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{{Quote|Jackals may be superior marksmen and they're very sneaky, but that doesn't make them excellent snipers — they’re a little too bloodthirsty for that.|Anonymous UNSC Marine}} | {{Quote|Jackals may be superior marksmen and they're very sneaky, but that doesn't make them excellent snipers — they’re a little too bloodthirsty for that.|Anonymous UNSC Marine}} | ||
The '''Kig-Yar''' (sometimes rendered as "'''Kig-yar'''"; [[Forerunner]] designation: ''Perosus latrunculus'', [[Wikipedia:Latin|Latin]] for "hateful bandit";<ref>[http://carnage.bungie.org/haloforum/halo.forum.pl?read=865756 '''halo.bungie.org''': ''Bestiarum Latin names translated'']</ref> [[United Nations Space Command|UNSC]] designation: ''Covenant secundarium carnivora prœdonis'', Latin for "Covenant secondary carnivorous combatant"<ref name="journal">'''[[Halo: Reach]]''', ''[[Dr. Halsey's personal journal]]''</ref>) | The '''Kig-Yar''' (sometimes rendered as "'''Kig-yar'''"; [[Forerunner]] designation: ''Perosus latrunculus'', [[Wikipedia:Latin|Latin]] for "hateful bandit";<ref>[http://carnage.bungie.org/haloforum/halo.forum.pl?read=865756 '''halo.bungie.org''': ''Bestiarum Latin names translated'']</ref> [[United Nations Space Command|UNSC]] designation: ''Covenant secundarium carnivora prœdonis'', Latin for "Covenant secondary carnivorous combatant"<ref name="journal">'''[[Halo: Reach]]''', ''[[Dr. Halsey's personal journal]]''</ref>) are a dinosaur-like saurian species.<ref name="B.net">[http://halo.bungie.net/projects/odst/guide.aspx '''Bungie.net''': ODST Guide]</ref> Following their assimilation in [[1342|1342 CE]], the Kig-Yar served the [[Covenant]] until its [[Great Schism|dissolution]] in [[2552]]. Many went on to aid its [[Covenant remnants|remnants]] as mercenaries, privateers, and [[pirate]]s, though the majority stayed independent of any such factions. | ||
There are several distinct races of Kig-Yar, though humans have commonly identified two groupings ('''Jackals''' and '''Skirmishers''') based on encounters in the battlefield. In combat, Kig-Yar typically served the Covenant as snipers and scouts due to their excellent senses of sight, smell, and hearing.{{Ref/Reuse|HE155}} | There are several distinct races of Kig-Yar, though humans have commonly identified two groupings ('''Jackals''' and '''Skirmishers''') based on encounters in the battlefield. In combat, Kig-Yar typically served the Covenant as snipers and scouts due to their excellent senses of sight, smell, and hearing.{{Ref/Reuse|HE155}} | ||
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Within the Covenant and its [[Covenant remnants|remnants]], the rank of [[Kig-Yar Minor|Minor]] is the lowest field rank a Kig-Yar can attain. They are armed with standard-strength, light-blue [[Kig-Yar point defense gauntlet|point defense gauntlets]] and small arms such as the [[Type-25 plasma pistol|plasma pistol]] or [[Type-33 Needler|Needler]].<ref name="e146-7">'''Halo Encyclopedia: The Definitive Guide to the Halo Universe''', ''pages 146-147''</ref> After gaining a sufficient amount of experience, Kig-Yar can be promoted to the rank of [[Kig-Yar Major|Major]]. Majors are more experienced than Minors and are issued stronger point-defense gauntlets that emit a violet, red or orange-colored shield and carry heavier weaponry. In the Covenant, Kig-Yar hold a relatively low position and have little authority. Minors are typically commanded by [[Sangheili]] or [[Jiralhanae]] leaders, while Majors may lead their own [[lance]] or even [[file (unit)|file]] consisting of low-ranking [[Unggoy]] and [[Yanme'e]] but are still subject to the command of the higher-ranking species.