Skins (Halo 3)
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This article is about the player skins introduced in Halo: The Master Chief Collection. For the armor customization found in Halo 3, see here.
Skins are an element of player customization found in Halo 3 for Halo: The Master Chief Collection. Skins allow players to customize their Spartan visor color as well as the appearance of weapons and vehicles in-game. Skins are an element of customization separate to armor permutations, which allow the player to customize their armor components. The launch of Season 3: Recon in 2020 saw the introduction of weapon skins and visor colors for Halo 3, with more weapon skins and newly introduced vehicle skins being included with Season 4: Reclaimer in November 2020.[1] Another batch of skins was included in Season 5: Anvil. Season 6: Raven saw the addition of animated visors and more weapon and vehicle skins. Season 7: Elite included skins for the Energy Sword. Season 8: Mythic added more weapon and vehicle skins, and more animated visors.
Known skins
Weapon skins
Pistol
Skins for the Magnum pistol.
| In-game | Appearance Name | Unlock Requirements | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Default | Unlocked by default | Default skin. |
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Golden | Season 3, Tier 44 ( 1) |
Bling on the ring. |
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Sharpshooter | Season 3, Tier 31 ( 1) |
The bite stuff. |
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Hunter’s Blood | Season 3, Tier 1 ( 1) |
Well armed. Well armored. |
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Blue Heaven | Season 3, Tier 22 ( 1) |
Reach for the sky. |
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Hazard Pay | Season 5, Tier 57 ( 1) |
Safety first! |
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Tech Camo Bravo | Season 5, Tier 40 ( 1) |
Gunner's seat, please. |
Assault Rifle
Skins for the Assault Rifle.
| In-game | Appearance Name | Unlock Requirements | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Default | Unlocked by default | Default skin. |
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Golden | Season 3, Tier 37 ( 1) |
Bling on the ring. |
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Corrosion | Season 3, Tier 33 ( 1) |
The Oxidation Sensation. |
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Woodland | Season 3, Tier 8 ( 1) |
Camping is a legitimate strategy. |
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Squirt | Season 3, Tier 24 ( 1) |
It's good under pressure. |
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Desert | Season 5, Tier 86 ( 1) |
Looks very stylish with a poncho. |
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Hazard Pay | Season 5, Tier 43 ( 1) |
Safety first! |
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Black Rhine | Season 6, The Exchange ( 3) |
The king of the battlefield. |
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Sapphire Raven | Season 6, Tier 91 ( 1) |
On land and stormy seas. |
Battle Rifle
Skins for the Battle Rifle.
| In-game | Appearance Name | Unlock Requirements | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Default | Unlocked by default | Default skin. |
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Tropical Thunder | Season 3, Tier 27 ( 1) |
The palm in your hand. |
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Art Of War | Season 3, Tier 35 ( 1) |
Tag. You’re it. |
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Tech Camo Bravo | Season 3, Tier 19 ( 1) |
Gunner’s seat, please. |
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Red Alert | Season 3, Tier 50 ( 1) |
The source of cautionary tales. |
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Great Journey | Season 5, Tier 83 ( 1) |
Don't worry... I know what the aliens like. |
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Desert | Season 5, Tier 18 ( 1) |
Looks very stylish with a poncho. |
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Golden | Season 5, Tier 53 ( 1) |
Bling on the ring. |
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Lucky Shot | Season 5 Challenge: Combo Maker | But you had something they didn't... |
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Grey Scales | Season 5, Tier 65 ( 1) |
There are many sides to every argument. |
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Hazard Pay | Season 5, Tier 48 ( 1) |
Safety first! |
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Scarlet Thorn | Season 5, Tier 21 ( 1) |
Points well made. |
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Hunter's Blood | Season 5, Tier 33 ( 1) |
Well armed. Well armored. |
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Black Rhine | Season 6, The Exchange ( 4) |
Take out targets in style. |
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Amber Raven | Season 6, Tier 88 ( 1) |
Waiting in the sleeping forest. |
Sniper Rifle
Skins for the Sniper Rifle.
