Halo Infinite armor: Full list (so far), how to unlock, and more

Halo Infinite
Halo Infinite (Image credit: Xbox Game Studios)

With Halo Infinite, 343 Industries and Xbox Game Studios are placing a lot of emphasis on Spartan customization, a facet of Halo that has grown increasingly important since the series' debut (especially after the arrival of Halo: Reach). In Halo Infinite, players have more control than ever before, with potentially thousands of armor, weapon, and vehicle customization possibilities. At the center of every Halo are the Spartans, so players will especially have a ton of options when personalizing their Spartan.

343i has included innumerable armor pieces and options in Halo Infinite, with more being added over time. In our ultimate guide to every piece of armor in Halo Infinite, we'll keep track of it all. Here's the complete list of armor in Halo Infinite.

What is armor customization in Halo Infinite?

Halo Infinite Multiplayer

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In Halo Infinite multiplayer, players take control of a Spartan, an augmented human with increased speed, strength, and combat abilities. Spartans are infamous for the imposing figures they strike in their armor, and it's that armor that provides players with the greatest amount of customization in Halo Infinite. 343i and Xbox Game Studios have invested a lot of time to ensure the armor customization is as in-depth as possible, with hundreds of combinations already possible.

Firstly, Halo Infinite features a new Coatings system, a way for 343i to quickly release detailed and diverse "skins" for Halo Infinite's gear. Coatings feature all kinds of colors, textures, and patterns, and can drastically alter how your Spartan looks. And, thanks to changes to Halo Infinite's multiplayer, where players are now outlined in team colors instead of being forced to adapt to blue or red fully, your choice of color now remains in all Halo Infinite multiplayer matches. Halo Infinite's coatings system is quickly growing to massive proportions, so we've compiled a complete list of every Halo Infinite armor Coating.

Halo Infinite also lets players customize every weapon in Halo Infinite with Halo Infinite weapon Coatings, and the same applies to Halo Infinite vehicles as well! Of course, Halo Infinite's armor still retains its edge in customization with a number of other options.

Besides coatings, Halo Infinite lets players customize multiple aspects of their Spartan's armor, ranging from the base it's built upon (the Armor Core) to the color of the Visor, and many pieces including the Helmet, supplemental Chest pieces, hip attachments, and much more. There's truly a ridiculous amount of variety here, and the potential for additional Armor Cores, including special themed ones and Armor Kits (collections of armor pieces and customizations), raises the stakes even more.

Halo Infinite's armor can be unlocked via the Halo Infinite Battle Pass, bought from the Halo Infinite Shop, or possibly unlocked via in-game challenges and events like the Fractures: Tenrai event. We're keeping track of everything we see as the Halo Infinite multiplayer evolves over time.

Customization is one small part of a complete multiplayer experience, but Halo Infinite delivers in more ways than one. Halo Infinite is one of the best Xbox games you can play, especially when you take into consideration the robust Halo Infinite campaign.

What is the complete list of armor in Halo Infinite?

Halo Infinite Multiplayer

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Besides color Coatings, which we covered above, Halo Infinite provides a staggering 10 different ways to customize your Spartan's physical armor in multiplayer matches, with an 11th method to connect your Spartan to the wider Halo universe in new ways or let you apply a complete set of customizations in one fell swoop. This doesn't even include Emblems or Armor Effects, which add another dimension of personalization to your Spartan. That means there's a lot to cover here, and the list will only grow as Halo Infinite begins to drop new content updates and Seasons with additional customization options.

Without further ado, here is the complete list of armor and its customization options in Halo Infinite, and how to obtain them.

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Armor Cores

As the name implies, Armor Cores sit at the center of your Spartan's armor and are the foundation upon which everything else is built. Your chosen Armor Core dictates the overall look of your Spartan, and can be pulled from the wider Halo universe, or even be non-canonical and expand beyond Halo's reach (like the Samurai-inspired armor we've seen in trailers).

By default, Spartans will be equipped with the modern Mark VII Armor Core, but additional variants will become available to players. Here is every Armor Core we know of in Halo Infinite.