{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}} | Within the Covenant and its [[Covenant remnants|remnants]], the rank of [[Kig-Yar Minor|Minor]] is the lowest field rank a Kig-Yar can attain. They are armed with standard-strength, light-blue [[Kig-Yar point defense gauntlet|point defense gauntlets]] and small arms such as the [[Type-25 plasma pistol|plasma pistol]] or [[Type-33 Needler|Needler]].<ref name="e146-7">'''Halo Encyclopedia: The Definitive Guide to the Halo Universe''', ''pages 146-147''</ref> After gaining a sufficient amount of experience, Kig-Yar can be promoted to the rank of [[Kig-Yar Major|Major]]. Majors are more experienced than Minors and are issued stronger point-defense gauntlets that emit a violet, red or orange-colored shield and carry heavier weaponry. In the Covenant, Kig-Yar hold a relatively low position and have little authority. Minors are typically commanded by [[Sangheili]] or [[Jiralhanae]] leaders, while Majors may lead their own [[lance]] or even [[file (unit)|file]] consisting of low-ranking [[Unggoy]] and [[Yanme'e]] but are still subject to the command of the higher-ranking species.{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}} | ||
Several specialist ranks exist of the Kig-Yar. The Kig-Yar rank of [[Kig-Yar Sniper|Sniper]] comprises the Covenant's foremost long-range combatants. They are known to carry weapons such as [[Gadulo-pattern needle rifle|needle rifles]] and [[Sulok-pattern beam rifle|particle beam rifles]], but do not use point defense gauntlets as to better wield their weapon. This is turn makes them more vulnerable and exposed to enemy fire. {{Ref/Reuse|e146-7}} [[Kig-Yar Ranger]]s are part of the Covenant's [[Special Warfare Group]] division, [[Fleet Security]], and are trained for zero-G [[Extra-vehicular activity|EVA]] combat, and are equipped with [[vacuum suit]]s and magnetic boots.<ref>'''[[Halo Wars: Genesis]]'''</ref> | Several specialist ranks exist of the Kig-Yar. The Kig-Yar rank of [[Kig-Yar Sniper|Sniper]] comprises the Covenant's foremost long-range combatants. They are known to carry weapons such as [[Gadulo-pattern needle rifle|needle rifles]] and [[Sulok-pattern beam rifle|particle beam rifles]], but do not use point defense gauntlets as to better wield their weapon. This is turn makes them more vulnerable and exposed to enemy fire. {{Ref/Reuse|e146-7}} [[Kig-Yar Ranger]]s are part of the Covenant's [[Special Warfare Group]] division, [[Fleet Security]], and are trained for zero-G [[Extra-vehicular activity|EVA]] combat, and are equipped with [[vacuum suit]]s and magnetic boots.<ref>'''[[Halo Wars: Genesis]]'''</ref> | ||
[[T'vaoan]]s featured their own [[T'vaoan#Rank structure|ranking system]] within the Covenant, with different roles and operational objectives. | [[T'vaoan]]s featured their own [[T'vaoan#Rank structure|ranking system]] within the Covenant, with different roles and operational objectives. | ||
===Ranks within Jul 'Mdama's Covenant=== | ===Ranks within Jul 'Mdama's Covenant=== | ||
The rank structure in [[Jul 'Mdama]]'s [[Jul 'Mdama's Covenant|Covenant]] retains much of the structure of the Covenant hegemony: Kig-Yar are lower-ranking than Sangheili and [[Mgalekgolo]], but have more authority than the [[Unggoy]]. The lowest rank in the faction for a Kig-Yar is the [[Kig-Yar Storm|Storm unit]]. This unit is virtually the same as the Minor rank in the Covenant, albeit inferior weapons and armor. With experience, Storm Kig-Yar can be promoted to the rank of [[Kig-Yar Heavy|Heavy]]. They are typically deployed as scouts and trackers, as well as for [[boarding]] actions.