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'''ICARUS-class Mjolnir''' is a variant of the [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor (GEN2)|MJOLNIR [GEN2] armor]].<ref name="H5">'''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]''' ''- Armory description''</ref>
'''ICARUS-class Mjolnir''' is a variant of the [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor (GEN2)|MJOLNIR [GEN2] armor]].{{Ref/Reuse|H5 Armory}}{{Ref/Site|Id=BH|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/bounty-hunters|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Canon Fodder - Bounty Hunters|D=09|M=07|Y=2021}}


==Overview==
==Overview==
The helmet is designed around the practical needs and tactical challenges of dynamic, high-threat combat actuation within cluttered and complex aerospace kill boxes. The armor is laced with inertial compensation webbing so Spartans can survive the crushing combat acceleration of modern strikecraft.<ref name="H5"/>
===Design details===
The helmet is designed around the practical needs and tactical challenges of dynamic, high-threat combat actuation within cluttered and complex aerospace kill boxes. The armor is laced with inertial compensation webbing so Spartans can survive the crushing combat acceleration of modern strikecraft.{{Ref/Reuse|H5 Armory}}


==Development history==
===Development history===
Icarus is one of the several armor system prototypes from [[Meyer e.V.]], tailored for hunter-killer operations in built-up areas, such as space habitats and arcologies.<ref name="BH">[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/bounty-hunters '''Halo Waypoint - Cannon Fodder: Bounty Hunters''']</ref> Icarus is also the latest in a series of cutting-edge Mjolnir suits created for Spartan aerospace pilots.<ref name="H5"/>
Icarus is one of the several armor system prototypes from [[Meyer e.V.]], tailored for hunter-killer operations in built-up areas, such as space habitats and arcologies. Icarus is also the latest in a series of cutting-edge Mjolnir suits created for Spartan aerospace pilots.{{Ref/Reuse|H5 Armory}}{{Ref/Reuse|BH}}


==In-game information==
==In-game information==
===Canon fodder===
===''Halo 5: Guardians''===
*'''Helmet:''' ''Rare ICARUS helmets are designed around the practical needs and tactical challenges of dynamic, high-threat combat actuation within cluttered and complex aerospace kill boxes.''<br>
{{Quote|Latest in a series of cutting-edge Mjolnir suits created for Spartan aerospace pilots, ICARUS cuirass' are laced with inertial compensation webbing so operators can survive the crushing combat acceleration of modern strikecraft.|The Icarus' alternate description, found in [[Canon Fodder]].{{Ref/Reuse|BH}}}}
*'''Armor:''' ''Latest in a series of cutting-edge Mjolnir suits created for Spartan aerospace pilots, ICARUS cuirass' are laced with inertial compensation webbing so operators can survive the crushing combat acceleration of modern strikecraft.''
Icarus was first introduced as an [[Armor customization (Halo 5: Guardians)|armor set]] in ''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]'' in the [[Monitor's Bounty]] update.{{Ref/Site|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/monitor-s-bounty-preview|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Monitor's Bounty Preview|D=30|M=10|Y=2021}} The suit has no alternate skins.


===Halo 5: Guardians===
Unlike other armour sets found in the game, Icarus's body armour was given two alternating descriptions - one in the reveal Canon Fodder article (found above) and one found in-game (featured below).
'''Unlock''': Rare [[REQ]] card
{| class="wikitable" style="width: 75%;"
*'''Armor:''' ''The ICARUS is one of several armor system prototypes from Meyer e.V. tailored for hunter-killer operations in built-up areas, such as space habitats and arcologies.''
! style="width: 15%"|Helmet
! style="width: 70%"|Description
! style="width: 15%"|Unlock requirements
|- align="center"
|[[File:H5G REQ Helmets Icarus Rare.png|100px]]<br/>Icarus (helmet)
|align="left"|ICARUS helmets are designed around the practical needs and tactical challenges of dynamic, high-threat combat actuation within cluttered and complex aerospace kill boxes.
|align="left"|Rare [[List of REQ cards|REQ card]]
|- align="center"
|[[File:REQ Card - Armor Icarus.png|100px]]<br/>Icarus (body)
|align="left"|The ICARUS is one of several armor system prototypes from Meyer e.V. tailored for hunter-killer operations in built-up areas, such as space habitats and arcologies.
|align="left"|Rare [[List of REQ cards|REQ card]]
|}
 