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NameInformationUnlock requirements
Mark VIIDescription: The latest generation of powered assault armor by Materials Group○ Rare rarityDefault: First Armor Core in Halo Infinite
Mark V (B)Description: Forged before the fall of Reach by Materials Group○ Epic rarityBattle Pass: Tier 1 of Season 1 (Premium)
YoroiDescription: Samurai armor from a strange realm, part of Fractures Samurai○ Legendary rarityFractures Event: Tenrai; Nov. 23-30, 2021

Helmets

Second only to Armor Cores, the Helmet is one of the most immediately recognizable and prominent aspects of your Spartan's armor. Spartan Helmets can be military-grade hardware specifically designed from combat, or third-party solutions that provide unique perks and benefits to the Spartans who adapted them. Either way, they're a great way to set your Spartan apart from others immediately.

Spartan Helmets can support Helmet Attachments, which adds an additional way to customize. Here is every Helmet we know of in Halo Infinite.

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NameInformationUnlock requirements
CavallinoDescription: Cavallino expands Emerson Tactical Systems' offerings with Mjolnir-platform helmets, tailored for the needs of fireteam leaders, trainers, and combat observers○ Common rarity○ Helmet Attachments supported○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreDefault: Helmet for Mark VII Armor Core
EnigmaDescription: The Enigma by Imbrium Machine Complex was intended for use by Army tank crews, but the Spartans have acquired most of these helmets, as its state-of-the-art vehicle cyberlink is an invaluable resource○ Rare rarity○ Helmet Attachments supported○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available during Season 1
AviatorDescription: The Aviator helmet by Hannibal Weapon Systems is tailored for use by cybernetically augmented aerospace pilots. Among its many special features is a high-bandwidth machine interlink configured to operate seamlessly with next-gen neural interfaces○ Rare rarity○ Helmet Attachments available○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 30 of Season 1 (Premium)
ISRDescription: The latest in a long line of helmet designs from Naphtali Contractor Corporation built to specifications drawn up by ONI's tactical signals intelligence collection units○ Rare rarity○ Helmet Attachments available○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreUnknown
SoldierDescription: The latest iteration of the Soldier helmet features a new revision of Materials Group's combat catalyst firmware. The fireteam synchronization features remain unfinished, but Dr. Halsey's interest may accelerate development.○ Rare rarity○ Helmet Attachments available○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available during Season 1
AnubisDescription: The Anubis from Lethbridge Industrial is unusual in that its structural frame and core electronics are "grown" inside Sangheili assembly forgres through final assembly and integration uses traditional fabrication techniques○ Epic rarity○ Helmet Attachments available○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available during Season 1
TrailblazerDescription: Trailblazer by Imbrium Machine Complex builds on the many successes of Mjolnir (R) to pioneer integration of the latest forward observation and reconnaissance VISR systems into a single Spartan-friendly package○ Epic rarity○ Helmet Attachments available○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 81 of Season 1 (Free)
ZVESDA Description: The ZVESDA faceplate by RKD Group incorporates a programmable phased array antenna grid, though leveraging its full capabilities has proven to be a challenge for software developers○ Epic rarity○ Helmet Attachments available○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available during Season 1
Mark VIIDescription: Created with input from Dr. Halsey herself with Materials Group, the latest Mark VII iteration refreshes the Mjolnir technical architecture with breakthroughs in neural interfaces, shield emitters, fusion power, and armor formulation○ Legendary rarity○ Helmet Attachments available○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 96 of Season 1 (Free)
Mark V (B)Description: Developed and tested in the last years of the Covenant War by Materials Group, the Mark V (B) saw extensive use with the Spartans assigned to UNICOM during the fall of Reach○ Common rarity○ Helmet Attachments available○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreDefault: Helmet for Mark V (B) Armor Core
Air AssaultDescription: Spartan Air Assault-class Helmets from Ushuaia Armory differ at a fundamental technical level from those issued to Army airborne units○ Epic rarity○ Helmet Attachments available○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 55 of Season 1 (Premium)
CommandoDescription: Commando Helmets from Chalybs Defense Solutions are compatible with all Mjolnir systems, as well as both CMA and UNSC battle network protocols. The former proved to be invaluable in late-war efforts to recontract Outer Colonies that had been cut off by the Covenant advance.○ Epic rarity○ Helmet Attachments available○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 15 of Season 1 (Premium)
EVADescription: Though particulars of the Summa Deep Space Incident remain classified at the highest level, the event was pivotal in the rapid development and improvement of Mjolnir EVA Helmets from Materials Group○ Epic rarity○ Helmet Attachments available○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 10 of Season 1 (Premium)
GrenadierDescription: Grenadier Helmets from Materials Group are officially categorized as prototypes, as NAVSPECWAR wrestles with the overwhelming cost of its lightweight armored composite shell○ Epic rarity○ Helmet Attachments available○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 75 of Season 1 (Premium)
Mark VIDescription: Late-iteration prototypes of the Mark VI Helmet from Materials Group were undergoing final testing just weeks before the Covenant assault on Reach. Unfortunately, most of the resulting combat data was not recoverable by the Seongnam-based development team○ Epic rarity○ Helmet Attachments available○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 84 of Season 1 (Premium)
ODSTDescription: Initially developed by Cascade Stronghold Technologies for use on Mjolnir powered assault armor, the ODST-pattern of Helmet was widely adopted by UNSC special forces, albeit in a cost-reduced form○ Epic rarity○ Helmet Attachments available○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 65 of Season 1 (Premium)
ScoutDescription: The Scout Helmet was Material Group's testbed for developing standardized sensor interlink protocols and software drivers for external optic packages○ Epic rarity○ Helmet Attachments available○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 35 of Season 1 (Premium)
EVA (C)Description: Though particulars of the Summa Deep Space Incident remain classified at the highest level, the event was pivotal in the rapid development and improvement of Mjolnir EVA Helmets from Materials Group○ Legendary rarity○ Helmet Attachments available○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 90 of Season 1 (Premium)
ReconDescription: Recon Helmets from Materials Group were invaluable for Spartan technical reconnaissance and electronic surveillance teams deployed in support of Operation: Red Flag during the final year of the Covenant War○ Legendary rarity○ Helmet Attachments available○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 45 of Season 1 (Premium)
HikeshiDescription: Popularized by selfless samurai peacekeepers in the early days of the Covenant invasion, Hikeshi kabuto are now worn by shogunate enforcers responsible for extinguishing the flames of sedition and rebellion, part of Fractures Samurai○ Common rarity○ Compatible with Yoroi Armor CoreDefault: Helmet for Yoroi Armor Core
ChonmageDescription: Associated with samurai commanders, Chonmage kabuto incorporates an aiki ("harmony") weave for coordinating with distant warriors, part of Fractures Samurai○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Yoroi Armor CoreShop: Available during Season 1
YokaiDescription: Samurai lost in their pursuit of unattainable perfection devolve into asura, hollow and ever-hungry beasts of war. Those who hunt these creatures must take on the Yokai mask of even greater demons, part of Fractures Samurai○ Legendary rarity○ Compatible with Yoroi Armor CoreFractures Event: Tenrai; Nov. 23-30, 2021

