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Whether the [[High Prophets]] really know the true effects of activating a [[Halo]] is uncertain, but the very fabric of the Covenant is built on accomplishing it, believing this will be akin to following in the footsteps of the [[Forerunners]] and propel them into the "Divine Beyond", a heavenly paradise they will share with the Forerunners. They seem determined to activate the Halos, no matter how much it takes, or costs. | Whether the [[High Prophets]] really know the true effects of activating a [[Halo]] is uncertain, but the very fabric of the Covenant is built on accomplishing it, believing this will be akin to following in the footsteps of the [[Forerunners]] and propel them into the "Divine Beyond", a heavenly paradise they will share with the Forerunners. They seem determined to activate the Halos, no matter how much it takes, or costs. | ||
Many [[Grunts]] may not care much for religion, as they were more than likely forced into the Covenant, but those that do stayed loyal to the Prophets during the [[Great Schism]]. As a species, their opinions may be split. It's possible some Grunts may have remained loyal because they simply feared the Brutes more than the Elites, however. Most likely, they followed who ever was | Many [[Grunts]] may not care much for religion, as they were more than likely forced into the Covenant, but those that do stayed loyal to the Prophets during the [[Great Schism]]. As a species, their opinions may be split. It's possible some Grunts may have remained loyal because they simply feared the Brutes more than the Elites, however. Most likely, they followed who ever was leading them at the time of the split. | ||
[[Image:Divine Wind.jpg|thumb|The [[Prophet of Mercy]] talks about activating the Halos and starting the Great Journey.]] | [[Image:Divine Wind.jpg|thumb|The [[Prophet of Mercy]] talks about activating the Halos and starting the Great Journey.]] | ||
The [[Jackals]] are believed to be more like hired mercenaries than true believers, but still remained with the Prophets during the [[Great Schism]]. Their religious beliefs are unknown, but their loyalty to the Prophets who believe unwaveringly is unquestionable. | The [[Jackals]] are believed to be more like hired mercenaries than true believers, but still remained with the Prophets during the [[Great Schism]]. Their religious beliefs are unknown, but their loyalty to the Prophets who believe unwaveringly is unquestionable. | ||