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{{Outdated|[[Halo Waypoint]]'s Canon Fodder Encyclopedia Extravaganza article}}
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{{Unit infobox
|name = Minor
|variant=Cov
|species = [[Sangheili]]
|name=Minor
|weapons = *[[Type-25 Directed Energy Rifle|Plasma Rifle]]
|image=[[File:H2A Sangheili-Minor.png|250px]]
*[[Type-33 Guided Munitions Launcher|Needler]]
|species=[[Sangheili]]
*[[Type-51 Carbine|Covenant Carbine]]
|affiliation=*[[Covenant]] <br>
*[[Type-31 Rifle|Needle Rifle]]
*[[Covenant separatists]]
*[[Type-50 Sniper Rifle System|Beam Rifle]]
**[[Joyous Exultation Covenant]]
*[[Type-33 Light Anti-Armor Weapon|Fuel Rod Gun]]
*[[Covenant remnants]]
*[[Type-1 Energy Weapon/Sword|Energy Sword]]
**[[Swords of Sanghelios]]
*[[Type-25 Directed Energy Pistol|Plasma Pistol]]
**[[Merg Vol's Covenant]]
*Any [[weapon]] given in [[Campaign]]
**[[Jul 'Mdama's Covenant]]
|equipment = *[[Sangheili Personal Energy Shield]]
**[[Sali 'Nyon's Covenant]]
*[[Type-1 Antipersonnel Grenade|Plasma Grenade]]
|branch=
|vehicles = *[[Type-32 Rapid Assault Vehicle|Ghost]]
|mission=*Ground assault/infantry
*[[Shadow]]
*[[Type-26 Ground Support Aircraft|Banshee]]
*[[Spectre]]
*[[Type-25 Assault Gun Carriage|Wraith]]
*[[Type-47 Ultra Heavy Assault Platform|Scarab]]
|missions = *Ground assault
*Defense
*Defense
|role = *Pilots
|equipment=*[[Combat harness|Sangheili combat harness]]
*Standard infantry
*[[Sangheili personal energy shield]]
*[[Lance]] leaders
|notable=[[Ado 'Mortumee]]
|notable = *[[Ado 'Mortumee]]
<br>[[Bako 'Ikaporamee]]
*[[Bako 'Ikaporamee]]
<br>[[Uruo 'Losonaee]]
*[[Uruo 'Losonaee]]
|affiliation = [[Covenant Empire]], later [[Covenant Separatists]]
}}
}}
{{Quote|All who walk the blessed path will find salvation...even in death.|Sangheili Minor's mantra.}}
{{Quote|All who walk the blessed path will find salvation...even in death.|Sangheili Minor's mantra.}}
'''Minor''' is a [[Sangheili]] rank used by the [[Covenant Empire|Covenant]] and later by the [[Covenant Separatists]]. It is the lowest military rank a Sangheili can obtain.
The '''Sangheili Minor''', also known as '''Lower-Chosen''',{{Ref/Site|Id=CF159|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/canon-fodder-coming-of-age|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Canon Fodder - Coming of Age|D=13|M=11|Y=2024}} is the lowest [[Covenant military|military rank]] a [[Sangheili]] can obtain. The Minor's rank seems roughly equivalent to a [[UNSC Marine Corps|UNSC Marine]] [[sergeant]].{{Ref/Reuse|ENC}}


==Background==
== Background ==
Sangheili Minors are logically, physically, and pragmatically the least-experienced warriors of their race; however, they are still skilled in combat. They are somewhat weaker than their crimson-armored [[Major Domo Sangheili|Major Domo]] superiors. Being the lowest ranked in the Sangheili military hierarchy, they possess [[energy shielding]] that is weaker than any other Sangheili, (besides that of [[Stealth Sangheili|stealth units]]), and is also inferior to the shielding of [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor|MJOLNIR armor]]. Minors are seen making frequent tactical mistakes in battle, even occasionally hitting an [[Unggoy]] with a missed melee attack. They are still dangerous in their own right, especially when leading members of the lower castes in battle.
Sangheili Minors are logically, physically, and pragmatically the least-experienced warriors of their race; however, they are still skilled in combat. They are somewhat weaker than their crimson-armored [[Sangheili Major|Major]] superiors and occasionally will perform unwise tactical mistakes, such as standing in an ally's line of fire, or taking long pauses to roar at their enemy before attacking. Being the lowest ranked in the Sangheili military hierarchy, they possess [[energy shielding]] that is weaker than any other Sangheili, (besides that of [[Stealth Sangheili|stealth units]]), and is also inferior to the shielding of [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor|MJOLNIR armor]].


