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'''Overshields''' are a form of [[Covenant]] developed technology that strengthens the [[Energy Shields]] of the user.

==Function==

[[Image:Overshield.jpg|thumb|Overshield in [[Halo: Combat Evolved]].]]

The '''Overshield''' technology was developed by the [[Covenant]] to enhance their [[Elite]] warriors' [[Elite Personal Energy Shield|shields]]. In [[Halo: Combat Evolved]] and [[Halo 2]], overshields boost a player's shields to 300%. In [[Halo 3]], however, these overshields only boost a player's shields to 200% (although, [[MLG]]'s playlists have a [[Custom Powerup]] Overshield that is of 300% strength). Overshields can be used by any [[Spartan]] (in [[MJOLNIR Mark V|Mark V]] or [[MJOLNIR Mark VI|VI]] [[MJOLNIR]] [[armor]]) or [[Elite]] who might come upon it.

The '''Overshield''' technology was developed by the [[Covenant]] to enhance their [[Elite]] warriors' [[Elite Personal Energy Shield|shields]]. In [[Halo: Combat Evolved|''Halo: Combat Evolved'']] and [[Halo 2|''Halo 2'']], overshields boost a player's shields to 300%. In [[Halo 3|''Halo 3'']], however, these overshields only boost a player's shields to 200% (although, [[MLG]]'s playlists have a [[Custom Powerup]] Overshield that is of 300% strength). Overshields can be used by any [[Spartan]] (in [[MJOLNIR Mark V|Mark V]] or [[MJOLNIR Mark VI|VI]] [[MJOLNIR]] [[armor]]) or [[Elite]] who might come upon it.

It takes approximately three seconds to charge once picked up. During this time, the player is invincible. The player's normal shield does not take damage until the overshield is completely depleted (although any damage overlapping from something destroying the overshield, for example a grenade's explosion, will also do damage to the player's normal shield). If the overshield is picked up when the player's shield is below 100%, the player receives a full charge and the effects of the overshield stay.

In the single player [[Campaign]] the overshield is reduced only when the player takes damage. In [[Multiplayer]], it gradually depletes over time. The overshield can only be found in Campaign in some levels of [[Halo: Combat Evolved]]. [[Halo 3]] includes a piece of equipment in Campaign, [[Invincibility (Equipment)|invincibility]], which has a shield-strengthening effect.

In the single player [[Campaign]] the overshield is reduced only when the player takes damage. In [[Multiplayer]], it gradually depletes over time. The overshield can only be found in Campaign in some levels of ''Halo: Combat Evolved''. ''Halo 3'' includes a piece of equipment in Campaign, [[Invincibility (Equipment)|invincibility]], which has a shield-strengthening effect, though only lasts 10 seconds.

==Appearance==

[[Image:1218737993 Overshield.jpg|thumb|Overshield in [[Halo 2]].]]

In [[Halo: Combat Evolved]], the overshield is a glowing red orb of energy encased in a clear glass cube. In [[Halo 2]], both the orb and cube are gold in color. In [[Halo 3]] the orb, again glowing red, appears to be held together by several small magnets. After walking over an overshield in [[Halo: Combat Evolved]] or [[Halo 2]], the person's [[HUD]] shield display changes color from blue to red then green. In [[Halo 3]], the [[HUD]] shield display color changes from blue to green. Each color indicates one layer of [[Energy Shields|shields]].

In ''Halo: Combat Evolved'', the overshield is a glowing red orb of energy encased in a clear glass cube. In ''Halo 2'', both the orb and cube are gold in color. In ''Halo 3'', the orb, again glowing red, appears to be held together by several small magnets. After walking over an overshield in ''Halo: Combat Evolved'' or ''Halo 2'', the person's [[HUD]] shield display changes color from blue to red then green. In ''Halo 3'', the [[HUD]] shield display color changes from blue to green. Each color indicates one layer of [[Energy Shields|shields]].

While wearing an overshield in [[Halo 2]] and [[Halo 3]], the [[MJOLNIR]] armor is surrounded by a glowing force field which is easily seen even when wearing the [[Active Camouflage]]. This does not happen in [[Halo: Combat Evolved]].

