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[[File:CBRNHUL.png|right|thumb|300px|The external Hardened Uplink (left) and a [[CBRN module]] (right).]]
The '''Hardened Uplink''' ('''HUL''') is an external helmet attachment compatible with helmet variants of the [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor]].{{Ref/Game|HR|Armor permutations (Halo: Reach)|Armory}}
The '''Hardened Uplink''' ('''HUL''') is an external helmet attachment compatible with helmet variants of the [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor]].{{Ref/Game|HR|Armor permutations (Halo: Reach)|Armory}}


==Usage==
==Usage==
The HUL was designed for acquisition of military intelligence,{{Ref/Game|Id=milint|HR|Armor permutations (Halo: Reach)|Armory|Detail=Mark V[B], CQC, EOD, Operator, EVA, Security & CQB - UA/HUL Helmet Descriptions|Quote=Up-armored variant with hardened uplink module for MILINT acquisition.}} and is required for personnel employing the Recon or Pilot helmets while on sensitive operations.{{Ref/Game|Id=Recon|HR|Armor permutations (Halo: Reach)|Armory|Detail=Recon - HUL Helmet Description|Quote=External hardened uplink for MILINT acquisition; reserved for sensitive OPs.}}{{Ref/Game|Id=Pilot|HR|Armor permutations (Halo: Reach)|Armory|Detail=Pilot - HUL[3] Helmet Description|Quote=Third-generation external hardened uplink for MILINT acquisition; required for sensitive OPs.}} When used in conjunction with the [[Command Network Module]], it is a favorite of [[UNSC Army Pathfinders|pathfinder units]] employing the [[AIR ASSAULT-class Mjolnir]] helmet.{{Ref/Game|Id=AA|HR|Armor permutations (Halo: Reach)|Armory|Detail=Air Assault - FC-I Helmet Description|Quote=Command network module-Improved; external hardened uplink. A favorite of Pathfinder units.}} The device is often integrated with remote sensors into a [[hardened uplink/remote sensor package]].
The HUL was designed for acquisition of military intelligence,{{Ref/Game|Id=milint|HR|Armor permutations (Halo: Reach)|Armory|Detail=Mark V[B], CQC, EOD, Operator, EVA, Security & CQB - UA/HUL Helmet Descriptions|Quote=Up-armored variant with hardened uplink module for MILINT acquisition.}} and is required for personnel employing the Pilot helmets while on sensitive operations.{{Ref/Game|Id=Pilot|HR|Armor permutations (Halo: Reach)|Armory|Detail=Pilot - HUL[3] Helmet Description|Quote=Third-generation external hardened uplink for MILINT acquisition; required for sensitive OPs.}} When used in conjunction with the [[Command Network Module]], it is a favorite of [[UNSC Army Pathfinders|pathfinder units]] employing the [[AIR ASSAULT-class Mjolnir]] helmet.{{Ref/Game|Id=AA|HR|Armor permutations (Halo: Reach)|Armory|Detail=Air Assault - FC-I Helmet Description|Quote=Command network module-Improved; external hardened uplink. A favorite of Pathfinder units.}} The device could be integrated with remote sensors into a [[hardened uplink/remote sensor package]].


