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A ZVEZDA-clad Spartan-IV with a MLRS-2 Hydra on Highpower.
A Spartan equipped with the DROCTULF target acquisition system module.

Target acquisition system (TAS) is an external helmet attachment compatible with the MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor.[1]

Overview[edit]

Design details[edit]

External target acquisition systems tend to be bulky and complex.[2]

Usage[edit]

TAS modules are used for target acquisition.

Known modules[edit]

There are several modules for external target acquisition systems, each with its own distinct physical appearance.

DROCTULF[edit]

ZVEZDA-class Mjolnir helmet with TAS/DROCTULF attachment icon from the Halo Infinite Multiplayer Tech Preview.
The DROCTULF module on the Zvezda helmet.

Manufactured by Meyer e.V., the DROCTULF module incorporated technologies adjacent to Project THEIA to reduce the bulk and complexity of external target acquisition systems. The DROCTULF module has been observed to be compatible exclusively with the ZVEZDA-class Mjolnir helmet.[2]

FES/BRONTES[edit]

UNSC, Legendary, A field-expedient synthesis of spare parts, ONI BRONTES firmware, and repurposed up-links designed by Isabel to provide a direct connection for Spartans to the Spirit of Fire's targeting array.
The FES/BRONTES module on the Ardent helmet.

The FES/BRONTES module presumably comes in two forms: a variant manufactured by the United Nations Space Command and a variant recreated by the crew of the UNSC Spirit of Fire while on Installation 00.[1][3][Note 1] The FES/BRONTES module build by the Spirit of Fire is a field-expedient combination of spare parts, ONI's "BRONTES" firmware, and reused up-links designed by the Smart AI Isabel, providing the equipped Spartans on the Lesser Ark with a direct connection to the ship's targeting array.[4]

The FES/BRONTES module is compatible with:

GUNGNIR MOD 3[edit]

The Wyrd III target acquisition package has gone on to be a defining standard of UNSC fire control systems.
The GUNGNIR MOD 3 module on the GUNGNIR helmet.

Manufactured by Misriah Armory and based on Project GUNGNIR, the GUNGNIR MOD 3 adds a face shield with an integrated Wyrd III target acquisition package, which would go on to be a defining standard of UNSC fire control systems.[5] The GUNGNIR MOD 3 module has been observed to be compatible exclusively with the GUNGNIR-class Mjolnir helmet.[6]

GUNGNIR MOD 6[edit]

Not naked!
The GUNGNIR MOD 6 module on the Stormfall helmet.

Manufactured by Meyer e.V. and based on Project GUNGNIR, the GUNGNIR MOD 6 adds new weapon interfaces, extended IFF range, and deeper battlenet synchronization among GUNGNIR-equipped Spartans. The GUNGNIR MOD 6 module has been observed to be compatible exclusively with the STORMFALL-class Mjolnir helmet.[7]

HYAS[edit]

A simplified and updated version of Wyrd III target acquisition hardware. (Emerson Tactical Systems/Legendary)
The HYAS module on Emerson's Military Police helmet.

Manufactured by Emerson Tactical Systems, the HYAS module features a cheaper and updated version of the Wyrd III hardware featured on both GEN1 and GEN2 versions of the GUNGNIR-class Mjolnir. The HYAS module has been observed to be compatible exclusively with Emerson's model of the Military Police helmet.[8]

LANTIFRID[edit]

Menu icon for LANTIFRID helmet attachment
The LANTIFRID module on the AKIS-II GRD helmet.

Manufactured by Watershed Division, the LANTIFRID module is THEIA-compatible. Most of its functionality remains locked and undocumented, and even the highest-ranking ONI officers on the UNSC Infinity lack authority to access its low-level diagnostic functions. The LANTIFRID module has been observed to be compatible exclusively with the AKIS-II GRD helmet.[9]

MOTHACID[edit]

The CELOX helmet attachment from Halo Infinite
The MOTHACID module on the Celox helmet.

Manufactured by Watershed Division, the MOTHACID is a codename given by the Xeno-Materials Exploitation Group for a module used to detect, analyze, and identify alien artifacts and signal sources. Spartans have also adapted the instrumentation package to interface with Mjolnir fire control systems. The MOTHACID module has been observed to be compatible exclusively with the CELOX-class Mjolnir helmet.[10]

NETMOON[edit]

TAS/NETMOON Helmet attachment icon
The MOTHACID module on the Cavallino helmet.

Manufactured by Watershed Division, the NETMOON module is a targeting array commonly used by snipers for low orbit targeting.[11]

The NETMOON module is compatible with:

ORCUS[edit]

The Rampart helmet attachment from Halo Infinite
The ORCUS module on the Rampart helmet.

Manufactured by Chalybs Defense Solutions, the ORCUS module is used by Spartan intelligence units for locating targets. The ORCUS module has been observed to be compatible exclusively with the RAMPART-class Mjolnir helmet.[12]

PATTERNWOLF[edit]

Icon of the TAS[2]/PATTERNWOLF helmet attachment.
The PATTERNWOLF module on the Shikari helmet.