| In-game | Appearance Name | Unlock Requirements | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Default | Unlocked by default | Default skin. |
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Golden | Season 4, Tier 50 ( 1) |
Bling on the ring. |
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Avalanche | Season 4 Challenge: Recon Renegade (Reach Rank  in the Recon Slayer competitive playlist)
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Like Sidewinder, but with more polygons. |
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Woodland | Season 4, Tier 22 ( 1) |
Camping is a legitimate strategy. |
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Desert | Season 4, Tier 35 ( 1) |
Looks very stylish with a poncho. |
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Red Alert | Season 5, Tier 61 ( 1) |
The source of cautionary tales. |
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Hazard Pay | Season 5, Tier 68 ( 1) |
Safety first! |
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Black Rhine | Season 6, The Exchange ( 3) |
An artist appreciates their tools. |
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Amethyst Raven | Season 6, Tier 17 ( 1) |
Searching for foes under alien skies. |
Shotgun
Skins for the Shotgun.
| In-game | Appearance Name | Unlock Requirements | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Default | Unlocked by default | Default skin. |
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Golden | Season 4, Tier 24 ( 1) |
Bling on the ring. |
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Woodland | Season 4, Tier 8 ( 1) |
Camping is a legitimate strategy. |
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Hunter's Blood | Season 4, Tier 38 ( 1) |
Well armed. Well armored. |
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Black Rhine | Season 6, The Exchange ( 3) |
Invest in close-range success. |
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Jade Raven | Season 6, Tier 85 ( 1) |
Deep in trackless green. |
Rocket Launcher
Skins for the Rocket Launcher.
| In-game | Appearance Name | Unlock Requirements | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Default | Unlocked by default | Default skin. |
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Hunter's Blood | Season 4, Tier 10 ( 1) |
Well armed. Well armored. |
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Corrosion | Season 4, Tier 19 ( 1) |
The Oxidation Sensation. |
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Hazard Pay | Season 5, Tier 22 ( 1) |
Safety first! |
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Black Rhine | Season 6, The Exchange ( 3) |
Dream big. |
SMG
Skins for the SMG.
| In-game | Appearance Name | Unlock Requirements | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Default | Unlocked by default | Default skin. |
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Tech Camo Alpha | Season 4, Tier 5 ( 1) |
Don't wait up for me. |
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Bengal | Season 4, Tier 15 ( 1) |
The Real King of the Jungle. |
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Art of War | Season 5, Tier 77 ( 1) |
Tag. You're it. |
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Golden | Season 5, Tier 93 ( 1) |
Bling on the ring. |
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Hunter's Blood | Season 4, Tier 25 ( 1) |
Well armed. Well armored. |
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Scorpio | Season 5, Tier 4 ( 1) |
On target, and on brand. |
Flamethrower
Skins for the Flamethrower.
| In-game | Appearance Name | Unlock Requirements | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Default | Unlocked by default | Default skin. |
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Dear John | Season 4, Tier 43 ( 1) |
Halo: Grasslands |
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Hot Pepper | Season 4, Tier 15 ( 1) |
It's sure to leave scar tissue. |
Fuel Rod Gun
Skins for the Fuel Rod Gun.
| In-game | Appearance Name | Unlock Requirements | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Default | Unlocked by default | Default skin. |
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Brutal | Season 4, Tier 30 ( 1) |
A Jiralhanae's best friend. |
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Schism | Season 5, Tier 95 ( 1) |
For those seeking redemption. |
Needler
Skins for the Needler.
| In-game | Appearance Name | Unlock Requirements | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Default | Unlocked by default | Default skin. |
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Zealot | Season 4, Tier 13 ( 1) |
Glory in an honorable death. |
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Schism | Season 5, Tier 28 ( 1) |
For those seeking redemption. |
Plasma Pistol
Skins for the Plasma Pistol.
