Editing Unggoy

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{{Covenant Species Infobox
|imageBG      = #f0f0f0
|image        = [[File:HReach - Unggoy.png|300px]]
|name         = Unggoy<br/>(''Monachus frigus'')
|homeworld    = [[Balaho]]
|height       = {{Convert|168|cm|ftin}} (aprox. average)<ref name="ENC142">'''[[Halo Encyclopedia]]''', ''page 142''</ref>
|weight       = {{Convert|118|kg|lb}} (aprox. average)<ref name="ENC142"/>
|skincolor    = Mottled gray/brown
|distinctions = Short, stocky, round head, exoskeleton with wrinkly skin, high-pitched voice, stubby limbs.
|equipment    = *[[Unggoy Combat Harness]]
*[[Methane Tank]]
|types        = 
*[[Special Operations Grunt|Special Operations]]
*[[Heavy Grunt|Heavy]]
*[[Ultra Grunt|Ultra]]
*[[Major Grunt|Major]]
*[[Minor Grunt|Minor]]
*[[Deacon]]
|affiliation  = [[Covenant Empire]], [[Heretics (Faction)|Heretics]], [[Covenant Separatists]]/[[Covenant Loyalists]]
|notable      = *[[Dadab]]
*[[Yayap]]
*[[Flipyap]]
*[[Yapflip]]
----
*[[Cowardly Grunt]]
*[[Final Grunt]]
*[[Playing Grunt]]
*[[Thirsty Grunt]]
|othernames   = Grunt
*Chimp
*Crab
*Monkey
*Gas-sucker
*Crybaby
}}

{{Quote|When in doubt, flee.|Unggoy philosophy<ref>'''[[Halo Encyclopedia]]''': ''page 144''</ref>}}

The '''Unggoy'''<ref>'''[[Halo: Ghosts of Onyx]]''', page 191 - ''"Unggoy: the Elite name for the Grunt race."''</ref> (Latin, ''Monachus frigus'', meaning "cold monk") are a species of squat bipedal arthropods in the unified races of the [[Covenant Empire|Covenant]]. They are the lowest-ranking species in the hierarchy, and are frequently mistreated by almost every higher-ranking race ([[Sangheili]], [[Jiralhanae]], [[Kig-yar]]). Unggoy are primarily used as laborers or, in combat situations, cannon fodder. They are one of the later races to be introduced into the Covenant, and were either the second or third Covenant species to be encountered by [[human]]s. They are referred to as '''Grunts''' by humans, mainly because they are considered weak compared to their superiors and also because they perform the majority of the labor required by the Covenant.

==History==

===The Ark and Reseeding===
The Unggoy were a very gay race and killed baby for sustenens one of many species indexed by the [[Librarian]] for preservation on [[Installation 00]] from the firing of the [[Halo Array]]. They were subsequently returned to their homeworld Balaho, where they began re-building their culture.

===Induction into the Covenant===
Grunts were the sixth client race to be integrated into the Covenant, not including [[San 'Shyuum]] and Sangheili, about 411 years before the end of the [[Human-Covenant War]], roughly coming to their indoctrination in [[2142]] on the [[Military Calendar|military calendar]]. [[Balaho]], the Unggoy homeworld, was devastated by the collapse of its biosphere due to massive global overindustrialization that occurred even before the activation of the [[Halo Array]], and indications are that while the Unggoy had once achieved a [[Technological Achievement Tiers|Tier 4]] society, by the time of their discovery by the Covenant they had yet to return to such a state.<ref name=Bestiarum>'''[[Bestiarum]]'''</ref>

