: It's a new model. Who exactly do you think gets to decide intention?

This is what bugs me about the in-universe explanations. Okay, so the Master Chief got new armor, but why does the FUD look entirely different? You can't change basically everything, then pick and choose what gets an explanation and expect people to buy it. Isn't just easier to call it a visual reboot and be done?

: If you really believe that - especially if you are including me in your
: broadstroke statement, then literally nothing I can say will do anything
: to change your mind. Other than maybe the ironically classic Halo phrase
: "Were it so easy."

And of course not. You're awesome Grim, and I always love seeing you around here still. And your dedication to issues like this.