The Minor's rank seems roughly equivalent to a [[UNSC Marine Corps|UNSC Marine]] [[sergeant]], compared to an Elite Major being equivalent to a [[lieutenant]] and an [[Unggoy Major|Unggoy]] or [[Kig-yar Major]] being equivalent to a [[corporal]]. Minors often lead [[lance]]s of Unggoy and/or Kig-yar into battle. If the Minor leading the lance is killed, their subordinates will often flee. Sangheili Minors who are neither promoted nor killed during their first campaign typically commit suicide to retain their honor.<ref>''[[Halo Encyclopedia]]'', page 127</ref>
Although the lowest and most common of the Sangheili ranks, the Sangheili Minor's threat is not to be underestimated. Most Sangheili in this class can still easily overpower a [[human]]. Known primarily by their iconic blue armor, Minors who show leadership initiative are usually deployed in small strike [[lance]]s or in leadership roles above [[Unggoy]] and [[Kig-Yar]] squads, while those Minors who exhibit more bravery than skill will instead report to a Sangheili Major or Officer.<ref>[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/community-update-summer-red-summer-blue '''Halo Waypoint''' - ''Summer Red, Summer Blue'']</ref> If the Minor leading the lance is killed, their subordinates will often flee. Minors who are neither promoted nor killed during their first campaign typically commit suicide to retain their honor.<ref name="ENC">'''[[Halo Encyclopedia (2009 edition)]]''', ''page 127''</ref><ref>[https://twitter.com/GrimBrotherOne/status/1306662615251181568 Jeff Easterling on Twitter]</ref>
{{Ref/Note|While this information is cited in the Halo Encyclopedia: The Definitive Guide to the Halo Universe, page 127, no later source has acknowledged it, [https://twitter.com/GrimBrotherOne/status/1306662615251181568 with 343 Industries' Jeff Easterling acknowledging it to be a piece of trivia the studio hasn't leaned into], indicating the practice may not be considered concrete canon.}}


==Combat==
Following the [[Human-Covenant War]], the rank of Minor continued to be used in [[Merg Vol's Covenant]]. Many Sangheili of this rank fought on behalf of the group during the [[Battle of Draetheus V]] in [[2554]].<ref>''[[Halo: Spartan Assault]]''</ref> While [[Jul 'Mdama's Covenant]] use [[Sangheili Storm]] in place of Minors during most battles, the rank has seen use at least [[Battle of Installation 03|once]] by the group.<ref name="opa">'''[[Halo: Spartan Strike]]''</ref>
Minor are the most commonly seen in ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]'' and ''[[Halo 2]]'' on the [[Easy]] and [[Normal]] difficulties. On [[Legendary]] and [[Heroic]], almost none are present. In ''[[Halo 3]]'', the only level Minor domos appear in is [[The Covenant]]. Minors are usually found leading lances of Unggoy, but they themselves will likely be led by a Major Domo Sangheili.


Their armor's [[energy shielding]] is weak compared to that of higher-ranking Sangheili. They often make tactical errors such as standing in the way of an ally's fire, or rushing forward into enemy fire. They will seek less cover, often standing in one spot to fire and strafe less often than their superiors. When they are seriously injured or unshielded, they will also go "berserk", yelling a war cry and attempting to melee attack their opponent to death. They also fire in shorter bursts, and have somewhat less accuracy and lower rate of fire. Still, one should not underestimate an Elite of any rank, especially on the Heroic and Legendary difficulty settings.
== Appearance ==
Sangheili Minors wear distinctive cobalt-colored [[combat harness]]es in ''Halo: Combat Evolved''. In ''Combat Evolved'', there are two differently shaped variations of the helmet. The more basic helmet features fins on the sides and rear. The secondary helmet from ''Combat Evolved'' is more curved toward the back.


Minors usually wield [[Type-25 Directed Energy Rifle|plasma rifles]], occasionally [[dual wielding]] them. Most of the time, Minor Elites will not carry weaponry as powerful as a higher-ranking Elite would. Another common weapon they use is the [[Type-33 Guided Munitions Launcher|needler]], though not as often as the plasma rifle. They also very rarely have [[Type-25 Directed Energy Pistol|plasma pistols]] (most notably the two dual wielding plasma pistols at the beginning of [[Cairo Station (Level)|Cairo Station]]). They sometimes use [[Type-51 Carbine|Covenant carbines]], but this, along with the usage of the plasma pistol, is fairly rare. Sangheili Minors are strictly forbidden from wielding [[Type-1 Energy Weapon/Sword|energy swords]] unless they are of [[aristocrat]]ic lineage.<ref>''[[Halo 2]]'' Limited Collectors Edition Manual</ref>. Only a more seasoned warrior, such as an [[Sangheili Ultra|Ultra]], [[Sangheili Honor Guardsman|Honor Guardsman]], or [[Sangheili Zealot|Zealot]], is allowed to use this holy weapon. Despite this, the player is able to give Minor Elites energy swords on the levels [[Uprising (Level)|Uprising]] and [[The Great Journey]] on ''Halo 2'', perhaps suggesting that they can use the weapon on a superior's orders. It is possible to encounter sword-wielding Minors on [[Easy]] on the levels [[Delta Halo (Level)|Delta Halo]] and [[Regret (Level)|Regret]] in ''Halo 2''.
The color scheme of Minors' armor was changed to sky blue in ''Halo 2'' and featured two shades of blue in ''Halo 3''. The Sangheili's armor in ''Halo 3'' was also more detailed, featuring [[Forerunner glyphs]] on the armor and a design with many armor seams and sharper angles, creating a more technologically advanced, alien look. In ''Halo: Reach'' and ''Halo Wars'' the design of the harness is more akin to the design in ''Combat Evolved'', having the armor be shinier and curved, simpler, and with a smaller helmet, creating a more combat orientated look.


