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[[File:HCD Blue Team.png|right|thumb|Blue Team wearing Project: COBALT variants on [[Alpha Corvi II]].]]
[[File:HCD Blue Team.png|thumb|Blue Team wearing Project: COBALT variants on [[Alpha Corvi II]].]]
'''Project: COBALT''' is a project that introduced a new chassis of [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor/Mark IV]] for [[Blue Team]] to use during the [[Human-Covenant War]].<ref name="HCDHBJ117">''[[Halo: Collateral Damage]]'', Hardcover bonus - John-117</ref>
'''Project: COBALT''' is a project that introduced a new chassis of [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor/Mark IV]] for [[Blue Team]] to use during the [[Human-Covenant War]].{{Ref/Comic|Id=HCDHBJ117|HCD|Detail=Hardcover bonus - John-117}}


==Overview==
==Overview==
In an effort to optimise each Spartan's field competencies and test skunkwork modifications, the Project: COBALT suits' [[titanium]] alloy frame were temporarily modified from their baseline Mark IV iterations to bear distinctive features.<ref name="SS1">''[[Halo: Silent Storm]]'', chapter 1</ref> The COBALT suits had prototype stealth technology that was in each suit<ref name="HCDHBK087">''Halo: Collateral Damage'', Hardcover bonus - Kelly-087</ref>, with the plating being tinted with the same refractive coating employed on the [[Office of Naval Intelligence]]'s [[Prowler]]s.<ref name="SS1"/>
In an effort to optimise each Spartan's field competencies and test skunkwork modifications, the Project: COBALT suits' [[titanium]] alloy frame were temporarily modified from their baseline Mark IV iterations to bear distinctive features.{{Ref/Novel|Id=SS1|HSS|Chapter=1}} The COBALT suits had prototype stealth technology that was in each suit{{Ref/Comic|Id=HCDHBK087|HCD|Detail=Hardcover bonus - Kelly-087}}, with the plating being tinted with the same refractive coating employed on the [[Office of Naval Intelligence]]'s [[Prowler]]s.{{Ref/Reuse|SS1}} The Spartans were advised to use it sparingly, as it was a large power draw. {{Ref/Comic|Id=HCD1|HCD|Issue=1}}
 
During the [[Battle of Alpha Corvi II]], the suits were additionally outfitted with a suite of surveillance and reconnaissance equipment.{{Ref/Reuse|HCD1}}


