Fighting skin
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Manufacturer(s): |
Sacred Promissory (formerly)[1] |
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Role(s): |
Prelate combat powered armor |
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A fighting skin is a suit of armour created by the Sacred Promissory for use by the San'Shyuum prelates.[1][5]
Overview[edit]
Design details[edit]
The suits are made of Graphene, and contain air scrubbers capable of drowning out the smell of the pheromones emitted by Jiralhanae warriors.[3] The suits also contain automatic repair functions, which can automatically-repair holes in the suit over a period of multiple days, though during this time the suit lacks the power to make communications.[4] Fighting skins are also able to hide their operators from infrared radar scans, even when damaged.[4]
The onyx-coloured armor worn by prelate Tem'Bhetek bore several other features, including a hard light emitter mounted on his arm, which could be used to fashion a shield or gauntlet, and an anti-gravity belt used for propelling himself in various directions quickly, or for limited flight.[2]
Usage[edit]
Fighting skins were employed by the prelates of the San'Shyuum including Tem'Bhetek and Dhas Bhasvod, and used to great effect in combat - allowing their chemically enhanced operators to go toe-to-toe with seasoned Sangheili and Jiralhanae warriors, and even SPARTAN-III supersoldiers.[6][2]
Gallery[edit]
The fighting skin worn by Tem'Bhetek.
Dhas Bhasvod.
Tem'Bhetek.
List of appearances[edit]
- Halo: Shadow of Intent (First appearance)
- Halo Mythos: A Guide to the Story of Halo
- Halo: Divine Wind
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