While wearing an overshield in ''Halo 2'' and ''Halo 3'', the [[MJOLNIR]] armor is surrounded by a glowing force field which is easily seen even when wearing the [[Active Camouflage]]. This does not happen in ''Halo: Combat Evolved''.

On the [[HUD]], the shield monitor shows a light green for a fully charged overshield, red for the second level, and the usual blue/purple (depending on player model) for the normal shields. The [[Halo: Combat Evolved]] overshield shows yellow at the highest level rather than green. In [[Halo 3]], the overshield only raises your [[Energy Shields|shield]] level by one level, showing green as fully charged.

On the [[HUD]], the shield monitor shows a light green for a fully charged overshield, red for the second level, and the usual blue/purple (depending on player model) for the normal shields. The ''Halo: Combat Evolved'' overshield shows yellow at the highest level, rather than green. In ''Halo 3'', the overshield only raises your [[Energy Shields|shield]] level by one level, showing green as fully charged.

==Tactics==

===Advantages===

[[Image:Over.jpg|thumb|190px|Overshield in ''[[Halo 3]]''.]]

Overshields effectively triple the strength of the [[MJOLNIR]] and [[Elite]] armor's [[shields]] in Halo 2 and double in [[Halo 3]]. The [[shields]] can now protect the person from heavy weapons such as [[Rocket Launchers]], [[Fuel Rod Cannons]], [[Sniper Rifles]], [[Fragmentation Grenades]], and even [[Plasma Grenades]]. Also, while the [[shields]] are charging you are immune to conventional damage but will still be vulnerable to [[assassination]], [[Guardians]] and falling to your death.

Overshields effectively triple the strength of the [[MJOLNIR]] and [[Elite]] armor's [[shields]] in ''Halo 2'' and double in ''Halo 3''. The [[shields]] can now protect the person from heavy weapons such as [[Rocket Launchers]], [[Fuel Rod Cannons]], [[Sniper Rifles]], [[Fragmentation Grenades]], and even [[Plasma Grenades]]. Also, while the [[shields]] are charging, you are immune to conventional damage, but will still be vulnerable to [[assassination]], [[Guardians]], and falling to your death.

===Disadvantages===

Due to the bright glow of the overshields, the wearer is made more visible to other players, often drawing unwanted attention. In Multiplayer, the overshield slowly loses its strength over prolonged periods of time, unless the player is a [[Juggernaut]], [[VIP]], or [[Grifball]] carrier. An overshield can be fully depleted by an overcharged [[Plasma Pistol]] shot. Also, many players place traps near/on the Overshield, such as throwing [[Fragmentation Grenades]] or placing [[Trip Mines]] near it.

Note: The glow does not appear in [[Halo: Combat Evolved]], and therefore has no disadvantages. The glow was probably added in the later games to balance the powerup.

Note: The glow does not appear in ''Halo: Combat Evolved'', and therefore has no disadvantages. The glow was probably added in the later games to balance the powerup.

Overshield carriers are instantly killed by [[assassination]], or being stuck by a [[Plasma Grenade|Plasma]] or [[Spike Grenade]]. Many players exploit that, lying in wait at the overshield spawn with a [[Plasma Grenade]] in hand.

If, in ''Halo 2'' and ''Halo 3'', Overshields and [[Active Camo]] are used both at the same time, it renders the [[Active Camo]] useless due to the glow that the Overshields give off, making the player visible.

If, in Halo 2 and Halo 3, Overshields and [[Active Camo]] are used both at the same time, it renders the [[Active Camo]] useless due to the glow that the Overshields give off, making the player visible.

==Character Compatibility==

*[[Elites]] (All Games)

*[[Spartans]] (All Games)

==Trivia==

*The [[Halo 2 Skulls|Black Eye Skull]] allows the player to achieve overshields without picking up the item, though only in Halo 2's campaign.

*The [[Halo 2 Skulls|Black Eye Skull]] allows the player to achieve overshields without picking up the item, though only in ''Halo 2'''s campaign.

*In [[Halo 2]], the Arbiter's overshield is blue.

*In ''Halo 2'', the Arbiter's overshield is blue.

*In [[Halo 3]], you can pick up the overshield (or [[Active Camo]]) as equipment if you have a piece of equipment and hold your equipment change button (default RB) and barely touch the overshield. Then if you die you drop the Overshield, or if you pick up another piece of equipment you will drop/pickup the overshield, allowing you to surprise your enemies, this works on matchmaking online.