<ref>[http://halo.xbox.com/en-us/Universe/Detail/character-enemy-renders/421563ab-3b18-4e29-8487-3dd79b627a70#imageNumber=17 '''Halo Waypoint:''' ''New Halo 4 Renders'']</ref> | The rank structure in [[Jul 'Mdama]]'s [[Jul 'Mdama's Covenant|Covenant]] retains much of the structure of the Covenant hegemony: Kig-Yar are lower-ranking than Sangheili and [[Mgalekgolo]], but have more authority than the [[Unggoy]]. The lowest rank in the faction for a Kig-Yar is the [[Kig-Yar Storm|Storm unit]]. This unit is virtually the same as the Minor rank in the Covenant, albeit inferior weapons and armor. With experience, Storm Kig-Yar can be promoted to the rank of [[Kig-Yar Heavy|Heavy]]. They are typically deployed as scouts and trackers, as well as for [[Naval boarding|boarding]] actions.<ref>[http://halo.xbox.com/en-us/Universe/Detail/character-enemy-renders/421563ab-3b18-4e29-8487-3dd79b627a70#imageNumber=17 '''Halo Waypoint:''' ''New Halo 4 Renders'']</ref> | ||
Former ranks from the old Covenant, such as Sniper and Ranger, still continue to exist.<ref>'''Halo 4 Prima Official Game Guide''' (Collector's Edition), ''page 52''</ref> | Former ranks from the old Covenant, such as Sniper and Ranger, still continue to exist.<ref>'''Halo 4 Prima Official Game Guide''' (Collector's Edition), ''page 52''</ref> | ||
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* In the console version of [[Halo Combat Evolved]], Kig Yar's shield colors were purple and orange, for [[Kig-Yar Minor|Minors]] and [[Kig-Yar Major|Majors]] respectively. But in the PC version for unknown reasons, the shields were colored turquoise for both classes. This was corrected in [[Halo Combat Evolved Anniversary]]. | * In the console version of [[Halo Combat Evolved]], Kig Yar's shield colors were purple and orange, for [[Kig-Yar Minor|Minors]] and [[Kig-Yar Major|Majors]] respectively. But in the PC version for unknown reasons, the shields were colored turquoise for both classes. This was corrected in [[Halo Combat Evolved Anniversary]]. | ||
*Although Jackals carry grenades in ''Halo 2'' , they are never seen using them. This is likely because they [[Dual-wielding|dual-wield]] their energy shield with whatever weapon they are carrying in the game's engine. | *Although Jackals carry grenades in ''Halo 2'' , they are never seen using them. This is likely because they [[Dual-wielding|dual-wield]] their energy shield with whatever weapon they are carrying in the game's engine. | ||
*In all games prior to ''Halo: Reach'', all Jackals shoot left-handed and are the only Covenant species to do so. However, | *In all games prior to ''Halo: Reach'', all Jackals shoot left-handed and are the only Covenant species to do so. However, from ''Halo: Reach'' onwards, Jackals shoot with their right hands and carry their shields with their left hands; this generally makes it harder to shoot through the gap in a Jackal's energy shield as all player characters are right-handed. | ||
*"Wild Jackals" appear in early concept art for ''Halo Wars''. Their dress resembles that of the [[Wikipedia:Predator (alien)|eponymous aliens]] from the [[Wikipedia:Predator (franchise)|''Predator'' franchise]]. | *"Wild Jackals" appear in early concept art for ''Halo Wars''. Their dress resembles that of the [[Wikipedia:Predator (alien)|eponymous aliens]] from the [[Wikipedia:Predator (franchise)|''Predator'' franchise]]. | ||
*The Jackal language was created by reverse-playing speech recordings of [[Martin O'Donnell]], the composer of ''Bungie'''s Halo games.<ref>[http://nikon.bungie.org/misc/h2dialogue.html?cat=jackals '''halo.bungie.org:''' ''Halo 2 Dialogue Snippets'']</ref> | *The Jackal language was created by reverse-playing speech recordings of [[Martin O'Donnell]], the composer of ''Bungie'''s Halo games.<ref>[http://nikon.bungie.org/misc/h2dialogue.html?cat=jackals '''halo.bungie.org:''' ''Halo 2 Dialogue Snippets'']</ref> | ||
