Editing EOD-class Mjolnir

{{Status|Canon}}
{{Armor infobox
|name=EOD
|image= {{tabcontainer|title2=GEN2|content2=[[File:H4 MJOLNIR EOD.png|250px]]|title3=GEN1 Mark VI|content3=[[File:HTMCC H3 EOD Crop.png|250px]]|title4=GEN1 Mark V|content4=[[File:HR EOD Helmet.jpg|250px]]}}
|manufacturer=[[Materials Group]] (GEN1){{Ref/Book|Id=EVG|EVG|Page=65}}<br>
[[Naphtali Contractor Corporation]] (GEN2){{Ref/Book|Id=H4EVG|H4EVG|Page=151}}
|testsite=[[Damascus Testing Facility]] (GEN1){{Ref/Reuse|EVG}}<br>
[[Buffalo Breaker Yards]] (GEN2){{Ref/Reuse|H4EVG}}
|type=MJOLNIR (GEN1)
*[[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor/Mark IV|Mark IV]]
*[[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor/Mark V|Mark V]]
*[[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor/Mark VI|Mark VI]]
[[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor (GEN2)|MJOLNIR (GEN2)]]<br>
[[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor (GEN3)|MJOLNIR (GEN3)]] {{C|Compatible}}
|role=Explosive ordnance disposal
}}
'''EOD-class Mjolnir''' (Explosive Ordnance Disposal), also designated as the '''MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor/EOD variant''',{{Ref/Game|Id=h3helmet|Game=H3|What=Armor permutations (Halo 3)|WhatText=Spartan Armor Customization|Detail=EOD - Helmet Description|Quote=The Mjolnir/EOD variant was created at UNSC facilities on Chi Ceti 4. The helmet was designed specifically to channel the pressure wave around the user's head, significantly reducing the likelihood of decapitation.}} is a [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor|MJOLNIR armor]] variant originally designed by [[Materials Group]],{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}} with the [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor (GEN2)|GEN2]] version being manufactured by the [[Naphtali Contractor Corporation]].{{Ref/Game|Id=H4|Game=H4|What=Armor permutations (Halo 4)|WhatText=Spartan Armor Customization|Detail=EOD Description|Quote=Abilene's NCC took over production of this Mjolnir kit in 2554.}}

==GEN1 overview==
===Design details===
The helmet was designed to channel the pressure wave of a nearby detonation around the user's head, significantly reducing the likelihood of decapitation in the event of an explosion.{{Ref/Reuse|h3helmet}} The MJOLNIR/EOD variant's pauldrons and chest plate were designed specifically to reduce the number of grabbing edges on the armor, decreasing the likelihood of dismemberment and protecting [[Spartan]]s during operations that involve the handling of explosive ordnance (e.g., clearing/planting land mines, demolishing enemy structures/material and, or planting/defusing bombs).{{Ref/Game|Id=h3shoulder|Game=H3|What=Armor permutations (Halo 3)|WhatText=Spartan Armor Customization|Detail=EOD - Shoulder Description|Quote=Developed at the UNSC Damascus Materials Testing Facility on Chi Ceti 4, the Mjolnir/EOD variant was designed specifically to reduce the number of grabbing edges on the armor, decreasing the likelihood of dismemberment.}}{{Ref/Game|Id=h3chest|Game=H3|What=Armor permutations (Halo 3)|WhatText=Spartan Armor Customization|Detail=EOD - Chest Description|Quote=This variant was designed specifically to protect Spartans during operations involving the handling of explosive ordnance (e.g., cleaning/planting land mines, demolishing enemy structures/materiel).}} The helmet can be fitted with the [[AN/PZY-6011Y TYPHON]] and [[AN/PCK-221 FARNDALE]] Command Network Modules, the [[UA/Type E3|Type E3]] UA module and a [[CBRN module#EOD-style module|CBRN module]]. 

