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.
Known skins
Visor colors
| In-game | Appearance Name | Unlock Requirements | Description |
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Blue | Series 3, Tier 1 ( 1) |
Part of a suite of experimental VISR enhancements. |
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Red | Series 3, Tier 3 ( 1) |
Part of a suite of experimental VISR enhancements. |
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Green | Series 3, Tier 4 ( 1) |
Part of a suite of experimental VISR enhancements. |
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Yellow | Series 3, Tier 5 ( 1) |
Part of a suite of experimental VISR enhancements. |
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Purple | Series 3, Tier 7 ( 1) |
Part of a suite of experimental VISR enhancements. |
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Orange | Series 3, Tier 8 ( 1) |
Part of a suite of experimental VISR enhancements. |
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Bronze | Series 3, Tier 10 ( 1) |
Part of a suite of experimental VISR enhancements. |
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Silver | Series 3, Tier 11 ( 1) |
Part of a suite of experimental VISR enhancements. |
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Dark Red | Series 3, Tier 13 ( 1) |
Part of a suite of experimental VISR enhancements. |
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Dark Yellow | Series 3, Tier 15 ( 1) |
Part of a suite of experimental VISR enhancements. |
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Dark Purple | Series 3, Tier 17 ( 1) |
Part of a suite of experimental VISR enhancements. |
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Dark Blue | Series 3, Tier 19 ( 1) |
Part of a suite of experimental VISR enhancements. |
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Dark Green | Series 3, Tier 20 ( 1) |
Part of a suite of experimental VISR enhancements. |
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Spectrum | Series 3, Tier 23 ( 1) |
Part of a suite of experimental VISR enhancements. |
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Dark Orange | Series 3, Tier 26 ( 1) |
Part of a suite of experimental VISR enhancements. |
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Pastel Blue | Series 3, Tier 27 ( 1) |
Part of a suite of experimental VISR enhancements. |
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Pastel Green | Series 3, Tier 29 ( 1) |
Part of a suite of experimental VISR enhancements. |
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Pastel Red | Series 3, Tier 30 ( 1) |
Part of a suite of experimental VISR enhancements. |
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Pastel Yellow | Series 3, Tier 32 ( 1) |
Part of a suite of experimental VISR enhancements. |
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Pastel Purple | Series 3, Tier 34 ( 1) |
Part of a suite of experimental VISR enhancements. |
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Pastel Orange | Series 3, Tier 35 ( 1) |
Part of a suite of experimental VISR enhancements. |
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Groovy | Series 3, Tier 37 ( 1) |
Part of a suite of experimental VISR enhancements. |
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Pearlescent Yellow | Series 3, Tier 38 ( 1) |
Part of a suite of experimental VISR enhancements. |
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Pearlescent Blue | Series 3, Tier 41 ( 1) |
Part of a suite of experimental VISR enhancements. |
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Platinum | Series 3, Tier 42 ( 1) |
Part of a suite of experimental VISR enhancements. |
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Pearlescent Red | Series 3, Tier 44 ( 1) |
Part of a suite of experimental VISR enhancements. |
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Pearlescent Green | Series 3, Tier 45 ( 1) |
Part of a suite of experimental VISR enhancements. |
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Pearlescent Orange | Series 3, Tier 47 ( 1) |
Part of a suite of experimental VISR enhancements. |
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Pearlescent Purple | Series 3, Tier 48 ( 1) |
Part of a suite of experimental VISR enhancements. |
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Onyx | Series 3, Tier 49 ( 1) |
Part of a suite of experimental VISR enhancements. |
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Another Sunrise | Series 6 Challenge: Package Deal | Every sunrise is proof of victory. |
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Cool Depths | Series 6, Tier 5 ( 1) |
What lies beneath? |
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Neon | Series 6, Tier 37 ( 1) |
Let's be frank... |
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Burn Radius | Series 6, Tier 98 ( 1) |
Danger! Do not touch! |
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Nebula | Series 6, Tier 74 ( 1) |
So close, yet so far away. |
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Old Salt | Series 6, Tier 82 ( 1) |
Worn, but ready for battle. |
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Patina | Series 6, Tier 69 ( 1) |
Mark of a true veteran. |
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Plated | Series 6, Tier 84 ( 1) |
Anniversary edition faceplate. |
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Red Shift | Series 6, Tier 92 ( 1) |
Spartans in motion around distant stars. |
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Shadow | Series 6, Tier 89 ( 1) |
What lies within? |
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Shoreline Sunset | Series 6, Tier 10 ( 1) |
