Editing Yanme'e Major

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{{Covenant Rank Infobox
|image = [[File:ReachRedShell.jpg|250px]]
|name = Yanme'e Major
|species = [[Yanme'e]]
|weapons = *[[Needler]]
*[[Plasma Pistol]]
*[[Brute Plasma Rifle]]
|equipment = None
|vehicles = None
|missions = Various
|role = Soldiers, Commanding Minor Drones
|affiliation = *[[Covenant Empire]]
*[[Covenant Loyalists]]
}}

Yanme'e '''Majors''' are a high [[Yanme'e]] caste and infantry [[rank]].<ref name="Firefight">'''[[Halo 3: ODST]]''', ''[[Firefight]]''</ref>

==Description==
Yanme'e Majors are differentiated from lower ranks by their crimson shells, and frequently possess energy shields. They have longer wings and can fly faster than [[Drone Minor]]s. They usually have [[Needlers]] as their weapons in the games.<ref name="ODST">'''Halo 3: ODST''', campaign level, ''[[Data Hive (Level)|Data Hive]]''</ref>

Due to the difference in mentality of Drones compared to other species, it is possible that Drones become a Major once they have reached a certain age by which point they will have a certain amount of experience, meaning less experienced Drones can follow them, rather than due to distinguished service or bravery as seen in other major creatures such as [[Unggoy]] and [[Kig-yar]]. This is similar to how older insects in sociable colonies take on different roles, such as from scout to guard.[[File:DroneRedLeader.jpg|right|thumb|200px|A Yanme'e Major in the [[New Mombasa Data Center]].]]

In ''[[Halo: Reach]]'', however, they are represented differently, with a more unique appearance. This may suggest that the Major is actually a caste that one must be born into in order to be able to hold the rank, or it might still be representative of biological growth that allows them to be promoted. The appearance of the [[Yanme'e Ultra]] is even more drastically unique.

==Combat==
Yanme'e Majors are more skilled in combat than [[Drone Minors|Yanme'e Minors]] and often wield [[Needlers]] or [[Brute Plasma Rifles]]. On [[Easy]] and [[Normal]] difficulties, they do not use the Needler's super-combine ability. However, on [[Heroic]] and [[Legendary]] difficulties, it is recommended the player takes cover frequently to regain lost stamina as Yanme'e Majors do use the Needler's super-combine ability.<ref name="Firefight"/><ref name="ODST"/>

Yanme'e Majors normally command a group of six to ten Yanme'e Minors. Some strategies are to stick one of the Yanme'e in the group with a [[Plasma Grenade]], bombard them with Needler or dual-wielded [[Plasma Rifle]] fire. As with all enemies who move in groups, super-combining Needler rounds will produce an explosion that will most likely kill multiple Yanme'e in the group. One can also use ballistic fire, but some Yanme'e Majors have shields, especially in the presence of [[Engineers]], hence making ballistic fire ineffective to a certain extent. Using [[Noob Combo]] is a good tactic. Yanme'e Majors also land on the ground much less often than their Minor brethren, making them less vulnerable to melee attacks.<ref name="Firefight"/><ref name="ODST"/>

==Counter tactics==
*Using the '[[Noob Combo]]' (A [[Plasma Pistol]] and a [[Pistol]]) can take down Yanme'e Majors easily. It is recommended that you kill them first, then use a [[SMG]] to kill the rest of the pack.
*Supercombining [[Needler]] rounds on Yanme'e Majors is an effective tactic and you can also strip them of ammo after you kill them -- they often carry [[Needlers]].
*Yanme'e Majors (as well as most Yanme'e) seem to have an uncanny ability to fly towards and attack when the player's [[Stamina]] is low, thereby heightening the chance for a kill and most likely stripping away some precious, much-needed [[Health]]. If this happens, use a [[SMG]] to gun them down.
*On [[Legendary]] difficulty in [[Firefight]], the Yanme'e Majors can easily strip a player's armor with a few [[Brute Plasma Rifle]] shots. They also have high accuracy when flying and moving. [[Brute Plasma Rifle]] wielding Yanme'e should be killed at range with pistols.
*In a swarm, Yanme'e can be overwhelming and it is advised to use a [[Brute Plasma Rifle]], [[SMG]] or [[Spiker]] against these enemies. These weapons have a high rate of fire and deliver staggering amounts of damage to unshielded organic targets.
*Making use of one of the mounted turrets littered about is another way to deal with these foes; however, it can be a double-edged sword as carrying the turret reduces the player's movement speed and maneuverability.

==List of appearances==
*''[[Halo 3: ODST]]'' {{1st}}
*''[[Halo: Reach]]''

==Sources==
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