The best weapons to use against a Minor Elite in ''Halo: Combat Evolved'' are the [[M6D Personal Defense Weapon System|pistol]], the [[SRS99C-S2 AM Sniper Rifle|sniper rifle]], and the [[M90 Close Assault Weapon System|shotgun]]. On the Normal difficulty, it takes six headshots to kill a Minor Elite with the pistol. The sniper rifle can kill a Minor Elite with a single headshot, and the shotgun can kill one to two with a single point-blank blast. Another easy way to kill a Minor Elite is with sustained fire from an automatic weapon, such as the plasma rifle or [[MA5B Individual Combat Weapon System|assault rifle]], followed by melee attacks. Firing [[List of "Seven" references in Halo|seven]] consecutive needles from a needler is also almost always fatal to the usually stationary Minors.
==In-game information==
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Minor are the most commonly seen in ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]'', ''[[Halo 2]]'' and  ''[[Halo: Reach]]'' on the [[Easy]] and [[Normal]] difficulties. On [[Legendary]] and [[Heroic]], almost none are present. In ''[[Halo 3]]'', the only level Minors appear in is [[The Covenant (level)|The Covenant]]. Sangheili Minors are usually found leading lances of Unggoy, but they themselves will likely be led by a Sangheili Major.


The easiest way to kill a Minor domo Elite in ''Halo 2'' is with the plasma pistol in conjunction with the [[BR55 Battle Rifle|battle rifle]], Covenant carbine, or [[M6C Personal Defense Weapon System|magnum]]. The technique of draining the Elite's shields with the plasma pistol and scoring a headshot is known as the "[[Noob Combo]]". Depleting the Minor's shields with a plasma weapon and then attacking with an [[M7/Caseless Submachine Gun|SMG]] is also quite potent. The sniper rifle is just as effective as in ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]'', taking a single headshot to kill one; this applies to the [[Type-50 Sniper Rifle System|beam rifle]] as well. One beam rifle shot on Heroic still kills them, although it takes two on Legendary difficulty. The energy sword, shotgun, SMG/plasma rifle combination and dual magnums are also very effective in close-quarters combat. Four bursts from the battle rifle to the head on Easy difficulty, and five to six on Normal, can easily dispose of a Minor domo Elite. They are also not very agile and thus easy to stick with [[Type-1 Antipersonnel Grenade|plasma grenades]]. When in close quarters, it is relatively easy to force any Elite to charge and attempt to [[melee]] the player. Before the Elite makes a melee attack, it is easy to sidestep, shoot it with a shotgun, or jump over this attack and melee the Elite's back for an instant kill. This tactic is helpful on Legendary difficulty when facing single Elites.
Their armor's energy shielding is weak compared with that of higher-ranking Sangheili. Showing off at least some sign of intelligence despite their inexperience, Minor Sangheili are '' capable'' of hiding when their shields are lowered and will attempt to attack anyone foolish enough to enter into close combat with them with their weapon. They often make tactical errors such as standing in the way of an ally's fire, rushing forward into enemy fire and forgetting to take cover which leads to a lot of deaths (even at the hands of a UNSC Marine). They will seek less cover, often standing in one spot to fire and strafe less often than their superiors. When they are seriously injured or unshielded, they will also go "berserk", yelling a war cry and attempting to melee their opponent to death. They also fire in shorter bursts, and have somewhat less accuracy and lower rate of fire. Still, one should not underestimate them, especially on the Heroic and Legendary difficulty settings.


