HRUNTING Mark III (B) Cyclops: Difference between revisions

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==Overview==
==Overview==
[[File:CyclopsHW.png|thumb|left|200px|Mark III [B], the initial production model of the Cyclops.]]
===Development history===
===Development history===
The original [[Mark III exoskeleton]] line was launched in [[2510]] but quickly became defunct, with the [[Office of Naval Intelligence]] scrapping their plans for the armour and focussing their efforts on the fledgling {{Project|MJOLNIR}} instead.{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}}
The original [[Mark III exoskeleton]] line was launched in [[2510]] but quickly became defunct, with the [[Office of Naval Intelligence]] scrapping their plans for the armour and focussing their efforts on the fledgling {{Project|MJOLNIR}} instead.{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}}
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The Cyclops' ease of use and load carrying capacity have led to the creation of numerous iterations of it as of [[2558]]:
The Cyclops' ease of use and load carrying capacity have led to the creation of numerous iterations of it as of [[2558]]:
===Major variants===
===Major variants===
*'''Mark III [A]''': The initial prototype of the Cyclops, this model is equipped with [[neural interface]] controls and features a sealed canopy used as an armored carapace.<ref name="universe">[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/vehicles/cyclops '''Halo Waypoint''': ''Cyclops'']</ref>
*'''Mark III [B]''': This is the initial, unarmed production variant used for structural demolition{{Ref/Reuse|universe}} and logistical support.{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}}
*'''Mark III [B]''': This is the initial, unarmed production variant used for structural demolition{{Ref/Reuse|universe}} and logistical support.{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}}
*'''Mark III [B-II]''': An unofficially designed variant of the [B] model, this exoskeleton features redesigned feet and a more robust, sealed cockpit. Many are equipped with alternate power-packs that replace the expensive fusion generator with [[hydrogen]]-burning turbines or high-density power cells.{{Ref/Reuse|universe}}
*'''Mark III [B-II]''': An unofficially designed variant of the [B] model, this exoskeleton features redesigned feet and a more robust, sealed cockpit. Many are equipped with alternate power-packs that replace the expensive fusion generator with [[hydrogen]]-burning turbines or high-density power cells.{{Ref/Reuse|universe}}
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File:HW2-Kinsanomech.jpg|Kinsano's Cyclops.
File:HW2-Kinsanomech.jpg|Kinsano's Cyclops.
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*'''Peacekeeper''': Commonly used by [[law enforcement]] [[Special Weapons And Tactics|SWAT]] teams in the megacities of [[Earth]], this variant is a essentially a Mark III [A] unit equipped with a riot-control shield. It also mounts a low-pressure autocannon capable of firing a variety of less-lethal munitions. Most Peacekeepers were destroyed when they were pressed into active combat duty.{{Ref/Reuse|universe}}
**'''Sector 12 Police Cyclops''': This variant is utilized by the [[New Mombasa Police Department]]. It features a heavy machine gun and a riot shield.<ref>[https://www.megaconstrux.com/en-gb/worlds/halo/playsets/sector-12-police-cyclops-97326 '''Megabloks''' ''- SECTOR 12 POLICE CYCLOPS'']</ref>
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SECTOR 12 POLICE CYCLOPS.png|Sector 12 Police Cyclops.
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==Gallery==
==Gallery==
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CyclopsHW.png|Concept art for the Cyclops, which was later reused as the design for the original [[Mark III exoskeleton]].
06 CYCLOPS.jpg|Cyclops unit info sheet for ''[[Halo Wars]]''
06 CYCLOPS.jpg|Cyclops unit info sheet for ''[[Halo Wars]]''
Cyclops-development.jpg|A development image of the Cyclops
Cyclops-development.jpg|A development image of the Cyclops