Visors

Apart from Helmet Attachments specific to each Helmet, you can also accessorize your Spartan with a new Visor. Visors come in a variety of colors and textures, and are a great way to color match a theme or complete an overall look. In a way, Visor changes are almost like coatings of their own, since they typically don't physically change from the default Visor.

Here is every Visor we know of in Halo Infinite.

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NameInformationUnlock requirements
EnlistedDescription: By Lethbridge Industrial, even Spartans have to start somewhere○ Common rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreDefault: Visor for Mark VII Armor Core
BryceDescription: The color of an inchor-drenched canyon from UNSC○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 6 of Season 1 (Free)
Grey SkullDescription: The color of slate burnished by eternal winds from UNSC○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available during Season 1
SigilDescription: From UNSC, the anti-flash coating protects against the false sunrise of nuclear weapons○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreCapstone Challenge: Ultimate Reward during Season 1
GoblinDescription: By Lethbridge Industrial, tricksters are wise to hide their eyes○ Rare rarityUnknown
PhalanxDescription: With shield and spear, vigilant, by Lethbridge Industrial○ Rare rarityUnknown
BeltaneDescription: Light the bonfire of freedom, by Lethbridge Industrial○ Rare rarityUnknown
VandalDescription: By Lethbridge Industrial, an open space means open minds if you don't spot the snipers○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 26 of Season 1 (Free)
RampantDescription: The color of despair and madness, by Lethbridge Industrial○ Epic rarityUnknown
DragoonDescription: A favorite of skyborne lancers, by Lethbridge Industrial○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 94 of Season 1 (Free)
DynastyDescription: From UNSC, if you look closely, you can see the distant frozen tundra reflected within○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 51 of Season 1 (Free)
InterruptDescription: And now, for something a little different, from UNSC○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available during Season 1
BuckinghamDescription: Made of tempered dreams, packed with history. Ever onward, ever moving, from UNSC.○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreUnknown
MithrilDescription: The brilliant sheen of beaten copper and polished glass, from UNSC○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available during Season 1
ANZ LaunchDescription: Build the next chapter in Halo's legendary esports journey!○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available in Halo Championships Store
Europe LaunchDescription: Build the next chapter in Halo's legendary esports journey!○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available in Halo Championships Store
Latin Ameria LaunchDescription: Build the next chapter in Halo's legendary esports journey!○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available in Halo Championships Store
North America LaunchDescription: Build the next chapter in Halo's legendary esports journey!○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available in Halo Championships Store
LegendDescription: From UNSC, the best deserve the best○ Legendary rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available during Season 1
SulfurDescription: An oxidant waiting to happen, from UNSC○ Common rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreDefault: Visor for Mark V (B) Armor Core
HelljumperDescription: It is darkest before a dawn hot-drop, from UNSC○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 64 of Season 1 (Premium)
MIADescription: Spartans never die○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 98 of Season 1 (Premium)
VisigothDescription: Breakers of the old ways○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 92 of Season 1 (Premium)
NobleDescription: Stand up. Stand firm○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 17 of Season 1 (Premium)
StalwartDescription: Tell 'em to make it count○ Legendary rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 77 of Season 1 (Premium)
SabiDescription: The old warriors still have much to teach, part of Fractures Samurai○ Common rarity○ Compatible with Yoroi Armor CoreDefault: Visor for Yoroi Armor Core
OkaneDescription: Whatever it costs, your enemies will pay the price, part of Fractures Samurai○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Yoroi Armor CoreUnknown
Engi-IroDescription: Made from strange insects and an even stranger refinement process, part of Fractures Samurai○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Yoroi Armor CoreUnknown
KobanDescription: May your victories bring fortune, part of Fractures Samurai○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Yoroi Armor CoreUnknown
RyuuDescription: Specifically crafted in a sacred flame for high ranking warriors○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Yoroi Armor CoreUnknown