While they are essentially a slave race, the Unggoy have managed to largely retain their cultural identities, and have rebelled in the past more than [[Sixteenth Unggoy Disobedience|once]]. Being the highest-ranked species of the Covenant, they are bitter rivals with the [[Kig-yar]], who are also low-ranked. The higher-ranking races of the Covenant have often ignored this rivalry. The breaking point came when [[Prophet of Truth|a junior staffer]] in the [[Ministry of Concert]]<ref>'''[[Halo: Contact Harvest]]''', ''Page 150''</ref> discovered evidence of the Kig-yar planning to poison recreational narcotics the Unggoy enjoyed, which would have left them sterile, but the [[High Council]] refused to investigate the matter. The rising tensions with the Kig-yar and the general disinterest from the other Covenant races led to an [[Unggoy Rebellion]] in [[2462]]. While the rebellion was ultimately put down thanks to an [[Arbiter]] and the near-[[glassing]] of the [[Balaho|Unggoy homeworld]], the Unggoy proved that they were not the cowards they had been long deemed, and could indeed be vicious fighters when provoked. After the uprising's conclusion, as was their tradition, the Sangheili forgave the surviving Unggoy and allowed them to enter the [[Covenant Military]] as armed infantry units, rather than the unarmed cannon fodder as which they had previously served.<ref>'''[[Halo Encyclopedia]]''', ''pages 142, 153''</ref>

Despite the low place they have in the Covenant Hierarchy, the true irony is that the Unggoy's entry into the Covenant has ensured their species' survival. Membership in the Covenant granted the Unggoy freedom from risk of extinction during Balaho's two winters, as they now have access to sufficient supplies of food. Infant mortality has decreased to below fifty percent, and [[wikipedia:Senicide|geronticide]] is no longer a necessity for survival. The average life expectancy for non-combatant Unggoy has doubled.<ref>'''[[Halo Encyclopedia]]''',  ''page 143''</ref>

===The Great Schism===
The Unggoy obey other Covenant races out of fear more than religious faith.<ref>'''[[Halo 3]]''', '''[[Sierra 117]]''' - ''Arbiter'': "The Grunts' newfound courage is but fear."</ref> They have next to no political power in the Covenant; the highest political rank available to an Unggoy is [[Deacon]]. Within the Unggoy community there is a strong resentment of other species, especially the Kig-yar. The low rank of the Unggoy, as well as the aforementioned war, also led to a lack of political loyalty during the [[Great Schism]], as the Unggoy did not ally with a particular side, and stayed with whoever commanded them, most likely out of subservient fear to their current masters. However, many of those serving under the Jiralhanae still held support for the Sangheili and revered the [[Thel 'Vadam|Arbiter]], pointing out to their comrades that they once served under him.

== Description ==
Unggoy share a number of features with different animal species on [[Earth]]. Like primates, they walk both bipedally and with the aid of their over sized forearms. However, their bodies are armored with a hard exoskeleton as with crabs and insects. Their mouths have a set of small, pointed teeth, much like reptiles. However, the [[United Nations Space Command|UNSC]] has classed them taxonomically as being most similar to Earth arthropods.

Unggoy are typically poor warriors, being quite cowardly, physically weak and tactically inept. When witnessing their commanders eliminated during a battle, they often go into a panic and scatter in random directions. However, what they lack in ability they make up for with sheer numbers, as they breed relatively quickly and, if they are focused, are actually quite accurate with their weapon. In some cases, squads of Unggoy have been known to overpower careless [[UNSC Marine Corps|Marines]]. The conflict on [[Harvest]], and thus the Human-Covenant War, was in part started by an Unggoy named [[Yull]] tearing apart [[Osmo|Private Osmo]]. [[Special Operations Grunts]], which are known to wear black colored armor, are far more tenacious than the lower tiered ones, and have even been known to carry [[Type-33 Light Anti-Armor Weapon|fuel rod guns]], which makes them extremely dangerous foes.

Unggoy are the only Covenant species to breathe [[methane]] rather than [[oxygen]]. Their combat armor/harness has an integrated methane re-breather system, as Unggoy are unable to survive for long periods of time without methane due to asphyxiation much like humans without oxygen. Due to this, if the player manages to [[Melee|melee]] their methane tank off, they will survive for a short time, but then die.

