Indirect hits are reflected off the surface of the armor, though it provides little protection against a well-aimed piercing blast. During the off-duty hours, only the body glove is worn. Each trooper is issued two body gloves, one set of armor and spare parts. His helmet features automatic polarized lenses and voice- activated transceiver. Belts include specialized survival equipment concentrated ration, emergency batteries, and a Comlink.
Additional equipment is issued for desert and arctic use.
Impervium resist decay so effectively that early models of the spacesuit can still be found near century-old battle sites. They bring high prices as souvenirs and privateers rebuild them for another fifty years of good use. Just staying alive long enough helps, most old Troopers are Squad Leaders . Real promotion, however, is a step up to the Imperial Guards. Each guard is assigned to an Executive of the Imperium.