SpiritDescription: Some move on. Some stay to fight, part of Fractures Samurai○ Legendary rarity○ Compatible with Yoroi Armor CoreUnknown
WaveDescription: Crash down upon your enemies with overhwleming force, part of Fractures Samurai○ Legendary rarity○ Compatible with Yoroi Armor CoreUnknown

Chests

Chest armor pieces are supplemental upgrades (read: optional) that provide extra personality to your Spartan and can feature a wide range of visual upgrades from grenade belts, packs and storage, technology upgrades, and more. Chest upgrades are one of the biggest single customizable aspects of your Spartan's armor, and vary wildly in appearance and canonical purpose.

Here is every Chest we know of in Halo Infinite.

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NameInformationUnlock requirements
Util / ENAV BeaconDescription: Emerson Tactical Systems delivers emergency navigational transponders, compatible with all civil and military networks○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 21 of Season 1 (Free)
UA / M55OD HalfplateDescription: Up-armor set, specced for minimal impact on Spartan mobility, by Beweglichrüstungsysteme○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 89 of Season 1 (Free)
UA / M557 JackplateDescription: Up-armor module for Spartans tasked with breaching and urban warfare, by Beweglichrüstungsysteme○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 71 of Season 1 (Free)
Util / KHILPK Cooling UnitDescription: Chiller and radiator that extends operational time in high-temperature environments, by Imbrium Machine Complex○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available during Season 1
UA / Relikt CuirassDescription: Armor reinforcement set made to the specific requirements of Spartan containment teams, by Vakara GMBH○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreUnknown
AAP / DAKH Ordnance PackDescription: Armored girdle and munition attachment from Beweglichrüstungsysteme○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreUnknown
TAC / MK 88 RatioDescription: Compact survival / utility knife widely used by UNSC and militia forces, from FOTUS○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreUnknown
Petal MetalDescription: For those who rose above, from FOTUS○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available during Season 1
PsychappleDescription: These are the cards you drew, from FOTUS○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available during Season 1
Tac / Liberty RigDescription: A highly-efficient combination of bandolier and utility packs from Misriah Armory○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available during Season 1
Clonely BearDescription: For when you're not quite feeling yourself, from FOTUS○ Legendary rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available during Season 1
Tac / Recon PackageDescription: Field Rig Romeo is a popular nickname for this arrangement of tactical gear from Misriah Armory○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 43 of Season 1 (Premium)
Tac / T-MagsDescription: Triple magazine pouches carried on long-range patrols, from Misriah Armory○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 29 of Season 1 (Premium)
UA / D0-060FGM Tactical KitDescription: A multi-threat up-armor module kit from Beweglichrüstungsysteme, compatible with most Mjolnir models and variants○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 24 of Season 1 (Premium)
UA / ODSTDescription: From Cascade Stronghold Technologies, even Mjolnir armor can do with a bit of reinforcement from time-to-time○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 67 of Season 1 (Premium)
UA / D0-01-CCR Breaching KitDescription: An armored yoke and carrier for additional shotgun shells, from Beweglichrüstungsysteme○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 3 of Season 1 (Premium)
Tac / MAT-2519C CommunicatorDescription: From Misriah Armory, the MAT-2519C communicator lacks modern HUD interlinks and VISR software drivers, but can be ran over by a Scorpion tank and still function○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 12 of Season 1 (Premium)
Tac / Sapper RigDescription: When words do not suffice, high explosives speak clearly, from Misriah Armory○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 93 of Season 1 (Premium)
Util / Desert PatrolDescription: This harness pack from Imbrium Machine Complex includes atmospheric condensers for passive water harvesting○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 38 of Season 1 (Premium)
Tac / M1 Combat KnifeDescription: Far superior to harsh words and sharp sticks, from Misriah Armory○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreUnknown
UA / VauntlockDescription: In addition to an armored yoke, this ensemble from Materials Group includes an early-model Vauntlock power pack, which can temporarily power Mjolnir shields if the suit's fusion power plant fails○ Legendary rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 73 of Season 1 (Premium)
Bear TempleDescription: Additional blessed plates to turn your foes' blades, part of Fractures Samurai○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Yoroi Armor CoreUnknown

