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[b][u]Name:[/u][/b] Edward Harper

[b][u]Gender:[/u][/b] Male

[b][u]Age:[/u][/b] 30

[b][u]Born:[/u][/b] 4. January 2522, New Alexandria, Reach

[b][u]Service Branch:[/u][/b] 105th Marine Expeditionary Unit [SOC]/ODST, formerly Army Pathfinder
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[*][url=http://vignette2.wikia.nocookie.net/halo/images/f/f3/Reach_ODST_Exodus_1.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20130818201835]ODST armor[/url]
[*]Headlamp (left side)
[*]Helmet Camera (right side)
[*]Shemagh (olive)
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[b][u]Armament & Equipment:[/u][/b][list]
[*]BR55HB SR - 8 magazines
[*]M45 Shotgun - 12 breaching shells, 6 frag shells
[*][url=http://www.bluesea-group.com/images/esam8613_CoralCR.jpg]Range Finder[/url]
[*]UNSC Combat Knife
[*]M9 HEDP grenades - 3
[*]stun grenades - 3
[*]Admin pouch
[*]Chemlights (various colors)
[*]Breaching kit ([url=http://firefightertoolbox.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Firefighter_Toolbox_probar.jpg]halligan bar[/url], [url=https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/31abSXb9WAL._SL500_AC_SS350_.jpg]bolt cutters[/url], [url=http://image.wikifoundry.com/image/3/4721853930b2a2af6e0d7c54643a2bf7/GW538H212]Fireaxe[/url])
[*]rope (50m)
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[*]SSgt. Christopher “Pops” Snipes - Squad Leader - KIA[list]
[*]The squad’s commanding officer, Snipes was the one that always managed to drag the squad out of the mud, regardless of how deep they were. His almost fatherly care for his men earned him the nickname “pops” and his men would march through fire for him. Sadly, he became isolated from his squad by an ambush and when they finally reached him, he was long dead, gutted by an energy sword.
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[*]Sgt. Michael “Drone” O’Hare - Team Leader - KIA[list]
[*]The men under his command used to joke that to kill him, the Covenant would have to aim for his head as the man did not have a heart. Indeed, Sergeant O’hare was a blunt man, disliked by his men and liked by superiors for his ‘macho’ approach, often pushing his men over their limit and blaming everyone else for his mistakes. It was one such mistake that led to his death at the hands of several Unggoy, bludgeoned to death by the small aliens.
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[*]Cpl. John “Tube” Sheridan - AT Rifleman[list]
[*]Sheridan is a friendly, easy going, yet serious soldier who carries a really big stick. He is noted by his peers for his seemingly unending patience and memory, as he’s memorised most known information about the Covenant vehicles he’s encountered, something that’s kept him and his squad alive on numerous occasions.
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[*]LCpl. Adrian “Wrench” Shepard -Engineer[list]
[*]A big, man with a gruff exterior, Adrian is the squad’s go-to man when it comes to anything to do with vehicles or electronics. Although he’s usually quiet and polite, he will fly off the handle whenever he sees someone abusing their equipment, claiming that they will come to him to fix it once they break it. Adrian also has limited experience with Covenant weapons and small vehicles.
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[*]PFC. Ian “Notso” Toogood - Marksman[list]
[*]The squad’s newest member, Ian is the type to shoot first and then decide whether or not he will bother asking questions. But despite his impulsive and bordering on childish personality, he stays remarkably calm under pressure, no matter what is flying around his head.
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[*]Sgt. David “Hippie” Rosenfield- Team Leader - KIA[list]
[*]Sergeant Rosenfield was a caring family man. Seeing his men as extended family, he acted as counterbalance to Sgt. O’Hare’ no nonsense approach. His death at the hands of a Brute’s gravity hammer left a huge dent in the squad’s morale and a burning desire to avenge their old man.
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[*]Cpl. Miranda “Chef” Nero - Medic - WIA, missed extraction[list]
[*]Though serious and seemingly detached from the camaraderie among the troops, Nero is nonetheless incredibly dedicated to serving her fellow soldiers. She is often seen going above and beyond her duties, forgoing sleep and putting herself into harm's way to provide the best aid possible. During an ambush, a piece of rubble fell on her and crushed her right shin. Although she can walk, the squad must carry her when they have to move fast, but refuse to leave her behind.
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[*]LCpl. Edward “Twitch” Harper - Pointman
[*]PFC. Patrick “Lineman” Defort - RTO[list]
[*]Defort has no brain-to-mouth filter. No matter the situation, he always seems to have a sarcastic remark to lift the spirits of his comrades or show his frustration. Although he doesn’t show it, Patrick is quite intelligent and follows orders to the letter.
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[b][u]Rank:[/u][/b] Lance Corporal

[b][u]Specialisation:[/u][/b] Pointman/Pathfinder
[hr][b][u]Personality:[/u][/b] In the field, Edward is as stoic as it gets, earning him his ironic nickname. Edward likes to plan ahead, get sufficient resources first and hates when things don’t go according to plan as he is terrible at adapting to unexpected consequences, making him a poor leader. As such, he prefers to be the grunt because he doesn't feel confident making decisions, especially those that can cost lives. While he has no problems following an experienced leader into the fray, he didn’t get to where he is by seeking trouble and diving in head first. Although somewhat cold, he recognises the value of teammates and will go out of his way to keep them safe if possible.

During downtime, he’s usually a friendly fellow with low tolerance for optimists. But when things take the turn for the worst, his bitter side comes to light.

[b][u]Biography:[/u][/b] Edward was born on Reach to a family he’s never met. For reasons unknown to him, he’s been put up for abortion mere hours after he was born. This has led to his bitter attitude and largely molded his pessimistic nature. At the age of three, he was adopted by Geoff Harper, a cook in the World Cuisine. But despite his upbringing by a loving, though adoptive father, the thought of being abandoned still burned within him. Looking for something meaningful to do, he joined the Army at the age of 18.

Perhaps it was his upbringing that gave rise to not only his bitterness, but also his tendency to keep others safe. The definition of a pathfinder’s job: go first and mark a path so others could pass safely. It seemed perfect.

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[*](Army) Evacuation of Emerald Cove (2542)[list]
[*]Edward assisted in evacuation of Emerald Cove.
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[*](Army) Battle of Miridem (2544)[list]
[*]Tasked with protecting an unit of AA tanks. His platoon, aided by the AA vehicles, stood their ground against a Covenant attack, but suffered moderate casualties and lost two out of three AA tanks. Later, they were forced to abandon most of their equipment and evacuate as the planet was glassed.
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[*](ODST) Battle of Sargasso (2546)[list]
[*]Edward’s first ODST deployment. The squad’s task was reconnaissance and acting as artillery spotters behind Covenant lines. Near the end of the operation, the squad was discovered and retreated under fire, sustaining light casualties.
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[*](ODST) Battle of Skopje (2547)[list]
[*]Charged with protecting the shipyards. After several hours, Edward has suffered a gunshot wound from a Brute plasma rifle and blunt trauma to his head and was evacuated.
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[b][u]Affiliations:[/u][/b] Geoff Harper (Stepfather, New Alexandria, Reach)

[b][u]Notable Traits:[/u][/b]
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[*]Nicknamed “Twitch” for his stoic nature.
[*]Edward’s beard conceals light burns on the left side of his face sustained during the Battle of Skopje.
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[url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2hUWhmr8ZIw]Theme Song[/url]

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