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[[File:HINF - Yoroi armor core.jpg|thumb|300px|The Yoroi armor core in ''Halo Infinite''.]] | [[File:HINF - Yoroi armor core.jpg|thumb|300px|The Yoroi armor core in ''Halo Infinite''.]] | ||
{{Article quote|...YOROI are forged using ancient karakuri arts from the raw energies of the land—each hand-crafted for eager young samurai of unimpeachable honor to defend their clan and lands from the barbaric Covenant invaders.{{Ref/Reuse|TenraiLaunch}}}} | {{Article quote|...YOROI are forged using ancient karakuri arts from the raw energies of the land—each hand-crafted for eager young samurai of unimpeachable honor to defend their clan and lands from the barbaric Covenant invaders.{{Ref/Reuse|TenraiLaunch}}}} | ||
The '''Yoroi''' is | The '''Yoroi''' is an armor core employed by samurai of the 343 clans of the Imperial Court in the [[Tenrai]] [[Fractures|Fracture]].{{Ref/Site|Id=tgjsf|URL=https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2021/06/13/halo-infinite-the-great-journey-so-far/|Site=Xbox Wire|Page=Halo Infinite: The Great Journey So Far|D=13|M=6|Y=2021}}{{Ref/Site|Id=TenraiLaunch|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/fracture-tenrai-event-launch|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=FRACTURE: TENRAI EVENT LAUNCH|D=23|M=11|Y=2021}} | ||
== In-game information == | == In-game information == | ||
The Yoroi armor core was originally unlockable by attaining level 5 on the Event Pass during the [[Fractures: Tenrai]] [[event]] in [[Season 01: Heroes of Reach]], the first [[season]] of ''[[Halo Infinite]]'' [[multiplayer]]. Customization options for the Yoroi are unlocked by attaining later levels of the Event Pass or purchasing [[Shop Bundles | The Yoroi armor core was originally unlockable by attaining level 5 on the Event Pass during the [[Fractures: Tenrai]] [[event]] in [[Season 01: Heroes of Reach]], the first [[season]] of ''[[Halo Infinite]]'' [[multiplayer]]. Customization options for the Yoroi are unlocked by attaining later levels of the Event Pass or purchasing [[Shop Bundles]] from the ''Halo Infinite'' in-game [[shop]] during the weeks when the Fracture: Tenrai event is live.{{Ref/Reuse|tgjsf}}{{Ref/Site|Id=InsideJune|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/inside-infinite-june-2021|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Inside Infinite - June 2021|D=25|M=6|Y=2021}} With the release of the December update during ''Halo Infinite's'' [[Winter Update]], the Yoroi armor core was granted to all players for free.{{Ref/Site|Id=december2022|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/halo-infinite-december-2022-update|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Halo Infinite <nowiki>|</nowiki> December 2022 Update|D=8|M=12|Y=2022}} The armor core is slated to gain new cosmetics during [[Season 04: Infection]]. | ||
===Armor core=== | ===Armor core=== | ||
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|align="center"|[[File:HINF Yoroi Core Icon.png|75px]]<br/>Yoroi | |align="center"|[[File:HINF Yoroi Core Icon.png|75px]]<br/>Yoroi | ||
|Fracture: Tenrai | |Fracture: Tenrai | ||
|Wrought of the finest blessed ores and cooled by the breath of a thousand saints, each YOROI is a masterpiece of art and war. When its bearer falls, the armor is reclaimed and refitted for another young warrior eager to prove their worth.{{Ref/Note|Id=S2change| | |Wrought of the finest blessed ores and cooled by the breath of a thousand saints, each YOROI is a masterpiece of art and war. When its bearer falls, the armor is reclaimed and refitted for another young warrior eager to prove their worth.{{Ref/Note|Id=S2change|In Season 01 Yoroi's description was "Samurai armor from a strange realm".}} | ||
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==Production notes== | ==Production notes== | ||