*In ''Halo 3'', you can pick up the overshield (or [[Active Camo]]) as equipment if you have a piece of equipment and hold your equipment change button (default RB) and barely touch the overshield. Then if you die you drop the Overshield, or if you pick up another piece of equipment you will drop/pickup the overshield, allowing you to surprise your enemies, this works on matchmaking online.

*The only game in which the Overshield appears in the Campaign portion of the game is [[Halo: Combat Evolved]].

*The only game in which the Overshield appears in the Campaign portion of the game is ''Halo: Combat Evolved''.

*The first overshield is seen in the [[Pillar of Autumn (Level)|Pillar of Autumn]], in the [[Covenant]] boarding ship. Other levels with the overshield in [[Halo: Combat Evolved]] are [[Truth and Reconciliation (Level)|Truth and Reconciliation]], [[The Silent Cartographer (Level)|the Silent Cartographer]], [[343 Guilty Spark (Level)|343 Guilty Spark]], [[The Library (level)|the Library]], [[Two Betrayals]],<u>[[Keyes]]</u>,and [[The Maw]].

*The first overshield is seen in the [[Pillar of Autumn (Level)|Pillar of Autumn]], in the [[Covenant]] boarding ship. Other levels with the overshield in ''Halo: Combat Evolved'' are [[Truth and Reconciliation (Level)|Truth and Reconciliation]], [[The Silent Cartographer (Level)|the Silent Cartographer]], [[343 Guilty Spark (Level)|343 Guilty Spark]], [[The Library (level)|the Library]], [[Two Betrayals]],<u>[[Keyes]]</u>,and [[The Maw]].

*In [[Halo 3]] Multiplayer the Overshield only provides one extra shield, compared to the two in the previous games.

*In ''Halo 3'' Multiplayer the Overshield only provides one extra shield, compared to the two in the previous games.

*The [[List of Characters in Red vs. Blue|Meta]], from [[Red Vs. Blue: Reconstruction]], appears to have both [[Active Camouflage]] and an overshield.

*In [[Halo: Combat Evolved]], when you walk over an overshield, your screen will turn pink for a second and you will hear the same sound as when your shields are loading.

*In ''Halo: Combat Evolved'', when you walk over an overshield, your screen will turn pink for a second and you will hear the same sound as when your shields are loading.

*In [[Halo 2]] and 3, when you have an overshield, one slice with an [[Energy Sword]] will not kill you. It will take about 2 hits.

*In ''Halo 2'' and ''3'', when you have an overshield, one slice with an [[Energy Sword]] will not kill you. It will take about two hits.

*In [[Halo 3]], the overshield charges much more slowly than before.

*In ''Halo 3'', the overshield charges much more slowly than before.

*On the [[Pillar of Autumn (Level)]] the overshields that are in the Covenant boarding craft are sometimes blue. This may only occur because the interior of the boarding crafts have a blue lighting.

*On the [[Pillar of Autumn (Level)]], the overshields that are in the Covenant boarding craft are sometimes blue. This may only occur because the interior of the boarding crafts have a blue lighting.

*In Halo 3, overshields will deflect bullets and grenades.

*In ''Halo 3'', overshields will deflect bullets and grenades.

*In all the [[Halo]] games a charged bolt from a [[plasma pistol]] will take ~~overshields~~ down.

*In all the [[Halo]] games, a charged bolt from a [[plasma pistol]] will take an overshield down instantly.

*In Halo 3, if in [[Forge]] you set the runtime minimum of the Overshield to the same as the runtime maximum, and change the respawn time to ten, the Overshield never disappears. This means that you could stand on the overshield, and it would keep respawning over and over again. This makes you invincible to ''any'' attack, except assassination.

*In ''Halo 3'', if in [[Forge]] you set the runtime minimum of the Overshield to the same as the runtime maximum, and change the respawn time to ten, the Overshield never disappears. This means that you could stand on the overshield, and it would keep respawning over and over again. This makes you invincible to ''any'' attack, except assassination.