===Intelligence===
While not overly intelligent or creative on the battlefield, they are one of the most gregarious and sociable of the Covenant races and possess a very strong pack mentality, often associating with each other in groups.<ref group="notes">Intelligence of the Unggoy has often been hotly debated, as much of the source material contradicts one another. In the [[Eric Nylund]] novels, they have been described as dog-like and animalistic; however, at rare moments, they are described as intelligent, such as [[Kwassass]], who inadvertently activated a pre-recorded message and was able to understand Admiral [[Danforth Whitcomb|Whitcomb]]'s threat and realize that it was formerly connected to a bomb. In ''[[Halo: The Flood]]'', Unggoy are revealed to be intelligent, pulling off military maneuvers and other actions, such as their attempt to place a [[Type-1 Antipersonnel Grenade|grenade]] onto [[John-117]]'s [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor/Mark V|suit]]; furthermore, [[Yayap]], who seems to have a higher-than-normal intelligence for an Unggoy, though he may have been one of many not mentioned in the novels or games. In game, their battlefield tactics are rather simplistic, but they are more than capable of using a variety of weapons. In ''[[Halo 2]]'' and ''[[Halo 3]]'' pilot vehicles such as the [[Type-32 Rapid Assault Vehicle|Ghost]] and [[Type-26 Anti-Infantry Stationary Gun|Shade]]. It is also worth considering that as a slave race, they are most likely left untrained and uneducated in order to control them more efficiently. The Unggoy seem to outnumber the other races to a large degree and might offer impressive resistance if properly organized. They have been called "cannon fodder" because their Sangheili or Jiralhanae leaders will often send them out to serve as a distraction, rather than actually having them effectively engage an enemy in combat. Therefore, it can be said that Unggoy are intelligent, but their low status does not allow them to fully utilize this.</ref> This allows for their sense of cultural identity to remain, despite their extreme subservience to the other races of the Covenant. They usually gamble with each other and often play games; [[Hunting Rock|one in particular]] includes two Unggoy competing to kill the most [[Scrub Grub]]s.

Unggoy generally follow a few short, simple guidelines given to them by the Sangheili; namely ''"When in doubt, shoot."'' or ''"Stay out of the way, live another day."'' Despite being held in low stature in the Covenant, they appear to be strong followers of their religion. Their Deacons will often hold sermons onboard ships to boost the morale and teach the Unggoy onboard about the Covenant. For instance, a Deacon named [[Dadab]] gave sermons and taught the Unggoy on board a Jiralhanae cruiser about the Covenant and its religions. The [[Jiralhanae]] allowed Dadab these teachings because they believed that it would help the Unggoy become more competent and helpful.

=== Anatomy and Physiology ===
[[File:GruntBlood.jpg|thumb|250px|left|Grunts bleed luminous blue blood when wounded.]] 
[[File:1215436858 Images.jpeg|thumb|The face of a minor Unggoy ''unmasked'' in ''Halo 3''.]]

Unggoy are on average about 3-4 feet tall and are relatively weak compared to other Covenant species. Although they can easily walk upright on two legs, they may often use their arms to move in a quadrupedal fashion. While carrying armaments, they are forced to walk upright so that they may support their weapons with their hands, but while trying to flee, or while patrolling without a weapon drawn, they use their over sized arms as forelegs to add speed or stability to their gait. Their eyesight and hearing is average, and seem to have a very well developed sense of smell, sometimes sniffing the air to detect traces of foes or hidden enemies.<ref>'''Halo 2''', level ''[[The Arbiter (level)|The Arbiter]]''</ref> This is facilitated through the olfactory membranes installed in their masks.

Unggoy also have thick, bio-luminescent,<ref>'''[[Halo: First Strike]]''', page 59: ''Phosphorescent blood pooled beneath their prone forms.''</ref> light-blue blood,<ref>'''[[Halo: The Flood]]''', ''page 27''</ref> possibly a result of methane-based proteins in the blood to facilitate methane-based respiration. Like Earth's Horseshoe Crabs, it is possible that their blood is blue due to high copper content.

Unggoy have over-sized forearms, while their upper arms and thighs are seemingly small. This has allowed them to be quite excellent climbers, as discovered in ''[[Halo: Contact Harvest]]''. Spiny protrusions on their elbows help them scale rocky surfaces and may also be used to add force to their melee attacks. They also have an amazingly fast finger reflex speed, as they can fire a [[Type-25 Directed Energy Pistol|plasma pistol]] of the same rate a Sangheili can with a [[Type-25 Directed Energy Rifle|plasma rifle]].

