The Wind of Freedom suit is a stalker suit featured in S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl, S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky, S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Call of Pripyat, and S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl.
Overview[]
A light stalker suit produced by the Freedom faction, the Wind of Freedom consists of a light military bulletproof vest with reinforced Kevlar plates, carried over pseudo-flecktarn camouflaged jacket and pants.
The fabric of the suit is treated with a special mixture called "Horizon" which increases anomaly resistance.
In Shadow of Chernobyl, NPCs wearing the suit are seen using it with a balaclava or a face mask combined with a backpack, although the player wears it with a gas mask and two oxygen tanks. In Clear Sky and Call of Pripyat, it comes with two oxygen tanks and a breathing mask.
Appearances[]
Shadow of Chernobyl[]
Light stalker suit produced by the gunsmiths of the Freedom faction. It consists of a light military bulletproof vest with reinforcing kevlar plates. It can protect from weak weapons. The fabric of the suit is treated with a special mixture which increases anomaly activity resistance.
In-game description
In Shadow of Chernobyl, this is the most commonly used suit for all experienced and many expert Freedom members. It is worn with either a balaclava or a face mask. There was also a gas mask variant scheduled to appear, similar in appearance to the Monolith suit, but it did not make it to the final version besides an unused PDA icon.
Acquisition[]
The armor is sold by Skinflint after completing the side mission Deal with the snitch.
It can be found in the following locations:
- Back of a truck outside the fence near the mobile lab in Yantar.
- On a couch inside a house at the Abandoned farmstead in the Army Warehouses.
- Inside a rail car by the camp fire south of the construction site in the Wild Territory.
- Inside the Freedom armory at their HQ.
- In a stash on the Bar side of the entrance to the Garbage.
- In the Insane stalker from the Freedom faction's house in the swamp near the Freedom base.
One is given for the fifth challenge of the Arena, although it cannot be kept without the use of glitches.
Unique variants[]
- Kombez Freedom M2 - a unique Wind of Freedom suit with integrated night vision and largely increased protection against electrical anomalies, found inside the Freedom armory.
Clear Sky[]
This lightweight stalker bodysuit is made by Freedom craftsmen. Its light military body armor is reinforced with Kevlar plating to offer protection from small arms fire. The suit's fabric is treated with a special solution, which increases its resistance to anomalies.
In-game description
The suit returns in Clear Sky. It is rather uncommon, only being worn by a few experienced outpost squad leaders, one example being Raven, and is always worn with a respirator. The Wind of Freedom suit cannot protect the wearer from anything more powerful than an assault rifle round. Its bullet protection is identical to the Stalker Suit, but its anomaly protection is lacking.
Acquisition[]
The suit is available from Ashot regardless of faction alignment.
Upgrades[]
Color-coded upgrades are mutually exclusive.
 Kevlar plates are inserted into body armor for extra protection.
 A relief vest makes it easier to carry one's load by redistributing the weight.
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Kevlar plates are inserted into body armor for extra protection.
 Special straps make this backpack easier to carry, allowing for heavier loads.
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 Soften bullet impact somewhat.
 Provides decent protection from fire and electricity.
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 Even if one layer of armor is damaged, the second one will still provide adequate protection.
 This coating, based on a special solution made from materials found in the Zone, protects against fire and electrical anomalies.
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 This thickening fabric, placed under the body armor, acts to effectively reduce damage.
 Use a more efficient filtering system.
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 Night vision device (4688 RU)  Night visionFirst-generation night vision device.
 This gas mask serves as one's primary protection from radioactive dust and noxious chemicals.
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 Artifact container (3125 RU)  Artifact containerContainer for wearing additional artifacts.
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Call of Pripyat[]
This lightweight stalker bodysuit is made by Freedom craftsmen. The suit's fabric is treated with Horizon, a special solution developed by the faction by trial and error to increase resistance to anomalies. Like the Sunrise suit, the Wind of Freedom comes with built-in body armor and artifact containers.
In-game description
In Call of Pripyat it returns again as a standard issue Freedom suit. It offers all around better protection than the Stalker Suit except for ballistic protection which is slightly lower.
Acquisition[]
One is deposited for free in the player's footlocker in Yanov station after completing two missions for Freedom, and it will be on sale at Hawaiian's afterwards.
Upgrades[]
 Polycarbonate is capable of stopping a pistol bullet, while remaining as light as plastic.
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 Thickened inserts to reduce the force of bullet impacts felt through body armor.
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 The Scale comprises overlaying ceramic plates that prevent the wearer from being hit in the same place.
 nce treated with Sovereign, the bodysuit becomes virtually invulnerable to mechanical damage and fabric splitting.
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 Fabric, clips and thickeners are replaced with lighter synthetic materials to reduce the armor weight.
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 Magnesium inserts protect the wearer from thermal dangers.
 Even a simple plastic inner layer can protect the wearer from chemical and electrical hazard.
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 An oxygen tank is required in areas with air contaminated by chemicals or radioactive particles.
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 A system of mounts allows for weight to be distributed onto the whole body more evenly.
 Installation of an additional artifact container.
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 Installation of an additional artifact container.
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Heart of Chornobyl[]
Lightweight Freedom group gear set. Usually worn by rookies, but also loved by veterans for its sporty comfort.
Heart of Chornobyl in-game description
Acquisition[]
One suit can be found in a Stash between the Hydroelectric Station and Chystohalivka, at a gate seperating the Garbage and Rostok regions. Its on top of the western building, reached by jumping from the ridge.
Upgrades[]
Color-coded upgrades are mutually exclusive. Prices based on Stalker difficulty.
 Chainmail Inserts (2400  ) Physical protection 40%Crafting improvised chain mail is a tedious and time-consuming undertaking, but there are documented cases when it has actually saved lives.
 Lightweight Materials (2400 ) Weight reduction 1The adoption of lighter synthetic materials for the fabric, buckles, and tighteners decreases the overall weight of the armor.
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 Synthetic Lining (4800 ) Wear resistance 15%An airtight synthetic lining serves as a secondary protective layer in case the outer layer is damaged.
 Aramid Lining (4800 ) Physical protection 10%The aramid lining efficiently disperses impact force, providing effective resistance against shrapnel and bullets in appropriate circumstances.
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 Asbestos Layer (2400 ) Thermal protection 30%The use of asbestos fabric provided heat protection for twentieth century firefighters.
 Active Filters (2400 ) Radio protection 15%Active filters can neutralize radionuclides.
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 Constantan-Coated Lining (4800 ) Electrical protection 30%The inclusion of a thin Constantan layer provides the suit with excellent protection against electricity.
 Silicone Sealing (4800 ) Chemical protection 30%The suit's securely sealed seams effectively keep harmful substances at bay.
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 Makeshift Artifact Container (4800 ) Additional containers 1A container fashioned by local craftsmen, offering a secure resting place for an artifact.
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 Lead Container (9600 ) Radiation ProtectionA simple and practical way to stay protected from the radiation emitted by artifacts.
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Gallery[]
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