===Development history===
The MJOLNIR/EOD variant was originally created at the UNSC [[Damascus Materials Testing Facility]] on [[Chi Ceti 4]]. The EOD variant is speculated to have been developed in response to the death of [[Samuel-034]] (the first Spartan killed in action) in November 2525.{{Ref/Site|Id=Waypoint|D=14|M=03|Y=2011|URL=http://halo.xbox.com/en-us/intel/theuniverse/tech/video/the-mjolnir-project-2/46e89c1a-f619-41e2-ad7f-ab65c61ca2df|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=MJOLNIR 2|LocalArchive=The MJOLNIR Project}} As late as 2558 the GEN1 version of the EOD helmet could be requisitioned by [[Spartan Operations]] personnel for use with their GEN2 Mjolnir suits.{{Ref/Game|Id=H5G|Game=H5G|What=Armor permutations (Halo 5: Guardians)|WhatText=Spartan Appearance Customization|Detail=EOD GEN1 - Helmet Description|Quote=The unique combination of safety and life support features in the EOD helmet make it an optimal choice for Spartan assault divers and pioneers who undertake demolition roles. That it also mitigates the risk for decapitation is a bonus.}} With the advent of the [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor (GEN3)|GEN3 Mjolnir]] in [[2559]], the GEN1 EOD helmet was upgraded to be compatible with it.{{Ref/Game|Id=HI|HINF|Armor customization (Halo Infinite)|Armor Hall|Detail=EOD - Helmet Description|Quote=Still used in explosive situations where a Spartan needs to keep a good head on their shoulders.}}

<gallery>
File:James-005.png|The Mark IV EOD armor worn by [[James-005]] during the [[Battle of Sigma Octanus IV]].
File:Halo EOD.jpg|The Mark V variants of the EOD helmet.
File:EODArmor.png|The Mark VI EOD Variant.
File:H5G EOD Helmet.png|GEN2 compatible Mark V variant
</gallery>

===Usage===
EOD is fielded by Spartans deep in enemy lines, allowing them to navigate dangerous territory to disable or destroy enemy mines before the UNSC properly arrived.{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}} In the post-war era, the GEN1 EOD set, specifically the helmet, is still favored by Spartan combat divers and pioneers tasked with demolition roles.{{Ref/Reuse|H5G}}

==GEN2 overview==
===Design details===
The helmet has a pressure-resistant hardened rebreather unit. The reactor has alternating heat-tempered balance drives. The pauldrons are flow-distributing ceramic plates.{{Ref/Reuse|H4EVG}} The GEN2 kit also includes anterior torque couplings.{{Ref/Game|Id=H4LE|[[Halo 4 Limited Edition]]|Detail=[[Infinity Briefing Packet|''Infinity'' briefing packet]]}}

===Development history===
In [[2554]], Abilene's [[Naphtali Contractor Corporation]] took control over the EOD armor's production,{{Ref/Reuse|H4}} and adjusted the systems plate configuration to reduce the potential for dismemberment during explosive ordnance activity and facilitation.{{Ref/Site|Id=h4guide|URL=http://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/intel/inteldetail/9c6e4d8c-4060-4751-9f5d-a317fe7ec2c5/eod-|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Halo 4 Interactive Guide - Armor Types: EOD|D=23|M=4|Y=2013|LocalArchive=Halo 4 Interactive Guide#Armor Types}} It was tested at the [[Buffalo Breaker Yards]]. They proposed numerous enhancements to the armor's systematic approach to the GEN2 framework.{{Ref/Reuse|H4EVG}}

==In-game information==
===''Halo 3'' - Mark VI GEN1===
The EOD [[Armor customization (Halo 3)|armor permutation]] is unlockable in ''Halo 3''. In the ''[[Halo: The Master Chief Collection]]'' edition of ''Halo 3'', the EOD armor (like all ''Halo 3'' permutations) is unlocked by default.

The [[Bungie Armor]] is a slight variation of the EOD chestpiece. Bungie Armor lacks the three mid-level lights and has an effect that causes flames to appear around the helmet.
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 75%;"
! style="width: 15%"|Armor
! style="width: 55%"|Description
! style="width: 15%"|Unlock requirements<br>(''Halo 3'')
! style="width: 15%"|Unlock requirements<br>(''Halo: MCC'')
|- align="center"
|rowspan=4|[[File:HTMCC H3 EOD Menu Render.png|100px]]<br/>EOD
|align="left"|'''Helmet:''' The Mjolnir/EOD variant was created at UNSC facilities on Chi Ceti 4. The helmet was designed specifically to channel the pressure wave around the user's head, significantly reducing the likelihood of decapitation.
|Unlock the [[Campaign Complete: Legendary]] achievement.
|rowspan=4|Unlocked by default.
|- align="center"
|align="left"|'''Shoulder:''' Developed at the UNSC Damascus Materials Testing Facility on Chi Ceti 4, the Mjolnir/EOD variant was designed specifically to reduce the number of grabbing edges on the armor, decreasing the likelihood of dismemberment.
|Complete ''[[The Ark (level)|The Ark]]'' on [[Legendary]] difficulty.
|- align="center"
|align="left"|'''Chest:''' This variant was designed specifically to protect Spartans during operations involving the handling of explosive ordnance (e.g., cleaning/planting land mines, demolishing enemy structures/materiel).
|Complete ''[[Tsavo Highway]]'' on Legendary difficulty. 
|- align="center"
|align="left"|'''MCC:'''  EOD helmets were designed to significantly reduce the likelihood of decapitation.
|N/A
|} 