Manufactured by RKD Group, the second-generation PATTERNWOLF module uses miniaturized and improved version of the information fusion system fitted to the ARGUS helmet. However, Spartan-IV's lack the cognitive flexibility to make use of the PATTERNWOLF for more then a few minutes at a time. The PATTERNWOLF module has been observed to be compatible exclusively with the SHIKARI-class Mjolnir helmet.[13]

PATTON[edit]

Menu icon for PATTON helmet attachment
The PATTON module on the Artaius helmet.

Manufactured by Materials Group, the PATTON module collects data for the KOBOLD combat drone initiative. The PATTON module has been observed to be compatible exclusively with the ARTAIUS-class Mjolnir helmet.[14]

In-game information[edit]

Halo Infinite[edit]

TAS attachments are available as customization options in Halo Infinite.

Mark VII core[edit]

Helmet Attachment Manufacturer Lore Compatible Helmets Rarity Unlock Requirements
ZVEZDA-class Mjolnir helmet with TAS/DROCTULF attachment icon from the Halo Infinite Multiplayer Tech Preview.
TAS/DROCTULF 		Meyer e.V. DROCTULF uses THEIA-adjacent technologies to reduce the bulk and complexity of external target acquisition systems.
  • Zvezda
 Epic Purchase "Zvezda Armor Set" Bundle from the Shop for 2,000 cR (or 1,500 cR during a sale)
Not naked!
TAS/GUNGNIR MOD 6 		Hannibal Weapon Systems GEN3 GUNGNIR adds new weapon interfaces, extended IFF range, and deeper battlenet synchronization with other GUNGNIR-equipped Spartans.
  • Stormfall
 Epic Purchase "Stormfall Armor Set" Bundle from the Shop for 1,200 cR
The CELOX helmet attachment from Halo Infinite
TAS/MOTHACID 		Watershed Division MOTHACID is the Xeno-Materials Exploitation Group codename for a specialized instrumentation package used to detect, analyze, and identify alien artifacts\signal sources. Spartans have adapted the equipment to interface with Mjolnir fire control systems.
  • Celox
 Epic Purchase "Celox Armor Set" Bundle from the Shop for 1,200 cR
TAS/NETMOON Helmet attachment icon
TAS/NETMOON 		Watershed Division With the right loadout a sniper using the Netmoon array could take the wings off a gnat from low orbit.
  • Cavallino
  • Deadeye
  • ISR
  • Mark VII
  • Menachite
  • Volant
 Legendary Season 03: Echoes Within Battle Pass level 65 (Premium)
The Rampart helmet attachment from Halo Infinite
TAS/ORCUS 		Chalybs Defense Solutions The doctrine of Spartan intelligence units is Find, Fix, and Finish. Exploitation and analysis of the remains is a job for technical specialists, not hyper-lethal combat machines.
  • Rampart
 Epic Season 02: Lone Wolves Battle Pass level 39 (Premium)

Mark V[B] core[edit]

Helmet Attachment Manufacturer Lore Compatible Helmets Rarity Unlock Requirements
The Wyrd III target acquisition package has gone on to be a defining standard of UNSC fire control systems.
TAS/GUNGNIR MOD 3 		Hannibal Weapon Systems The Wyrd III target acquisition package has gone on to be a defining standard of UNSC fire control systems.
  • GUNGNIR
 Epic Season 05: Reckoning Battle Pass level 19 (Free)

Rakshasa core[edit]

Helmet Attachment Manufacturer Lore Compatible Helmets Rarity Unlock Requirements
Menu icon for LANTIFRID helmet attachment
TAS/LANTIFRID 		Watershed Division Most of the functionality of this THEIA-compatible targeting module remains locked and undocumented, even the highest-ranking ONI officers on the UNSC Infinity lack authority to access its low-level diagnostic functions. AKIS II-GRD Legendary Season 02: Lone Wolves Battle Pass Level 69 (Premium)
Menu icon for PATTON helmet attachment
TAS/PATTON 		Materials Group No military research project is an island, even those used by Spartans. For example, Project ARTAIUS is a spinoff from Project GARMR, and the PATTON collects data needed for the KOBOLD combat drone initiative. Artaius Legendary Season 02: Lone Wolves Battle Pass Level 84 (Premium)
Icon of the TAS[2]/PATTERNWOLF helmet attachment.
TAS[2]/PATTERNWOLF 		RKD Group A miniaturized and improved version of the revolutionary information fusion system fitted to the ARGUS helmet. Unfortunately, Spartan-IV's lack the cognitive flexibility to make use of the PATTERNWOLF for more then a few minutes at a time. Shikari Legendary Season 02: Lone Wolves Interference Event Pass Level 10

Gallery[edit]

  • A Spartan-IV wearing a GEN3 Zvezda helmet with a TAS/DROCTULF attachment on Fragmentation.

    A Spartan-IV wearing a GEN3 Zvezda helmet with a TAS/DROCTULF attachment on Fragmentation.

  • A Spartan-IV wearing a GEN3 Stormfall helmet with a TAS/GUNGNIR MOD 6 attachment on Recharge.