[[File:Grunt Air Mask.jpg|thumb|right|200px|The standard methane re-breather apparatus.]]

The Unggoy have flat, three-toed feet, with another toe on the back of their feet. While they are small, stocky, and lacking in agility, they are quite sturdy; most may be weak, as they seem to be unable to carry a weapon heavier than a plasma pistol, although certain Unggoy of higher ranks appear to be surprisingly strong, able to carry an undeployed [[Type-52 Directed Energy Support Weapon|plasma cannon]] or fire a fuel rod gun with one hand without toppling from the recoil. However, physical strength may not actually go along with rank; the types of weapons available to them may be a part of a "trust" issue with the other Covenant. As rank-and-file Unggoy are clumsy and tactically inept, more powerful weapons are likely only issued to those who are more disciplined and experienced.

===Reproduction===
Unggoy have been described as breeding prodigiously<ref>'''[[Halo: Contact Harvest]]''', page ''??''</ref> in many instances, with large egg clutches and short childhood periods.<ref name="Bestiarum"/> This might explain why there are so many of them on the battlefield. This combined with the large number of young per clutch and rapid sensory motor integration development was one of the primary reasons why the Covenant cleverly used the breeding habits of the Unggoy to their advantage in battle, deploying the Unggoy as cannon fodder (this would be play a key-role in their war against humanity). Their unburdened neural pathway allows them to absorb knowledge more freely compared to their peers. As such, they are constantly monitoring the void for traces of human communication and have developed a clear understanding of two or even three human languages. This serves as a river of confidence in times of great stress for them. Overpopulation is a serious problem and in non-war times, strict laws are placed on Unggoy breeding.

==Culture==
===Naming===
Unggoy often have names which reflect a language of very simple phonics. Common names, such as ''[[Yayap]]'' and ''[[Dadab]]'', begins with a reduplicated consonant and consist of two syllables. Other names consist of a single syllable with clusters of consonants, such as "[[Flim]]". Some exceptions have occurred of which a name has more consonants than is usual while following the first method of naming, as in [[Kwassass]]. Often, their names are palindromes, such as [[Zawaz]].

Unggoy names encountered so far consist of these phonemes:
* The vowels short A and short I.
* The consonants D, F, K, L, M, S, W, P, Y and Z. 
Unggoy do not have family names, possibly because the Sangheili did not allow it. Instead, they identify themselves by famous ancestors, [[Balaho|their homeworld]], and where on that planet they lived.

Unggoy do value their ties to their offspring, but are usually separated from their families at an early age by the requirements of military service to the Covenant. They resent this greatly, but because of their low social status in the Covenant, they are unable to muster any response.

==Homeworld==
[[File:BestiarumGrunt.jpg|200px|right|thumb|An Unggoy, as depicted in the Bestiarum.]]
{{Main|Balaho}}
The Unggoy homeworld of Balaho is a temperate, swampy planet with a methane atmosphere and naturally occurring pillars of fire. The cold season of their planet makes them highly covet any source of warmth and light they can find, mainly due to the blue death.<ref>'''Halo: Ghosts of Onyx''', page ''??''</ref>

Since their natural environment has a methane atmosphere, they would need to carry methane tanks and breathing apparatus with them whenever they travel into areas without high levels of methane in the air. Since all the other races of the Covenant, and their human enemies, breathe oxygen, the Unggoy find themselves wearing breathing masks more often than not.<ref name="Flood">'''[[Halo: The Flood]]'''</ref> They have been revealed to be inhabiting large [[Methane Tank|environment domes]] that have airlocks and methane filters for them to breathe, while not in armor<ref>'''Halo: The Flood''', ''page 60''</ref> or restocking their methane reserves at [[Battlefield Methane Tank|battlefield methane tank]]s. They seem to have high-pitched and squeaky voices, possibly due to the different resonating properties of methane gas. The high-pitched voices are commonly regarded as humorous by most other races, since they tend to sound like frightened children trying to sound intimidating.