===Compatibility===
===Compatibility===
The HUL has been observed to be compatible with the following helmets:
The HUL has been observed to be compatible with the following helmets:
*[[B-class Mjolnir|Mjolnir [B]]] {{C|Standard variant}}{{Ref/Reuse|milint}}
*[[COMMANDO-class Mjolnir|Commando]]{{C|HUL[3] variant}}{{Ref/Game|Id=Commando|HR|Armor permutations (Halo: Reach)|Armory|Detail=Commando - UA/FC-I[2] Helmet Description|Quote=Up-armored variant with external command network and hardened 3rd generation uplink modules.}}
*[[COMMANDO-class Mjolnir|Commando]] {{C|HUL[3] variant}}{{Ref/Game|Id=Commando|HR|Armor permutations (Halo: Reach)|Armory|Detail=Commando - UA/FC-I[2] Helmet Description|Quote=Up-armored variant with external command network and hardened 3rd generation uplink modules.}}
*[[EVA-class Mjolnir|EVA]]{{C|HUL[3] variant}}{{Ref/Game|Id=eva|HR|Armor permutations (Halo: Reach)|Armory|Detail=Commando - UA/HUL[3] Helmet Description|Quote=Up-armored variant with hardened 3rd generation uplink module for MILINT acquisition.}}
*[[CQB-class Mjolnir|CQB]] {{C|Standard variant}}{{Ref/Reuse|milint}}
**EVA [C] helmet {{C|HUL[3] variant}}{{Ref/Reuse|milint}}{{Ref|Group=Note|Id=evacerror|The in-game options in ''Halo: Reach'' Armory erroneously refer to the standard HUL attachment on EVA[C] as "CNM" and "HUL[3]".}}
*[[CQC-class Mjolnir|CQC]] {{C|Standard variant}}{{Ref/Reuse|milint}}
*[[EOD-class Mjolnir|EOD]] {{C|Standard variant}}{{Ref/Reuse|milint}}
*[[EVA-class Mjolnir|EVA]] {{C|HUL[3] variant}}{{Ref/Game|Id=eva|HR|Armor permutations (Halo: Reach)|Armory|Detail=Commando - UA/HUL[3] Helmet Description|Quote=Up-armored variant with hardened 3rd generation uplink module for MILINT acquisition.}}
**EVA [C] helmet {{C|Standard and HUL[3] variant}}{{Ref/Reuse|milint}}{{Ref|Group=Note|Id=evacerror|The in-game options in ''Halo: Reach'' Armory erroneously refer to the standard HUL attachment on EVA[C] as "CNM" and "HUL[3]".}}
*[[GRENADIER-class Mjolnir|Grenadier]] {{C|Standard variant}}{{Ref/Game|Id=grenadier|HR|Armor permutations (Halo: Reach)|Armory|Detail=Grenadier - UA/FC Helmet Description}}
*[[GRENADIER-class Mjolnir|Grenadier]] {{C|Standard variant}}{{Ref/Game|Id=grenadier|HR|Armor permutations (Halo: Reach)|Armory|Detail=Grenadier - UA/FC Helmet Description}}
*[[HAZOP-class Mjolnir|HAZOP]] {{C|Standard variant}}{{Ref/Game|Id=hazop|HR|Armor permutations (Halo: Reach)|Armory|Detail=HAZOP - CBRN/HUL Helmet Description|Quote=For operations in extremely hazardous environments; hardened uplink module.}}
*[[HAZOP-class Mjolnir|HAZOP]] {{C|Standard variant}}{{Ref/Game|Id=hazop|HR|Armor permutations (Halo: Reach)|Armory|Detail=HAZOP - CBRN/HUL Helmet Description|Quote=For operations in extremely hazardous environments; hardened uplink module.}}
*[[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor/Mark VI|Mark VI]] {{C|HUL[3] variant}}{{Ref/Game|Id=mk6|HR|Armor permutations (Halo: Reach)|Armory|Detail=Mark VI - FC-I[2] Helmet Description|Quote=External command network and hardened 3rd-generation uplink modules.}}
*[[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor/Mark VI|Mark VI]] {{C|HUL[3] variant}}{{Ref/Game|Id=mk6|HR|Armor permutations (Halo: Reach)|Armory|Detail=Mark VI - FC-I[2] Helmet Description|Quote=External command network and hardened 3rd-generation uplink modules.}}
*[[ODST armor|ODST]] {{C|Standard variant}}{{Ref/Game|Id=odst|HR|Armor permutations (Halo: Reach)|Armory|Detail=ODST - CBRN/HUL Helmet Description|Quote=For operations in hazard zones; hardened uplink module.}}
*[[ODST armor|ODST]] {{C|Standard variant}}{{Ref/Game|Id=odst|HR|Armor permutations (Halo: Reach)|Armory|Detail=ODST - CBRN/HUL Helmet Description|Quote=For operations in hazard zones; hardened uplink module.}}
*[[OPERATOR-class Mjolnir|Operator]] {{C|Standard variants}}{{Ref/Reuse|milint}}
*[[PILOT-class Mjolnir|Pilot]] {{C|HUL[3] variant}}{{Ref/Reuse|Pilot}}
*[[PILOT-class Mjolnir|Pilot]] {{C|HUL[3] variant}}{{Ref/Reuse|Pilot}}
*[[RECON-class Mjolnir|Recon]] {{C|Standard and HUL[3] variants}}{{Ref/Reuse|Recon}}{{Ref/Game|Id=Reconhul3|HR|Armor permutations (Halo: Reach)|Armory|Detail=Recon - UA/HUL[3] Helmet Description|Quote=Up-armored variant with hardened 3rd-generation uplink module for MILINT acquisition.}}
*[[RECON-class Mjolnir|Recon]] {{C|HUL[3] variants}}{{Ref/Reuse|Recon}}{{Ref/Game|Id=Reconhul3|HR|Armor permutations (Halo: Reach)|Armory|Detail=Recon - UA/HUL[3] Helmet Description|Quote=Up-armored variant with hardened 3rd-generation uplink module for MILINT acquisition.}}
*[[SECURITY-class Mjolnir|Security]] {{C|Standard variant}}{{Ref/Reuse|milint}}
*[[WRATH-class Mjolnir|Wrath]] {{C|Standard variant}}


