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{{Disambig header|a Banished Sangheili rank|other uses|Warlord (disambiguation)}}
{{Disambig header|a Banished Sangheili rank|other uses|Warlord (disambiguation)}}
{{Unit infobox
{{Unit infobox
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|variant=Ban
|name=Warlord
|name=Warlord
|image=[[File:HINF OrdoMal.jpg|300px]]
|image=[[File:HINF SangheiliWarlord.png|300px]]
|species=[[Sangheili]]{{Ref/Reuse|HINF}}
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|branch=[[Legion#Banished|Sangheili mercenary clans]]
|branch=[[Legion#Banished|Sangheili mercenary clans]]
*[[Enduring Conviction|Let 'Volir's clan]]
*[[Enduring Conviction|Let 'Volir's clan]]
*[[Warriors of Malaston]]
*[[Warriors of Malaston]]
*[[Valorguards of the Chosen]]
*[[Valorguards of the Chosen]]
*[[Bloodbrave Guardian of Suban]]
*[[Bloodbrave Guardians of Suban]]
*[[Kaepra's Grief]]
*[[Kaepra's Grief]]
|mission=Commander
*[[Nobles of the Fied's Rising]]
*[[Nwari Wastewalkers]]
|mission=Commander{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}}
|equipment=*[[Sangheili harness]]{{Ref/Reuse|HINF}}
|equipment=*[[Sangheili harness]]{{Ref/Reuse|HINF}}
*[[Sangheili personal energy shield]]{{Ref/Reuse|HINF}}
*[[Sangheili personal energy shield]]{{Ref/Reuse|HINF}}
*[[Active camouflage]]{{Ref/Reuse|HINF}}
*[[Active camouflage]]{{Ref/Reuse|HINF}}
|notable=*[[Chak 'Lok]]
|notable=*[[Chak 'Lok]]
*[[Wraithmaster]] [[Ordo 'Mal]]
*[[Ordo 'Mal]]
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'''Sangheili Warlords'''{{Ref/Site|URL=https://www.megaconstrux.com/en-us/halo/sets/elite-general|SiteName= MEGA Construx |Quote=Designed as they appear in Halo Infinite, this Elite Warlord micro action figure is equipped for battle.}} are high ranking [[Sangheili]] mercenaries in the [[Banished]].{{Ref/Game|Id=HINF|HINF}}
'''Sangheili Warlords''' are high ranking [[Sangheili]] mercenaries in the [[Banished]].{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}}


==Overview==
==Overview==
===Roles and responsibilities===
For the Sangheili serving in the Banished, the position of warlord represents the most significant departure from the old [[Covenant]]'s traditional military structure. While Sangheili warlords typically serve as field commanders and generals in combat, they are described to be similar in role to that of a [[Kaidon]], the lord of a [[Sangheili]] [[keep]].{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} Although a warlord does not necessarily have to be a Kaidon, the few Kaidons willing to join the Banished despite its stigma, such as [[Thav 'Sebarim]],{{Ref/Game|Id=Target02|HINF|[[High Value Target]] dossier, Thav 'Sebarim}} are considered best suited for the position due to their ruling experience. A warlord commands hundreds of [[Sangheili Mercenary|mercenaries]] and [[Sangheili Enforcer|enforcers]] in a unified, holistic manner, and drives them to outperform all others in the Banished.{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}}
===History===
===History===
A number of Sangheili Warlords participated in the [[Installation 07 conflict|war]] for [[Zeta Halo]] where they commanded large numbers of troops, oversaw operations at certain bases, and guarded key [[Forerunner]] facilities. One of the most infamous of these Warlords was [[Chak 'Lok]], [[Escharum]]'s chief interrogator, who brutally tortured [[UNSC]] [[Prisoner of war|POWs]] at his [[Tower]]. On [[2560#May|May 28, 2560]], [[John-117]] stormed the Tower and slew Chak 'Lok, putting an end to the Warlord's reign of terror. As he continued his campaign against the Banished on Zeta Halo, the Master Chief encountered other Sangheili Warlords, such as [[Ordo 'Mal]].
A number of Sangheili Warlords participated in the [[Battle for Zeta Halo]], where they commanded large numbers of troops, oversaw operations at certain bases, and guarded key [[Forerunner]] facilities. One of the most infamous of these Warlords was [[Chak 'Lok]], [[Escharum]]'s chief interrogator, who brutally tortured [[UNSC]] [[Prisoner of war|POWs]] at his [[Tower]]. On [[2560#May|May 28, 2560]], [[John-117]] stormed the Tower and slew Chak 'Lok, putting an end to the Warlord's reign of terror.{{Ref/Quest|HI|Lockdown|The Tower}} As he continued his campaign against the Banished on Zeta Halo, the Master Chief encountered other Sangheili Warlords.{{Ref/Quest|HI|Connections|Conservatory}}{{Ref/Quest|HI|Reformation|Nexus}}{{Ref/Quest|HI|Reckoning|[[The Road (level)|The Road]]}}