Left Shoulder Pads

Shoulder Pads are another important part of a Spartan's armor, but Halo Infinite is making those Shoulder Pads supplemental, or optional, for the first time in a Halo game. That means you can customize your Shoulder Pads for each shoulder, including not having any Shoulder Pads at all.

Here is every left Shoulder Pad that we know of in Halo Infinite.

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NameInformationUnlock requirements
UA / VitusDescription: Supplemental deltoid and shoulder armor by Chalybs Defense Solutions○ Common rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreDefault: Left Shoulder Pad for Mark VII Armor Core
UA / AlairDescription: Supplemental deltoid and shoulder armor by Chalybs Defense Solutions○ Common rarityUnknown
UA / CastusDescription: Supplemental deltoid and shoulder armor by Chalybs Defense Solutions○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available during Season 1
UA / HampusDescription: Supplemental deltoid and shoulder armor by Chalybs Defense Solutions○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreUnknown
UA / VeliusDescription: Supplemental deltoid and shoulder armor by Chalybs Defense Solutions○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreUnknown
UA / AgathiusDescription: Supplemental deltoid and shoulder armor by Chalybs Defense Solutions○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 46 of Season 1 (Free)
UA / ViatorDescription: Supplemental deltoid and shoulder armor by Chalybs Defense Solutions○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available during Season 1
UA / AesonDescription: Supplemental deltoid and shoulder armor by Chalybs Defense Solutions○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available during Season 1
UA / EfremDescription: Supplemental deltoid and shoulder armor by Chalybs Defense Solutions○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreUnknown
SAP / MKVBDescription: Standard-issue shoulder armor from Materials group○ Common rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreDefault: Left Shoulder Pad for Mark V (B) Armor Core
SAP / EVADescription: The shoulder latches are compatible with most UEG-standard spacesuit accessories, from Material Group○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 7 of Season 1 (Premium)
SAP / ODSTDescription: These armor pieces by Cascade Stronghold Technologies were created for Mjolnir, but eventually became viable for mass production and deployment to other UNSC forces○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 62 of Season 1 (Premium)
SAP / FJDescription: Designed for airborne unites by Cascade Stronghold Technologies, the "para" armor attachments minimize weight without sacrificing protection○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreUnknown
SAP / MTDescription: Multi-threat shoulder armor from Cascade Stronghold Technologies. Expensive to produce, but ultimately disposable if heavily damaged○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreUnknown
SAP / OPDescription: Part of an armor ensemble developed by Watershed Division for the Beta-5 Asymmetrical Action Group (AAG)○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreUnknown
SAP / MKVIDescription: Compatible with almost all Mjolnir generations and variants, from Materials Group○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 82 of Season 1 (Premium)
SAP / SNPDescription: Some snipers like to keep a few extra rounds that had personal attention paid to their intended use. For special occasions, from Chalybs Defense Solutions○ Legendary rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 32 of Season 1 (Premium)
Sixth GateDescription: Every element of the samurai's appearance has deep philosophical and practical meaning, part of Fractures Samurai○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Yoroi Armor CoreUnknown
Crescent MoonDescription: Worn by samurai commanders, and those who aspire to leadership, part of Fractures Samurai○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Yoroi Armor CoreUnknown
GatekeeperDescription: Shoulder armor in the shape of an opened codex and a closing gate○ Legendary rarity○ Compatible with Yoroi Armor CoreFractures Event: Tenrai; Nov. 23-30, 2021