==Variants==
==Variants==
The HUL has three observed variants, each with its own distinct physical appearance.
The HUL has three observed variants, each with its own distinct physical appearance.


===Standard HUL===
===Model 990101-1 FLAMINGO===
The standard HUL variant resembles a cube, and can be worn on either side of the helmet. Its adoption is reserved for personnel employing the Recon helmet during sensitive operations.{{Ref/Reuse|Recon}}
The Model 990101-1 FLAMINGO is an upgraded variant of the standard issue HUL unit.{{Ref/Game|Id=JFO|HR|Armor permutations (Halo: Reach)|Armory|Detail=JFO - HUL-I Helmet Description|Quote=External hardened uplink-improved; upgraded variant of the standard issue HUL unit.}} It features improved battlenet reception and bandwidth in challenging mission areas, like previously [[glassing|glassed]] planets.{{Ref/Game|HINF|Armor customization (Halo Infinite)|Armor Hall|Detail=HUL-I/XFTREC/FLAMINGO - Helmet Attachment Description|Quote=Codenamed FLAMINGO, the Model 990101-1 HUL-I (Hardened UpLink-Improved) improves battlenet reception and bandwidth in challenging mission areas, such as previously glassed worlds.}}
<gallery class=center>
File:HR MarkVB UAHUL Helmet Icon.png|The HUL on the UA variant of the Mark V[B] helmet.
File:HR CQC UAHUL Helmet Icon.png|The HUL on the UA variant of the CQC helmet.
File:HR ODST CBRNHUL Helmet Icon.png|The HUL, along with a [[CBRN module]], on the ODST helmet.
File:HR HAZOP CBRNHUL Helmet Icon.png|The HUL, along with a CBRN module, on the HAZOP helmet.
File:HR EOD UAHUL Helmet Icon.png|The HUL on the UA variant of the EOD helmet.
File:HR Operator UAHUL Helmet Icon.png|The HUL on the UA variant of the Operator helmet.
File:HR EVAC CNM Helmet Icon.png|The HUL on the EVA[C] helmet.{{Ref/Reuse|Group=Note|evacerror}}
File:HR EVAC UAHUL3 Helmet Icon.png|The HUL on the UA variant of the EVA[C] helmet.{{Ref/Reuse|Group=Note|evacerror}}
File:HR Recon HUL Helmet Icon.png|The HUL on the Recon helmet.{{Ref|Group=Note|Id=HULI|The in-game option in ''Halo: Reach'' Armory erroneously refers to the attachment as "HUL-I".}}
File:HR Security UAHUL Helmet Icon.png|The HUL on the UA variant of the Security helmet.
File:HR CQB UAHUL Helmet Icon.png|The HUL on the UA variant of the CQB helmet.
</gallery>