== Rank ==
=== Overall ===
{{Quote|Bad cyborg!!|An Unggoy, fleeing from [[John-117]].}}
The Unggoy are the lowliest beings for troops before battle, as well as other tasks, indicating the little respect they get from the Covenant. They are known to be bitter rivals with the Kig-yar as they are both at the very bottom of the social hierarchy. From a political and military standpoint, they are expected to obey the commands of their superiors without hesitation. This unwavering faithfulness is enforced by the threat of punishment, although on the battlefield, such social protocols are often ignored, such as running in fear when witnessing their leader killed during battle.

Unggoy are subdivided into sub-rankings; lower-ranked Unggoy are typically poor combatants, while higher-ranked Unggoy may be formidable adversaries in combat and will even display signs of leadership capability as well as bravery. In groups, they can be deadly as well as tenacious, depending on the level of difficulty.

The Unggoy are also considered to be somewhat humorous for their small stature, squeaky voices, and slightly cute personality. For instance, during the level [[The Arbiter (level)|The Arbiter]], an Unggoy can be heard saying, "Where'd my gun go? Oh, here it is! Hahaha."

===Rank Structure===
The Unggoy have five classes which are easily identified by the color of their armor and/or the type of armor.
{| cellpadding="5" border="1" style="clear: both;"
! '''Rank'''
! '''Image'''
! '''Description'''
|-
! colspan="3"|'''Unggoy Leaders'''
|-
|'''[[Unggoy Ultra]]'''
|[[File:Halo_Reach_-_Unggoy.png|100px]]
| The Unggoy race considers these Unggoy as field commanders, and wear distinctive white-lilac armor (reminiscent of the [[Sangheili Ultra]]s). While they appear to have some authority over lesser-ranked Unggoy, they have no control whatsoever over the other Covenant races. They are stronger opponents than their subordinates, and are more accurate with firearms, throw [[Type-1 Antipersonnel Grenade|plasma grenades]] often, and wear heavier armor. If you try to get a headshot on these grunts with a magnum or DMR, you will have to take 2 shots. 1 to shoot their helmet off, then another to kill them. because of this, they able to sustain more damage than most other Unggoy. To prove this, activate the [[Halo 2 Skulls|Thunderstorm skull]] on the level [[Uprising (level)|Uprising]], and the Unggoy will usually survive throughout the entire level. Astonishingly, they may even withstand shotgun blasts. They rarely flee, and will most likely fight until the end. They are rarely seen on Easy and Normal difficulties (without the Thunderstorm Skull activated). [[Bungie studios|Bungie]] apparently refers to them as ''Halo 3'' Spec-Ops Unggoy whose color theme changed because of the Jiralhanae.
|-
! colspan="3"|'''Grunt Specialists'''
|-
|'''[[Special Operations Unggoy]]'''
|[[File:HReach_-_SpecOps_Unggoy.png|80px]]
|These Unggoy are experienced and specially-chosen, usually commanded by the [[Special Operations Sangheili|special operations Sangheili]], and are given distinctive jet-black armor. They are part of the [[Covenant Special Operations]] division of the Covenant Separatists [[Special Warfare Group]]. Just like the special operations Sangheili, they are able to use [[active camouflage]]. They are extremely skilled in warfare compared to their lower-ranked counterparts, and won't panic too often in combat situations, if they do at all. They usually can be seen wielding fuel rod guns, and throw plasma grenades with great accuracy. Many of them chose to side with [[Thel 'Vadam]] and the other Covenant separatists during the Covenant civil war. However, there were some who sided with the [[Covenant Loyalists]], wearing white armor similar to the Unggoy Ultra. Some loyalist Unggoy were seen during the [[Battle of Installation 00|battle of installation 00]].
|-
|'''[[Unggoy Heavy]]'''
|[[File:HReach_-_Heavy_Unggoy.png|80px]]
|Being similar to the rank of UNSC [[Corporal]], these specialized Unggoy wear green colored armor and are often deployed for defensive actions <ref>'''Halo 2''', level ''[[Gravemind (level)|Gravemind]]''</ref>. Their primary purposes are to deploy plasma cannons and man them, although they are occasionally seen wielding fuel rod guns. They can be seen wielding a brute spiker on [[The Ark (level)|The Ark]].  Two or three are seen wielding plasma rifles during the attack on Sword Base on Reach.
|-
! colspan="3"|'''Grunt Infantry'''
|-
|'''[[Unggoy Major]]'''
|[[File:Grunt.png|100px]]
|Similar to a UNSC as a [[Lance Corporal]], they are more experienced than Unggoy Minors, and wear crimson colored armor. They command several Unggoy Minors and are slightly more skilled in combat and courageous, though this difference is not always substantial. In ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]'', two [[Sniper Rifle]] shots in the chest is required for one to die on [[Legendary]] (they have roughly the same health as the player in the game).
|-
|'''[[Unggoy Minor]]'''
|[[File:HReach_-_Unggoy.png|80px]]
|The Covenant equivalent of a UNSC [[Private (UNSC)|Private]] or Private First Class. They wear orange colored armor and are often the least dangerous, most cowardly, and inaccurate marksmen of all the Unggoy. When their commanding officer is killed, they routinely break formation and flee; however, they will regroup and start firing at their target again. As is fitting for Jiralhanae behavior, Unggoy under the command of the Jiralhanae are substantially more aggressive.
|}

