PILOT-class Mjolnir
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MJOLNIR (GEN1) MJOLNIR (GEN2) (Compatible) MJOLNIR (GEN3) (Compatible) |
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Meant for engagements in both atmospheric and exoatmospheric conditions |
MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor/Pilot is a MJOLNIR armor-compatible version of the primary helmet used by UNSC Air Force pilots developed by Chalybs Defense Solutions.[1]
GEN1 overview[edit]
Design details[edit]
Intended for engagements in both atmospheric and exoatmospheric conditions, the helmet's primary advantages are its increased field of vision and its aerospace-oriented tactical software suite incorporated into the heads-up display.[1]
Development history[edit]
The Pilot helmet entered service in 2541 and was eventually adapted for use with all UNSC armor systems, including Mark IV and eventually Mark V. It looks remarkably similar to the MJOLNIR EVA and SPI helmets.[2] While the similarities with the latter are strictly coincidental, the resemblance to the EVA helmet is a byproduct of Chalybs' collaboration with the Ganymede-based branch of the Materials Group, leading to many similarities with the EVA variant's physical architecture.[1]
As Spartan pilots use flight gear similar to those used prior to their augmentation, the GEN1 Pilot helmet could still be requisitioned by Spartans for use with their GEN2 Mjolnir suits by 2558,[3] alongside the more modern Aviator-class armor suite.[4] By 2558, the Pilot helmet was often fielded with an integral hardened uplink module and features classified updates to the UNSC Air Force-standard machine interlink firmware.[3]
Usage[edit]
It was used by the select few SPARTAN-II and SPARTAN-III supersoldiers attached to the Air Force as pilots and combat controllers.[1]
In 2558 the Pilot helmet is still being used on posters in locations like the Promesa research center on Andesia.
In-game information[edit]
Halo: Reach - Mark V[edit]
- "Adopted by the UNSC Air Force in 2542, this helmet is compatible with all current armor systems."
The Pilot helmet permutation and its variants are unlockable for use in Halo: Reach.
Attachment(s) | Description | Unlock requirements (Halo: Reach) | Unlock requirements (Halo: MCC) |
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Base |
Although it bears some similarities to the SPI helmet, they are purely cosmetic in nature. | Commander, 90,000 cR | Series 1 Tier 80, 1 |
HUL[3] |
Third-generation external hardened uplink for MILINT acquisition; required for sensitive OPs. | Commander, 25,000 cR | Series 1 Tier 80, 1 |
UA/HUL[3] |
Up-armored variant with hardened 3rd-generation uplink module. | Commander, 55,000 cR | Series 1 Tier 80, 1 |
Haunted |
Happy friggin' Halloween! | Inheritor, 1 cR (all helmets and attachments must be purchased prior) | Series 1 Tier 100, 1 |
Halo 5: Guardians - Upgraded GEN1[edit]
Helmet | Description | Unlock requirements (Halo 5: Guardians) |
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Pilot (helmet) |
Helmet Description: Spartan pilots wear flight gear similar to those used before augmentation. Spartan PILOT helmets feature an integral hardened uplink module and classified updates to the UNSC Air Force-standard machine interlink firmware. |
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Halo Online[edit]
During the testing releases of Halo Online, an armor set named Pilot was present. The set used the design of the OPERATOR-class Mjolnir, as seen in Halo 4 and Halo 5: Guardians.
Halo Infinite - Upgraded GEN1[edit]
The Pilot helmet and its attachments were made available for multiplayer Spartan armor customization in Halo Infinite during Season 05: Reckoning. Additionally, the Haunted variant returned during the July Update.
Armor | Manufacturer | Lore | Rarity | Unlock Requirements |
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Pilot |
Chalybs Defense Solutions | Stocks of PILOT helmets pulled from storage have received firmware updates to remain compatible with all UNSC Air Force machine interfaces. | Epic |
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US/Type E6 |
Reinforced visor. | |||
Haunted |
343 Industries | A fleshless mouth whispers stories of sacrifice and heroism. | Legendary |
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Abyssal Messenger |
Fate is a fickle thing. A single message. A simple response. A trivial action. Any one of them could lead to being a living veteran or a dead hero. |
Trivia[edit]
- If the Haunted helmet is worn during the level Noble Actual, one will see the base of the skull in their helmet as they put it on.[5] If it is worn during the final cutscene of Lone Wolf, it will swap models with random helmets in between shots while it lies on the ground.[6]
- The Haunted variant of Pilot features a translucent visor, which gives the illusion of the skull itself changing its tint underneath when the player changes their visor color. This design element would not return in Halo Infinite's variant of Haunted.
Gallery[edit]
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The Haunted helmet being used in conjunction with the formerly Bungie employee-exclusive Eternal armor effect in Halo: Reach.
A Pilot helmet in Halo: The Master Chief Collection.
The Defy the Covenant poster with Pilot on it, on the bulletin board in Halo: Anniversary.
Defy the Covenant poster with Pilot on it, that flies around the map Plaza in Halo 5: Guardians.
Renders of the Pilot model for Halo Infinite.
List of appearances[edit]
- Halo: Reach (First appearance)
- Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary (Poster only)
- Halo 5: Guardians
- Halo Infinite
Sources[edit]
- ^ a b c d e f Halo: The Essential Visual Guide - Page 139
- ^ Halo: Reach - Armory description
- ^ a b Halo 5: Guardians - Armory description
- ^ Halo 4: The Essential Visual Guide, page 147
- ^ YouTube: All Halo reach helmets in the first cutscene
- ^ YouTube: Halo: Reach, Lone Wolf w/Haunted
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