===''Halo: Reach'' - Mark V GEN1===
The EOD helmet returns in ''[[Halo: Reach]]'', though it features some minor different aesthetics than the Mark VI EOD helmet seen in ''Halo 3''. All EOD helmet variants can be unlocked in the ''[[Halo: Reach]]''{{'}}s [[Armor customization (Halo: Reach)|Armory]] through the game's purchase system via the use of [[Credits|cR]]. In ''Halo: The Master Chief Collection'', the EOD helmet variants are attainable in the [[Season 1: Noble]] progression system. 

The default EOD helmet features the [[CBRN module]], which is also available for the [[SECURITY-class Mjolnir|Security]] and [[GUNGNIR-class Mjolnir|GUNGNIR]] helmets.

{| class="wikitable" style="width: 75%;"
! style="width: 15%"|Armor
! style="width: 55%"|Description
! style="width: 15%"|Unlock requirements<br>(''Halo: Reach'')
! style="width: 15%"|Unlock requirements<br>(''Halo: MCC'')
|- align="center"
|[[File:HR EOD Helmet Icon.png|75px]]<br/>EOD helmet
|align="left"|Developed at the Damascus Materials Testing Facility on X Ceti 4; entered service in 2531.<br>Designed specifically to reduce likelihood of decapitation.
|{{Rank/HR|sgt|link=yes}}, 15,000 cR
|[[Series 1: Noble|Series 1]] Tier 29, {{SeasonPoint|1}}
|- align="center"
|[[File:HR EOD CNM Helmet Icon.png|75px]]<br/>EOD ([[Command Network Module|CNM]])
|align="left"|Command network module; standard issue to UNSC Special Forces unit commanders.
|{{Rank/HR|sgt|link=yes}}, 5,000 cR
|[[Series 1: Noble|Series 1]] Tier 29, {{SeasonPoint|1}}
|- align="center"
|[[File:HR EOD UAHUL Helmet Icon.png|75px]]<br/>EOD ([[Armor accessories/UA|UA]]/[[Hardened Uplink|HUL]])
|align="left"|Up-armored variant with hardened uplink module for MILINT acquisition.
|{{Rank/HR|sgt|link=yes}}, 3,000 cR
|[[Series 1: Noble|Series 1]] Tier 29, {{SeasonPoint|1}}
|}

===''Halo 4'' - GEN2===
EOD was one of the [[Armor customization (Halo 4)|armor permutations]] to return, albeit completely redesigned for [[GEN2]], in ''[[Halo 4]]''.  In ''The Master Chief Collection'', the EOD set and its alternate Shadow (SHDW) variant are available by default.

{| class="wikitable" style="width: 75%;"
! style="width: 15%"|Armor
! style="width: 55%"|Description
! style="width: 15%"|Unlock requirements <br/>(''Halo 4'')
! style="width: 15%"|Unlock requirements <br/>(''Halo: MCC'')
|- align="center"
|rowspan="4"|[[File:HTMCC H4 EOD Base.png|75px]]<br/>EOD
|align="left"|'''Description (H4):''' Abilene's NCC took over production of this Mjolnir kit in 2554.
|rowspan="4"|Achieve [[Rank (Halo 4)|Spartan Rank 45]].<br>
|rowspan="4"|Unlocked by default.
|- align="center"
|align="left"|'''Helmet description (MCC):''' NCC took over production on this helmet in 2554.
|- align="center"
|align="left"|'''Shoulders description (MCC):''' Modular left/right spaulder from EOD-class armor.
|- align="center"
|align="left"|'''Chest description (MCC):''' Underwent field trials at the Buffalo Breaker Yards.
|- align="center"
|rowspan="4"|[[File:HTMCC H4 EOD SHDW.png|75px]]<br/>EOD Shadow (SHDW) skin
|align="left"|'''Description (H4):''' Customized with SHADOW armor skin.
|rowspan="4"|Complete the [[List of Halo 4 commendations|Regicide Victory - Master commendation]].
|rowspan="4"|Unlocked by default.
|- align="center"
|align="left"|'''Helmet description (MCC):''' EOD helmet customized with SHADOW coating.
|- align="center"
|align="left"|'''Shoulder description (MCC):''' EOD left/right spaulder customized with SHADOW coating.
|- align="center"
|align="left"|'''Chest description (MCC):''' EOD chassis customized with SHADOW coating.
|}