==Equipment==
==Equipment==
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While their ornate armors provide both good protection and decent mobility and include extremely powerful [[Sangheili personal energy shield|energy shields]] far superior to standard [[Combat harness|armors]] used by [[Sangheili Mercenary|Sangheili Mercenaries]], it can be also equipped with an [[active camouflage]] generator.{{Ref/Reuse|HINF}}
While their ornate armors provide both good protection and decent mobility and include extremely powerful [[Sangheili personal energy shield|energy shields]] far superior to standard [[Combat harness|armors]] used by [[Sangheili Mercenary|Sangheili Mercenaries]], it can be also equipped with an [[active camouflage]] generator.{{Ref/Reuse|HINF}}


==Gameplay==
==In-game information==
{{expand-section}}
Warlords are usually armed with [[Veporokk Workshop Ravager]]s, though they can swap to their [[energy sword]]s in close combat, especially when they have lost their shields and cloaked themselves in response. Like other Sangheili enemies, Warlords carry [[plasma grenade]]s. Warlords are often seen commanding large groups of low to high ranking [[Unggoy]], [[Kig-yar]], [[Jiralhanae]], and even other lower ranking [[Sangheili]].
Warlords can swap their weapons and draw [[Energy Swords]] and cloak. They are usually armed with [[Ravager]]s. Warlords are often seen commanding large groups of low to high ranking [[Unggoy]], [[Kig-yar]], [[Jiralhanae]] and even other lower ranking [[Sangheili]].


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
{{Linkbox|gallery=yes|gallerypage=Images of Sangheili Warlords}}
===Concept art===
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:HINF-HonorGuard.jpg|Early concept art of the Sangheili Warlord notably similar to the [[Sangheili Honor Guard]].
File:HINF-HonorGuard.jpg|Early concept art of the Sangheili Warlord notably similar to the [[Sangheili Honor Guard]].
File:HINF-Warlordconcepts.jpg|More concepts for the Sangheili Warlord.
File:HINF-Warlordconcepts.jpg|More concepts for the Sangheili Warlord.
File:HINF-Warlordconcept.jpg|Finalized concept art for the Warlord.
File:HINF-Warlordconcept.jpg|Finalized concept art for the Warlord.
HINF_GeneralWarlordComparison.png|A comparison between 2 different Sangheili Warlord harnesses, with the latter including crimson spots through the armor.
</gallery>
===Screenshots===
<gallery>
File:HINF ChakLok.png|Chak 'Lok, a Sangheili Warlord.
HINF_GeneralWarlordComparison.png|A comparison between two Sangheili Warlord harnesses, with Chak 'Lok's harness featuring crimson patterns.
File:HINF Famine Skull.png|A dead Sangheili Warlord. The skull right next to it is the Famine Skull.
File:HINF Famine Skull.png|A dead Sangheili Warlord. The skull right next to it is the Famine Skull.
File:HINF Sangheili Warlord Ravager fire.png|A Sangheili Warlord firing a Ravager.
File:HINF Conservatory Sangheili Warlord.png|A Sangheili Warlord attacks with his energy sword.
File:HINF Road 5 Gatehouse Warlord.png|A Sangheili Warlord with energy shields.
File:HINF Sangheili Warlord closeup.png|Closeup of a Sangheili Warlord.
File:HINF EliteWarlordCloaking.png|A Warlord activating his active camouflage.
File:HINF-BanishedFriends.png|A Sangheili Warlord next to a Sangheili Mercenary in a Banished Phantom on [[Arid]].
File:HINF-ScarrFighties.png|Bassus and another Chieftain fighting player allied Sangheili Warlords in a match of [[Firefight: King of the Hill]] on [[Scarr]].
</gallery>
</gallery>