=== Other Ranks ===
'''Deacon'''<br />
{{Main|Deacon}}
The only position open to the Grunts in the [[Ministry of Tranquility]]. This rank doesn't often involve combat or hard manual labor, though they have been known to carry around plasma pistols and [[Type-33 Guided Munitions Launcher|needler]]s, the former possibly meaning it is the lowest position on the Covenant hierarchy. But as seen in ''Halo: Contact Harvest,'' the Deacon ordered around other Unggoy whenever it came to matter of religion. In ''[[Halo Wars]]'', Deacons are available as the final upgrade for an Unggoy. They further bolster and strengthen the abilities of the Unggoy squads. Interestingly, they wear elongated helmets reminiscent of their Sangheili counterparts.

'''Merchants'''<br />
Though it is never formally named as a rank and only mentioned once, it was revealed in ''Contact Harvest'', that merchants are Unggoy well-respected in the Hierarchy. When [[Prophet of Truth|Truth]] was sworn into office a [[Yanme'e|Drone]] queen, Kig-yar ship masters, and Unggoy Merchants were said to be there. It was also said that their combat harnesses were adorned with large jewels.<ref>'''Halo: Contact Harvest''', ''page 381''</ref>

'''Suicide Grunts'''<br />
The suicide Grunts appear as a separate rank in ''Halo Wars''. In ''Halo Wars'', they serve as [[Ripa 'Moramee|the Arbiter]]'s unique units, coming in squads of four. They resemble standard grunts except for a large, transparent, cylinder-shaped methane tank replacing the standard, triangular tank. These Grunts seem to be one of the lowest ranks considering the fact that they wield plasma pistols and commit suicide kamikaze-style. Their Y ability consists of lighting their methane tanks and charging the enemy in a similar fashion to some Grunt minors. Once the Grunts come in contact with the chosen enemy, they violently explode.

'''Heretic Grunts'''<br />
{{Main|Heretic Grunts}}
These Grunts have different methane tubes than their non-Heretic counterparts. They use two rounded tubes, instead of the triangular shape. Another feature of the Heretic Grunt armor is a small mouth-breather that exposes a Grunt's teeth. Unlike the armor of the [[Heretic Elites]], there is only one uniform color for a Grunt's armor, which is a shining, golden-brown. Because of this, there is no hierarchy or ranking system, and Heretic Grunts are inferior only to Heretic Elites. Heretic Grunts are also superior to their Covenant counterparts by their equipment and usage thereof. They almost always use needlers, or occasionally fuel rod guns, but never the plasma pistols that are often wielded by their counterparts. They set up turrets like the  Heavy Unggoy. They are better treated than their Covenant counterparts, and are not used as cannon fodder. It's also worth noting that Heretic Grunts are much harder to kill than normal Unggoy. Typical Unggoy can be killed with 2 or 3 shots on normal via Carbine, but Heretic Grunts can absorb up to five shots before dying.