The physical architecture of the Yoroi armor draws inspiration from its namesake, a [[Wikipedia:Japanese armour|Japanese armor]] named ''[[Wikipedia:Ō-yoroi|ō-yoroi]]'', which is [[Japan]]ese for "great armor" and was worn by the Japanese samurai. The armor core features [[Wikipedia:Lamellar armour|horizontal rows of armor plates]] on the shoulders, while the armor below the waist resembled the ''haidate'', which were thigh guards that tied around the waist and covered the thighs. The HIKESHI and KABUTO helmets feature characteristics like a large crest on the helmet and a neck guard made of curved plates. The Swordsman's Belt adds a ''[[Wikipedia:Uwa-obi|uwa-obi]]'' around the waist, with the ''[[Wikipedia:Tantō|tantō]]'' handle typically facing towards the wearer's right-hand side for use when grappling in close quarters. The Ever-filled Juzu features the ''juzu'', which were rice rations carried by samurai and named after [[Wikipedia:Prayer beads#Buddhism|Buddhist prayer beads]]. The Twin Dragons chest piece includes a pair of [[wikipedia:Sai (weapon)|sai]], pronged weapons associated with | The physical architecture of the Yoroi armor draws inspiration from its namesake, a [[Wikipedia:Japanese armour|Japanese armor]] named ''[[Wikipedia:Ō-yoroi|ō-yoroi]]'', which is [[Japan]]ese for "great armor" and was worn by the Japanese samurai. The armor core features [[Wikipedia:Lamellar armour|horizontal rows of armor plates]] on the arm shoulders, while the armor below the waist resembled the ''haidate'', which were thigh guards that tied around the waist and covered the thighs. The HIKESHI and KABUTO helmets feature characteristics like a large crest on the helmet and a neck guard made of curved plates. The Swordsman's Belt adds a ''[[Wikipedia:Uwa-obi|uwa-obi]]'' around the waist, with the ''[[Wikipedia:Tantō|tantō]]'' handle typically facing towards the wearer's right-hand side for use when grappling in close quarters. The Ever-filled Juzu features the ''juzu'', which were rice rations carried by samurai and named after [[Wikipedia:Prayer beads#Buddhism|Buddhist prayer beads]]. The Twin Dragons chest piece includes a pair of [[wikipedia:Sai (weapon)|sai]], pronged weapons associated with ninja. | ||
*''Hikeshi'' is Japanese for "[[Wikipedia:Fires in Edo|firefighting]]". The HIKESHI helmet, especially its ''shikoro'' neckguard, bears a strong resemblance to the modern Japanese firefighter helmet, characterized by its flaps, the design of which has descended from the Edo period, when the ''hikeshi'' (firefighting) system and ''buke hikeshi'' (samurai firefighters) were introduced. | *''Hikeshi'' is Japanese for "[[Wikipedia:Fires in Edo|firefighting]]". The HIKESHI helmet, especially its ''shikoro'' neckguard, bears a strong resemblance to the modern Japanese firefighter helmet, characterized by its flaps, the design of which has descended from the Edo period, when the ''hikeshi'' (firefighting) system and ''buke hikeshi'' (samurai firefighters) were introduced. | ||
*''[[Wikipedia:Chonmage|Chonmage]]'' is a type of traditional Japanese topknot haircut worn by men and commonly associated to samurai. The CHONMAGE helmet features a protrusion which resembles the topknot. | *''[[Wikipedia:Chonmage|Chonmage]]'' is a type of traditional Japanese topknot haircut worn by men and commonly associated to samurai. The CHONMAGE helmet features a protrusion which resembles the topknot. | ||
*''[[Wikipedia:Kabuto|Kabuto]]'' is "combat helmet" in Japanese, though it commonly refers to helmets worn by ancient Japanese warriors and samurai. | *''[[Wikipedia:Kabuto|Kabuto]]'' is "combat helmet" in Japanese, though it commonly refers to helmets worn by ancient Japanese warriors and samurai. | ||
*''[[Wikipedia:Yōkai|Yōkai]]'' refers to the supernatural entities and spirits in Japanese folklore. Similar to the ''Yōkai'', which often have animal features, the YOKAI helmet possesses animalistic horns and teeth. | *''[[Wikipedia:Yōkai|Yōkai]]'' refers to the supernatural entities and spirits in Japanese folklore. Similar to the ''Yōkai'', which often have animal features, the YOKAI helmet possesses animalistic horns and teeth. | ||