| In-game | Appearance Name | Unlock Requirements | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Default | Unlocked by default | Default skin. |
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Zealot | Season 4, Tier 31 ( 1) |
Glory in an honorable death. |
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Schism | Season 5, Tier 31 ( 1) |
For those seeking redemption. |
Plasma Rifle
Skins for the Plasma Rifle.
| In-game | Appearance Name | Unlock Requirements | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Default | Unlocked by default | Default skin. |
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Schism | Season 4, Tier 40 ( 1) |
For those seeking redemption. |
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Keeper | Season 5, Tier 91 ( 1) |
Still searching for true freedom. |
Covenant Carbine
Skins for the Carbine.
| In-game | Appearance Name | Unlock Requirements | Description |
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Schism | Season 5, Tier 79 ( 1) |
For those seeking redemption. |
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Splendor | Season 5, Tier 58 ( 1) |
Maintaining the Writ of Union. |
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Zealot | Season 5, Tier 36 ( 1) |
Glory in an honorable death. |
Energy Sword
Skins for the Energy Sword.
| In-game | Appearance Name | Unlock Requirements | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Default | Unlocked by default | Default skin. |
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Evocati's Edge | Season 7 Challenge: Elite Swordplay | Only the most adept blademasters were chosen to wield the Ultra's holy fire. |
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Necroplasma | Season 7, Tier 46 ( 1) |
The glow of fury for those who refuse to become pawns of the creeping death. |
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Light of Joori | Season 7, The Exchange ( 3) |
Joori's warm light helps give Sanghelios life. This blade is for all who defend her. |
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Kaidon's Guard | Season 7, The Exchange ( 3) |
The Swords of Sanghelios brandish blades bound by honor—to defend a keep not bound by borders. |
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Darkstar | Season 7, The Exchange ( 3) |
Will Fied call out your name in the Hall of Eternity when your last breath has been spent? |
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Bloodblade | Season 7, Tier 1 ( 1) |
Hidden. Active. Deadly. The Silent Shadow have been. The Silent Shadow remain. |
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Lance of Suban | Season 7, The Exchange ( 3) |
Only Subanese natives may possess blades infused with a shard of the moon's own bounty. |
Vehicle skins
Warthog
Skins for the Warthog.
| In-game | Appearance Name | Unlock Requirements | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Default | Unlocked by default | Default skin. |
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Hazard Pay | Season 4, Tier 42 ( 1) |
Safety first! |
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Rally Hog | Season 4, Tier 29 ( 1) |
One deadly homologation special. |
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Arctic | Season 4, Tier 3 ( 1) |
Over snow by winter sown. |
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ONI | N/A | Keeping secrets safe since 2178. |
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Black Rhine | Season 6, The Exchange ( 3) |
Moa-skin hubcaps optional. |
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Amber Raven | Season 6, Tier 94 ( 1) |
Because orange is obviously the best color. |
Warthog Gauss Cannon
Skins for the Warthog Gauss Cannon.
| In-game | Appearance Name | Unlock Requirements | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Default | Unlocked by default | Default skin. |
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Corrosion | Season 4, Tier 21 ( 1) |
The Oxidation Sensation. |
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Shark | Season 4, Tier 37 ( 1) |
A different kind of mouthing off. |
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Fire Truck | Season 6, Tier 86 ( 1) |
For rapid-reaction firefighting fireteams. |
Ghost
Skins for the Ghost.
| In-game | Appearance Name | Unlock Requirements | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Default | Unlocked by default | Default skin. |
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Schism | Season 4, Tier 47 ( 1) |
For those seeking redemption. |
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Zealot | Season 4, Tier 7 ( 1) |
Glory in an honorable death. |
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Ultra | Season 4, Tier 44 ( 1) |
The Evocati don't mess around. |
Banshee
Skins for the Banshee.