==Sources==

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 '''Overshields''' are a form of [[Covenant]] developed technology that strengthens the [[Energy Shields]] of the user.
 ==Function==
 [[Image:Overshield.jpg|thumb|Overshield in [[Halo: Combat Evolved]].]]
-The '''Overshield''' technology was developed by the [[Covenant]] to enhance their [[Elite]] warriors' [[Elite Personal Energy Shield|shields]]. In [[Halo: Combat Evolved]] and [[Halo 2]], overshields boost a player's shields to 300%.  In [[Halo 3]], however, these overshields only boost a player's shields to 200% (although, [[MLG]]'s playlists have a [[Custom Powerup]] Overshield that is of 300% strength). Overshields can be used by any [[Spartan]] (in [[MJOLNIR Mark V|Mark V]] or [[MJOLNIR Mark VI|VI]] [[MJOLNIR]] [[armor]]) or [[Elite]] who might come upon it.
+The '''Overshield''' technology was developed by the [[Covenant]] to enhance their [[Elite]] warriors' [[Elite Personal Energy Shield|shields]]. In [[Halo: Combat Evolved|''Halo: Combat Evolved'']] and [[Halo 2|''Halo 2'']], overshields boost a player's shields to 300%.  In [[Halo 3|''Halo 3'']], however, these overshields only boost a player's shields to 200% (although, [[MLG]]'s playlists have a [[Custom Powerup]] Overshield that is of 300% strength). Overshields can be used by any [[Spartan]] (in [[MJOLNIR Mark V|Mark V]] or [[MJOLNIR Mark VI|VI]] [[MJOLNIR]] [[armor]]) or [[Elite]] who might come upon it.
 It takes approximately three seconds to charge once picked up. During this time, the player is invincible. The player's normal shield does not take damage until the overshield is completely depleted (although any damage overlapping from something destroying the overshield, for example a grenade's explosion, will also do damage to the player's normal shield). If the overshield is picked up when the player's shield is below 100%, the player receives a full charge and the effects of the overshield stay.
-In the single player [[Campaign]] the overshield is reduced only when the player takes damage. In [[Multiplayer]], it gradually depletes over time.  The overshield can only be found in Campaign in some levels of [[Halo: Combat Evolved]].  [[Halo 3]] includes a piece of equipment in Campaign, [[Invincibility (Equipment)|invincibility]], which has a shield-strengthening effect.
+In the single player [[Campaign]] the overshield is reduced only when the player takes damage. In [[Multiplayer]], it gradually depletes over time.  The overshield can only be found in Campaign in some levels of ''Halo: Combat Evolved''.  ''Halo 3'' includes a piece of equipment in Campaign, [[Invincibility (Equipment)|invincibility]], which has a shield-strengthening effect, though only lasts 10 seconds.
 ==Appearance==
 [[Image:1218737993 Overshield.jpg|thumb|Overshield in [[Halo 2]].]]
-In [[Halo: Combat Evolved]], the overshield is a glowing red orb of energy encased in a clear glass cube. In [[Halo 2]], both the orb and cube are gold in color. In [[Halo 3]] the orb, again glowing red, appears to be held together by several small magnets.  After walking over an overshield in [[Halo: Combat Evolved]] or [[Halo 2]], the person's [[HUD]] shield display changes color from blue to red then green. In [[Halo 3]], the [[HUD]] shield display color changes from blue to green. Each color indicates one layer of [[Energy Shields|shields]].
+In ''Halo: Combat Evolved'', the overshield is a glowing red orb of energy encased in a clear glass cube. In ''Halo 2'', both the orb and cube are gold in color. In ''Halo 3'', the orb, again glowing red, appears to be held together by several small magnets.  After walking over an overshield in ''Halo: Combat Evolved'' or ''Halo 2'', the person's [[HUD]] shield display changes color from blue to red then green. In ''Halo 3'', the [[HUD]] shield display color changes from blue to green. Each color indicates one layer of [[Energy Shields|shields]].
-While wearing an overshield in [[Halo 2]] and [[Halo 3]], the [[MJOLNIR]] armor is surrounded by a glowing force field which is easily seen even when wearing the [[Active Camouflage]]. This does not happen in [[Halo: Combat Evolved]].