*''Hakushika'' is Japanese for "white deer". Deer are considered sacred in Buddhism and Shintoism, and the hakushika in particular is the subject of a Chinese legend: [[wikipedia:Emperor Xuanzong of Tang|Emperor Xuanzong]] is said to have encountered a white deer adorned with a medallion distinguishing the animal as being over 1,000 years old, and the emperor interpreted this as a sign that his own life would be long and prosperous. The HAKUSHIKA helmet's Unshed Valor attachment resembles deer antlers. | *''Hakushika'' is Japanese for "white deer". Deer are considered sacred in Buddhism and Shintoism, and the hakushika in particular is the subject of a Chinese legend: [[wikipedia:Emperor Xuanzong of Tang|Emperor Xuanzong]] is said to have encountered a white deer adorned with a medallion distinguishing the animal as being over 1,000 years old, and the emperor interpreted this as a sign that his own life would be long and prosperous. The HAKUSHIKA helmet's Unshed Valor attachment resembles deer antlers. | ||
*''Kawari'' is Japanese for "exotic" and refers to an "unusually shaped" style of samurai | *''Kawari'' is Japanese for "exotic" and refers to an "unusually shaped" style of samurai helmets that emerged in the 16th century. These helmets were believed to have been worn by elite soldiers. They emphasized form over function, serving as personal identifiers during combat and also displaying the wearer's taste and importance during formal occasions. The KAWARI helmet's ostentatious peak is typical of the kawari style. | ||
Season 04 saw the Yoroi core's icons being updated, following the same theme as the Mark VII armor core, featuring a green visor, an altered image angle, and the removal of the Gatekeeper shoulders from any applicable render. | |||
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File:HINF Hikeshi Helmet Icon.png | |||
File:HINF Chonmage Helmet Icon.png | |||
File:HINF Kabuto Helmet Icon.png | |||
File:HINF Yokai Helmet Icon.png | |||
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<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
File:HINF | File:HINF - Helmet icon - Hikeshi (Season 04).png | ||
File:HINF - Helmet icon - | File:HINF - Helmet icon - Chonmage (Season 04).png | ||
File:HINF - Helmet icon - Kabuto (Season 04).png | |||
File:HINF - Helmet icon - Yokai (Season 04).png | |||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
===References=== | |||
The CHONMAGE helmet's design is based on the [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor|Mark VI GEN1]] variant of [[EVA-class Mjolnir]] helmet seen in ''[[Halo 3]]'', featuring a very similar visor shape and indentations, along with a similar mouthguard design. Additionally, The YOKAI helmet's design is based on the [[LOCUS-class Mjolnir]] helmet seen in ''[[Halo 4]]'' and ''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]'', albeit featuring additional horns, a simplified mouth design with teeth, and a nose sculpt. | |||
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
{{Linkbox|gallery=yes|gallerypage=Images of Yoroi}} | {{Linkbox|gallery=yes|gallerypage=Images of Yoroi}} | ||
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File:Hinf-Concept-Yoroi designs.png|Concept art of armor for the Yoroi core, seen during the ''Halo Infinite'' Multiplayer Technical Preview Overview in July, 2021. | File:Hinf-Concept-Yoroi designs.png|Concept art of armor for the Yoroi core, seen during the ''Halo Infinite'' Multiplayer Technical Preview Overview in July, 2021. | ||
File:HINF - Yoroi armor core - Kyle Hefley - 00002.jpg|A high-poly turnaround of the Yoroi armor core. | |||
File:HINF - Yoroi helmets - Kyle Hefley - 00003.jpg|A high-poly turnaround of the Yokai helmet. | |||
File:HINF - Yoroi helmets - Kyle Hefley - 00004.jpg|A high-poly turnaround of the Kabuto helmet. | |||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
