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For Halo 4 we have many choices for our SPARTAN-IV armor customization. Here are my opinions on what's available so far. Be reminded, this is just for kicks and I am in no way bashing the game or its features. You have any opinions, feel free to leave them under mines.

Air Assault

~~I'll add a pic of the helmet when it becomes available.~~--Killamint [Comm|Files] 16:43, 8 September 2012 (EDT)

Pretty much the same as it was in Reach. Not bad looking though.--Killamint [Comm|Files] 09:05, 18 September 2012 (EDT)

Again, since its one that has remained relatively unchanged since its last iteration, it looks cool. This is one I'll consider when the game comes. --TentacleTornado 15:54, 18 September 2012 (EDT)

Used to use this, but just got scout. Fair chance I'll switch back though. Quite like it. This is craZboy557, signing off. 21:48, 30 November 2012 (EST)

Aviator

Looks similar to the Grenadier variant.--Killamint [Comm|Files] 07:25, 3 September 2012 (EDT)

I see a little bit of resemblance to Grenadier, but I think it really looks like a beefier version of the Recruit helmet. --Courage never dies. 10:15, 3 September 2012 (EDT)

This definitely reminds me of the armour in Crysis, or a mix of the nano-suit and Grenadier. --TentacleTornado 15:01, 3 September 2012 (EDT)

Interesting. It says in the description that this armor is recommended for those who pilot Broadsword A/X's. A longsword replacement? Missing Mandible 10:12, 5 September 2012 (EDT)

It may well be a replacement or could be a supplement. If this is it, it's smaller, sleeker, and may incorporate features of the Sabre such as energy sheilding but I'm just taking a wild guess.--Killamint [Comm|Files] 16:43, 8 September 2012 (EDT)

It does give off the Crysis vibe doesn't it, but I like the design, kinda interesting.--GMASTER 09:25, 24 September 2012 (EDT)

Actually reminds me somewhat of the marine cold weather armor helmets from halo wars. Spartan 501

CIO

Kind of reminds me of the alien robot from "The Iron Giant". It looks okay for the most part.--Killamint [Comm|Files] 20:30, 28 August 2012 (EDT)

It definitely reminds me of the Iron Giant, its not the best armour, but its not that bad either. --TentacleTornado 11:09, 29 August 2012 (EDT)

The way the GUNGNIR-style camera eyes are oriented reminds me of the Pfhor from the original Marathon. In Marathon 2 and Infinity, the Pfhor's eyes were inverted so the bottom eye wouldn't look like a clown nose; because of this change, they went from looking somewhat comical to looking like they had Predator plasma casters aimed at their faces at all times. The similarity is coincidental, of course, given that Marathon is Bungie's property. --Courage never dies. 10:15, 3 September 2012 (EDT)

Woah, looks at those cold, lifeless eyes, creepy, nuff said for this one...--GMASTER 22:36, 23 September 2012 (EDT)

Commando

Looks good. Unfortunately that's just from a side view. He didn't turn his head back to the front in time for a front shot.--Killamint [Comm|Files] 13:06, 18 September 2012 (EDT)

Aww.. Another thats been changed to death... It was good in Reach, but it looks kinda bad to me.. --TentacleTornado 16:19, 18 September 2012 (EDT)

Looks like a f***ing alien. This is craZboy557, signing off. 21:48, 30 November 2012 (EST)

Deadeye

Looks okay. Don't understand the middle "deadeye" visor piece but its probably for aesthetics.--Killamint [Comm|Files] 20:30, 28 August 2012 (EDT)

Its alright. Kinda similar to Rogue, It will probably be its replacement since the Rogue is already taken. --TentacleTornado 11:09, 29 August 2012 (EDT)

Meh. It isn't bad, but it certainly doesn't grab my attention. --Courage never dies. 10:15, 3 September 2012 (EDT)

It looks like they put the bullseye there to make it easier to get headshots. But I'm not saying this helmet doesn't look interesting.--GMASTER 19:45, 24 September 2012 (EDT)

Defender

Despite vaguely resembling the JFO helmet - one of my favorites - this one is hideous. However, I really like its backstory. --Courage never dies. 10:15, 3 September 2012 (EDT)

Does resemble the JFO helmet but also in my opinion, the War Master helmet as well, kinda has similar elements including the shape of the visor. I can't see its back story, the image is a lil blurry.--Killamint [Comm|Files] 12:43, 3 September 2012 (EDT)

This does remind me of JFO. The backstory is nice, a little mention of the books is always welcome. --TentacleTornado 15:01, 3 September 2012 (EDT)

The visor looks like a face. I deem that weird! This is craZboy557, signing off. 20:00, 7 November 2012 (EST)

Enforcer

This one looks like a bulkier version of the B5D Operator helmet. --Courage never dies. 10:15, 3 September 2012 (EDT)

Agreed- just with a slimmer visor.--Killamint [Comm|Files] 12:43, 3 September 2012 (EDT)

