Difference between revisions of "Hermes"
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{{Quotation|'''The Scout''' challenging the Sniper|You'll never hit me! You'll never hit my tiny head! It's so tiny! I got a frickin'... such a tiny li'l head!|sound=Scout dominationsnp05.wav}} | {{Quotation|'''The Scout''' challenging the Sniper|You'll never hit me! You'll never hit my tiny head! It's so tiny! I got a frickin'... such a tiny li'l head!|sound=Scout dominationsnp05.wav}} | ||
− | The '''Hermes''' is a [[Steam Workshop|community-created]] [[Cosmetic items|cosmetic item]] for the [[Scout]]. It is a team-color tinted beige cadet hat with | + | The '''Hermes''' is a [[Steam Workshop|community-created]] [[Cosmetic items|cosmetic item]] for the [[Scout]]. It is a team-color tinted beige cadet hat with Scout's logo emblazoned on front. Team-colored goggles are positioned above the brim. |
The Hermes was [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2232 contributed] to the Steam Workshop. | The Hermes was [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2232 contributed] to the Steam Workshop. | ||
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== Trivia == | == Trivia == | ||
− | * In Greek mythology, [[w:Hermes|Hermes]] | + | * In Greek mythology, [[w:Hermes|Hermes]] functions as the messenger of the Gods. He is best known for his ability to move extremely quickly, much like how the Scout is known for being the fastest class. |
− | * | + | ** Scout's class icon (displayed above the brim of the hat) is reminiscent of Hermes's winged shoes. |
+ | * In the item's description, "[[w:Shooting the messenger|Don't shoot the messenger]]" refers to the act of blaming the bearer of bad news. Although the phrase is metaphorical, it can be taken literally in this context, as Scout ("the messenger") is literally shot at while on the battlefield. | ||
== Gallery == | == Gallery == |
Revision as of 21:26, 2 January 2023
“ | You'll never hit me! You'll never hit my tiny head! It's so tiny! I got a frickin'... such a tiny li'l head!
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— The Scout challenging the Sniper
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The Hermes is a community-created cosmetic item for the Scout. It is a team-color tinted beige cadet hat with Scout's logo emblazoned on front. Team-colored goggles are positioned above the brim.
The Hermes was contributed to the Steam Workshop.
Painted variants
Main article: Paint Can
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Update history
October 13, 2011 Patch #1 (Manniversary Update & Sale)
- The Hermes was added to the game.
July 7, 2016 Patch #1 (Meet Your Match Update)
- [Undocumented] Added Strange quality.
Trivia
- In Greek mythology, Hermes functions as the messenger of the Gods. He is best known for his ability to move extremely quickly, much like how the Scout is known for being the fastest class.
- Scout's class icon (displayed above the brim of the hat) is reminiscent of Hermes's winged shoes.
- In the item's description, "Don't shoot the messenger" refers to the act of blaming the bearer of bad news. Although the phrase is metaphorical, it can be taken literally in this context, as Scout ("the messenger") is literally shot at while on the battlefield.
Gallery
Hermes as seen in the Manniversary Update.
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