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An '''Identity Disk''' is carried by every [[Covenant]] [[Elite]] for security purposes. The Identity | An '''Identity Disk''' is carried by every [[Covenant]] [[Elite]] for security purposes. The Identity Disk is a small diskette that is meant to be read on a handheld reader. It contains information on its holder, name, rank, etc.<ref name="zam">[[Halo: The Flood]], page 93</ref> It is similar to the concept of the [[Dog Tag]] widely in use by the [[UNSC Marine Corps]]. | ||
These are not often used, except when utmost formality is at hand, such as when an Elite wishes to meet with [[Prophets]] or other members of the [[High Council]]. In this case, they are also used in coordination with the [[DNA slot]] machines, to ensure the safety of the Prophets and | These are not often used, except when utmost formality is at hand, such as when an Elite wishes to meet with [[Prophets]] or other members of the [[High Council]]. In this case, they are also used in coordination with the [[DNA slot]] machines, to ensure the safety of the Prophets and Council members.<ref name="zam"/> | ||
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Template:Ratings An Identity Disk is carried by every Covenant Elite for security purposes. The Identity Disk is a small diskette that is meant to be read on a handheld reader. It contains information on its holder, name, rank, etc.[1] It is similar to the concept of the Dog Tag widely in use by the UNSC Marine Corps.
These are not often used, except when utmost formality is at hand, such as when an Elite wishes to meet with Prophets or other members of the High Council. In this case, they are also used in coordination with the DNA slot machines, to ensure the safety of the Prophets and Council members.[1]
Sources
- ^ a b Halo: The Flood, page 93
