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The '''MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor/Mark VII''' is the fourth and most recent major iteration of the [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor|MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor [GEN1]]]. The armor's cost led it to be supplanted by the [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor (GEN2)|MJOLNIR [GEN2]]] line.{{Ref/Site|Id=reqlamation|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/canon-fodder-reqlamation-begins|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Canon Fodder - Reqlamation Begins}} GEN1 Mark VII was issued to at least one of the surviving [[Spartan-II]] supersoldiers, [[Naomi-010]], on [[2553#January|January 27, 2553]].{{Ref/Novel|Id=glass291|Halo: Glasslands|Page=291}} However, [[ONI]]'s [[Materials Group]] had not given up on Mark VII. With designs created as part of [[Misriah Armory]]'s [[Project KEYSTONE]],  Materials Group would finally manufacture a full production run of the armor as part of the [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor (GEN3)|MJOLNIR [GEN3]]] line circa [[2559]].{{Ref/Reuse|CF108}}
The '''MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor/Mark VII''' is the fourth and most recent major iteration of the [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor|MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor [GEN1]]]. The armor's cost led it to be supplanted by the [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor (GEN2)|MJOLNIR [GEN2]]] line.{{Ref/Site|Id=reqlamation|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/community/blog-posts/canon-fodder-reqlamation-begins|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Canon Fodder - Reqlamation Begins}} GEN1 Mark VII was issued to at least one of the surviving [[Spartan-II]] supersoldiers, [[Naomi-010]], on [[2553#January|January 27, 2553]].{{Ref/Novel|Id=glass291|Halo: Glasslands|Page=291}} However, [[ONI]]'s [[Materials Group]] had not given up on Mark VII. With designs created as part of [[Misriah Armory]]'s [[Project KEYSTONE]],  Materials Group would finally manufacture a full production run of the armor as part of the [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor (GEN3)|MJOLNIR [GEN3]]] line circa [[2559]].{{Ref/Reuse|CF108}}


==Variants and development history==
==Variants and development history==
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Theoretical design elements for a seventh iteration of MJOLNIR were proposed by Doctor [[Catherine Halsey]] in [[Dr. Halsey's personal journal|her personal journal]] in [[2535]]; how many of these features were implemented in the final product is unknown. The Mark VII appeared to have been the last planned phase of the MJOLNIR project at the time. It would have utilized a power system that made use of a combination of [[Pinch fusion reactor|plasma]] and [[Fusion reactor|fusion]] technology, [[Slipstream space|slipspace]] de-insertion capability, active AI transfer protocols, and limited shaping of the suit's [[energy shielding|energy shield]].{{Ref/Book|Id=journal2|Dr. Halsey's personal journal|Detail=January 7, 2535}}
Theoretical design elements for a seventh iteration of MJOLNIR were proposed by Doctor [[Catherine Halsey]] in [[Dr. Halsey's personal journal|her personal journal]] in [[2535]]; how many of these features were implemented in the final product is unknown. The Mark VII appeared to have been the last planned phase of the MJOLNIR project at the time. It would have utilized a power system that made use of a combination of [[Pinch fusion reactor|plasma]] and [[Fusion reactor|fusion]] technology, [[Slipstream space|slipspace]] de-insertion capability, active AI transfer protocols, and limited shaping of the suit's [[energy shielding|energy shield]].{{Ref/Book|Id=journal2|Dr. Halsey's personal journal|Detail=January 7, 2535}}


"Slipspace de-insertion capability" means that a Spartan would be able to exit a vessel traveling in slipspace and re-enter normal space, similar to the [[Long range stealth orbital drop pod]]. Halsey described "limited shaping of the energy shield" as the ability to form "partial overlaps, airfoils, etc."{{Ref/Reuse|journal2}} This incidentally would have been quite similar to the [[Forerunner]]s' practice of shaping [[hard light]].
"Slipspace de-insertion capability" means that a Spartan would be able to exit a vessel traveling in slipspace and re-enter normal space, similar to the [[Long Range Stealth Orbital Insertion Pod]]. Halsey described "limited shaping of the energy shield" as the ability to form "partial overlaps, airfoils, etc."{{Ref/Reuse|journal2}} This incidentally would have been quite similar to the [[Forerunner]]s' practice of shaping [[hard light]].