===''Halo 5: Guardians'' - Upgraded GEN1===
The Mark V EOD helmet was one of a number of ''Reach''-themed helmets and armors added into ''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]'' via the [[List of REQ cards/REQ Packs|Classic Helmet REQ Pack]]. 
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 75%;"
! style="width: 15%"|Helmet
! style="width: 70%"|Description
! style="width: 15%"|Unlock requirements<br/>(''Halo 5: Guardians'')
|- align="center"
|[[File:H5G REQ Helmets EOD Rare.png|100px]]
|align="left"|The unique combination of safety and life support features in the EOD helmet make it an optimal choice for Spartan assault divers and pioneers who undertake demolition roles. That it also mitigates the risk for decapitation is a bonus.
|align="left"|
*Rare [[List of REQ cards|REQ card]]
*Unlock the [[List of REQ cards/REQ Packs|Classic Helmet REQ Pack]] for {{RP|1,250}}
|}
===''Halo Infinite'' - Upgraded GEN1===
Mark V EOD was added during [[Season 05: Reckoning]].
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 75%;"
! scope="col" style="width: 15%" |Helmet 
! scope="col" style="width: 15%" |Manufacturer
! scope="col" style="width: 45%" |Lore
! scope="col" style="width: 10%" |Rarity
! scope="col" style="width: 15%" |Unlock Requirements
|-
|align="center"|[[File:HINF EOD Helmet Icon.png|75px]]<br/>EOD
|[[Materials Group]]
|Still used in explosive situations where a Spartan needs to keep a good head on their shoulders.
|Epic
|[[Season 05: Reckoning]] [[Battle Pass]] level 15 (Free)
|-
|align="center"|[[FC/ALFA]]
|Materials Group
|Optical filters and hardened sensors used for direct observation of exotic radiation bursts, such as those produced by [[NOVA]] detonations.
|Epic
|Season 05: Reckoning Battle Pass level 28 (Premium)
|-
|}
====Attachments====
*[[CNM/BNR/FARNDALE]]
*[[CNM/BNR/TYPHON]]
*[[HUL-I/XFTREC/FLAMINGO]]
*[[HUL(3)/BNR/COURIER PEARL]]
*[[TAC/RS/STARLIGHT]]
*[[TAC/RS/WILLOW]]
==Non-canon and dubious canon appearances==
===Silver Timeline===
{{Main|Silver Timeline}}
An EOD helmet is worn by [[Vannak-134]] during battles against the Covenant.{{Ref/YouTube|Id=HTVOT|5KZ3MKraNKY|Paramount+|Halo The Series (2022) Official Trailer|Y=2022|M=1|D=30}}

==Trivia==
*During the [[Halo: Reach Multiplayer Beta|''Halo: Reach'' Multiplayer Beta]], the final model for the [[GUNGNIR-class Mjolnir|GUNGNIR]] shoulder pauldron was designated as the EOD shoulder pauldrons, and costed 1,000 [[Credits|cR]].{{Ref/YouTube|rRYRscwNMCY|haloinfectedX|Halo: Reach beta Armor (customizations)}}
*The Caduceus emblem that appears on the Mark V EOD helmet also appears on med packs, Army medics, and the [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor/Tactical#Tactical/Trauma Kit|Tactical/Trauma Kit]] armor permutation. This suggests that the EOD may also have an intended secondary role to provide medical assistance to wounded allies in dangerous situations. It's possible that there may be a non-MJOLNIR variant of the helmet for use by UNSC medical personnel, likely in toxic environments where the distinctive CBRN would aid in operations.