===HUL-I===
===COURIER PEARL===
The external '''Hardened Uplink-Improved''' ('''HUL-I''') is an upgraded variant of the standard issue HUL unit. It has only been observed as compatible to the [[JFO-class Mjolnir|JFO variant]].{{Ref/Game|Id=JFO|HR|Armor permutations (Halo: Reach)|Armory|Detail=JFO - HUL-I Helmet Description|Quote=External hardened uplink-improved; upgraded variant of the standard issue HUL unit.}}
Designed and manufactured by [[Watershed Division]],{{Ref/Game|Id=courierpearl|HINF|Armor customization (Halo Infinite)|Armor Hall|Detail=HUL[3]/BNR/COURIER PEARL - Helmet Attachment Description|Quote=COURIER PEARL is a 3rd generation HUL (Hardened UpLink) designed and manufactured by the Watershed Division for use by Section III and Spartan team leaders.}} the COURIER PEARL variant is the third-generation external hardened uplink for military intelligence acquisition.{{Ref/Reuse|eva}} Usually used by use by Section III and Spartan team leaders,{{Ref/Reuse|courierpearl}} its adoption is required for personnel employing the Pilot helmet during sensitive operations.{{Ref/Reuse|Pilot}}
<gallery class=center>>
File:HR JFO HULI Helmet Icon.png|The HUL-I on the JFO helmet.
</gallery>
 
===HUL[3]===
HUL[3] is the third-generation external hardened uplink for military intelligence acquisition.{{Ref/Reuse|eva}} Its adoption is required for personnel employing the Pilot helmet during sensitive operations.{{Ref/Reuse|Pilot}}
<gallery class=center>
<gallery class=center>
File:HR EVA UAHUL3 Helmet Icon.png|The HUL[3] on the UA variant of the EVA helmet.
File:HR EVA UAHUL3 Helmet Icon.png|The HUL[3] on the UA variant of the EVA helmet.
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</gallery>
</gallery>


===FC configurations===
==In-game information==
The modularity of the MJOLNIR armor has made it possible to attach multiple modules on the helmet. In cases where a HUL and a CNM and are both employed, the configurations are designated "FC", "FC-I", and "FC-I[2]" depending on the variants used. FC refers to the configuration in which an external HUL and the "tall" CNM variant are both attached to the helmet.{{Ref/Reuse|grenadier}} FC-I refers to the configuration in which an external HUL, along with the CNM-I, are integrated on the "camera" CNM variant, though this configuration has only been observed on the [[AIR ASSAULT-class Mjolnir|MJOLNIR/AA variant]].{{Ref/Reuse|AA}} FC-I[2] refers to the configuration in which both the HUL[3] and "tall" CNM are attached to the helmet.{{Ref/Reuse|Commando}}{{Ref/Game|Id=mk6|HR|Armor permutations (Halo: Reach)|Armory|Detail=Mark VI - FC-I[2] Helmet Description|Quote=External command network and hardened 3rd-generation uplink modules.}}
The HUL serves as a cosmetic option and has no impact on gameplay.
===''Halo: Reach''===
All three variants of the HUL are available as attachments on several helmets in the [[Armor customization (Halo: Reach)|armor permutations]] of ''[[Halo: Reach]]''. The device is priced at different levels of [[Credit]]s, depending on the base helmets. In ''[[Halo: The Master Chief Collection]]'', the same HUL-attached helmets are unlockable in [[Season 1: Noble]].
===''Halo Infinite''===
HUL attachments are as [[Armor customization (Halo Infinite)|customization options]] in ''[[Halo Infinite]]''. The release of ''Halo Infinite'' was accompanied by a series of retcons, with a HUL variant being changed into the CNM/BNR/FARNDALE.


<gallery class=center>
===Mark V [B] core===
File:HR Grenadier UAFC Helmet Icon.png|The FC configuration on the UA variant of the Grenadier helmet.
{| class="wikitable sortable" style="width: 100%;"
File:HR AirAssault FCI Helmet Icon.png|The FC-I configuration on the UA variant of the Air Assault helmet.
|-
File:HR Commando UAFCI2 Helmet Icon.png|The FC-I[2] configuration on the Commando helmet.
! scope="col" style="width: 15%" |Helmet Attachment
File:HR MarkVI FCI2 Helmet Icon.png|The FC-I[2] configuration on the Mark VI helmet.
! scope="col" style="width: 15%" |Manufacturer
</gallery>
! scope="col" style="width: 30%" |Lore
! scope="col" style="width: 10%" |Compatible Helmets
! scope="col" style="width: 10%" |Rarity
! scope="col" style="width: 20%" |Unlock Requirements
|-
|align="center"|[[File:HINF Hul-3-BNR COURIER PEARL Helmet Attachment Icon.png|75px]]<br/>[[Hardened Uplink|HUL[3]/BNR/COURIER PEARL]]
|Watershed Division
|COURIER PEARL is a 3rd generation HUL (Hardened UpLink) designed and manufactured by the Watershed Division for use by Section III and Spartan team leaders.
|
*Air Assault
*Commando
*EVA
*EVA [C]
*Mark VI
*ODST
*Scout
|Epic
|Season 01: Heroes of Reach Battle Pass level 18 (Premium)
 