Due to unexpected technological breakthroughs, some of these upgrades were implemented earlier than planned and are presumably featured in the production version of the Mark VII. For example, the Mark VI has integrated atmospheric insertion capabilities, which allow a Spartan to free-fall from space without a re-entry vehicle such as an [[Single Occupant Exoatmospheric Insertion Vehicle|SOEIV]]. However, this requires a drag chute or parachute,{{Ref/Comic|HGN|Story=Armor Testing}} whereas the theoretical Mark VII would have all necessary technology integrated into the suit.{{Ref/Reuse|journal2}}
Due to unexpected technological breakthroughs, some of these upgrades were implemented earlier than planned and are presumably featured in the production version of the Mark VII. For example, the Mark VI has integrated atmospheric insertion capabilities, which allow a Spartan to free-fall from space without a re-entry vehicle such as an [[Single Occupant Exoatmospheric Insertion Vehicle|SOEIV]]. However, this requires a drag chute or parachute,{{Ref/Comic|HGN|Story=Armor Testing}} whereas the theoretical Mark VII would have all necessary technology integrated into the suit.{{Ref/Reuse|journal2}}


===GEN1===
===GEN1===
The Mark VII was produced by a supplier other than [[Office of Naval Intelligence]]'s [[Materials Group]], which produced the previous models. It is more lightweight than prior versions.{{Ref/Reuse|glass291}} The Mark VII implements several features not exhibited by earlier MJOLNIR incarnations. Most notably, the armor contains [[Nanotechnology|nano-technological]] components which enable the armor to repair and upgrade itself autonomously without outside influences, such as while the user is in [[cryo chamber|cryosleep]].{{Ref/Novel|Halo: Glasslands|Page=213}} The Mark VII also features limited energy shield shaping.{{Ref/Reuse|wp mjolnir}} Naomi-010's Mark VII suit resembles the [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor/Mark V (B)|Mark V[B]]],{{Ref/Novel|Halo: The Thursday War|Detail=[[:File:HThursday War - Cover.jpeg|cover art]]}} which may be due to the Spartan's choice in her armor's appearance.{{Ref/Novel|Halo: The Thursday War|Page=174}} The Mark VII also is able to recycle urine; this is done with precise calibration on a catheterized Spartan.{{Ref/Novel|Halo: Glasslands|Page=212}}
The Mark VII was produced by a supplier other than [[Office of Naval Intelligence]]'s [[Materials Group]], which produced the previous models. It is more lightweight than prior versions.{{Ref/Reuse|glass291}} The Mark VII implements several features not exhibited by earlier MJOLNIR incarnations. Most notably, the armor contains [[Nanotechnology|nano-technological]] components which enable the armor to repair and upgrade itself autonomously without outside influences, such as while the user is in [[cryo chamber|cryosleep]].{{Ref/Novel|Halo: Glasslands|Page=213}} The Mark VII also features limited energy shield shaping.{{Ref/Reuse|wp mjolnir}} Naomi-010's Mark VII suit resembles the [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor/Mark V (B)|Mark V [B]]],{{Ref/Novel|Halo: The Thursday War|Detail=[[:File:HThursday War - Cover.jpeg|cover art]]}} which may be due to the Spartan's choice in her armor's appearance.{{Ref/Novel|Halo: The Thursday War|Page=174}} The Mark VII also is able to recycle urine; this is done with precise calibration on a catheterized Spartan.{{Ref/Novel|Halo: Glasslands|Page=212}}


===GEN2===
===GEN2===
The Mark VII platform saw some amount of iteration on the [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor (GEN2)|GEN2]] platform of MJOLNIR development, though proved to be cost-ineffective to mass-produce and was never manufactured in large numbers. In light of the development of the more versatile GEN2 platform which enabled more economical optimization for the different Spartan generations in service, the first generation MJOLNIR was mainly optimized for the Spartan-IIs.{{Ref/Site|Id=wp mjolnir|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/tech/mjolnir|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=MJOLNIR}} The closest GEN2 variant to the Mark VII is the [[DECIMATOR-class Mjolnir|DECIMATOR]] armor, though it is mostly unknown outside of the [[Spartan Operations|Spartan]] special forces community.{{Ref/Reuse|reqlamation}}
The Mark VII platform saw some amount of iteration on the [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor (GEN2)|GEN2]] platform of MJOLNIR development, though proved to be cost-ineffective to mass-produce and was never manufactured in large numbers. In light of the development of the more versatile GEN2 platform which enabled more economical optimization for the different Spartan generations in service, the first generation MJOLNIR was mainly optimized for the Spartan-IIs.{{Ref/Site|Id=wp mjolnir|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/tech/mjolnir|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=MJOLNIR}} However, a number of technologies developed for the Mark VII program were incorporated to the MJOLNIR [GEN2] system, with the [[NAVIGATOR-class Mjolnir|NAVIGATOR variant]] recieving some such technologies for testing on [[ANVIL Station]].{{Ref/Game|Id=H3MCC|MCC|Armor permutations (Halo 3)|Halo 3 Spartan Armor Customization|Detail=Navigator - Description|Quote=Specific technologies being worked on for Mark VII have found their way into ANVIL prototypes for focused evaluation.}} The closest GEN2 armor model to the Mark VII is the [[DECIMATOR-class Mjolnir|DECIMATOR variant]], though it is mostly unknown outside of the [[Spartan Operations|Spartan]] special forces community.{{Ref/Reuse|reqlamation}}