| In-game | Appearance Name | Unlock Requirements | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Default | Unlocked by default | Default skin. |
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Brutal | Season 4, Tier 12 ( 1) |
A Jiralhanae's best friend. |
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Schism | Season 4, Tier 23 ( 1) |
For those seeking redemption. |
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Zealot | Season 4, Tier 34 ( 1) |
Glory in an honorable death. |
Scorpion
Skins for the Scorpion tank.
| In-game | Appearance Name | Unlock Requirements | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Default | Unlocked by default | Default skin. |
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Bengal | Season 4, Tier 12 ( 1) |
The Real King of the Jungle. |
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Grim Reaper | Season 4, Tier 27 ( 1) |
Why so jolly, Roger? |
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Arctic | Season 4, Tier 39 ( 1) |
Over snow by winter sown. |
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Hazard Pay | Season 4, Tier 47 ( 1) |
Safety first! |
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Black Rhine | Season 6, The Exchange ( 3) |
Worth its weight in gold. |
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Jade Raven | Season 6, Tier 96 ( 1) |
Not all Scorpions hide in the sand. |
Mongoose
Skins for the Mongoose.
| In-game | Appearance Name | Unlock Requirements | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Default | Unlocked by default | Default skin. |
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Hazard Pay | Season 5 Challenge: Release The Geese | Safety first! |
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Blue Lightning | Season 6, Tier 61 ( 1) |
Put the pedal to the metal. |
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Turbo | Season 6, Tier 79 ( 1) |
The color of finality. |
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Black Rhine | Season 6, The Exchange ( 3) |
Being stylish means never having to apologize for excess. |
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Amethyst Raven | Season 6, Tier 45 ( 1) |
Purple makes you go faster, scientifically. |
Hornet
Skins for the Hornet.
| In-game | Appearance Name | Unlock Requirements | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Default | Unlocked by default | Default skin. |
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Black Rhine | Season 6, The Exchange ( 3) |
Golden parachute included as standard. |
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Sapphire Raven | Season 6, Tier 100 ( 1) |
The "whisper mode" option is not included. |
Trivia
- The "Scorpio" skin for the SMG, along with its black and green color palette, is a reference to the Xbox One X and its production codename "Project Scorpio".
- The "Keeper" skin for the Plasma Rifle is a reference to the Keepers of the One Freedom and their official colors of blue and gold.
- The colors and name of the "Dear John" skin for the Flamethrower are a reference to the John Deere manufacturing company. The skin's description is a play on Halo: Glasslands, with "Grasslands" likely referencing the law mowers for which John Deere is most famous for. The skin is also available for the flamethrower in the Halo: Combat Evolved portion of Halo: The Master Chief Collection.
- The name of the "Hot Pepper" skin for the Flamethrower is likely a reference to the Red Hot Chili Peppers. This is further evidenced by the skin's description which mentions "scar tissue," the name of one of the band's most popular songs.
- The description of the "Splendor" Carbine skin mentions the Writ of Union, the founding charter of, and an oath of service to, the Covenant.
- The description of the "Amethyst Raven" Mongoose skin is a reference to the "Red Ones Go Faster" trope which, in fiction, states that anything painted red (mainly vehicles) goes faster.
- The "Grim Reaper" Scorpion skin features the text "ONE-38" and a skeletal face motif in reference to horror-punk band Misfits, notable for their "Fiend Skull" mascot and song titled "We Are 138".
Gallery
The Avalanche Sniper Rifle skin, in-game.
The ODST/TAC armor, with assault rifle and Hornet employing the Sapphire Raven skins.
The ODST/COMM armor, with battle rifle and Warthog employing the Amber Raven skins.
The ODST/HVY armor, with shotgun and Scorpion employing the Jade Raven skins.
The ODST/DEMO armor, with sniper rifle and Mongoose employing the Amethyst Raven skins.
Sources
- ^ Halo Waypoint, MCC Development Update - August 2020 (Retrieved on Jun 1, 2020) [archive]
