Rogue Mk. IV Helmet

== Overview ==
ROGUE Mk. IV (GEN3) has a rugged, highly armored design. It is capable of going into a full black-out mode, disabling all potential systems that may alert others to the Spartan's presence. Built into ROGUE's armored headband is a listen-only antenna for recon and intelligence gathering; as well as a universal radio connection node, for use with new and old communications hardware/software. If a Spartan is compromised while deployed, fast-formatting algorithms will immediately wipe all stored transmission logs and gathered intelligence. Following this, the helmet's systems will blast an extremely strong jamming signal to allow the Spartan to escape to a safe location. If the Spartan fails to escape, then more extreme asset denial methods are in place if FLEETCOM, or ONI, determines they are necessary. This newest iteration can only be issued to Spartans that have taken the mandatory briefings on its use and the consequences of mission failure.
== History ==
=== ROGUE Mk. IV ===
Before the powerful yet underused ROGUE Mk. VI would be developed, many prototypes would precede it. The most notable prototype of ROGUE is the Mk. IV iteration, as it was one of the few to see any use on the field. Vestol Corporation would prototype a rugged design with overlapping armor plates and interlocking frame, making it exceedingly durable. Unfortunately it made mediocre use of its bulky size, and the technology within was equal to the standard Mk. IV helmet with the exception of an armored antenna band, specialized HUD, and covert blackout mode.
The ROGUE prototype was not originally intended for use with MJOLNIR. Before its "adoption", engineers at Vestol believed they had developed a state-of-the-art, neuro-lace compatible, combat helmet for special forces. When they would submit their design to the UNSC for testing it would only barely rise above baseline Mk. IV standards. Ultimately the UNSC would only requisition a small number of prototypes, due to the high cost, bulky shape, lack of advantage over Mk. IV, and limited number of Spartans who could make full use of it's solo-operator nature.
During the issuing of Mk. V MJOLNIR to the Spartan IIs, the UNSC would strike a deal with Vestol to purchase warehouses of its unused prototypes. These warehouses contained armor, vehicles, cybernetic parts, and most importantly: a small stockpile of ROGUE prototypes intended for use by Vestol executives' personal security teams. These helmets would be issued to select Spartan IIIs, and at the request of any Spartan II solo-operator.
=== ROGUE (GEN3) ===
In 2558 during conflict with both the Created and Banished, the UNSC would begin upgrading old armor to meet the requirements of its new GEN3 MJOLNIR. Due to the destruction of Vestol Corporation's design documents for ROGUE Mk. VI on Tribute during the Human-Covenant War, and the abandonment of ROGUE's GEN2 iteration, the UNSC would set its eyes on remaining Mk. IV prototypes. Well armored and full of space to fit the latest technology, ROGUE Mk. IV would be refurbished and reissued for Spartan solo-operators as part of the GEN3 lineup.
The new ROGUE GEN3 features hardware upgrades on existing technology, BIOS updates for compatibility with GEN3 MJOLNIR, and improved armor plating. Hardware upgrades include high-fidelity optics, high-bandwidth UpLink system, new air-filtration unit, and a set of blazingly fast processors. Additional hardware includes backwards compatible magnetic attachment points, new sensors, radio node, high-capacity impact/heat-resistant data storage banks, backup optics. Software upgrades include 3D Terrain Mapping software, rapid data formatting algorithms, multi-target tracking, high-intensity jamming signals, improved blackout mode, and the UNSC’s latest encryption protocols.
== Known Variants ==
=== ROGUE Mk. IV ===
An old base model helmet from a cruel, mindless war.
=== ROGUE (GEN3) ===
A 2558 retrofit featuring the latest in technology.
=== ROGUE [R] ===
ROGUE [R] GEN3 is a reconnaissance variant that utilizes classified security protocols for A.I. intrusion, and anti-tracking technology. It has a BBOSB-14 single-beam hardened UpLink module mounted above the ear via magnetic attachment points. Additionally, an enhanced optics and scanner package has been installed at the top of the visor for covert intelligence gathering.
