Halo TV star Pablo Schreiber on Master Chief face reveal: 'It's the only choice'

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Halo star Pablo Schreiber has addressed fans' concerns about Master Chief removing his helmet in the TV adaptation.

Speaking exclusively to TechRadar, Schreiber claimed that the decision to show John-117's face is necessary to help audiences empathise with the Spartan-II soldier.

Halo's diehard fanbase has criticised the sweeping changes that have been made for Paramount Plus' live-action adaptation of the beloved videogame series. Fans were quick to voice their displeasure over Cortana's redesign just hours after the show's first teaser arrived. And, after 343 Industries' Head of Transmedia Kiki Wolfkill confirmed that Chief's face would be shown during the TV series (per IGN), fans expressed further frustration at the creative decisions that had been taken.

Below is a quote from one of the producers on WHY THEY ARE GOING TO REVEAL MASTER CHIEF'S FACE in the new #Halo show. I have to say, i really disagree. But I'm curious, is there any Halo fan asking for this? With good writing you can build a character and never show their face. pic.twitter.com/ruzasAIvdMFebruary 23, 2022

Schreiber, though, isn't concerned by fans' backlash to John-117 removing his helmet for the Halo TV series. And, while the American Gods and Defending Jacob actor revealed that he «respects the opinions» of those who disagree with the move, he believes that the face reveal is essential for viewers to emotionally connect with Master Chief.

«One thing I learned very early on is that there's as many different opinions in the Halo universe as there are Halo fans,» Schreiber said. «So obviously, you're not going to be able to please everybody. But what I would say is that we are tailoring an entertainment experience that's tailored to the medium that it's