custom tailored for its purchaser! This is a hand-drawn, hand-colored One One Se7en cartoon from Stuntmutt. (Not Bungie-originated, but the deal is the same - no shipping.) Lens flare not included. Go to this auction now! (This auction is over! Final Price: $310.00)
 I Love Bees Commemorative DVDContributed by weephun, a fan with a heart, this is one of the original I Love Bees Commemorative DVDs given out at the live events that ended the alternate reality game in the summer of 2004. Update, October 30: It looks like the development team and actors have agreed to sign this item - so you'll be receiving a one-of-a-kind item if you bid on this! Thanks again to weephun for coordinating it all. Go to this auction now! (This auction is over! Final Price: $162.50)
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