==Production notes==
During the development of ''Halo 5: Guardians'', the production of Icarus armor was outsourced to Berlin-based company Airborn Studios. Icarus is unique, as [[343 Industries]] granted Airborn Studios to produce both concept and modeling for Icarus, unlike other armor that Airborn have modelled for ''Halo 5'', where they were only permitted to model them. The armour was created by artists Johannes Figlhuber (concept), Boris Patschull, João Sapiro Josué (helmet), Josh Dina, Marco Leal, Aljona Bulgar, and Steffen Unger.{{Ref/Site|URL=https://www.artstation.com/artwork/A5KWV|Site=ArtStation|Page=Halo 5 Multiplayer Armor Icarus|D=18|M=02|Y=2022}} Internally, the armour was known by the codename ''A104'' during development.{{Ref/Site|URL=https://cdnb.artstation.com/p/assets/images/images/004/940/387/large/airborn-studios-a104-lower-arm-01.jpg?1487351170|Site=ArtStation|Page=Halo 5 Multiplayer Armor Icarus|Detail=Original filename <code>h5-a104-marmo.jpg</code>|D=18|M=02|Y=2022}}
 
The Icarus body armor was the only customization option that was banned from use in the [[Halo World Championship]] 2017 due to various audio and visual issues with said body armor piece; when the body armor is used a number of audio issues can occur;
*The stabilization jets make no noise when stabilizing mid-air
*The player's ground pound wind up is noticeably very quiet
*The player's secondary weapon is not shown slung onto a player's back.
 
However, using the helmet is still allowed.{{Ref/Site|Id=icarusban|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/icarus-armor-update|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Icarus Armor Update|D=30|M=10|Y=2021}}


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*The armor is named after Icarus, a character from Greek mythology.
The armor is named after [[wikipedia:Icarus|Icarus]], a character from Greek mythology.
*Internally Icarus began as "a104" when it was first conceived.<ref name="AS">[https://www.artstation.com/artwork/A5KWV '''ArtStation''' '': Airborn Studios - Halo 5 Multiplayer Armor Icarus'']</ref>


==Production notes==
==Gallery==
Icarus is unique, as [[343 Industries]] granted [[Airborn Studios]] to do both concept and modeling for Icarus, unlike other armor that Airborn have modeled for Halo 5, where they were only permitted to model them. The people behind the armor are Johannes Figlhuber (concept), Boris Patschull, João Sapiro Josué, Josh Dina, Marco Leal, Aljona Bulgar, and Steffen Unger.<ref name="AS"/>
===Concept art===
<gallery>
File:H5G_Icarus_Helmet_Concept_1.jpg
File:H5G_Icarus_Helmet_Concept_2.jpg
File:H5G_Icarus_Helmet_Concept_3.jpg
File:H5G_Icarus_Concept_1.jpg
File:H5G_Icarus_Concept_2.jpg
</gallery>


==Gallery==
===Developmental images===
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:Airborn-studios-a104-lower-arm-01.jpg|Icarus renders.
File:Airborn-studios-a104-lower-arm-01.jpg|Icarus renders.
File:H5G - Icarus torso.jpg|Icarus torso render.
File:H5G - Icarus helmet model.jpg|Icarus helmet render.
</gallery>
===Screenshots===
<gallery>
File:H5 Icarus.png|Icarus in the [[Monitor's Bounty]] promotional image.
File:H5 Icarus.png|Icarus in the [[Monitor's Bounty]] promotional image.
File:H5G-Icarus&M319.png|Side view of an Icarus-clad Spartan with the [[M319 grenade launcher]].
</gallery>
</gallery>


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==Sources==
==Sources==
<references/>
{{Ref/Sources}}


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Latest revision as of 13:42, September 10, 2023

Icarus
A cropped screenshot of a Spartan wearing the Icarus armour.
Production overview

