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The engineer specialization optimizes a [[SPARTAN-IV|Spartan]] for the subversion, repair and reconstitution of a wide range of technology. It is equipped with the Drop Recon armor mod, which allows the Spartan to predict the location and time of an Ordnance Drop through an external suborbital monitoring system.<Ref name="Halo Bulletin 8.15.12"/>

The Operator specialization optimizes the operation and control of vehicles and grants the player the Wheelman armor mod. The armor mod draws more stamina and durability out of a vehicle they are operating. Overall it lessens the effects of an overcharged [[Type-25 Directed Energy Pistol|Plasma pistol]] burst to a vehicle thus reducing the likelihood of getting [[Boarding (gameplay mechanic)|hijacked]]. Progress through the specialization unlocks the Operator gold visor, Operator orange/purple visor, Operator armor set, Operator armor set variant, and a [[M6H Personal Defense Weapon System|Magnum]] weapon skin.<Ref name="Halo Bulletin 8.15.12"/>  

The Pathfinder specialization optimizes unconventional deployment within unknown enemy territory and with no assistance, and grants the player the Gunner armor mod. The armor mod decreases the time of weapon overheat when occupying a vehicle weapon position and increases a player's speed while carrying a detached turret. When using mounted anti-infantry guns, the weapon overheats less quickly, allowing for longer firing at the maximum rate of fire. Also it allows the player to move faster when the weapon is detached allowing for more offensive tactics rather than defensive. Progress through the specialization unlocks the Pathfinder gold visor, Pathfinder orange/green visor, Pathfinder armor set, Pathfinder armor set variant, and a [[MA5D Individual Combat Weapon System|Assault Rifle]] weapon skin.<Ref name="Halo Bulletin 8.15.12"/>

The Pioneer specialization optimizes a Spartan for deployment into uncharted, hostile territory for the gathering and relaying of intelligence. It is equipped with the Fast Track armor mod, which modifies the amount of post-game experience obtained by the Spartan, resulting in faster leveling.<Ref name="Halo Bulletin 8.15.12"/>  

The Rough specialization optimizes a Spartan for single-operative missions which require lone deployment for incredibly long durations of time and grants the player the Stability armor mod. The armor mod allows Players to increase their aiming stability when being fired upon. Overall it makes the player flinch less when under fire thus allowing a steady aim on target. Progress through the specialization unlocks the Rogue gold visor, Rogue red/orange/silver visor, Rogue armor set, Rogue armor set variant, and a [[Type-51 Carbine|Carbine]] Weapon Skin.<Ref name="Halo Bulletin 8.15.12"/>

The Stalker specialization optimizes a Spartan for target shadowing missions while operating at close range to the target itself, and grants the player the Nemesis armor mod. The armor mod allows player's to target and track down enemies who previously attacked them, highlighting the enemy on their motion sensor. The [[Heads Up Display|HUD]] shows the last person who killed the player allowing said player to get revenge or avoid that enemy. Progress through the specialization unlocks the Stalker gold visor, Stalker yellow/green visor, Stalker armor set, Stalker armor set variant, and a [[BR85 Heavy Barrel Service Rifle|Battle Rifle]] weapon Skin.<Ref name="Halo Bulletin 8.15.12"/>

The Tracker specialization optimizes a Spartan for long-range target tracking in unconventional scenarios and grants the player the Requisition Armor Mod. The armor mod allows players the ability to recall their own ordnance requests in order to acquire more helpful weapons in the field. When selecting the ordnance they have received, they can request a new random selection of choices that better suits them. Progress through the specialization unlocks the Tracker gold visor, Tracker purple visor, Tracker armor set, Tracker armor set variant, and a [[Boltshot]] weapon Skin.<Ref name="Halo Bulletin 8.15.12"/>

The Wetwork specialization optimizes a Spartan for stealth operations, focusing on the elimination of targets while leaving no tactical footprint behind. It is equipped with the Stealth armor mod, which dampens the sound of sprinting, allows for quicker [[Assassination|assassinations]], and minimizes the Spartan's [[Promethean vision]] presence.<Ref name="Halo Bulletin 8.15.12"/>