===Promotional art=== | ===Promotional art=== | ||
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File:HINF YoroiPromoArt.jpg|Limited-edition Comic-Con screenprint featuring Yoroi armor. | File:HINF YoroiPromoArt.jpg|Limited-edition Comic-Con screenprint featuring Yoroi armor. | ||
File:HINF EventFracture Tenrai banner.jpg|The main promotional key art for the Tenrai event, featuring | File:HINF EventFracture Tenrai banner.jpg|The main promotional key art for the Tenrai event, featuring Yokai and Hikeshi-clad Spartans. | ||
File:HINF FracturesYoroi.png|Promotional artwork of the Yoroi armor, used as the Tenrai event's banner in-game, featuring a Spartan | File:HINF FracturesYoroi.png|Promotional artwork of the Yoroi armor, used as the Tenrai event's banner in-game, featuring a Spartan with the Kabuto helmet. | ||
File:HINF - Chonmage bundle promo.jpg|Promotional image of the Chonmage armor bundle for the Yoroi armor core. | File:HINF - Chonmage bundle promo.jpg|Promotional image of the Chonmage armor bundle for the Yoroi armor core. | ||
File:HINF - Silent Sentry bundle promo.png|Promotional image of the Silent Sentry bundle for the Yoroi armor core. | File:HINF - Silent Sentry bundle promo.png|Promotional image of the Silent Sentry bundle for the Yoroi armor core. | ||
File:HINF-S4TenraiSpartan.jpg|Season 04 Yoroi armor | File:HINF-S4TenraiSpartan.jpg|Season 04 Yoroi armor. | ||
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File:HINF MPRevealTrailer Yoroi 2.png|A frontal view of the Yoroi core, first introduced in the [[A New Generation]] trailer. | File:HINF MPRevealTrailer Yoroi 2.png|A frontal view of the Yoroi core, first introduced in the [[A New Generation]] trailer. | ||
File:HINF_Yoroi-class Mjolnir 3.png|A | File:HINF MPRevealTrailer Yoroi.png|A Kabuto-clad Spartan throwing a {{Pattern|Anskum|plasma grenade}}. | ||
File:HINF - MP Overview - Yoroi preview.png|A | File:HINF_Yoroi-class Mjolnir 2.png|A Kabuto-clad Spartan engaging in combat. | ||
File:HINF_Yoroi-class Mjolnir 3.png|A Kabuto-clad Spartan wielding an [[Energy Sword]]. | |||
File:HINF - MP Overview - Yoroi preview.png|A Kabuto-clad Spartan, seen during the ''Halo Infinite'' Multiplayer Overview. | |||
File:HINF-Chonmage.jpg|Armor customization menu for the Yoroi core in ''Halo Infinite''. | File:HINF-Chonmage.jpg|Armor customization menu for the Yoroi core in ''Halo Infinite''. | ||
File:HINF - | File:HINF Heart Piercer Bundle.png|A Spartan wearing the Kunai of the Hidden Hand chest. | ||
File:HINF - Event - Tenrai - 00003.png|A Spartan with the | File:HINF-HikeshiFragmentation.jpg|A Spartan with the Hikeshi helmet on [[Fragmentation]]. | ||
File:HINF - | File:HINF - Event - Tenrai - 00003.png|A Spartan with the Chonmage helmet on Fragmentation. | ||
File:HINF - Event - Tenrai - 00002.png|A | File:HINF-LaunchSiteYokai.jpg|A Spartan with the Yokai helmet on [[Launch Site]]. | ||
File:HINF-YoroiRecharge.jpg|Three | File:HINF - Event - Tenrai - 00002.png|A Kabuto-clad Spartan with an MA40, alongside a [[FIREFALL-class Mjolnir|Firefall]]-clad Spartan-IV. | ||
File:HINF- | File:HINF-YoroiRecharge.jpg|Three Kabuto-clad Spartans and a Yokai-clad Spartan win a game on [[Recharge]]. | ||
File:HINF - Season 04 trailer - Yoroi - 00001.png|A Yoroi-clad Spartan with new armor, activating the [[Quantum Translocator]] on [[Scarr]]. | |||
File:HINF - Yoroi | File:HINF - Season 04 trailer - Yoroi - 00002.png|A Yoroi-clad Spartan with new armor, wearing the Smellbringer promotional armor coating, and using a customized [[Mk50 Sidekick]]. | ||
File:HINF - Yoroi | File:HINF - Season 04 trailer - Yoroi - 00003.png|A Yoroi-clad Spartan fighting a [[Hazmat (armor)|Hazmat]] Spartan in a game of [[Infection]] on [[Streets]]. | ||
File:HINF - Season 04 trailer - Yoroi - | File:HINF - Season 04 trailer - Yoroi - 00004.png|A Yoroi-clad Spartan running from two infected Spartans during a game of Infection. | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||