    A Spartan-IV wearing a GEN3 Stormfall helmet with a TAS/GUNGNIR MOD 6 attachment on Recharge.

  • A Spartan-IV wearing a GEN3 Celox helmet with a TAS/MOTHACID attachment on Catalyst.

    A Spartan-IV wearing a GEN3 Celox helmet with a TAS/MOTHACID attachment on Catalyst.

  • A Spartan-IV wearing a GEN3 Rampart helmet with a TAS/ORCUS attachment on Catalyst.

    A Spartan-IV wearing a GEN3 Rampart helmet with a TAS/ORCUS attachment on Catalyst.

  • A Spartan-IV wearing an Artaius helmet with a TAS/PATTON attachment on Breaker.

    A Spartan-IV wearing an Artaius helmet with a TAS/PATTON attachment on Breaker.

  • A Spartan-IV wearing a Shikari helmet with a TAS[2]/PATTERNWOLF on Breaker.

    A Spartan-IV wearing a Shikari helmet with a TAS[2]/PATTERNWOLF on Breaker.

  • August-099 wearing an Ardent helmet with a TAS/FES/BRONTES attachment on Arcadia.

    August-099 wearing an Ardent helmet with a TAS/FES/BRONTES attachment on Arcadia.

List of appearances[edit]

Sources[edit]

  1. ^ a b Halo Infinite, Armor Hall
  2. ^ a b Halo Infinite, Armor Hall: TAS/DROCTULF - Helmet Attachment Description "DROCTULF uses THEIA-adjacent technologies to reduce the bulk and complexity of external target acquisition systems."
  3. ^ Halo: Hippocratica
  4. ^ Halo Infinite, Armor Hall: TAS/FES/BRONTES - Helmet Attachment Description "A field-expedient synthesis of spare parts, ONI BRONTES firmware, and repurposed up-links designed by Isabel to provide a direct connection for Spartans to the Spirit of Fire's targeting array."
  5. ^ Halo Infinite, Armor Hall: TAS/GUNGNIR MOD 3 - Helmet Attachment Description "The Wyrd III target acquisition package has gone on to be a defining standard of UNSC fire control systems."
  6. ^ Halo: Reach, Armory: GUNGNIR - Helmet Description "The Mk.V[G] was developed as part of the GUNGNIR Program alongside the M6 G/GNR Weapon system. The GUNGNIR Program involved the development of the many supplementary armor systems."
  7. ^ Halo Infinite, Armor Hall: TAS/GUNGNIR MOD 6 - Helmet Attachment Description "GEN3 GUNGNIR adds new weapon interfaces, extended IFF range, and deeper battlenet synchronization with other GUNGNIR-equipped Spartans."
  8. ^ Halo Infinite, Armor Hall: TAS/HYAS - Helmet Attachment Description "A simplified and updated version of Wyrd III target acquisition hardware."
  9. ^ Halo Infinite, Armor Hall: TAS/LANTIFRID - Helmet Attachment Description "Most of the functionality of this THEIA-compatible targeting module remains locked and undocumented, even the highest-ranking ONI officers on the UNSC Infinity lack authority to access its low-level diagnostic functions."
  10. ^ Halo Infinite, Armor Hall: TAS/MOTHACID - Helmet Attachment Description "MOTHACID is the Xeno-Materials Exploitation Group codename for a specialized instrumentation package used to detect, analyze, and identify alien artifacts\signal sources. Spartans have adapted the equipment to interface with Mjolnir fire control systems."
  11. ^ Halo Infinite, Armor Hall: TAS/NETMOON - Helmet Attachment Description "With the right loadout a sniper using the Netmoon array could take the wings off a gnat from low orbit."
  12. ^ Halo Infinite, Armor Hall: TAS/ORCUS - Helmet Attachment Description "The doctrine of Spartan intelligence units is Find, Fix, and Finish. Exploitation and analysis of the remains is a job for technical specialists, not hyper-lethal combat machines."
  13. ^ Halo Infinite, Armor Hall: TAS[2]/PATTERNWOLF - Helmet Attachment Description "A miniaturized and improved version of the revolutionary information fusion system fitted to the ARGUS helmet. Unfortunately, Spartan-IV's lack the cognitive flexibility to make use of the PATTERNWOLF for more then a few minutes at a time."
  14. ^ Halo Infinite, Armor Hall: TAS/PATTON - Helmet Attachment Description "No military research project is an island, even those used by Spartans. For example, Project ARTAIUS is a spinoff from Project GARMR, and the PATTON collects data needed for the KOBOLD combat drone initiative."

Notes[edit]

  1. ^ August-099 is depicted wearing an Ardent helmet with TAS/FES/BRONTES attachment in Halo: Hippocratica. This story is set in 2560, presumably while the Spirit of Fire and crew are still at Installation 00, at least according to Adam Andrews's knowledge of the vessel's whereabouts. The Armor Hall description of the helmet attachment describes it as created by Isabel using spare parts, an ONI firmware called "BRONTES", and reused up-links made by Isabel herself leaves room for the FES/BRONTES attachment to be a recreation of an existing BRONTES attachment. As this is the most logical reconciliation of the discrepancy, this article describes it as such.

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