Right Shoulder Pads

Shoulder Pads are another important part of a Spartan's armor, but Halo Infinite is making those Shoulder Pads supplemental, or optional, for the first time in a Halo game. That means you can customize your Shoulder Pads for each shoulder, including not having any Shoulder Pads at all.

Here is every right Shoulder Pad that we know of in Halo Infinite.

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NameInformationUnlock requirements
UA / VitusDescription: Supplemental deltoid and shoulder armor by Chalybs Defense Solutions○ Common rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreDefault: Right Shoulder Pad for Mark VII Armor Core
UA / AlairDescription: Supplemental deltoid and shoulder armor by Chalybs Defense Solutions○ Common rarityUnknown
UA / CastusDescription: Supplemental deltoid and shoulder armor by Chalybs Defense Solutions○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available during Season 1
UA / HampusDescription: Supplemental deltoid and shoulder armor by Chalybs Defense Solutions○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreUnknown
UA / VeliusDescription: Supplemental deltoid and shoulder armor by Chalybs Defense Solutions○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreUnknown
UA / AgathiusDescription: Supplemental deltoid and shoulder armor by Chalybs Defense Solutions○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 49 of Season 1 (Free)
UA / ViatorDescription: Supplemental deltoid and shoulder armor by Chalybs Defense Solutions○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available during Season 1
UA / AesonDescription: Supplemental deltoid and shoulder armor by Chalybs Defense Solutions○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available during Season 1
UA / EfremDescription: Supplemental deltoid and shoulder armor by Chalybs Defense Solutions○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreUnknown
SAP / MKVBDescription: Standard-issue shoulder armor from Materials group○ Common rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreDefault: Right Shoulder Pad for Mark V (B) Armor Core
SAP / EVADescription: The shoulder latches are compatible with most UEG-standard spacesuit accessories, from Material Group○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 8 of Season 1 (Premium)
SAP / ODSTDescription: These armor pieces by Cascade Stronghold Technologies were created for Mjolnir, but eventually became viable for mass production and deployment to other UNSC forces○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 63 of Season 1 (Premium)
SAP / FJDescription: Designed for airborne unites by Cascade Stronghold Technologies, the "para" armor attachments minimize weight without sacrificing protection○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreUnknown
SAP / MTDescription: Multi-threat shoulder armor from Cascade Stronghold Technologies. Expensive to produce, but ultimately disposable if heavily damaged○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreUnknown
SAP / OPDescription: Part of an armor ensemble developed by Watershed Division for the Beta-5 Asymmetrical Action Group (AAG)○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreUnknown
SAP / MKVIDescription: Compatible with almost all Mjolnir generations and variants, from Materials Group○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 83 of Season 1 (Premium)
SAP / SNPDescription: Some snipers like to keep a few extra rounds that had personal attention paid to their intended use. For special occasions, from Chalybs Defense Solutions○ Legendary rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 33 of Season 1 (Premium)
Sixth GateDescription: Every element of the samurai's appearance has deep philosophical and practical meaning, part of Fractures Samurai○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Yoroi Armor CoreUnknown
Crescent MoonDescription: Worn by samurai commanders, and those who aspire to leadership, part of Fractures Samurai○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Yoroi Armor CoreUnknown
GatekeeperDescription: Shoulder armor in the shape of an opened codex and a closing gate○ Legendary rarity○ Compatible with Yoroi Armor CoreFractures Event: Tenrai; Nov. 23-30, 2021

Gloves

Players may not think about the Gloves their Spartan wears very often, but it's those Gloves that will appear on screen most often when picking up guns or equipment, dishing out melee attacks, or interacting with the environment. In Halo Infinite, you'll be able to customize your Spartan even down to the Gloves they wear.

Here is every pair of Gloves we know of in Halo Infinite.