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File:HW_Jackal_Shield_Sculpt.jpg|A sculpt of the Jackal in ''Halo Wars'' showing the energy gauntlet. | File:HW_Jackal_Shield_Sculpt.jpg|A sculpt of the Jackal in ''Halo Wars'' showing the energy gauntlet. | ||
File:HW_Jackal_Textured.jpg|The textured version of the previous designs, ultimately not used in the final game. | File:HW_Jackal_Textured.jpg|The textured version of the previous designs, ultimately not used in the final game. | ||
File: | File:HW JackalSniper Render.jpg|Kig-Yar in ''Halo Wars''. | ||
File:Kig-Yar_Variants.jpg|A Kig-Yar sniper and a Kig-Yar infantryman seen in ''[[Halo 3: ODST]]''. | File:Kig-Yar_Variants.jpg|A Kig-Yar sniper and a Kig-Yar infantryman seen in ''[[Halo 3: ODST]]''. | ||
File:Kig-Yar_Phalanx_Halo_3-_ODST.jpg|A Kig-Yar lance armed with plasma pistols and point defense gauntlets in ''Halo 3: ODST''. | File:Kig-Yar_Phalanx_Halo_3-_ODST.jpg|A Kig-Yar lance armed with plasma pistols and point defense gauntlets in ''Halo 3: ODST''. | ||
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File:HTFOR-KigYarStorm.png|A Kig-Yar Storm in ''[[Halo: The Fall of Reach - The Animated Series]]''. | File:HTFOR-KigYarStorm.png|A Kig-Yar Storm in ''[[Halo: The Fall of Reach - The Animated Series]]''. | ||
File:H5G-KigYar.jpg|A Kig-Yar Heavy and Kig-Yar Storm aboard ''[[Argent Moon]]'' in ''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]''. | File:H5G-KigYar.jpg|A Kig-Yar Heavy and Kig-Yar Storm aboard ''[[Argent Moon]]'' in ''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]''. | ||
File:Jackals Comparison.jpg|A comparison of in-game | File:Jackals Comparison.jpg|A comparison of in-game Kig-Yar across the Halo series. | ||
File:Snapchat Monster Energy - Jackal.jpg|A Banished Ruutian Kig-Yar on Snapchat. | File:Snapchat Monster Energy - Jackal.jpg|A Banished Ruutian Kig-Yar on Snapchat. | ||
File:HINF Skirmisher.jpg|A female Banished Ruutian [[Kig-Yar Skirmisher]] in ''[[Halo Infinite]]''. | File:HINF Skirmisher.jpg|A female Banished Ruutian [[Kig-Yar Skirmisher]] in ''[[Halo Infinite]]''. | ||
File:HTV-Reckoning Jackals.png|Covenant Ruutian Kig-Yar with [[energy dagger]]s in ''[[Halo: The Television Series]]''. | File:HTV-Reckoning Jackals.png|Covenant Ruutian Kig-Yar with [[energy dagger]]s in ''[[Halo: The Television Series Season One]]''. | ||
File:HTV-Reach-BeefyJackals.jpg|Kig-Yar during the [[Fall of Reach/Silver|Fall of Reach]] in ''[[Halo: The Television Series Season Two]]''. | |||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
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*''[[Halo: Divine Wind]]'' | *''[[Halo: Divine Wind]]'' | ||
*''[[Halo Infinite]]'' | *''[[Halo Infinite]]'' | ||
*''[[Halo: The Television Series]]'' | *''[[Halo: The Television Series Season One]]'' | ||
**''[[Reckoning]]'' | **''[[Reckoning]]'' | ||
*''[[Halo: The Rubicon Protocol]]'' | *''[[Halo: The Rubicon Protocol]]'' | ||
*''[[Winter Contention]]'' | *''[[Halo: Winter Contention]]'' | ||
*''[[Halo: Outcasts]]'' {{Mo}} | *''[[Halo: Outcasts]]'' | ||
*''[[Halo: Battle for the Blood-Moon]]'' | |||
*''[[Halo: The Television Series Season Two]]'' | |||
**''[[Reach (TV Series)|Reach]]'' | |||
*''[[Halo: Hippocratica]]'' | |||
*''[[Halo: Epitaph]]'' {{Mo}} | |||
{{col-end}} | {{col-end}} | ||
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{{Navbox/Species}} | {{Navbox/Species}} | ||
[[Category:Kig-Yar| ]] | [[Category:Kig-Yar| ]] | ||
[[Category:Reptiles]] | [[Category:Reptiles]] | ||
[[Category:Sapient species]] | [[Category:Sapient species]] | ||
[[Category:Covenant species]] | [[Category:Covenant species]] |