==Variants==
==Variants==
===COBALT CV.117===
===COBALT CV.117===
*'''COBALT CV.117''': CV.117 featured prototype stealth technology and a customized surveillance drone.<ref name="HCDHBJ117"/> Worn by John-117 during the [[Battle of Alpha Corvi II]] in 2525, and in [[Operation: SILENT STORM]] and the later [[Battle of Netherop]] in March and June 2526.<ref name="CD">''Halo: Collateral Damage''</ref><ref>'''[[Halo: Silent Storm]]'''</ref><ref>''[[Halo: Oblivion]]''</ref>
*'''COBALT CV.117''': CV.117 featured prototype stealth technology and a customized [[surveillance drone]].{{Ref/Reuse|HCDHBJ117}} Worn by John-117 during the [[Battle of Alpha Corvi II]] in 2525, and in [[Operation: SILENT STORM]] and the later [[Battle of Netherop]] in March and June 2526.{{Ref/Comic|Id=CD|HCD}}{{Ref/Novel|HSS}}{{Ref/Novel|HOblv}}
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:HSS_full_cover.jpg|John-117 wearing the CV.117 on [[Biko]].
File:HSS_full_cover.jpg|John-117 wearing the CV.117 on [[Biko]].
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===COBALT MV.104===
===COBALT MV.104===
*'''COBALT MV.104''': MV.104 featured carbon-fiber blades housed in the forearms of the armor. The blades could be locked in place or could be fired as a projectile for up to a hundred meters away, with them also having embedded beacons linked to internal displays for potential battlefield retrieval or vehicle tracking.<ref>''Halo: Collateral Damage'', Hardcover bonus - Fred-104</ref> Worn by Fred-104 during the Battle of Alpha Corvi II.<ref name="CD"/>
*'''COBALT MV.104''': MV.104 featured carbon-fiber blades housed in the forearms of the armor. The blades could be locked in place or could be fired as a projectile for up to a hundred meters away, with them also having embedded beacons linked to internal displays for potential battlefield retrieval or vehicle tracking.{{Ref/Comic|HCD|Detail=Hardcover bonus - Fred-104}} Worn by Fred-104 during the Battle of Alpha Corvi II.{{Ref/Reuse|CD}}
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:HCD3-destroyed.png|Fred-104 wearing this variant on Alpha Corvi II.
File:HCD3-destroyed.png|Fred-104 wearing this variant on Alpha Corvi II.
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===COBALT SV.058===
===COBALT SV.058===
*'''COBALT SV.058''': SV-058 featured advanced optics and rangefinder technology to enhance visual acuity on targets across a range of spectrums and environmental conditions. Linda-058 requisitioned a twin-engine external VTOL propulsion device that could be deployed to allow for rapid relocation at a moment's notice. <ref>''Halo: Collateral Damage'', Hardcover bonus - Linda-058</ref> Worn by Linda-058 during the Battle of Alpha Corvi II.<ref name="CD"/>
*'''COBALT SV.058''': SV-058 featured advanced optics and rangefinder technology to enhance visual acuity on targets across a range of spectrums and environmental conditions. Linda-058 requisitioned a twin-engine external VTOL propulsion device that could be deployed to allow for rapid relocation at a moment's notice{{Ref/Comic|HCD|Detail=Hardcover bonus - Linda-058}}, though only one such unit was available at the time.{{Ref/Reuse|HCD1}} This suit was additionally equipped with the carbon-fiber blades used by MV.104.{{Ref/Reuse|HCD1}} Worn by Linda-058 during the Battle of Alpha Corvi II.{{Ref/Reuse|CD}}
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:HCD Linda.PNG|Linda-058 wearing this variant on Alpha Corvi II.
File:HCD Linda.PNG|Linda-058 wearing this variant on Alpha Corvi II.
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===COBALT RV.087===
===COBALT RV.087===
*'''COBALT RV.087''': RV.087 was outfitted with additional accoutrements that aided in reconassence and high-speed terrain traversal. The suit also had sensor suite designed specifically for accurate and timely battlefield analysis during [[extra-vehicular activity]] scenarios.<ref name="HCDHBK087"/> Worn by Kelly-087 during the Battle of Alpha Corvi II.<ref name="CD"/>
*'''COBALT RV.087''': RV.087 was outfitted with additional accoutrements that aided in reconassence and high-speed terrain traversal. The suit also had sensor suite designed specifically for accurate and timely battlefield analysis during [[extra-vehicular activity]] scenarios{{Ref/Reuse|HCDHBK087}} and a surveillance drone. Worn by Kelly-087 during the Battle of Alpha Corvi II.{{Ref/Reuse|CD}}
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:HCD3-drone.png|Kelly-087 wearing this variant on Alpha Corvi II.
File:HCD3-drone.png|Kelly-087 wearing this variant on Alpha Corvi II.
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==Sources==
==Sources==
<references/>
{{Ref/Sources}}


[[Category:UNSC projects]]
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[[Category:MJOLNIR Armor]]
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[[Category:MJOLNIR armor]]

Latest revision as of 14:17, June 1, 2023

Blue Team wearing Project: COBALT variants on Alpha Corvi II.

Project: COBALT is a project that introduced a new chassis of MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor/Mark IV for Blue Team to use during the Human-Covenant War.[1]

Overview[edit]

In an effort to optimise each Spartan's field competencies and test skunkwork modifications, the Project: COBALT suits' titanium alloy frame were temporarily modified from their baseline Mark IV iterations to bear distinctive features.[2] The COBALT suits had prototype stealth technology that was in each suit[3], with the plating being tinted with the same refractive coating employed on the Office of Naval Intelligence's Prowlers.[2] The Spartans were advised to use it sparingly, as it was a large power draw. [4]

During the Battle of Alpha Corvi II, the suits were additionally outfitted with a suite of surveillance and reconnaissance equipment.[4]

Variants[edit]

COBALT CV.117[edit]

  • John-117 wearing the CV.117 on Biko.

    John-117 wearing the CV.117 on Biko.

