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|name=Major
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|weapons=*[[Plasma Rifle]]
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*[[Brute Shot]]
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*[[Fuel Rod Gun]]
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*[[Brute Spiker]]
*[[Type-25 Brute Shot]]
*[[Particle Beam Rifle]]
*{{Pattern|Kewu R'shi'k|plasma rifle}}
*[[Mauler]]
*[[Type-25 plasma rifle]]
*[[Gravity Hammer]]
*[[Paegaas Workshop Spiker]]
|equipment=*[[Deployable Cover]]
*{{Pattern|Pez'tk|fuel rod gun}}
*[[Spike Grenade]]
*[[Type-33 Needler]]
|vehicles=*[[Type-25 Assault Gun Carriage|Wraith]]
*[[Type-50 concussion rifle]]
*[[Banshee]]
*[[Type-51 plasma repeater]]
*[[Prowler]]
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*[[Chopper]]
*[[Type-52 Mauler]]
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*[[Type-2 spike grenade]]
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**[[Jiralhanae power armor]]{{Ref/Game|Id=H3|H3}}
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***[[Energy shielding]]{{Ref/Game|Id=ODST|ODST}}
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The '''Jiralhanae Major''' is an elevated [[rank]] in the [[Jiralhanae]] military ranking system, indicating seasoned experience in the service of the [[Covenant]].<ref>'''[[Halo 3]]''', ''service record''</ref>


'''Jiralhanae Major''' is an elevated [[rank]] for [[Jiralhanae]] of the [[Covenant]].<ref>''[[Halo 3]]'' Service Record</ref>
==Overview==
Majors are experienced soldiers of the Covenant, making up a portion of the [[Jiralhanae]] ranking system. Majors often lead [[file]]s and [[lance]]s of lower-ranking Jiralhanae and [[Unggoy]] on the battlefield.


==Description==
Compared with the Minors, the Majors exhibit better combat skills and tactical maneuvers. As such, they are given better armor protection and have access to better armament. During the [[Great Schism]], they were given better armor and weapons.{{Ref/Reuse|HE145}}
[[Jiralhanae]] Majors are stronger, more intelligent, and experienced than the lower-ranking Minors. As a result, they have been granted greater combat and command privileges, along with better weapons and armor, such as improved full-body [[Jiralhanae power armor]]. Prior to the [[Great Schism]] and more particularly those Jiralhanae contingents that were forbidden power armor or who declined to use it, at least one other armor configuration existed.


Those serving under the [[Chieftain of the Jiralhanae|Chieftain]] Tartarus wore an armor set composed of a forward facing helmet, a wrapparound neck brace, and upper-arm braces with flat, pronged armor plates. This set was completed with a set of bandoliers wrapping around the chest and back, and leather wrappings holding pieces of metal between the toes. This configuration was also shared with the [[Jiralhanae Captains]] who served with them, which held a red holographic flag displaying the clan insignia mounted on the back.
==Equipment==
===Armor===
Those serving under the Chieftain [[Tartarus]] wore an armor set composed of a forward facing helmet, a wraparound neck brace, and upper-arm braces with flat, pronged armor plates. This set was completed with a set of bandoliers wrapping around the chest and back, and leather wrappings holding pieces of metal between the toes. This configuration was also shared with the [[Jiralhanae Captain]]s who served with them, which held a red holographic flag displaying the clan insignia mounted on the back.


==Combat==
When the Jiralhanae became the dominant military force of the Covenant during the events of the [[Great Schism]], Majors were given blue-colored full-body [[Infantry power armor|infantry]] [[Jiralhanae power armor|power armor]]. The armor donned by the Majors is still basic and only offers limited protection, but it's still superior compared to the armor worn by [[Jiralhanae Minor]]s.{{Ref/Book|Id=HE145|Enc11|Page=145}}
These Brutes are typically seen sporting [[Brute Spiker]]s and [[Covenant Carbine]]s. They are usually seen commanding less experienced Jiralhanae, [[Unggoy]], and [[Kig-yar]]. They are way more aggressive when they start to berserk. It is best to try and kill them using a [[Carbine]], [[Battle Rifle]], [[Energy Sword]], [[M6G Magnum]], [[Sniper Rifle]], or their own [[weapon]]: the Brute Shot. Like all Jiralhanae, they are vulnerable to head shots and may be killed by assassination. It is wise to kill the Major first in order to eliminate the enemy with the most potential to kill you.