===GEN3===
===GEN3===
By October [[2558]], the Mark VII was used as the testbed for the [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor (GEN3)]], but it remained uncertain if manufacturers would adopt the standards and cost accounting by the [[Unified Earth Government]].{{Ref/Book|Id=HOSFM|Halo: Official Spartan Field Manual|Page=179}} Eventually, the efforts of the Mark VII and DECIMATOR programs alongside similar projects within the [[Materials Group]] would dovetail, resulting in the [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor (GEN3)|GEN3]] Mark VII variant. Design of this armor was selected by Dr. Halsey from Materials Group's [[Project KEYSTONE|KEYSTONE development program]]. This suit is designed to outfit the latest Spartan contingents with the very best in cutting-edge warfighting technology.{{Ref/Site|Id=CF108|D=01|M=6|Y=2020|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/despite-distance|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Canon Fodder - Despite Distance}}
By October [[2558]], the Mark VII was used as the testbed for the [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor (GEN3)]], but it remained uncertain if manufacturers would adopt the standards and cost accounting by the [[Unified Earth Government]].{{Ref/Book|Id=HOSFM|Halo: Official Spartan Field Manual|Page=179}} Eventually, the efforts of the Mark VII and DECIMATOR programs alongside similar projects within the [[Materials Group]] would dovetail, resulting in the [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor (GEN3)|GEN3]] Mark VII variant. Design of this armor was selected by Dr. Halsey from Materials Group's [[Project KEYSTONE|KEYSTONE development program]]. This suit is designed to outfit the latest Spartan contingents with the very best in cutting-edge warfighting technology.{{Ref/Site|Id=CF108|D=01|M=6|Y=2020|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/despite-distance|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Canon Fodder - Despite Distance}} This armor is worn by Spartan Griffin, a member of [[Fireteam Taurus]], during the events of the [[Installation 07 conflict]].<ref>[https://twitter.com/megabloksnews/status/1357395764993925122]</ref>


This armor was worn by Spartan [[Hudson Griffin]], a member of [[Fireteam Taurus]], during the events of the [[Battle for Zeta Halo]]. Griffin employed the [[UA attachments|UA/Agathius]] shoulder pads and [[Armor customization (Halo Infinite)/Mark VII/Glove|Walle]] gloves. It was forcibly stripped from Griffin while he was in captivity at [[Chak 'Lok]]'s [[Tower]]. Chak 'Lok subsequently used the armor's [[distress beacon]] to lure [[John-117]] into a trap, but he was killed by the Master Chief who took the [[Threat Sensor]] from Griffin's armor and incorporated it into his own GEN3 [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor/Mark VI|Mark VI]] armor.{{Ref/Level|Id=tower|HINF|The Tower}} Spartan [[Bonita Stone]],{{Ref/Reuse|foundation}} [[Vedrana Makovich]], and [[Theodore Sorel]]{{Ref/Reuse|conservatory}} used Mark VII armor as well, with Stone employing the [[TRAILBLAZER-class Mjolnir|Trailblazer]] helmet, the [[UA attachments|UA/Agathius]] shoulder pads, and UA/Type SA knee pads,{{Ref/Level|Id=foundation|HINF|Foundation (Halo Infinite)|Foundation}} Makovich employing the [[ZVEZDA-class Mjolnir|Zvezda]] helmet, [[UA attachments|UA/Agathius]] shoulder pads, and UA/Type SA knee pads, and Sorel employing the [[ISR-class Mjolnir|ISR]] helmet, [[UA attachments|UA/Agathius]] shoulder pads, and UA/Type SA knee pads.{{Ref/Level|Id=conservatory|HINF|Conservatory}} At some point before January 24, 2560, Makovich had her armor's motion sensor replaced, and took the last one in the {{UNSCShip|Mortal Reverie}}'s storage which prevented Stone from replacing her own damaged motion sensor,{{Ref/Novel|Id=RP14|RP|14}} having lost both it and her targeting sensors early in the battle.{{Ref/Novel|RP|7}} After finding their bodies, John-117 inherited Stone's enhanced [[energy shielding]] module{{Ref/Reuse|Foundation}} which she had acquired during Stone's time on Zeta Halo,{{Ref/Novel|RP|26}} Makovich's [[drop wall]] module and Sorel's [[Thruster (Halo Infinite)|thruster]] pack module which he would then incorporate into his own Mark VI armor.{{Ref/Reuse|foundation}}{{Ref/Reuse|conservatory}}
====Specifications====
 