  • John-117 employing his suit's refractive coating to ambush Whitaker and a group of Insurrectionists on Alpha Corvi II.

    John-117 employing his suit's refractive coating to ambush Whitaker and a group of Insurrectionists on Alpha Corvi II.

  • John-117 wearing this variant on Alpha Corvi II.

    John-117 wearing this variant on Alpha Corvi II.

  • The armor during the Battle of Netherop.

    The armor during the Battle of Netherop.

COBALT MV.104[edit]

  • COBALT MV.104: MV.104 featured carbon-fiber blades housed in the forearms of the armor. The blades could be locked in place or could be fired as a projectile for up to a hundred meters away, with them also having embedded beacons linked to internal displays for potential battlefield retrieval or vehicle tracking.[8] Worn by Fred-104 during the Battle of Alpha Corvi II.[5]
  • Fred-104 wearing this variant on Alpha Corvi II.

    Fred-104 wearing this variant on Alpha Corvi II.

COBALT SV.058[edit]

  • COBALT SV.058: SV-058 featured advanced optics and rangefinder technology to enhance visual acuity on targets across a range of spectrums and environmental conditions. Linda-058 requisitioned a twin-engine external VTOL propulsion device that could be deployed to allow for rapid relocation at a moment's notice[9], though only one such unit was available at the time.[4] This suit was additionally equipped with the carbon-fiber blades used by MV.104.[4] Worn by Linda-058 during the Battle of Alpha Corvi II.[5]
  • Linda-058 wearing this variant on Alpha Corvi II.

    Linda-058 wearing this variant on Alpha Corvi II.

COBALT RV.087[edit]

  • COBALT RV.087: RV.087 was outfitted with additional accoutrements that aided in reconassence and high-speed terrain traversal. The suit also had sensor suite designed specifically for accurate and timely battlefield analysis during extra-vehicular activity scenarios[3] and a surveillance drone. Worn by Kelly-087 during the Battle of Alpha Corvi II.[5]
  • Kelly-087 wearing this variant on Alpha Corvi II.

    Kelly-087 wearing this variant on Alpha Corvi II.

Gallery[edit]

  • An early concept of CV.117.

    An early concept of CV.117.

  • An early concept of CV.117.

    An early concept of CV.117.

  • An early concept of CV.117.

    An early concept of CV.117.

  • An early concept of CV.117.

    An early concept of CV.117.

  • Blue Team wearing their COBALT-issued armour.

    Blue Team wearing their COBALT-issued armour.

List of appearances[edit]

Sources[edit]

  1. ^ a b Halo: Collateral Damage: Hardcover bonus - John-117
  2. ^ a b Halo: Silent Storm, chapter 1
  3. ^ a b Halo: Collateral Damage: Hardcover bonus - Kelly-087
  4. ^ a b c d Halo: Collateral Damage, issue 1
  5. ^ a b c d Halo: Collateral Damage
  6. ^ Halo: Silent Storm
  7. ^ Halo: Oblivion
  8. ^ Halo: Collateral Damage: Hardcover bonus - Fred-104
  9. ^ Halo: Collateral Damage: Hardcover bonus - Linda-058

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List of armor permutations by generation

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MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor
Mainline armor generations
Mark I • Mark II • Mark III • GEN1 (Mark IV • Mark V • Black • Mark VI • Mark VII) • GEN2 • GEN3
Armor components
Competing and related projects
ARTAIUS • Buccaneer • COBALT • HAYABUSA • HRUNTING • MELAENO • Mirage • OSTEO • Rakshasa • Shinobi • SPI • YGGDRASIL
Armor permutations (by generation)
Supplemental equipment
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GEN1
Marks
Variants
Air Assault • AKIS • Ardent • Ärger • Argus • B • Centurion • COBALT • Commando • CQB • CQC • Emil • EOD • EVA • Grenadier • GUNGNIR • HAYABUSA • HAZOP • Hoplite • Isidor • JFO • Mariner • Military Police • Mirage • MJOLNIR/Black • Paladin • ODST • Operator • Orbital • Pilot • Raider • Ranger • Recon • Rogue • Scout • Security • Strider • Theodor • Tracker • Ulrich • Valiant • Venator • Wilhelm • Ypsilon • Zacharias
For a complete list, check out our MJOLNIR armor category.
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