==Halo 3==
===Weaponry===
{{Main|Halo 3}}
Jiralhanae Majors are armed with a large assortment of weapons, including [[Jovokada Workshop spike grenade]]s, [[Paegaas Workshop Spiker]]s, {{Pattern|Kewu R'shi'k|plasma rifle}}s,{{Ref/Game|Id=H2|H2|gameplay}} {{Pattern|Pez'tk|fuel rod gun}}s, [[Type-25 Brute Shot]]s, {{Pattern|Vostu|carbine}}s, {{Pattern|Mosa|carbine}}s, and [[Ukala Workshop Mauler]]s.{{Ref/Reuse|HE145}} Majors are also equipped with [[deployable cover]] for additional cover.{{Ref/Game|H3|gameplay}}
The Jiralhanae Majors, in ''[[Halo 3]]'', like the [[Jump Pack Brutes]], are clad and ordained in blue [[power armor]] and are the counterparts to [[Sangheili Major]]s. They have armor, that looks similar to a [[Jiralhanae Minor]]s', despite a few differences, such as the presence of shoulder, knee pads, and bands on their thighs, which hold a [[Brute Spiker]] and blue armor.


The Plasma Pistol and Plasma Rifle are great for destroying the Major's armor. Once their armor has been taken down, a headshot from an M6G, Battle Rifle, Carbine, or [[Sniper Rifle]] will be enough to take them down. A different tactic is [[melee]]ing them. However, they are extremely strong, especially on [[Legendary]], so this can be risky, especially if he has pack-brothers with him. Killing a Major Brute will normally cause nearby [[Grunt]]s to flee.
== Gameplay ==
Like all Jiralhanae in ''Halo 2'', eliminating a Jiralhanae Major takes a considerable amount of firepower due to their "bullet-sponge" trait. The best way to eliminate them is by removing their helmet caps with a couple of shots before finishing them off with a [[headshot]]. The Majors are typically seen sporting [[Kewu R'shi'k-pattern plasma rifle|Brute plasma rifle]]s and [[Vostu-pattern carbine|Covenant carbine]]s. Occasionally, they'll wield [[Type-25 Brute shot|Brute shot]]s.
 
They are usually seen commanding less experienced Jiralhanae, [[Unggoy]], and [[Kig-Yar]]. They become very aggressive, more so than the Minors, when they start to berserk.
 
In ''[[Halo 3]]'', Jiralhanae Majors are now equipped with power armor, colored in blue. Compared to the Minors, the armor given to Majors are equipped with some form of energy shielding. The armor falls apart when the shielding is removed and the armor takes too much damage. They typically use Spikers, and occasionally use carbines, Brute shots, and plasma rifles.


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*In ''Halo 3'' the Major is difficult to distinguish against the [[Jiralhanae Ultra]], due to a similarity in their armor characteristics; its shape and the undergarment layer. However an Ultra can be identified from the violet tint in their armor.
In ''Halo 3'' the Major is difficult to distinguish against the [[Jiralhanae Ultra]], due to a similarity in their armor characteristics; its shape and the undergarment layer. However an Ultra can be identified from the violet tint in their armor.
*In the pre-release ''[[Halo: Reach]]'' images on Bungie.net, a [[Jiralhanae Captain]] was incorrectly captioned as a Major.{{Ref/Site|URL=https://halo.bungie.net/projects/reach/images.aspx?c=53|Site=Bungie.net|Page=Halo: Reach - Images - Renders|D=10|M=5|Y=2013}}


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:Halo2-BruteMinorRender-transparent.png|In ''Halo 2'', instead of color, the armor itself signified rank, as a blue variation also existed.
File:Halo2-BruteMajor-Render.png|In ''Halo 2'', instead of color, the armor itself signified rank, as a blue variation also existed.
File:H2V Brute.png|A Brute Major in ''Halo 2 Vista''.
File:H2-BruteMinor-Unarmed.png|A Jiralhanae Major in ''Halo 2''.
File:1217437610 Brute Minor.jpg|A Brute Major from ''[[Halo 3]]''.
File:H2V Brute.png|A Jiralhanae Major in ''Halo 2 Vista''.
File:1217437610 Brute Minor.jpg|A Jiralhanae Major from ''[[Halo 3]]''.
File:H3 Brute Major Firing Spiker.png|A Jiralhanae Major firing his [[Paegaas Workshop Spiker|Spiker]] during the [[Battle of Kenya]] in ''Halo 3''.
File:HTMCC-H3 Spiker&Carbine.png|A Jiralhanae Major fighting alongside a Minor in ''Halo 3''.
File:H3 Ark Brute Major.jpg|A Jiralhanae Major on the [[Installation 00|Ark]] in ''Halo 3''.
File:H3ODST Brute Major.png|A Jiralhanae Major on the streets of [[New Mombasa]] in ''[[Halo 3: ODST]]''.
File:LastOneStanding-1.jpg|A pair of Jiralhanae Majors attacking with [[Paegaas Workshop Spiker]]s during the [[Battle of Sector Six]] in ''[[Halo: Last One Standing]]''.
File:TR - Sangheili Jiralhanae War.png|Jiralhanae Majors/Ultras engaging [[Sangheili]] during the [[Sangheili-Jiralhanae war]] in ''[[The Return]]''.  
</gallery>
</gallery>