During the same battle, Spartan [[Tomas Horvath]] wore GEN3 Mark VII armor equipped with the [[ANUBIS-class Mjolnir|Anubis]] helmet, [[UA attachments#Shoulders 2|UA/Castus]] shoulder pads, and [[UA attachments#Knee pad|UA/Type SA]] knee pads.{{Ref/Novel|Id=Cover Art|HTRP|cover art}} Spartan [[Nina Kovan]] used GEN3 Mark VII armor employing the [[STORMFALL-class Mjolnir|Stormfall]] helmet, the [[UA attachments|UA/Faunus]] shoulder pads, and UA/Type SA knee pads.{{Ref/Reuse|Id=Cover Art}} Both suits of armor suffered heavy damage over the course of the months-long battle, during which time neither Spartan had access to the tools required to make proper repairs to them. Horvath and Kovan's armor suffered various system failures due to accumulated battle damage, although their continued functionality acted as a testament to how durable the GEN3 Mark VII armor was.{{Ref/Novel|RP}} Before arriving at the ''Mortal Reverie'', Kovan was left with a bad shield sensor that she couldn't get repaired.{{Ref/Reuse|RP14}} By April 18, Kovan's long-range comms and AI were fried from a shock rifle hit, her short-range comms only connected half of the time and her density regulator was malfunctioning.{{Ref/Novel|Id=RP24|RP|24}} Horvath lost his motion tracker, armor camouflage and long-range communications early on{{Ref/Novel|RP|4}} and his ID sensor at some point.{{Ref/Reuse|RP24}} After being severely wounded by the impalement of an alloy shard between his intestines and spleen, Horvath's biomonitors kept him in a semicomatose state while the armor's medical systems regenerated his torn insides, and the armor kept him alive until he could hunt for food using its emergency high-calorie nutrient supplements.{{Ref/Novel|Id=RP22|RP|22}} Horvath's damaged armor, combined with his augmentations, kept the Spartan from dying of exposure while he was comatose for a day on a mountain side. However, the state of his failing armor at this point caused Horvath to consider abandoning it before it completely shut down and trapped him, an idea that Horvath dismissed each time.{{Ref/Novel|Id=RP39|RP|39}} With the help of [[Erik Bender]] and [[Robin Dimik]], Kovan effected some repairs on her own armor by removing and reconfiguring some of the plating to compensate for the damage, but the sheer weight of each piece and the complexity of the process was a severe limitation without the right equipment.{{Ref/Novel|RP|38}}
 
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File:HINF Mjolnir VII Left.png|Turnaround for the GEN3 Mark VII.
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HINF Mjolnir VII Back.png|The backside of GEN3 Mark VII armor.
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==Design details==
[[File:HINF Mjolnir VII Helmet.png|thumb|right|200px|The GEN3 Mark VII helmet.]]
Though the GEN3 model of Mark VII Mjolnir does represent a generational leap for the Mjolnir platform for actively deployed Spartans, some elements tested with the GEN1 and GEN2 Mark VII remain in the prototype stage due to unreliability or cost factors, such as integration of [[Forerunner]]-derived nanomachine elements and full shield-shaping.{{Ref/Reuse|CF108}}
Though the GEN3 model of Mark VII Mjolnir does represent a generational leap for the Mjolnir platform for actively deployed Spartans, some elements tested with the GEN1 and GEN2 Mark VII remain in the prototype stage due to unreliability or cost factors, such as integration of [[Forerunner]]-derived nanomachine elements and full shield-shaping.{{Ref/Reuse|CF108}}