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NameInformationUnlock requirements
CapaxxDescription: By Beweglichrüstungsysteme, Mjolnir gloves provide a great deal of protection, but nothing that can't be augmented with a simple up-armor plate○ Common rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreDefault: Gloves for Mark VII Armor Core
Mark V (B)Description: Every Spartan Glove was a miraculous combination of sensors, myomer, and armor weaves, from Materials Group○ Common rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreDefault: Gloves for Mark V (B) Armor Core
ChallengerDescription: As Spartan losses mounted, additional attention was paid to improving survivability, from Chalybs Defense Solutions○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 48 of Season 1 (Premium)
First TempleDescription: Armored gloves tailored for each samurai, part of Fractures Samurai○ Common rarity○ Compatible with Yoroi Armor CoreDefault: Gloves for Yoroi Armor Core

Wrists

Halo Infinite Wrists upgrades may bring to mind some of Halo Infinite's equipment, like the repulsor or grappling hook, but Halo Infinite also lets you apply cosmetic armor pieces to your Spartan, which presumably provide a number of in-universe benefits you won't see in the game.

Here is every Wrist we know of in Halo Infinite.

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NameInformationUnlock requirements
UA / Type II-A1 BucklerDescription: Despite rumors to the contrary, this buckler does not have an energy shield generator, by Materials Group○ Legendary rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 100 of Season 1 (Free)
UA / P1DA BracerDescription: Supplemental wrist armor from Beweglichrüstungsysteme○ Common rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 4 of Season 1 (Premium)
Tac / CASCDescription: Forearm shotgun shell holder, from Misriah Armory○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 88 of Season 1 (Premium)
Tac / MC5 TacpadDescription: From Misriah Armory, dock for the MC5 Individual Data / Net Terminal○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 13 of Season 1 (Premium)
Tac / SRT UGPSDescription: Dock for the SRT Universal Global Positioning System receiver, from Ushuaia Armory○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 27 of Season 1 (Premium)

Utility

Utility armor pieces in Halo Infinite, previously referred to as Hips, will seemingly be quite diverse, including utility belts, hip accessories (we've even seen concept art of swords!), and possibly thigh and upper leg upgrades as well. In Halo Infinite's first technical preview, a few Utilities were present but could not be unlocked or seen, but it wasn't until the second technical preview that we were able to see the first Utility armor pieces in action. These are supplemental upgrades, and should add plenty of variety to armor customization.

Here is every Utility we know of in Halo Infinite.

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NameInformationUnlock requirements
TAC / Model 52 Navy KnifeDescription: Naval special forces like to walk softly and carry a big knife, from Misriah Armory○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreUnknown
Medaux Unit / Type 1Description: Medigel Applicator Unit, Single Pack, by Opticon. Allows for quick replenishment of the suit's internal reservoir○ Common rarityUnknown
Medaux Unit / Type IIDescription: Medigel Applicator Unit, Double Pack, by Opticon. Medigel is as precious as diamondoid dust on extended patrols, or when bartering with colonials○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available during Season 1
AAP / Ordnance Pack MikeDescription: A little extra ordnance from Materials Group for peace of mind○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available during Season 1
MAT-2550 / Grenade PackDescription: A spare tactical radio and grenades go a long way when you are in harm's way, by Emerson Tactical Systems○ Epic rarityUnknown
M10 Tactical Soft CaseDescription: Purchased of-the-shelf from a variety of manufacturers, from Weapon System Technology○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 87 of Season 1 (Premium)
M45 HardcaseDescription: From Misriah Armory, suitable for storing items you don't want to lose or break○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 53 of Season 1 (Premium)
First Principle BladesDescription: Swords from the Imperial armory, granted to those charged with executing Covenant infiltrators and saboteurs, part of Fractures Samurai○ Legendary rarity○ Compatible with Yoroi Armor CoreShop: Available during Season 1
Swordsman's BeltDescription: A traditional military belt used to comfortably secure a tanto blade○ Lgendary rarity○ Compatible with Yoroi Armor CoreFractures Event: Tenrai; Nov. 23-30, 2021

Knee Pads

Finally, Halo Infinite lets you apply the final touch to your Spartan's armor with Knee Pad variants, which offer a small measure of personalization to your armor core's mostly untouched leg armor. While Knee Pads are described as "supplemental," it does seem you're required to have Knee Pads installed on your Spartan's armor.

Here is every Knee Pad we know of in Halo Infinite.

