Halo 5: Guardians - How to Unlock Multiplayer Armor Sets, Helioskrill Armor
Unlock all the armor sets available in Halo 5: Guardian's new multiplayer.
The next iteration of Master Chief’s story is upon us, and it’s time to start looking forward to the next generation of Halo multiplayer. This time around 343 Industries has quite a few armor sets lined up for players, and this guide will teach you how to unlock those sets so you can use them to show off your prowess in the game’s multiplayer modes.
Helioskrill Armor Set
The first set of armor that many will be trying to unlock is the Helioskrill Armor. This special armor, which was designed by Sanghelli, is bred for warriors, and bloody combat. To unlock this armor set you’ll need to complete the “Legend” achievement in Halo: Master Chief Collection, which can be acquired by completing all the MCC campaigns on the Legendary difficulty.
Nightfall Armor
Halo Nightfall might not have been the best Halo production ever, but the armor featured in the series is one of the most iconic of the Halo world. To unlock this armor you’ll simply need to head to the Halo channel and watch all five episodes of the Halo: Nightfall series.
Mark VI Armor
To earn this iconic piece of armor, made famous by Halo 3’s campaign, you’ll need to earn the “Cairo Station” achievement in Halo: Master Chief Collection. This achievement can be acquired by completing the Cairo Station mission in Halo 2.
FOTUS Armor
The FOTUS is a variant of the MJOLNIR (GEN2) which is utilized by SPARTAN-IVs. FOTUS is an acronym for "Fist of the Unicorns", which is why there's a protruding horn coming out from the top of this armor set's helmet. In order to receive the complete FOTUS Armor Set, you'll need to purchase the Halo 5: Guardians Limited Edition 1TB Xbox One Bundle. The bundle also includes the Vanguard Emblem.
Teishin Armor
The Teishin Armor is yet another variant of the MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor that is featured in Halo 5: Guardians. In order to unlock this armor set, you'll need to play the game prior to November 7th, 2015.
Hunter Armor
The Hunter Armor set incorporates Watershed Division's latest warfighting technology primarily used by SPARTAN IVs. In order to unlock this armor set, you'll need to have pre-ordered Halo 5: Guardians from GameStop.
Athlon Iccus Armor
The ATHLON armor set features the most armor skins in Halo 5: Guardians. In order to obtain the ATHLON Iccus armor set, you'll need to have pre-ordered Halo 5: Guardians from Best Buy.
Recon Armor
The Recon armor was developed parallel to the Scout Armor with its main purpose being to offer stealth capabilities with little or no loss to endurance. If you want to fashion your Spartan in the Recon armor set, you're going to need to purchase specially marked AXE holiday gift packs at Walmart.
We'll be adding more armor unlock as we find them, so be sure to return to this article often for updated information and tips.