The majority of GEN3 Mark VII armor is made out of a [[titanium|titanium alloy]].{{Ref/Site|Id=Cosplay90|URL=https://content.halocdn.com/media/Default/community/CosplayGuides/mk7_cosplayguide_fullsize-a95f71a129ae4094aef3ea0b6121fca4.pdf|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Official Cosplay Guide: Mark VII|Detail=Page 90|D=18|M=6|Y=2021}} Its helmet features large, high-end air intakes on each side of the visor. Combined with robust filtration systems, these keep Spartans operating smoothly within the hostile air of alien worlds and in crowded urban environments alike. Spartans have the option of attaching two supplemental vents below the visor for improved breathability.{{Ref/Site|Id=Cosplay16|URL=https://content.halocdn.com/media/Default/community/CosplayGuides/mk7_cosplayguide_fullsize-a95f71a129ae4094aef3ea0b6121fca4.pdf|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Official Cosplay Guide: Mark VII|Detail=Page 16|D=18|M=6|Y=2021}} The Mark VII chest piece is compatible with a wide range of attachments and enhancements that can be tailored to specific mission parameters.{{Ref/Site|Id=Cosplay27|URL=https://content.halocdn.com/media/Default/community/CosplayGuides/mk7_cosplayguide_fullsize-a95f71a129ae4094aef3ea0b6121fca4.pdf|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Official Cosplay Guide: Mark VII|Detail=Page 27|D=18|M=6|Y=2021}} Similarly, the techsuit can also be easily customized. For the purpose of attaching shoulder and bicep armor, Mark VII armor includes a mounting pauldron that is connected directly to the techsuit.{{Ref/Site|Id=Cosplay34|URL=https://content.halocdn.com/media/Default/community/CosplayGuides/mk7_cosplayguide_fullsize-a95f71a129ae4094aef3ea0b6121fca4.pdf|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Official Cosplay Guide: Mark VII|Detail=Page 34|D=18|M=6|Y=2021}}{{Ref/Site|Id=Cosplay41|URL=https://content.halocdn.com/media/Default/community/CosplayGuides/mk7_cosplayguide_fullsize-a95f71a129ae4094aef3ea0b6121fca4.pdf|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Official Cosplay Guide: Mark VII|Detail=Page 41|D=18|M=6|Y=2021}} As with previous iterations of Mjolnir armor, Mark VII forearms support attachments such as [[TACPAD]]s.{{Ref/Site|Id=Cosplay48|URL=https://content.halocdn.com/media/Default/community/CosplayGuides/mk7_cosplayguide_fullsize-a95f71a129ae4094aef3ea0b6121fca4.pdf|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Official Cosplay Guide: Mark VII|Detail=Page 48|D=18|M=6|Y=2021}} The gloves used with Mark VII armor—as well as any set of GEN3 Mjolnir—make use of enhanced nano-papillary cells to provide strong grip and surface friction, which is ideal when coming into frequent contact with incredibly smooth alien alloys. The gloves also provide protection in hazardous environments while remaining flexible enough to allow for maximum mobility, particularly for the trigger finger.{{Ref/Site|Id=Cosplay55|URL=https://content.halocdn.com/media/Default/community/CosplayGuides/mk7_cosplayguide_fullsize-a95f71a129ae4094aef3ea0b6121fca4.pdf|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Official Cosplay Guide: Mark VII|Detail=Page 55|D=18|M=6|Y=2021}} As with virtually all other iterations of Mjolnir, the overlapping thigh armor plates include weapon mounts for pistol-sized firearms.{{Ref/Site|Id=Cosplay76|URL=https://content.halocdn.com/media/Default/community/CosplayGuides/mk7_cosplayguide_fullsize-a95f71a129ae4094aef3ea0b6121fca4.pdf|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Official Cosplay Guide: Mark VII|Detail=Page 76|D=18|M=6|Y=2021}} The shin guards on Mark VII Mjolnir are composed of two separate plates (front and back), which are connected using high-strength buckles.{{Ref/Reuse|Cosplay90}} Mark VII's foot armor sits atop a form-fitting “bootie” made of a similar composite-polymer material as the techsuit. The underside of the boots feature a highly specialized tread pattern that provides optimal grip in a wide range of environments, designed to provide adequate friction for launching an attack. When necessary, electromagnetic resonance amplifiers can be
The majority of GEN3 Mark VII armor is made out of a [[titanium|titanium alloy]].{{Ref/Site|Id=Cosplay90|URL=https://content.halocdn.com/media/Default/community/CosplayGuides/mk7_cosplayguide_fullsize-a95f71a129ae4094aef3ea0b6121fca4.pdf|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Official Cosplay Guide: Mark VII|Detail=Page 90|D=18|M=6|Y=2021}} Its helmet features large, high-end air intakes on each side of the visor. Combined with robust filtration systems, these keep Spartans operating smoothly within the hostile air of alien worlds and in crowded urban environments alike. Spartans have the option of attaching two supplemental vents below the visor for improved breathability.{{Ref/Site|Id=Cosplay16|URL=https://content.halocdn.com/media/Default/community/CosplayGuides/mk7_cosplayguide_fullsize-a95f71a129ae4094aef3ea0b6121fca4.pdf|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Official Cosplay Guide: Mark VII|Detail=Page 16|D=18|M=6|Y=2021}} The Mark VII chest piece is compatible with a wide range of attachments and enhancements that can be tailored to specific mission parameters.{{Ref/Site|Id=Cosplay27|URL=https://content.halocdn.com/media/Default/community/CosplayGuides/mk7_cosplayguide_fullsize-a95f71a129ae4094aef3ea0b6121fca4.pdf|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Official Cosplay Guide: Mark VII|Detail=Page 27|D=18|M=6|Y=2021}} Similarly, the techsuit can also be easily customized. For the purpose of attaching shoulder and bicep armor, Mark VII armor includes a mounting pauldron that is connected directly to the techsuit.{{Ref/Site|Id=Cosplay34|URL=https://content.halocdn.com/media/Default/community/CosplayGuides/mk7_cosplayguide_fullsize-a95f71a129ae4094aef3ea0b6121fca4.pdf|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Official Cosplay Guide: Mark VII|Detail=Page 34|D=18|M=6|Y=2021}}{{Ref/Site|Id=Cosplay41|URL=https://content.halocdn.com/media/Default/community/CosplayGuides/mk7_cosplayguide_fullsize-a95f71a129ae4094aef3ea0b6121fca4.pdf|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Official Cosplay Guide: Mark VII|Detail=Page 41|D=18|M=6|Y=2021}} As with previous iterations of Mjolnir armor, Mark VII forearms support attachments such as [[TACPAD]]s.{{Ref/Site|Id=Cosplay48|URL=https://content.halocdn.com/media/Default/community/CosplayGuides/mk7_cosplayguide_fullsize-a95f71a129ae4094aef3ea0b6121fca4.pdf|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Official Cosplay Guide: Mark VII|Detail=Page 48|D=18|M=6|Y=2021}} The gloves used with Mark VII armor—as well as any set of GEN3 Mjolnir—make use of enhanced nano-papillary cells to provide strong grip and surface friction, which is ideal when coming into frequent contact with incredibly smooth alien alloys. The gloves also provide protection in hazardous environments while remaining flexible enough to allow for maximum mobility, particularly for the trigger finger.{{Ref/Site|Id=Cosplay55|URL=https://content.halocdn.com/media/Default/community/CosplayGuides/mk7_cosplayguide_fullsize-a95f71a129ae4094aef3ea0b6121fca4.pdf|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Official Cosplay Guide: Mark VII|Detail=Page 55|D=18|M=6|Y=2021}} As with virtually all other iterations of Mjolnir, the overlapping thigh armor plates include weapon mounts for pistol-sized firearms.{{Ref/Site|Id=Cosplay76|URL=https://content.halocdn.com/media/Default/community/CosplayGuides/mk7_cosplayguide_fullsize-a95f71a129ae4094aef3ea0b6121fca4.pdf|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Official Cosplay Guide: Mark VII|Detail=Page 76|D=18|M=6|Y=2021}} The shin guards on Mark VII Mjolnir are composed of two separate plates (front and back), which are connected using high-strength buckles.{{Ref/Reuse|Cosplay90}} Mark VII's foot armor sits atop a form-fitting “bootie” made of a similar composite-polymer material as the techsuit. The underside of the boots feature a highly specialized tread pattern that provides optimal grip in a wide range of environments, designed to provide adequate friction for launching an attack. When necessary, electromagnetic resonance amplifiers can be
engaged to provide additional stability.{{Ref/Site|Id=Cosplay97|URL=https://content.halocdn.com/media/Default/community/CosplayGuides/mk7_cosplayguide_fullsize-a95f71a129ae4094aef3ea0b6121fca4.pdf|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Official Cosplay Guide: Mark VII|Detail=Page 97|D=18|M=6|Y=2021}}
engaged to provide additional stability.{{Ref/Site|Id=Cosplay97|URL=https://content.halocdn.com/media/Default/community/CosplayGuides/mk7_cosplayguide_fullsize-a95f71a129ae4094aef3ea0b6121fca4.pdf|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Official Cosplay Guide: Mark VII|Detail=Page 97|D=18|M=6|Y=2021}}
Similar to the GEN3 [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor/Mark VI|Mark VI]] armor,{{Ref/Quest|Id=Warship Gbraakon|Hi|Ringfall|Warship Gbraakon}} the GEN3 Mark VII appears to contain a survival mode that keep its user alive under extreme conditions.{{Ref/Reuse|RP22}}{{Ref/Reuse|RP39}} This includes medical systems that, over the course of a week or so, can regenerate severe but not immediately lethal impalement wounds while keeping the occupant semicomatose.{{Ref/Reuse|RP22}}