Manufacturer(s):

Meyer e.V.[1]

Type:

MJOLNIR (GEN2)

Role(s):

  • Aerospace combat
  • Hunter-killer operations
Technical specifications

Feature(s):

Inertial compensation webbing

 

ICARUS-class Mjolnir is a variant of the MJOLNIR [GEN2] armor.[1][2]

Overview[edit]

Design details[edit]

The helmet is designed around the practical needs and tactical challenges of dynamic, high-threat combat actuation within cluttered and complex aerospace kill boxes. The armor is laced with inertial compensation webbing so Spartans can survive the crushing combat acceleration of modern strikecraft.[1]

Development history[edit]

Icarus is one of the several armor system prototypes from Meyer e.V., tailored for hunter-killer operations in built-up areas, such as space habitats and arcologies. Icarus is also the latest in a series of cutting-edge Mjolnir suits created for Spartan aerospace pilots.[1][2]

In-game information[edit]

Halo 5: Guardians[edit]

"Latest in a series of cutting-edge Mjolnir suits created for Spartan aerospace pilots, ICARUS cuirass' are laced with inertial compensation webbing so operators can survive the crushing combat acceleration of modern strikecraft."
— The Icarus' alternate description, found in Canon Fodder.[2]

Icarus was first introduced as an armor set in Halo 5: Guardians in the Monitor's Bounty update.[3] The suit has no alternate skins.

Unlike other armour sets found in the game, Icarus's body armour was given two alternating descriptions - one in the reveal Canon Fodder article (found above) and one found in-game (featured below).

Helmet Description Unlock requirements
H5G REQ Helmets Icarus Rare
Icarus (helmet) 		ICARUS helmets are designed around the practical needs and tactical challenges of dynamic, high-threat combat actuation within cluttered and complex aerospace kill boxes. Rare REQ card
REQ Card - Armor Icarus.png
Icarus (body) 		The ICARUS is one of several armor system prototypes from Meyer e.V. tailored for hunter-killer operations in built-up areas, such as space habitats and arcologies. Rare REQ card

Production notes[edit]

During the development of Halo 5: Guardians, the production of Icarus armor was outsourced to Berlin-based company Airborn Studios. Icarus is unique, as 343 Industries granted Airborn Studios to produce both concept and modeling for Icarus, unlike other armor that Airborn have modelled for Halo 5, where they were only permitted to model them. The armour was created by artists Johannes Figlhuber (concept), Boris Patschull, João Sapiro Josué (helmet), Josh Dina, Marco Leal, Aljona Bulgar, and Steffen Unger.[4] Internally, the armour was known by the codename A104 during development.[5]

The Icarus body armor was the only customization option that was banned from use in the Halo World Championship 2017 due to various audio and visual issues with said body armor piece; when the body armor is used a number of audio issues can occur;

  • The stabilization jets make no noise when stabilizing mid-air
  • The player's ground pound wind up is noticeably very quiet
  • The player's secondary weapon is not shown slung onto a player's back.

However, using the helmet is still allowed.[6]

Trivia[edit]

The armor is named after Icarus, a character from Greek mythology.

Gallery[edit]

Concept art[edit]

  • H5G Icarus Helmet Concept 1.jpg
  • H5G Icarus Helmet Concept 2.jpg
  • H5G Icarus Helmet Concept 3.jpg
  • H5G Icarus Concept 1.jpg
  • H5G Icarus Concept 2.jpg

Developmental images[edit]

  • Icarus renders.

    Icarus renders.

  • Icarus torso render.

    Icarus torso render.

  • Icarus helmet render.

    Icarus helmet render.

