Rick-077

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Chief Petty Officer Richard-077 is a SPARTAN-II super soldier and the leader of the Platinum Team.

Personality and Description
Rick is loquacious and free with his opinions. Along with being slightly egotistical, he does not get along well with many people other than those of his team (with the exceptions of Valkein and Christian, also “cannot stand him”). Rick is a natural leader and thus serves as an effective replacement for the deceased Anne, despite the lack of respect others give him. He barks orders but deep down is only strict because he cares deeply for his comrades, his choice in Armor Ability reflects this has he carries a drop shield to protect himself and his squadmates.

In terms of skills, Rick is an expert marksman and specializes in close ranged and moderately long ranged combat. He often carries a battle rifle and a pistol or shotgun to fill in both roles.

Early Childhood
Rick was kidnapped and conscripted into the SPARTAN-II Program at the age of 6 by Dr. Catherine Halsey. He was trained on Reach by Déjà and Chief Petty Officer Franklin Mendez.

In the year 2525, he underwent and survived severe augmentation procedures that enhanced his physical capabilities.

Operation Squall
The Platinum Team was sent to a planet called Catacomb to obtain a located Forerunner artifact known as the Contumacy. The relic was hidden inside a cave and in the chaos of a battle against Covenant forces, Dom was separated from the team. Unfortunately, both the artifact and Rick’s missing friend were never found. Rick was furious and disheartned when the Platinum Team was forced to leave his friend behind as the Covenant glassed Catacomb. Rick regretted the decision and blames himself for the loss of his squadmate and friend.


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