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NameInformationUnlock requirements
UA / Type SADescription: Supplemental leg armor by Korolev Heavy Industries○ Common rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreDefault: Knee Pads for Mark VII Armor Core
UA / Type RGDescription: Supplemental leg armor by Korolev Heavy Industries○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available during Season 1
UA / Type SPDescription: Supplemental leg armor by Korolev Heavy Industries○ Epic rarityUnknown
UA / Type KTDescription: Supplemental leg armor from Materials Group○ Common rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreDefault: Knee Pads for Mark V (B) Armor Core
UA / Type FJDescription: Lightweight, shock-absorbing knee armor from Cascade Stronghold Technologies○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 52 of Season 1 (Premium)
UA / Type JORDescription: Supplemental leg armor from Materials Group○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 72 of Season 1 (Premium)
Petal-PolishedDescription: Part of Fractures Samurai, samurai kneel only to the blessed spirits, Imperial Court officials, and warriors of superior value○ Common rarity○ Compatible with Yoroi Armor CoreDefault: Knee Pads for Yoroi Armor Core
Crescent MoonDescription: Where heaven and earth meet, part of Fractures Samurai○ Rare rarity○ Compatible with Yoroi Armor CoreUnknown

Armor Kits

Armor Kits basically apply a predetermined set of sometimes-exclusive customizations (be it Coatings, pieces, or others) to your Armor Core, likely revolving around a theme. This means that players might be able to instantly become one of their favorite Halo Spartans like Jameson Locke, Sarah Palmer, and more, as long as they own the Armor Core that character uses. Armor Kits can also feature other themes as well for seasonal events and more.

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NameInformationUnlock requirements
Cloud9 KitDescription: In Nubes Novem○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available in the Halo Championships Store
EUnitedDescription: There is truly no better way to Stand United○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available in the Halo Championships Store
FaZe ClanDescription: Battle in style with the FaZe Clan player skin featuring the classic red camo with obsidian accents. Let's get this Halo party started! Suit up, gear up, FaZe up!○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available in the Halo Championships Store
FnaticDescription: Always Fnatic○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available in the Halo Championships Store
G2 EsportsDescription: #G2Army○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available in the Halo Championships Store
NaviDescription: Natus Vincere! Paint your power armor and weapon with black and yellow, the famous colors of the "Born to Win" team! Show your connection to the legendary tag and become a soldier of #NaviNation○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available in the Halo Championships Store
SentinelsDescription: Hail to the King○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available in the Halo Championships Store
Spacestation GamingDescription: Halo, welcome to Spacestation gaming○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available in the Halo Championships Store
Team EnvyDescription: Awaken. #EnvyUs○ Epic rarity○ Compatible with Mark VII Armor CoreShop: Available in the Halo Championships Store
Carter-A259 KitDescription: Are you cool under pressure and inspire confidence in your team? If so, take on the appearance of Noble Team's legendary Carter-A259○ Legendary rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 20 of Season 1 (Premium)
Catherine-B320 KitDescription: Are you an inspired tactician with a penchant for unauthorized decryption? If so, take on the appearance of Noble Team's legendary LCDR Kat-B320○ Legendary rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 60 of Season 1 (Premium)
Emile-A239 KitDescription: Are you a detail-oriented warrior with an unbreakable resolve? If so, take on the appearance of Noble Team's legendary WO Emile-A239○ Legendary rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 95 of Season 1 (Premium)
Jorge-O52 KitDescription: Are you a born hero who stands too close to slipspace ruptures? If so, take on the appearance of Noble Team's legendary WO Jorge-O52○ Legendary rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 80 of Season 1 (Premium)
Jun-A266 KitDescription: Are you rock-solid under pressure, with an eye for detail? If so, take on the appearance of Noble Team's legendary WO Jun-A266○ Legendary rarity○ Compatible with Mark V (B) Armor CoreBattle Pass: Tier 40 of Season 1 (Premium)

Halo Infinite is available on Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, PC, Xbox Cloud Gaming, and Xbox Game Pass. 343 Industries have delivered one of the best Xbox shooters available now, with both the campaign and multiplayer offering excellent experiences.

Zachary Boddy
Staff Writer

Zachary Boddy (They / Them) is a Staff Writer for Windows Central, primarily focused on covering the latest news in tech and gaming, the best Xbox and PC games, and the most interesting Windows and Xbox hardware. They have been gaming and writing for most of their life starting with the original Xbox, and started out as a freelancer for Windows Central and its sister sites in 2019. Now a full-fledged Staff Writer, Zachary has expanded from only writing about all things Minecraft to covering practically everything on which Windows Central is an expert, especially when it comes to Microsoft. You can find Zachary on Twitter @BoddyZachary.