Definitely. Though I preferred operator. --TentacleTornado 15:01, 3 September 2012 (EDT)

Engineer

Helmet looks weird and a lil ugly. Must have some new technology for the visor or a hidden camera somewhere, otherwise you wouldn't be able to see out of it.--Killamint [Comm|Files] 20:30, 28 August 2012 (EDT)

The armours nice, but the helmet is weird... I don't really see how someone could see through that, unless they had some sort of sophisticated HUD system. --TentacleTornado 11:09, 29 August 2012 (EDT)

I certainly looks functional, but I'm afraid it looks more like a welding helmet than a MJOLNIR variant. --Courage never dies. 10:15, 3 September 2012 (EDT)

EOD

From an aesthetic perspective, I don't like the sleeker contours and separate eyepieces of this version; it certainly looks inferior to the Mark V variant and even the Mark VI. Practically speaking, however, these design elements make sense given the helmet's function. --Courage never dies. 10:15, 3 September 2012 (EDT)

I admit, I like the Mark V more but this one is okay.--Killamint [Comm|Files] 12:43, 3 September 2012 (EDT)

It does look more practical than the past versions, but , again, I preferred the Mark V. --TentacleTornado 15:01, 3 September 2012 (EDT)

Personally, I had been a long time fan of EOD, used it all the time.
Though the Mark V is my favorite version, to me this is just sad, it just looks like some tired guy.
Not gonna plan on using this in Halo 4 unless it is re-edited, hopefully.GMASTER 09:48, 12 September 2012 (EDT)

Unlikely it'll be redesigned due to anyone's distaste for it.--Killamint [Comm|Files] 11:57, 12 September 2012 (EDT)

What I meant by that was that, of course they wouldn't change the design, so therefore I'm not going to use it in this game. But like I said, I have a great amount of disdain for this iteration of the helmet, they could have put more thought into it, but they were restrained by time, though I wonder how many at 343 industries regret this design on such a classic, hmm... GMASTER 22:42, 23 September 2012 (EDT)

EOD I always thought looked better in Halo 3, though that might be because I went through hell to earn that thing. (CORTANA!!!!!!!!) I've always preferred it with eye pieces, though, and wished they kept in in Reach. This looks like they took the two designs and just merged them together and that caused the helmet to grow uncontrollably. This helmet looks like one of those pro/con things; on the one hand, thing's so big, it'll make you look taller. On the other, you'll probably be an easier headshot to spot.Fairfieldfencer FFF 07:40, 19 October 2012 (EDT)

Well, the helmet looks less weird in the new pic, even if it still looks like the helmet is incredibly tired. This is craZboy557, signing off. 20:02, 7 November 2012 (EST)

I always loved this one to do a Stormtrooper Impression Flavius Aetius 16:59, 10 November 2012 (EST)

EVA

This is probably my favorite iteration of the EVA helmet. --Courage never dies. 10:15, 3 September 2012 (EDT)

Definitely looks slightly different from the other EVA's, given the curved nature of the visor towards the mouthpiece.--Killamint [Comm|Files] 12:43, 3 September 2012 (EDT)

I'm not sure about this version, I liked the Mk VI, but not the Mk V. I would prefer it if there was more detail on the visor. --TentacleTornado 15:01, 3 September 2012 (EDT)

Quite similar to the Pilot armor in Reach. Since I like that one, this one also grabs my attention. —S331 _{(COM • Mission Log • Profile)} 11:40, 6 September 2012 (EDT)

Did they really had to change it? It was already perfect :( --Shadow Dancer ^|contribs| 07:13, 13 September 2012 (EDT)

Its a shame, isn't it? --TentacleTornado 12:22, 13 September 2012 (EDT)

I don't really like EVA all that much. I feel it makes you an easy target for snipers.--Spartacus, Halopedia Administrator ^Talk 14:33, 17 September 2012 (EDT)

True... GMASTER 22:44, 23 September 2012 (EDT)

Halo 3 version of this helmet has always been my favourite, but this is a close second. Reach just looks like an astronaut's helmet or a fishbowl with blue visor on. It seems to me the EVA was made to look like SPI, though, which isn't a bad thing, all things said.Fairfieldfencer FFF 07:34, 19 October 2012 (EDT)

Eh, wasn't really a fan of the EVA; reminded me too much of the Meta from Red vs. Blue....Yoonhyuk-740 18:12, 30 November 2012 (EST)

FOTUS

The helmet looks similar to the Promethean Knights. Don't understand the large spike on top; just seems like an armor for asethetic purposes. Pretty much makes you look like a knight.--Killamint [Comm|Files] 20:30, 28 August 2012 (EDT)

This armor reminds me of the Hayabusa instead. It looks cool but impractical. Is the spike for head-butting enemies? That would be quite useful. —S331 _{(COM • Mission Log • Profile)} 06:09, 29 August 2012 (EDT)