==Gameplay==
{{Main|Unggoy/Gameplay}}
Overall, the Unggoy in gameplay are very weak in combat; often fleeing when their leader has been killed. However, in larger numbers, they can be more of a threat, especially in higher difficulties. If their leader is killed, Unggoy may sometimes activate two plasma grenades and rush to the player in an attempt to suicide-bomb them.

In ''Halo Wars'', the Unggoy serves as the main infantry unit, serving as the Covenant equivalent to the Marine. They start with a plasma pistol and three in each squad, but they can be upgraded to wield needlers.

A melee attack can kill a Grunt instantly, so when you face no more than 5 of them, don't waste your ammo and just punch them. For groups use the Gravity Hammer.

== Trivia ==
*Unggoy enjoy trading human communication files, such as soap operas and comedies, through the black market.<ref>'''[[Halo Encyclopedia]]''', ''page 143''</ref>
*In [[wikipedia:Tagalog|Tagalog]], ''Unggoy ''means "monkey".
*In real life, "''Grunt''" is a slang military term for infantrymen.<ref>[[wikipedia:Grunt|''Grunt'' on '''Wikipedia''']]</ref>
*The Unggoy were ranked #5 in Game Informer's "''The Top 10 Most Pathetic Enemies''" list.<ref>[http://www.gameinformer.com/blogs/members/b/8_bit_ike_blog1/archive/2010/03/03/top-five-video-game-punching-bags.aspx '''GameInformer''': ''Top five video game punching bags.'']</ref>
*In ''[[Halo: Reach]]'', Unggoy's voices have been changed. Instead of being high pitched and squeaky, their voices sound slightly deeper and mechanical, possibly because of their breathing masks. In addition, unlike every other ''Halo'' game, the Grunts are unable to speak English, a deliberate action made to emphasize the Covenant's alien nature and distance them from the friendly treatment some Covenant species received in the latter half of the ''Halo'' trilogy.
*In ''Halo: Reach'', when you shoot off a Grunt's methane tank, its body will rocket around like a balloon as the compressed gas is released. After a few seconds, the remaining gas will explode. This mini explosion can kill you if your health is low enough and your shields are down.
*In ''[[Halo 3]]'' and ''Halo: Reach'', the Grunt Birthday Party Skull will make Grunts Explode into Confetti when killed by a headshot.

==Gallery==
<gallery>
File:Succor.JPG|A cylindrical-Backed Unggoy as seen in [[The Last Voyage of the Infinite Succor]].
File:Grunt Comparisons.jpg|A comparison among Unggoy in the ''Halo'' Trilogy and ''Halo: Reach''.
File:HCE - GruntArmorVariant.png|Armor variants for the Unggoy in ''Halo: Combat Evolved''.
File:Grunt.jpg|An Unggoy without his mask as depicted in the '''''Halo 2''' Official Strategy Guide'', showing the species' sharp teeth which make them slightly intimidating.
File:Heretic grunts.jpg|A Heretic Unggoy, clad in unique gold armor, with a Needler in ''Halo 2''.
File:1 grunt.jpg|An Unggoy as depicted in ''Halo 3''.
File:grunt-turret.jpg|An Unggoy Minor firing a plasma turret on board a [[Scarab]].
File:Halo-3-20061220042119414.jpg|A [[Brute Captain]] leads a pack of Unggoy in the Earth Bunker [[Crow's Nest]].
File:Grunts.jpg|In-game preview of Suicide Grunts in ''Halo Wars''.
File:Halo Wars Grunt.jpg|A cinematic model of an Unggoy in ''Halo Wars''.
File:Halo Reach - Unggoy.png|Another variant of the Unggoy harness.
File:HReach - SpecOps Unggoy.png|SpecOps Unggoy in ''Halo: Reach''.
</gallery>

==Notes==
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==Sources==
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==Related pages==
*[[Unggoy/Gameplay|Unggoy in the Games]]
*[[Unggoy/Quotes|Unggoy Quotes]]

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