==In-game information==
==In-game information==
===''Halo 4''===
===''Halo 4''===
As part of [[Series 7: Elite]] for ''[[Halo: The Master Chief Collection]]'', a helmet based on the Mark VII design featured in ''[[Halo Infinite]]'' is available for use. While visually similar, this helmet is known as the [[Project KEYSTONE|Keystone]] helmet.{{Ref/Twitter|Halo|1405601698161336320|Halo|Quote=Make sure it fits just right. Next week in MCC with the arrival of Season 7, don't miss your chance to grab the #HaloInfinite Inspired Mk. VII Helmet for Halo 4.|D=17|M=6|Y=2021}}
As part of [[Season 7: Elite]] for ''[[Halo: The Master Chief Collection]]'', a helmet based on the Mark VII design featured in ''[[Halo Infinite]]'' is available for use. While visually similar, this helmet is known as the [[Project KEYSTONE|Keystone]] helmet.{{Ref/Twitter|Halo|1405601698161336320|Halo|Quote=Make sure it fits just right. Next week in MCC with the arrival of Season 7, don't miss your chance to grab the #HaloInfinite Inspired Mk. VII Helmet for Halo 4.|D=17|M=6|Y=2021}}
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|align="left"|'''Description (MCC):''' Materials Group evolutionary design that eventually formed the basis of the production Mk. VII.
|align="left"|'''Description (MCC):''' Materials Group evolutionary design that eventually formed the basis of the production Mk. VII.
|N/A {{C|''MCC''-exclusive}}
|N/A {{C|''MCC''-exclusive}}
|[[Series 7: Elite]], Purchase in The Exchange ({{SeasonPoint|0}})
|[[Season 7: Elite]], Purchase in The Exchange ({{SeasonPoint|0}})
|}
|}