=== ROGUE/HUL-IP/BBOSB-14 ===
The hardened UpLink module BBOSB-14 is a single-beam long-range communications device for scheduled, and highly coordinated, interplanetary information transfers between Spartans and a vast web of communications relays. 14 synchronized single-beam emitters blast out rapidly into the direction of a desired communications relay until a beam makes a connection. To defend against the infiltration of a relay, if a specific return code is not given to the module during it's handshake, then it will deliver a data package with an auto-deploying self destruct code. Designed by Birnbaum Optik, and manufactured by Vulcain Universel Fabriqué.
=== ROGUE/DATA/CRS-SYNC3 ===
The Cross-Sync 3 data bank holds top secret, and mission critical, data in 60 separate miniature encrypted drives. It's many drives scatter bits of data across themselves in constantly rotating presets. Encased in a rugged heat-resistant shell, it features a one-way power off switch which can only be overridden by certain high-ranking members of FLEETCOM. 
=== ROGUE/TAS/EOH ===
Eye of Heaven (EOH) is a SPARTAN laser compatible module that is designed for covert tracking, observation, and execution of "items of interest" from very, very far away. 
=== ROGUE [G] ===
ROGUE [G] GEN3 or the GNOSIS configuration, combines a modified EOH module with a Cross-Sync 3 data bank for extremely sensitive intelligence gathering missions of unprecedented length. Spartans using this configuration are essentially ONI's deadliest "living drones", sent to roam the outer edges of human-controlled space, alone.
=== ROGUE/TAC/SUBNIVEAN ===
A module refitted for the EOH shell, it was originally intended to detect faults in components and document hull integrity of space ships. It's accurate 3D mapping software, and component analytics are crucial to navigating UNSC ships taken by the Created. The module is developed by Lincoln Technology-Evolved, and produced by Anderson Auto-Forge.
=== ROGUE/TAC/OPIF9 ===
Birnbaum's Optics Package 9 is a backup optic system mounted on the forehead via magnetic attachment points and a strap.
=== ROGUE/TAC/EWS-WHINER ===
The Early Warning System(EWS), or WHINER module, extends motion tracker and radar range, as well as providing an alert if foreign scanning signals have been detected.
=== ROGUE/DATA/STSHL-MOLE ===
A network module that will become active once the Spartan has reached preset coordinates, allowing them to access underground databanks that have been hidden by ONI on planets that officially "don't exist". The module will dissolve itself with an acidic capsule 24 hours after activation, don't leave it on your head.
=== ROGUE/HUL/STSHL-COMMS ===
A short-range UpLink module, with a secure channel for communications with nearby Spartans when short term cooperation is necessary. The module is encased within a standardized shell.
=== ROGUE/TAC/STSHL-WAVE ===
An energy shield analyzer module, stuffed into a standardized shell. Useful for determining the strength, integrity, and form of energy shielded opponents.
=== ROGUE/DATA/COPU ===
A coprocessor unit for heavy computing and compiling especially detailed 3D terrain maps. If system recovery fails after a severe hack, a backup image of the MJOLNIR BIOS is contained within, and all systems can be rerouted to run on its separate processors.
=== ROGUE [O] ===
ROGUE [O] GEN3 is a light-weight version of ROGUE [R] that is intended for use by ONI officers deep in the field. It is coated in radar absorbent materials and is equipped with a STSHL-MOLE, and COPU module, as well as special override codes to access abandoned ONI sites.
=== ROGUE [D] ===
ROGUE [D] GEN3, or the Daru variant, is a one of a kind modified ROGUE [R] that was purpose built to bring back crucial data from an impossible mission, no matter the cost. It is coated in radar absorbent materials, and is equipped with a OPIF9, and CRS-SYNC3 module. All non-mission critical components and software have been stripped, and all data collected is duplicated several times for maximum insurance.
=== ROGUE/UA/HP-FALCON ===
The Hard-Point FALCON is an up-armored variant of ROGUE GEN3. Comprised of a modular face plate, and additional forehead plating. This increases survival rate significantly, in theory. Removing the top half of the faceplate makes it compatible with modules that use the EOH shell. Requisitioning this additional armor plating for cosmetic purposes is strictly prohibited, and will be met with corrective action.
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