This is living. |
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Tall Tales | Series 6, Tier 80 ( 1) |
The after-action reports may have been exaggerated. |
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Turbulence | Series 6, Tier 67 ( 1) |
Spartans work well in murky environments. |
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Uncontrolled Growth | Series 6, Tier 78 ( 1) |
Even the flower of life can bring death. |
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Tropic Cove | Series 6, Tier 8 ( 1) |
Smells like vacation. |
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Eclipse Dream | Series 8, The Exchange ( 2) |
Feels like yesterday. |
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Dot Product | Series 8, Tier 99 ( 1) |
Full spectrum battle management. |
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Umbral Cold | Series 8, The Exchange ( 2) |
Cool as ice. |
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Astral Heat | Series 8, Tier 35 ( 1) |
Some like it hot. |
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Prism Scan | Series 8, The Exchange ( 2) |
Eyes on. Target locked. |
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Solar Circles | Series 8, Tier 64 ( 1) |
Blinding in its majesty. |
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Nightscan | Series 8, The Exchange ( 2) |
Your distinctiveness will betray you. |
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Scrambler | Series 8, Tier 78 ( 1) |
System Error! |
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Seattle Sunset | Series 8, Tier 4 ( 1) |
The smoke makes for great vistas. |
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Teal Dream | Series 8, Tier 91 ( 1) |
Imagination run riot. |
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Search and Assess | Series 8, Tier 71 ( 1) |
Tracking down the prime instigator. |
Weapon skins
Pistol
Skins for the Magnum pistol.
| In-game | Appearance Name | Unlock Requirements | Description |
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| 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 |
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| 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! |
| Black Rhine | Season 6 | The king of the battlefield. | |
| Sapphire Raven | Season 6 | On land and stormy seas. |
Battle Rifle
Skins for the Battle Rifle.
| In-game | Appearance Name | Unlock Requirements | Description |
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| 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. |
| Black Rhine | Season 6 | Take out targets in style. | |
| Amber Raven | Season 6 | Waiting in the sleeping forest. |
Sniper Rifle
Skins for the Sniper Rifle.
| In-game | Appearance Name | Unlock Requirements | Description |
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| 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) |
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! |
| Black Rhine | Season 6 | An artist appreciates their tools. | |
| Amethyst Raven | Season 6 | Searching for foes under alien skies. |
Shotgun
Skins for the Shotgun.
| In-game | Appearance Name | Unlock Requirements | Description |
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| 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. |
| Black Rhine | Season 6 | Invest in close-range success. | |
| Jade Raven | Season 6 | Deep in trackless green. |
Rocket Launcher
Skins for the Rocket Launcher.
| In-game | Appearance Name | Unlock Requirements | Description |
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| 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! |
| Black Rhine | Season 6 | Dream big. |
SMG
Skins for the SMG.
| In-game | Appearance Name | Unlock Requirements | Description |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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. |
Vehicle skins
Warthog
Skins for the Warthog.
| In-game | Appearance Name | Unlock Requirements | Description |
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| 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. |
| ONI | Season 6 | Keeping secrets safe since 2178. | |
| Black Rhine | Season 6 | Moa-skin hubcaps optional. | |
| Amber Raven | Season 6 | Black is the new orange. |
Warthog Gauss Cannon
Skins for the Warthog Gauss Cannon.
| In-game | Appearance Name | Unlock Requirements | Description |
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| 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) |
You're gonna need a bigger ship. |
| Rescue | Season 6 | Relief. Recovery. Resistance. | |
| Fire Truck | Season 6 | N/A |
Ghost
Skins for the Ghost.
| In-game | Appearance Name | Unlock Requirements | Description |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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! |
| Black Rhine | Season 6 | Worth its weight in gold. | |
| Jade Raven | Season 6 | Not all Scorpions hide in the sand. |
Mongoose
Skins for the Mongoose.
| In-game | Appearance Name | Unlock Requirements | Description |
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| N/A | Default | Unlocked by default | Default skin. |
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Hazard Pay | Season 5 Challenge: Release The Geese | Safety first! |
Hornet
Skins for the Hornet.
| In-game | Appearance Name | Unlock Requirements | Description |
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| N/A | Default | Unlocked by default | Default skin. |
| Black Rhine | Season 6 | Golden parachute included as standard. | |
| Sapphire Raven | Season 6 | 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".
Gallery
The Avalanche Sniper Rifle skin, in-game.