|-
|align="center"|[[File:HINF HULI XFTREC FLAMINGO Helmet Attachment Icon.png|75px]]<br/>[[Hardened Uplink|HUL-I/XFTREC/FLAMINGO]]
|TBD
|Codenamed FLAMINGO, the Model 990101-1 HUL-I (Hardened UpLink-Improved) improves battlenet reception and bandwidth in challenging mission areas, such as previously glassed worlds.
|
*JFO
*Mark V [B]
|Epic
|TBD
 
|-
|align="center"|[[File:HINF HUL-I RS ARGON Helmet Attachment Icon.png|75px]]<br/>[[Hardened uplink/remote sensor package|HUL-I/RS/ARGON]]
|Materials Group
|AN/PZY-6000 ARGON ground reconnaissance and surveillance (RS) modules were introduced during the Covenant War as aerial and orbital sensor platforms became scarce.
|
*Scout
|Legendary
|Season 01: Heroes of Reach Battle Pass level 37 (Premium)


==Gameplay==
|}
The HUL and its variants serve as cosmetics and have no impact on gameplay.
===''Halo: Reach''===
All three variants of the HUL are available as attachments on several helmets in the [[Armor customization (Halo: Reach)|armor permutations]] of ''[[Halo: Reach]]''. The device is priced at different levels of [[Credit]]s, depending on the base helmets. In ''[[Halo: The Master Chief Collection]]'', the same HUL-attached helmets are unlockable in [[Season 1: Noble]].


==Production notes==
==Production notes==

Revision as of 13:29, February 17, 2022

The Hardened Uplink (HUL) is an external helmet attachment compatible with helmet variants of the MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor.[1]

Usage

The HUL was designed for acquisition of military intelligence,[2] and is required for personnel employing the Pilot helmets while on sensitive operations.[3] When used in conjunction with the Command Network Module, it is a favorite of pathfinder units employing the AIR ASSAULT-class Mjolnir helmet.[4] The device could be integrated with remote sensors into a hardened uplink/remote sensor package.

Compatibility

The HUL has been observed to be compatible with the following helmets:

Variants

The HUL has three observed variants, each with its own distinct physical appearance.

Model 990101-1 FLAMINGO

The Model 990101-1 FLAMINGO is an upgraded variant of the standard issue HUL unit.[13] It features improved battlenet reception and bandwidth in challenging mission areas, like previously glassed planets.[14]

COURIER PEARL

Designed and manufactured by Watershed Division,[15] the COURIER PEARL variant is the third-generation external hardened uplink for military intelligence acquisition.[6] Usually used by use by Section III and Spartan team leaders,[15] its adoption is required for personnel employing the Pilot helmet during sensitive operations.[3]

In-game information

The HUL serves as a cosmetic option and has no impact on gameplay.

Halo: Reach

All three variants of the HUL are available as attachments on several helmets in the armor permutations of Halo: Reach. The device is priced at different levels of Credits, depending on the base helmets. In Halo: The Master Chief Collection, the same HUL-attached helmets are unlockable in Season 1: Noble.

Halo Infinite

HUL attachments are as customization options in Halo Infinite. The release of Halo Infinite was accompanied by a series of retcons, with a HUL variant being changed into the CNM/BNR/FARNDALE.