Reminds me of Megatron.. Like the Promethean knights do. What purpose could that spike possibly serve? Headbutting? An advanced aerial? --TentacleTornado 11:09, 29 August 2012 (EDT)

Never thought of that. It would be hilarious if they actually had an assassination specifically for this armor that involved spiking someone from behind. Never know...--Killamint [Comm|Files] 20:33, 29 August 2012 (EDT)

I like the notion that this suit is reverse-engineered from Forerunner tech, probably Promethean Knights. However, the spike on top is simply annoying. It's like 343 Industries decided to mar the quality of an otherwise awesome helmet for the sake of continuing their running unicorn gag. --Courage never dies. 10:15, 3 September 2012 (EDT)

I would prefer it if the spike was swept back, but again, it would still be not that practical. --TentacleTornado 15:01, 3 September 2012 (EDT)

I just found out that this armor isn't canon; here's a Ducain23 video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zrciso63AmY&feature=g-all-u

Manufacturer: 343 Industries

Info: Tested in the rough and tumble streets of downtown Kirkland, Washington. Missing Mandible 09:58, 5 September 2012 (EDT)

Yes, it most likely is canon. Why would they put armor in the game if it isn't canon? It makes no sense. Furthermore, the article itself states that the description for FOTUS is definitely a pun and should not be taken seriously.--Spartacus, Halopedia Administrator ^Talk 13:57, 6 September 2012 (EDT)

Kinda has an sangheili feel to it for me, seems like something they would use at one point, but that could just be me.GMASTER 22:46, 23 September 2012 (EDT)

I don't want to wear that helmet anytime soon. All I want to know is if you can stick that horn with a plasma. If so, then I'm aiming for it everytime I throw a sticky and when I do it, I'm gonna yell "MAGIC UNICORN!"Fairfieldfencer FFF 07:43, 19 October 2012 (EDT)

You know why that spike is stiking out of the head? Because 343 just murdered a helmet. This is craZboy557, signing off. 20:03, 7 November 2012 (EST)

This would be the best helmet in the game if it wasn't for the unicorn reference with the spike Flavius Aetius 17:00, 10 November 2012 (EST)

GUNGNIR

Looks similar to the one from Reach.--Killamint [Comm|Files] 20:30, 28 August 2012 (EDT)

I hope it stays like the one in Reach, its nice to have another helmet that looks similar to its previous iteration. --TentacleTornado 11:09, 29 August 2012 (EDT)

I like how this one isn't as boxy as the Mark V version. It isn't as bland as the original. --Courage never dies. 10:15, 3 September 2012 (EDT)

I like the Pulse variant. Bioniclepluslotr 23:04, 17 September 2012 (EDT)

This one's a definite improvement, in my opinion.Fairfieldfencer FFF 07:44, 19 October 2012 (EDT)

I definitely love the chest piece, but the helmet is a step backward from Reach. It's too rounded now and it looks just like every other helmet. There's not enough contrast between the frontal "visor" box and the rest of the helmet.--FluffyEmoPenguin^{(ice quack!)} 13:30, 18 December 2013 (EST)

HAZOP

Kinda fits its name better than the previous iteration.--Killamint [Comm|Files] 20:30, 28 August 2012 (EDT)

Oh, dear. I liked the one in Reach, although this helmet looks like it more suits its original purpose. --TentacleTornado 11:09, 29 August 2012 (EDT)

Like Tentacletornado said, the GEN2 version of the HAZOP helmet looks better suited to its role than the Mark V version. This one is appropriately reminiscent of a gas mask. --Courage never dies. 10:15, 3 September 2012 (EDT)

I suppose it looks alright, I mean it isn't great, but then it isn't bad either. --GMASTER 19:49, 24 September 2012 (EDT)

With the more detailed picture, to me it looks kinda hard, the camo and what-not.--Killamint [Comm|Files] 19:53, 22 October 2012 (EDT)

Growing on me. Like lots of the other helmets though, it looks like it's sad. This is craZboy557, signing off. 20:04, 7 November 2012 (EST)

Infiltrator

The helmet just looks menacing and screams ugly...or scary. Fits the name.--Killamint [Comm|Files] 20:30, 28 August 2012 (EDT)

I'm not sure if I like this or not. I would prefer it if it had a real visor. --TentacleTornado 11:09, 29 August 2012 (EDT)

As seen in the PAX Prime video, this one has too many lights around the "jaw" to seem like a proper stealth helmet. It's too round, as well. --Courage never dies. 10:15, 3 September 2012 (EDT)

So, the function of this one is to help you infiltrate into the enemy territory and scare the hell out of your enemies? If not, why does it look like that? xD?--Shadow Dancer ^|contribs| 14:52, 10 September 2012 (EDT)

Obviously this helmet simply got hit very hard in the head. This is craZboy557, signing off. 20:05, 7 November 2012 (EST)

Locus

Another armor that looks menacing. Also looks simi

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