===''Halo Infinite''===
===''Halo Infinite''===
{{Center|For armor pieces compatible with the Mark VII armor core, see [[Armor customization (Halo Infinite)#Mark VII core|here]].}}
The Mark VII armor core is the default armor core unlocked for all players in ''[[Halo Infinite]]'' multiplayer. The Mark VII helmet and its attachments are available for [[multiplayer]] Spartan [[Armor customization (Halo Infinite)|armor customization]] on the Mark VII armor core.
The Mark VII armor core is the default armor core unlocked for all players in ''[[Halo Infinite]]'' multiplayer. The Mark VII helmet and its attachments are available for [[multiplayer]] Spartan [[Armor customization (Halo Infinite)|armor customization]] on the Mark VII armor core.
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|align="center"|[[File:HINF MarkVII Core Icon.png|75px]]<br/>Mark VII armor core
|align="center"|[[File:HINF MarkVII Core Icon.png|75px]]<br/>Mark VII armor core
|[[Materials Group]]
|[[Materials Group]]
|Created with input from Dr. Halsey herself, the latest MARK VII iteration refreshes the Mjolnir technical architecture with breakthroughs in neural interfaces, shield emitters, fusion power, and armor formulation.{{Ref/Note|Id=S2change1|In Season 01 Mark VII's description was "The latest generation of powered assault armor.".}}
|The latest generation of powered assault armor.
|Common{{Ref/Note|Id=S2change2|In Season 01 Mark VII had a Rare rarity}}
|Rare
|Unlocked by default
|Unlocked by default
|-
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|Legendary
|Legendary
|[[Season 01: Heroes of Reach]] [[Battle Pass]] level 96 (Free)
|[[Season 01: Heroes of Reach]] [[Battle Pass]] level 96 (Free)
|}
|}
====Attachments====
*Calling Card
*[[Command Network Module|CNM(5)/BNR/FASCINATOR]]
*Flower Power
*[[Hardened Uplink|HUL[4X]/ENIT/WITCHBRAND]]
*HUL-I/LIGHTSPIKE
*[[Hardened uplink/remote sensor package|HUL-I/RS/FACELIFT]]
*HUL-I/RS(2)/VENONA
*Needle Minder
*Purrfect Audio
*Rein Supreme
*[[Remote sensor|RS[3]/LOCKSTEP]]
*Silent Nightcap
*Tines of Respect
*[[Target acquisition system|TAS/NETMOON]]
*[[UA attachments|UA/ARMET]]
==Production notes==
Both the Keystone helmet in ''Halo: The Master Chief Collection'' and the Mark VII armor in ''Halo Infinite'' are called Olympus in the games' files.{{Ref/Game|MCC}}{{Ref/Game|HI}}