+While wearing an overshield in ''Halo 2'' and ''Halo 3'', the [[MJOLNIR]] armor is surrounded by a glowing force field which is easily seen even when wearing the [[Active Camouflage]]. This does not happen in ''Halo: Combat Evolved''.
-On the [[HUD]], the shield monitor shows a light green for a fully charged overshield, red for the second level, and the usual blue/purple (depending on player model) for the normal shields. The [[Halo: Combat Evolved]] overshield shows yellow at the highest level rather than green. In [[Halo 3]], the overshield only raises your [[Energy Shields|shield]] level by one level, showing green as fully charged.
+On the [[HUD]], the shield monitor shows a light green for a fully charged overshield, red for the second level, and the usual blue/purple (depending on player model) for the normal shields. The ''Halo: Combat Evolved'' overshield shows yellow at the highest level, rather than green. In ''Halo 3'', the overshield only raises your [[Energy Shields|shield]] level by one level, showing green as fully charged.
 ==Tactics==
 ===Advantages===
 [[Image:Over.jpg|thumb|190px|Overshield in ''[[Halo 3]]''.]]
-Overshields effectively triple the strength of the [[MJOLNIR]] and [[Elite]] armor's [[shields]] in Halo 2 and double in [[Halo 3]]. The [[shields]] can now protect the person from heavy weapons such as [[Rocket Launchers]], [[Fuel Rod Cannons]], [[Sniper Rifles]], [[Fragmentation Grenades]], and even [[Plasma Grenades]]. Also, while the [[shields]] are charging you are immune to conventional damage but will still be vulnerable to [[assassination]], [[Guardians]] and falling to your death.
+Overshields effectively triple the strength of the [[MJOLNIR]] and [[Elite]] armor's [[shields]] in ''Halo 2'' and double in ''Halo 3''. The [[shields]] can now protect the person from heavy weapons such as [[Rocket Launchers]], [[Fuel Rod Cannons]], [[Sniper Rifles]], [[Fragmentation Grenades]], and even [[Plasma Grenades]]. Also, while the [[shields]] are charging, you are immune to conventional damage, but will still be vulnerable to [[assassination]], [[Guardians]], and falling to your death.
 ===Disadvantages===
 Due to the bright glow of the overshields, the wearer is made more visible to other players, often drawing unwanted attention. In Multiplayer, the overshield slowly loses its strength over prolonged periods of time, unless the player is a [[Juggernaut]], [[VIP]], or [[Grifball]] carrier. An overshield  can be fully depleted by an overcharged [[Plasma Pistol]] shot. Also, many players place traps near/on the Overshield, such as throwing [[Fragmentation Grenades]] or placing [[Trip Mines]] near it.
-Note: The glow does not appear in [[Halo: Combat Evolved]], and therefore has no disadvantages. The glow was probably added in the later games to balance the powerup.
+Note: The glow does not appear in ''Halo: Combat Evolved'', and therefore has no disadvantages. The glow was probably added in the later games to balance the powerup.
-Overshield carriers are instantly killed by [[assassination]], or being stuck by a [[Plasma Grenade|Plasma]] or [[Spike Grenade]]. Many players exploit that, lying in wait at the overshield spawn with a [[Plasma Grenade]] in hand.
+If, in ''Halo 2'' and ''Halo 3'', Overshields and [[Active Camo]] are used both at the same time, it renders the [[Active Camo]] useless due to the glow that the Overshields give off, making the player visible.
-If, in Halo 2 and Halo 3, Overshields and [[Active Camo]] are used both at the same time, it renders the [[Active Camo]] useless due to the glow that the Overshields give off, making the player visible.
 ==Character Compatibility==
 *[[Elites]] (All Games)
 *[[Spartans]] (All Games)
 ==Trivia==
-*The [[Halo 2 Skulls|Black Eye Skull]] allows the player to achieve overshields without picking up the item, though only in Halo 2's campaign.
+*The [[Halo 2 Skulls|Black Eye Skull]] allows the player to achieve overshields without picking up the item, though only in ''Halo 2'''s campaign.
-*In [[Halo 2]], the Arbiter's overshield is blue.
+*In ''Halo 2'', the Arbiter's overshield is blue.
-*In [[Halo 3]], you can pick up the overshield (or [[Active Camo]]) as equipment if you have a piece of equipment and hold your equipment change button (default RB) and barely touch the overshield. Then if you die you drop the Overshield, or if you pick up another piece of equipment you will drop/pickup the overshield, allowing you to surprise your enemies, this works on matchmaking online.