Screenshots[edit]

List of appearances[edit]

Sources[edit]

  1. ^ a b c d Halo 5: Guardians, Armory: Icarus - Armor Description "The ICARUS is one of several armor system prototypes from Meyer e.V. tailored for hunter-killer operations in built-up areas, such as space habitats and arcologies."
  2. ^ a b c Halo Waypoint, Canon Fodder - Bounty Hunters (Retrieved on Jul 9, 2021) [archive]
  3. ^ Halo Waypoint, Monitor's Bounty Preview (Retrieved on Oct 30, 2021) [archive]
  4. ^ ArtStation, Halo 5 Multiplayer Armor Icarus (Retrieved on Feb 18, 2022) [archive]
  5. ^ ArtStation, Halo 5 Multiplayer Armor Icarus: Original filename h5-a104-marmo.jpg (Retrieved on Feb 18, 2022) [archive]
  6. ^ Halo Waypoint, Icarus Armor Update (Retrieved on Oct 30, 2021) [archive]

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List of armor permutations by game title

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List of armor permutations in Halo 5: Guardians
Achilles • Air Assault • Anubis • Argonaut • Argus • Athlon • Atlas • Aviator • Breaker • Buccaneer • CQB • Centurion • Challenger • Cinder • CIO • Commando • Copperhead • Cyclops • Cypher • Deadeye • Decimator • Defender • Dynast • EOD • Enforcer • Engineer • EVA (GEN1 and GEN2) • Fenrir • Foehammer • FOTUS • Freebooter • Goblin • GUNGNIR • Helioskrill • Hellcat • Helljumper • Hermes • Hunter • Icarus • Indomitable • Infiltrator • Interceptor • Intruder • Jumpmaster • Legionnaire • Locus • Mako • Marauder • Mark IV • Mark V (Alpha and Delta) • Mark VI (GEN1 and GEN2) • Maverick • Military Police • Nightfall • NOBLE • Nomad • Olive • Operator (GEN1 and GEN2) • Orbital • Pathfinder • Pioneer • Pilot • Protector • Raider • Raijin • Ranger • Reaper • Recluse • Recon (GEN1 and GEN2) • Recruit • Rogue • Scanner • Scout • Security (GEN1 and GEN2) • Seeker • Shinobi • Soldier • Stalker • Stinger • Strider • Teishin • Technician • Timmy • Tracer • Tracker • Valkyrie • Vector • Venator • Venture • Vigilant • Viper • Void Dancer • Warrior • War Master • Wetwork • Wrath
For a complete list, check out our armor category.

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List of armor permutations by generation

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MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor
Mainline armor generations
Mark I • Mark II • Mark III • GEN1 (Mark IV • Mark V • Black • Mark VI • Mark VII) • GEN2 • GEN3
Armor components
Competing and related projects
ARTAIUS • Buccaneer • COBALT • HAYABUSA • HRUNTING • MELAENO • Mirage • OSTEO • Rakshasa • Shinobi • SPI • YGGDRASIL
Armor permutations (by generation)
Supplemental equipment
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GEN2
Mark variants
Mark IV (GEN2) • Mark V (GEN2 • Alpha • Delta) • Mark VI (GEN1 • GEN2 • MOD) • Mark VII (GEN2)
Variants originating from GEN1
Air Assault • Argus • Commando • Centurion • EOD • EVA • GUNGNIR • HAZOP • ODST • Operator • Orbital • Raider • Ranger • Recon • Rogue • Scout • Security • Strider • Venator
Variants based on GEN1
New variants
Achilles • Anubis • Argonaut • Athlon • Atlas • Aviator • Barvo • Breaker • Challenger • Cinder • CIO • Copperhead • Cyclops • Cypher • Deadeye • Decimator • Defender • Dynast • Enforcer • Engineer • Fenrir • Foehammer • FOTUS • Freebooter • Goblin • Helioskrill • Hellcat • Helljumper • Hermes • Hunter • Icarus • Infiltrator • Interceptor • Jumpmaster • KEYSTONE • Legionnaire • Locus • Mako • Marauder • Maverick • Mirmillion • Nightfall • Nomad • Oceanic • Oppressor • Pathfinder • Pioneer • Prefect • Protector • Raijin • Reaper • Recluse • Recruit • Ricochet • Scanner • Seeker • Soldier • Stalker • Stinger • Teishin • Technician • Tracer • Tracker • Valkyrie • Vanguard • Vector • Venture • Viper • Void Dancer • Warrior • War Master • Wetwork
Forearms/Legs
Other
For a complete list, check out our MJOLNIR armor category.
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