==List of appearances==
==List of appearances==
*''[[Halo 3]]'' {{1st}}
*''[[Halo 2]]'' {{1st}}
*''[[Halo: Landfall]]''
**''[[Halo: Combat]]''
**''[[Halo: Last One Standing]]''
*''[[Halo 3]]''
*''[[Halo: Contact Harvest]]''
*''[[The Life]]''
*''[[Halo 3: ODST]]''
*''[[Halo 3: ODST]]''
*''[[Halo Wars]]''
*''[[Halo: Evolutions]]''
**''[[The Return]]'' {{C|Motion comic only}}
*''[[Halo: Reach]]''
*''[[Halo 2: Anniversary]]''
*''[[Halo Mythos: A Guide to the Story of Halo]]''


==Sources==
==Sources==
<references/>
{{Ref/Sources}}


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{{Jiralhanae Ranks}}
[[Category:Brutes]]
[[Category:Covenant ranks]]
[[Category:Covenant ranks]]

Revision as of 17:01, October 22, 2023

Major
H2V Brute.png

Function:

Ground assault

Species:

Jiralhanae

Affiliation:

Covenant

Other role(s):

Infantry, lance leader

 

The Jiralhanae Major is an elevated rank in the Jiralhanae military ranking system, indicating seasoned experience in the service of the Covenant.[1]

Overview

Majors are experienced soldiers of the Covenant, making up a portion of the Jiralhanae ranking system. Majors often lead files and lances of lower-ranking Jiralhanae and Unggoy on the battlefield.

Compared with the Minors, the Majors exhibit better combat skills and tactical maneuvers. As such, they are given better armor protection and have access to better armament. During the Great Schism, they were given better armor and weapons.[2]

Equipment

Armor

Those serving under the Chieftain Tartarus wore an armor set composed of a forward facing helmet, a wraparound neck brace, and upper-arm braces with flat, pronged armor plates. This set was completed with a set of bandoliers wrapping around the chest and back, and leather wrappings holding pieces of metal between the toes. This configuration was also shared with the Jiralhanae Captains who served with them, which held a red holographic flag displaying the clan insignia mounted on the back.

When the Jiralhanae became the dominant military force of the Covenant during the events of the Great Schism, Majors were given blue-colored full-body infantry power armor. The armor donned by the Majors is still basic and only offers limited protection, but it's still superior compared to the armor worn by Jiralhanae Minors.[2]

Weaponry

Jiralhanae Majors are armed with a large assortment of weapons, including Jovokada Workshop spike grenades, Paegaas Workshop Spikers, Kewu R'shi'k-pattern plasma rifles,[3] Pez'tk-pattern fuel rod guns, Type-25 Brute Shots, Vostu-pattern carbines, Mosa-pattern carbines, and Ukala Workshop Maulers.[2] Majors are also equipped with deployable cover for additional cover.[4]

Gameplay

Like all Jiralhanae in Halo 2, eliminating a Jiralhanae Major takes a considerable amount of firepower due to their "bullet-sponge" trait. The best way to eliminate them is by removing their helmet caps with a couple of shots before finishing them off with a headshot. The Majors are typically seen sporting Brute plasma rifles and Covenant carbines. Occasionally, they'll wield Brute shots.

They are usually seen commanding less experienced Jiralhanae, Unggoy, and Kig-Yar. They become very aggressive, more so than the Minors, when they start to berserk.

In Halo 3, Jiralhanae Majors are now equipped with power armor, colored in blue. Compared to the Minors, the armor given to Majors are equipped with some form of energy shielding. The armor falls apart when the shielding is removed and the armor takes too much damage. They typically use Spikers, and occasionally use carbines, Brute shots, and plasma rifles.

Trivia

In Halo 3 the Major is difficult to distinguish against the Jiralhanae Ultra, due to a similarity in their armor characteristics; its shape and the undergarment layer. However an Ultra can be identified from the violet tint in their armor.

Gallery

List of appearances

Sources

  1. ^ Halo 3, service record
  2. ^ a b c Halo Encyclopedia (2011 edition), page 145
  3. ^ Halo 2, gameplay
  4. ^ Halo 3, gameplay
  5. ^ Bungie.net, Halo: Reach - Images - Renders (Retrieved on May 10, 2013) [archive]

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