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[[File:AsceticArmor.png|thumb|right|The Elite Ascetic Harness.]] | [[File:AsceticArmor.png|thumb|right|The Elite Ascetic Harness.]] | ||
The '''Ascetic Harness''' is a | The '''Ascetic Harness''' is a combat armor used by the [[Sangheili]] [[Ascetics]]. It is similar in function to most [[Sangheili combat harness]]es, and features a dynamic recharging [[Energy shielding|energy shield]]. Its role is that of inducing fear and ceremonial services. | ||
==Development and | ==Development and history== | ||
The Ascetic harness is utilized exclusively by the Sangheili Ascetic Corps, a group consisting of some of the most elite warriors within the Sangheili race. Only the highest-scored graduates of Sangheili military academies can be considered for placement in the Ascetics.<ref>'''[[Halo 3]]''' Armor Description</ref> | The Ascetic harness is utilized exclusively by the Sangheili Ascetic Corps, a group consisting of some of the most elite warriors within the Sangheili race. Only the highest-scored graduates of Sangheili military academies can be considered for placement in the Ascetics.<ref>'''[[Halo 3]]''' Armor Description</ref> | ||
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==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
<gallery widths="150 | <gallery widths="150"> | ||
File:UnknownEliteArmor2Fire.jpg|One of the first pictures shown of the Ascetic armor. | File:UnknownEliteArmor2Fire.jpg|One of the first pictures shown of the Ascetic armor. | ||
File:1217041124 AceticSpy.jpg|An Elite in blue Ascetic armor. | File:1217041124 AceticSpy.jpg|An Elite in blue Ascetic armor. | ||
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== | ==List of appearances== | ||
*''[[Halo 3]]'' {{1st}} | *''[[Halo 3]]'' {{1st}} | ||
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==See | ==See also== | ||
*[[Asceticism | *[[Ascetics]] | ||
*[[Asceticism]] | |||
{{Elite Variations}} | {{Elite Variations}} | ||
[[Category:Covenant Armor]] | [[Category:Covenant Armor]] | ||
Revision as of 04:13, September 29, 2011
The Ascetic Harness is a combat armor used by the Sangheili Ascetics. It is similar in function to most Sangheili combat harnesses, and features a dynamic recharging energy shield. Its role is that of inducing fear and ceremonial services.
Development and history
The Ascetic harness is utilized exclusively by the Sangheili Ascetic Corps, a group consisting of some of the most elite warriors within the Sangheili race. Only the highest-scored graduates of Sangheili military academies can be considered for placement in the Ascetics.[1]
Characteristics
Helmet Characteristics
Unlock: Unlock the Steppin' Razor Achievement.
The helmet appears completely sealed. Two yellowish-orange bulbs mark the location of the wearer's eyes. If you look closely enough you can see slight bulges where the jaws are. Along the jaw-line and for about fifteen centimeters (six inches) beyond, extend two silvery tusk-like protrusions similar in design to those found on stealth Brute headpieces. These tusks also look strikingly similar to a Brute Spiker's blades. Judging by the description offered in-game, the helmet-mounted blades are likely meant to further augment the wearer's already frightening appearance. The helmet also comes with a white, flexible neck piece.
Shoulder Pauldron Characteristics
Unlock: Unlock the Overkill Achievement.
The Shoulder Pauldron is made up of a quarter-circle shape with two blue lights in them and a number of indentations. The shoulder pads appear similar to those of the standard body armor worn by the COG soldiers of Gears of War.
Thoracic Cage Characteristics
Unlock: Unlock the Up Close and Personal Achievement.
Similar to the standard Combat Harness. The only noticeable difference is a protrusion, shaped like the English letter I, filling what would otherwise be a gap between the right and left breastplate. This chest plate is connected to the waist armor of the Elite. The combat advantages of this is unknown, but as an ergonomic feature it would seem to be designed to better the posture of the Elite, making them stand straighter and taller than other Elite counterparts.
Trivia
- The body is possibly the easiest part of the armor to unlock as many players use melee attacks during games, easily getting them the Up Close and Personal achievement.
- Even though the Ascetic Helmet comes out farther than any other Elite helmet, it still has the same hitbox as any other Elite helmet, meaning the tusks have no effect relating to gunfire. However, they stand the risk of giving your position away to keen-eyed enemy snipers if they accidentally protrude from behind a corner.
Gallery
One of the first pictures shown of the Ascetic armor.
- 1217041124 AceticSpy.jpg
An Elite in blue Ascetic armor.
- 1223224593 Ascetic.jpg
A side-view of the Ascetic helmet.
List of appearances
- Halo 3 (First appearance)