==Gallery==
{{Linkbox|gallery=yes|gallerypage=Images of MJOLNIR EOD}}
===''Halo 3''===
<gallery>
File:Unknown armor2.jpg|Original render of the Mark VI EOD helmet.
File:H3_MPSpartan_ArmourConcept_6.jpg|''Halo 3'' concept art for the EOD.
File:Cease-fire-h3.jpg|A Spartan in EOD on [[Last Resort]].
File:HTMCC-H3 EODCloseup.jpg|A Spartan clad in full EOD armor.
File:HTMCC H3 EOD Crop.png|Mark VI EOD as rendered in the menu in ''Halo: The Master Chief Collection''.
</gallery>

===''Halo: Reach''===
<gallery>
File:HR_EODHelmet_Concept.jpg|Various concepts for the Mark V EOD helmet.
File:eodhelmet.PNG|A render of an EOD helmet, found via a glitch in the ''[[Halo: Reach Beta]]''.
File:EOD Helmet Reach.jpg|The base EOD helmet in the Armory.
File:HR Invasion Welcome Render.png|Render of a Spartan wearing the EOD helmet, alongside a [[Sangheili Ranger]].
File:EOD Sabre.jpg|A customized Noble Six wearing EOD armor during a cutscene on ''[[Long Night of Solace (level)|Long Night of Solace]]''.
File:HR EOD Helmet.jpg|The EOD helmet in ''[[Halo: The Master Chief Collection]]''.
File:HR EOD CNM.jpg|EOD helmet with CNM attachment.
File:HR EOD UA HUL.jpg|Up-armored EOD helmet with HUL attachment.
</gallery>

===''Halo 4'' and ''Halo Online''===
<gallery>
File:Halo 4 EOD armor skins concept art.jpg|Concept art of the MJOLNIR GEN2 EOD armor for ''[[Halo 4]]''.
File:MCC-H4 EODImpact.png|A Spartan-IV wearing GEN2 EOD on ''[[Impact]]''.
File:HO-EOD.png|The GEN2 EOD in ''[[Halo Online]]''.
File:HO EOD trailer.png|The helmet and chestpiece of the GEN2 EOD armor in ''Halo Online'' .
</gallery>

===''Halo: 5 Guardians''===
<gallery>
File:H5G-Gen1EOD.jpg|A Spartan-IV wearing GEN1 EOD.
File:H5G-PlasmaGrenade.jpg|A Spartan-IV wearing GEN1 EOD.
File:H5G EOD Gen1 WZFF.png|A Spartan-IV wearing the GEN1 EOD helmet on ''[[Escape from ARC]]''.
</gallery>

===''Halo Infinite''===
<gallery>
File:HINF EODConcept.jpg|Concept art of GEN3 EOD for ''[[Halo Infinite]]'', later reused for [[RAMPART-class Mjolnir]].
File:HINF-VannakCharm.png|A Vannak-134 weapon charm in ''Halo Infinite''.
File:HINF-S5Armors.jpg|GEN1 EOD (right) in ''Halo Infinite''.
</gallery>
===Other===
<gallery>
File:HTV-SilverTeam1.png|Vannak-134 wearing an EOD helmet in ''[[Halo: The Television Series]]''.
File:HTV-Vannak grimed.jpg|Vannak-134 wearing an EOD helmet in ''Halo: The Television Series''.
File:HTV-EODLondon.jpg|Prop of Vannak's EOD helmet.
</gallery>

==List of appearances==
*''[[Halo 3]]'' {{1st}}
*''[[Halo: Reach]]''
*''[[Halo: Fall of Reach]]''
**''[[Halo: Fall of Reach - Covenant|Covenant]]''
**''[[Halo: Fall of Reach - Invasion|Invasion]]''
*''[[Halo 4]]''
**''[[Infinity Briefing Packet]]''
*''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]''
*''[[Halo Infinite]]''
**''[[Season 05: Reckoning]]''
*''[[Halo: The Television Series]]''
**''[[Contact]]''
**''[[Unbound]]''
**''[[Homecoming (TV Series)|Homecoming]]''
**''[[Reckoning]]''
**''[[Allegiance]]''
**''[[Transcendence]]''

==Sources==
{{Ref/Sources}}

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{{Navbox/Universe/Mjolnir|Overview|GEN1|GEN2}}
[[Category:MJOLNIR armor]]
[[Category:Halo Infinite multiplayer armor permutations]]
[[Category:Halo 5: Guardians multiplayer armor permutations]]
[[Category:Halo: Reach multiplayer armor permutations]]
[[Category:Halo 4 multiplayer armor permutations]]
[[Category:Halo 3 multiplayer armor permutations]]