+*In ''Halo 3'', you can pick up the overshield (or [[Active Camo]]) as equipment if you have a piece of equipment and hold your equipment change button (default RB) and barely touch the overshield. Then if you die you drop the Overshield, or if you pick up another piece of equipment you will drop/pickup the overshield, allowing you to surprise your enemies, this works on matchmaking online.
-*The only game in which the Overshield appears in the Campaign portion of the game is [[Halo: Combat Evolved]].
+*The only game in which the Overshield appears in the Campaign portion of the game is ''Halo: Combat Evolved''.
-*The first overshield is seen in the [[Pillar of Autumn (Level)|Pillar of Autumn]], in the [[Covenant]] boarding ship. Other levels with the overshield in [[Halo: Combat Evolved]] are [[Truth and Reconciliation (Level)|Truth and Reconciliation]], [[The Silent Cartographer (Level)|the Silent Cartographer]], [[343 Guilty Spark (Level)|343 Guilty Spark]], [[The Library (level)|the Library]], [[Two Betrayals]],<u>[[Keyes]]</u>,and [[The Maw]].
+*The first overshield is seen in the [[Pillar of Autumn (Level)|Pillar of Autumn]], in the [[Covenant]] boarding ship. Other levels with the overshield in ''Halo: Combat Evolved'' are [[Truth and Reconciliation (Level)|Truth and Reconciliation]], [[The Silent Cartographer (Level)|the Silent Cartographer]], [[343 Guilty Spark (Level)|343 Guilty Spark]], [[The Library (level)|the Library]], [[Two Betrayals]],<u>[[Keyes]]</u>,and [[The Maw]].
-*In [[Halo 3]] Multiplayer the Overshield only provides one extra shield, compared to the two in the previous games.
+*In ''Halo 3'' Multiplayer the Overshield only provides one extra shield, compared to the two in the previous games.
 *The [[List of Characters in Red vs. Blue|Meta]], from [[Red Vs. Blue: Reconstruction]], appears to have both [[Active Camouflage]] and an overshield.
-*In [[Halo: Combat Evolved]], when you walk over an overshield, your screen will turn pink for a second and you will hear the same sound as when your shields are loading.
+*In ''Halo: Combat Evolved'', when you walk over an overshield, your screen will turn pink for a second and you will hear the same sound as when your shields are loading.
-*In [[Halo 2]] and 3, when you have an overshield, one slice with an [[Energy Sword]] will not kill you. It will take about 2 hits.
+*In ''Halo 2'' and ''3'', when you have an overshield, one slice with an [[Energy Sword]] will not kill you. It will take about two hits.
-*In [[Halo 3]], the overshield charges much more slowly than before.
+*In ''Halo 3'', the overshield charges much more slowly than before.
-*On the [[Pillar of Autumn (Level)]] the overshields that are in the Covenant boarding craft are sometimes blue. This may only occur because the interior of the boarding crafts have a blue lighting.
+*On the [[Pillar of Autumn (Level)]], the overshields that are in the Covenant boarding craft are sometimes blue. This may only occur because the interior of the boarding crafts have a blue lighting.
-*In Halo 3, overshields will deflect bullets and grenades.
+*In ''Halo 3'', overshields will deflect bullets and grenades.
-*In all the [[Halo]] games a charged bolt from a [[plasma pistol]] will take overshields down.
+*In all the [[Halo]] games, a charged bolt from a [[plasma pistol]] will take an overshield down instantly.
-*In Halo 3, if in [[Forge]] you set the runtime minimum of the Overshield to the same as the runtime maximum, and change the respawn time to ten, the Overshield never disappears. This means that you could stand on the overshield, and it would keep respawning over and over again. This makes you invincible to ''any'' attack, except assassination.
+*In ''Halo 3'', if in [[Forge]] you set the runtime minimum of the Overshield to the same as the runtime maximum, and change the respawn time to ten, the Overshield never disappears. This means that you could stand on the overshield, and it would keep respawning over and over again. This makes you invincible to ''any'' attack, except assassination.
 ==Sources==