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
{{Linkbox|gallery=yes|gallerypage=Images of MJOLNIR Mark VII}}
===Concept art and artwork===
===Concept art and illustrations===
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:HTW-Naomi010-Mk7Armor.png|Naomi-010 in her GEN1 Mark VII armor in ''[[Halo: The Thursday War]]''.
File:HTW-Naomi010-Mk7Armor.png|Naomi-010 in her GEN1 Mark VII armor in ''[[Halo: The Thursday War]]''.
File:HINF MarkVII Concept.jpg|GEN3 Mark VII concept art for ''Halo Infinite''.
File:HINF MarkVII Concept.jpg|GEN3 Mark VII concept art for ''Halo Infinite''.
File:HINF MarkVIIFrontConcept.jpg|Concept art of GEN3 Mark VII from the front.
File:HINF MarkVIIFrontConcept.jpg|Concept art of GEN3 Mark VII from the front.
File:HINF Concept MarkVIIIntro1.jpg|Concept exploration of Mark VII components as part of a proposed intro animation for ''Halo Infinite''.
File:HINF Concept MarkVIIIntro2.jpg|Another concept exploring components of Mark VII armor.
File:HINF Concept MarkVIIIntro3.jpg|Another concept exploring components of Mark VII armor.
File:HINF Concept MarkVIIIntro4.jpg|Another concept exploring components of Mark VII armor.
File:HINF Concept RECON.jpg|Concept exploration of a Mark VII "RECON" loadout with several kinds of placeholder [[equipment]].
File:HINF Concept HEAVY.jpg|Concept exploration of a Mark VII "HEAVY" loadout with several kinds of placeholder equipment.
</gallery>
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<gallery>
File:HINF MarkVII Monarch Coating.jpg|GEN3 Mark VII with [[Armor accessories/UA|UA/Agathius]] shoulders employing the Monarch [[armor coating]] in ''Halo Infinite''.
File:HINF MarkVII Monarch Coating.jpg|GEN3 Mark VII with [[Armor accessories/UA|UA/Agathius]] shoulders employing the Monarch [[armor coating]] in ''Halo Infinite''.
File:HINF-Watchdog.png|A Spartan-IV wearing GEN3 Mark VII while employing the Watchdog armor coating in ''Halo Infinite''.
File:HINF-Watchdog.png|The GEN3 Mark VII variant employing the Watchdog armor coating in ''Halo Infinite''.
File:HInf Armor MkVII.jpg|A Spartan-IV wearing Mark VII, featuring the Scorpion Punch coating.
File:HINF MarkVIISlide.png|A Spartan-IV wearing GEN3 Mark VII and wielding an [[MK50 Sidekick]].
File:HINF-OrangeUAMarkVII.png|A Spartan-IV wearing a GEN3 Mark VII helmet with a UA/Armet attachment.
File:HINF-OrangeUAMarkVII.png|A Spartan-IV wearing a GEN3 Mark VII helmet with a UA/Armet attachment.
File:HINF MarkVIISlide.png|A Spartan-IV wearing GEN3 Mark VII and wielding an [[Mk50 Sidekick]].
File:HINF-Season1SpartanNod.jpg|A Spartan in Mark VII in the [[Halo Infinite Multiplayer Season 1 Cinematic Intro]].
File:HINF-Season1SpartanNod.jpg|A Spartan in Mark VII in the [[Halo Infinite Multiplayer Season 1 Cinematic Intro]].
File:HINF HudsonGriffin Armour.jpg|A close-up look at [[Hudson Griffin|Hudson Griffin's]] Mark VII armor in [[Chak 'Lok|Chak 'Lok's]] tower.
</gallery>
File:HINF-KOTH1.jpg|A Mark VII-clad Spartan-IV alongside a [[RAKSHASA-class Mjolnir|Rakshasa-clad]] Spartan-IV in promotional content for [[Season 02: Lone Wolves]].
 
File:HINF WCII Mark VII Sweetsight Silent & Nightcap.png|A Mark VII helmet with the Silent Nightcap attachment, promoting the [[Winter Contingency II]] event.
===''Halo Infinite'' coatings===
File:HINF-BreakerFirefight.png|A Mark VII-clad Spartan-IV with an overcharged [[Rohakadu-pattern plasma pistol]].
<gallery>
File:HINF MarkVII Granular Coating.png|Unicorn Dream coating
File:HINF Karaba Sirocco Coating Transparent.png|Karaba Sirocco coating
File:HINF MarkVII Monarch Coating - Transparent.png|Monarch coating
File:HINF - Mark VII - Red Shift armor coating.png|Red Shift coating
File:HInf Armor MkVII.jpg|Scorpion Punch coating
File:HINF - Watchdog armor coating (Mark VII with MA40).png|Watchdog coating
</gallery>
</gallery>


===Merchandise===
===Merchandise===
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:MEGA Spartan MK-VII.jpg|A GEN3 Mark VII Spartan MEGA Construx figure.
File:MEGA Spartan MK-VII.jpg|A GEN3 Mark VII Spartan MEGA Construx set.
File:ToyFairNY 12" Spartan Mark VII Red.jpg|A GEN3 Mark VII Spartan figure, promoted at Toy Fair New York 2020.
File:ToyFairNY 12" Spartan Mark VII Red.jpg|A GEN3 Mark VII Spartan figure.
</gallery>
</gallery>


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*''[[Halo: Official Spartan Field Manual]]'' {{Mo}}
*''[[Halo: Official Spartan Field Manual]]'' {{Mo}}
*''[[Halo Infinite]]''
*''[[Halo Infinite]]''
*''[[Halo: The Third Life]]''
*''[[Halo: Flashpoint]]''
==Notes==
{{Ref/Notes}}


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


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