==List of appearances==
==List of appearances==
*''[[Halo Infinite]]'' {{1st}}
*''[[Halo Infinite]]'' {{1st}}
*''[[Halo: The Rubicon Protocol]]''
*''[[Halo: Battle for the Blood-Moon]]''


==Sources==
==Sources==

Latest revision as of 12:37, July 20, 2024

This article is about a Banished Sangheili rank. For other uses, see Warlord (disambiguation).
Warlord
A Sangheili Warlord at night on Installation 07.

Function:

Commander[1]

Species:

Sangheili[1][2]

Affiliation:

Banished[2]

Branch:

Sangheili mercenary clans

Notable individuals:

 

Sangheili Warlords are high ranking Sangheili mercenaries in the Banished.[1]

Overview[edit]

Roles and responsibilities[edit]

For the Sangheili serving in the Banished, the position of warlord represents the most significant departure from the old Covenant's traditional military structure. While Sangheili warlords typically serve as field commanders and generals in combat, they are described to be similar in role to that of a Kaidon, the lord of a Sangheili keep.[1] Although a warlord does not necessarily have to be a Kaidon, the few Kaidons willing to join the Banished despite its stigma, such as Thav 'Sebarim,[3] are considered best suited for the position due to their ruling experience. A warlord commands hundreds of mercenaries and enforcers in a unified, holistic manner, and drives them to outperform all others in the Banished.[1]

History[edit]

A number of Sangheili Warlords participated in the Battle for Zeta Halo, where they commanded large numbers of troops, oversaw operations at certain bases, and guarded key Forerunner facilities. One of the most infamous of these Warlords was Chak 'Lok, Escharum's chief interrogator, who brutally tortured UNSC POWs at his Tower. On May 28, 2560, John-117 stormed the Tower and slew Chak 'Lok, putting an end to the Warlord's reign of terror.[4] As he continued his campaign against the Banished on Zeta Halo, the Master Chief encountered other Sangheili Warlords.[5][6][7]

Equipment[edit]

Sangheili Warlords wear similar ceremonial resplendent harnesses with ornamental command helmets that are used by Generals. These armors vary from having additionally crimson spots though their harnesses to being entirely colored in gold.[2]

While their ornate armors provide both good protection and decent mobility and include extremely powerful energy shields far superior to standard armors used by Sangheili Mercenaries, it can be also equipped with an active camouflage generator.[2]

In-game information[edit]

Warlords are usually armed with Veporokk Workshop Ravagers, though they can swap to their energy swords in close combat, especially when they have lost their shields and cloaked themselves in response. Like other Sangheili enemies, Warlords carry plasma grenades. Warlords are often seen commanding large groups of low to high ranking Unggoy, Kig-yar, Jiralhanae, and even other lower ranking Sangheili.

Gallery[edit]

Concept art[edit]

Screenshots[edit]

List of appearances[edit]

Sources[edit]

  1. ^ a b c d e Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition), page 429
  2. ^ a b c d Halo Infinite, gameplay
  3. ^ Halo Infinite, High Value Target dossier, Thav 'Sebarim
  4. ^ Halo Infinite, campaign mission Lockdown: The Tower
  5. ^ Halo Infinite, campaign mission Connections: Conservatory
  6. ^ Halo Infinite, campaign mission Reformation: Nexus
  7. ^ Halo Infinite, campaign mission Reckoning: The Road