| “ | Three hole balaclava differs from ski mask with additional opening for the mouth. Still useful in cold weather. | „ |
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Three hole balaclava differs from ski mask with additional opening for the mouth. Still useful in cold weather. In-game description
The Balaclava is a full head cloth mask that covers the entire head down to the base of the neck, with openings for the wearer's eyes and mouth. It provides high insulation against cold temperatures, helping to retain body heat in harsh weather. Additionally, the Balaclava offers minor protection against the transmission of the Common Cold, reducing the chance of infection from nearby sneezing or coughing survivors.
The green and beige balaclava variants are the best for camouflage as they hide your face and blend in with the environment. However, balaclavas can also get wet, causing your character to become colder.
Colors Variants[]
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(Black) -
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(Blue) -
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(Green) -
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(White)
Trivia[]
- Balaclavas are named after the town that created them, specifically Balaklava in Ukraine. They were originally made in large numbers during the Crimean War (1854) to protect British soldiers from the nation's bitter cold weather. The garb quickly grew popular among the British soldiers and eventually gained worldwide appeal, especially in colder nations like Russia. Many military forces who specialized in winter combat made use of them and continue to do so to this day. Besides protecting people from the cold, they were also adopted as a means to hide identities in various special forces and mercenary groups.