Mark V [B] core

Helmet Attachment Manufacturer Lore Compatible Helmets Rarity Unlock Requirements
Season Pass Icon
HUL[3]/BNR/COURIER PEARL
Watershed Division COURIER PEARL is a 3rd generation HUL (Hardened UpLink) designed and manufactured by the Watershed Division for use by Section III and Spartan team leaders.
  • Air Assault
  • Commando
  • EVA
  • EVA [C]
  • Mark VI
  • ODST
  • Scout
Epic Season 01: Heroes of Reach Battle Pass level 18 (Premium)
Menu icon for Halo Infinite armor customization.
HUL-I/XFTREC/FLAMINGO
TBD Codenamed FLAMINGO, the Model 990101-1 HUL-I (Hardened UpLink-Improved) improves battlenet reception and bandwidth in challenging mission areas, such as previously glassed worlds.
  • JFO
  • Mark V [B]
Epic TBD
Season Pass Icon
HUL-I/RS/ARGON
Materials Group AN/PZY-6000 ARGON ground reconnaissance and surveillance (RS) modules were introduced during the Covenant War as aerial and orbital sensor platforms became scarce.
  • Scout
Legendary Season 01: Heroes of Reach Battle Pass level 37 (Premium)

Production notes

The CQC helmet with the "camera" CNM variant labelled as "HUL" in the Beta.
  • During the Halo: Reach Multiplayer Beta, the "camera" variant of the CNM on the CQC helmet, along with UA attachment on the Mark V[B] helmet, was labelled as HUL. Both helmet attachments costed 5,000 credits.
  • In the final release of Halo: Reach, four mislabeled helmet attachments involved the HUL:
    • The standard HUL variant mislabeled as the CNM on the EVA[C] helmet.
    • The standard HUL variant mislabeled as the UA/HUL[3] on the EVA[C] helmet.
    • The standard HUL variant mislabeled as the HUL-I on the Recon helmet.
    • The "Camera" CNM variant mislabeled as the UA/HUL-I on the Mark VI helmet.

Gallery

List of appearances

Notes

  1. ^ The in-game options in Halo: Reach Armory erroneously refer to the standard HUL attachment on EVA[C] as "CNM" and "HUL[3]".

Sources

  1. ^ Halo: Reach, Armory
  2. ^ a b Halo: Reach, Armory: Mark V[B], CQC, EOD, Operator, EVA, Security & CQB - UA/HUL Helmet Descriptions "Up-armored variant with hardened uplink module for MILINT acquisition."
  3. ^ a b c Halo: Reach, Armory: Pilot - HUL[3] Helmet Description "Third-generation external hardened uplink for MILINT acquisition; required for sensitive OPs."
  4. ^ Halo: Reach, Armory: Air Assault - FC-I Helmet Description "Command network module-Improved; external hardened uplink. A favorite of Pathfinder units."
  5. ^ Halo: Reach, Armory: Commando - UA/FC-I[2] Helmet Description "Up-armored variant with external command network and hardened 3rd generation uplink modules."
  6. ^ a b Halo: Reach, Armory: Commando - UA/HUL[3] Helmet Description "Up-armored variant with hardened 3rd generation uplink module for MILINT acquisition."
  7. ^ Halo: Reach, Armory: Grenadier - UA/FC Helmet Description
  8. ^ Halo: Reach, Armory: HAZOP - CBRN/HUL Helmet Description "For operations in extremely hazardous environments; hardened uplink module."
  9. ^ Halo: Reach, Armory: Mark VI - FC-I[2] Helmet Description "External command network and hardened 3rd-generation uplink modules."
  10. ^ Halo: Reach, Armory: ODST - CBRN/HUL Helmet Description "For operations in hazard zones; hardened uplink module."
  11. ^ Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; no text was provided for refs named Recon
  12. ^ Halo: Reach, Armory: Recon - UA/HUL[3] Helmet Description "Up-armored variant with hardened 3rd-generation uplink module for MILINT acquisition."
  13. ^ Halo: Reach, Armory: JFO - HUL-I Helmet Description "External hardened uplink-improved; upgraded variant of the standard issue HUL unit."
  14. ^ Halo Infinite, Armor Hall: HUL-I/XFTREC/FLAMINGO - Helmet Attachment Description "Codenamed FLAMINGO, the Model 990101-1 HUL-I (Hardened UpLink-Improved) improves battlenet reception and bandwidth in challenging mission areas, such as previously glassed worlds."
  15. ^ a b Halo Infinite, Armor Hall: HUL[3]/BNR/COURIER PEARL - Helmet Attachment Description "COURIER PEARL is a 3rd generation HUL (Hardened UpLink) designed and manufactured by the Watershed Division for use by Section III and Spartan team leaders."