Occasionally Minors are seen driving [[Type-32 Rapid Assault Vehicle|Ghosts]]. Minors can also be seen driving human vehicles in ''Halo 3'', and rarely in ''Halo 2''. Showing off considerable intelligence despite their inexperience, Minor Elites will hide when their shields are lowered and will attempt to attack anyone foolish enough to enter into close combat with them with their weapon. However, as they are not a very high Elite rank, they carry standard weaponry, such as plasma rifles and needlers, and often have plasma grenades, but these are rarely used.
Minors usually wield [[Okarda'phaa-pattern plasma rifle|plasma rifle]]s, occasionally [[dual wielding]] them. Most of the time, Minors will not carry weaponry as powerful as a higher-ranking Sangheili. Occasionally, Minors may also wield [[Type-1 energy sword|energy sword]]s; whereas Sangheili who do not hold the title of [[aristocrat]] are not permitted to wield swords outside the battlefield,<ref>'''[[Halo 2]]''', ''Limited Collectors Edition Manual''</ref> this policy does not apply in the military.<ref>'''[[Halo: The Essential Visual Guide]]''', ''page 63''</ref>


When stuck by a plasma grenade on the lower difficulties, they will tend to panic, drop their weapon, and simply stand in one spot. However, on Heroic and Legendary, they will attempt to charge at the person who threw the grenade in order to take their enemy out with them. This tendency to panic can be used to the player's advantage, allowing the plasma grenade to not only kill the Elite, but also any other Covenant units accompanying the Elite. Also on higher difficulties, Elites can dodge and roll out of the way of grenades if they can see them.
==Gallery==
{{Linkbox|gallery=yes|gallerypage=Images of Sangheili Minors}}
===Artwork and illustrations===
<gallery>
File:Escalation schism.png|A Sangheili Minor battling a [[Jiralhanae Captain Major]] during the [[Sangheili-Jiralhanae war]] in ''[[Halo: Escalation]]''.
File:Jul Minor2.png|A Sangheili Minor serving in [[Jul 'Mdama]]'s [[Jul 'Mdama's Covenant|Covenant]] in ''Halo: Escalation''.
File:Hroa4 Volir.png|[[Let 'Volir]] accompanied by Sangheili Minors in ''[[Halo: Rise of Atriox]]''.
File:HCD2-innies.png|Sangheili Minors taking fire from [[insurrectionist]]s in ''[[Halo: Collateral Damage]]''.
</gallery>


On higher difficulties, when they have their shields down and are seeking cover, they sometimes let the player rush their hiding spot and land a killing blow if the player follows them to behind their cover. This should not be attempted without thinking, though, since the player could fall prey to [[Kig-yar Sniper|Jackal snipers]] or other nearby Covenant allies.
===''Halo: Combat Evolved''===
<gallery>
File:HCE EliteEarlyNeedler Screenshot.jpg|A Sangheili Minor wielding a needler in an early build of ''Halo: Combat Evolved''.
File:Blue Elite.png|A Sangheili Minor with its weapon raised.
File:HCE Elite Minor.png|A Sangheili Minor standing guard.
File:MinorElite4.jpg|Two Sangheili Minors guard the [[Silent Cartographer]]'s security control room on Installation 04.
File:Elites.jpg|Two Sangheili Minors accompanying a [[Sangheili Zealot|Zealot]] on one of the many bridges in the vicinity of [[Installation 04]]'s [[Control Room (Installation 04)|control room]].
</gallery>


Minors in Halo: Reach have stronger shields, which can take 2 sniper bullets to lower on Heroic. This makes them more resistant to snipers than the Majors were in Halo: Combat Evolved. However, Majors in Reach have further increased shields.
===''Halo 2''===
<gallery>
File:Halo2-MinorElite.png|A pre-release cutout of a Sangheili Minor with a {{Pattern|Vostu|carbine}}.
File:H2V Elite Minor.png|A Sangheili Minor in [[Halo 2 (Windows Vista)|''Halo 2'' for Windows Vista]].
File:H2 OXM EliteMoody.jpg|A pre-release image of a Sangheili Minor and two Kig-Yar Minors.
File:H2-EliteMinors.jpg|A pre-release image of two Sangheili Minors.
File:H2-EliteMinor-Alt.png|A Sangheili Minor taking cover behind a crate onboard ''[[Cairo Station]]''.
File:H2-EliteMinor.png|A Sangheili Minor on the surface of [[Installation 05]].
</gallery>


==Physical Appearance==
===''Halo 3''===
Sangheili Minors wear distinctive cobalt-colored [[Sangheili Combat Harness|combat harnesses]] in ''Halo: Combat Evolved''. In ''Combat Evolved'', there are two differently shaped variations of the helmet. The more basic helmet features fins on the sides and rear. The secondary helmet from ''Combat Evolved'' is more curved toward the back. Their armor is sky blue in ''Halo 2''. In ''[[Halo 3]]'', Minors wear armor that is one of two shades of blue. In ''[[Halo: Reach]]'', the color of Minors' armor most closely resembles its ''Halo 3'' incarnation, though the armor itself looks like its ''Combat Evolved'' iteration. Elites in purple armor have been described in the novels, presumably referring to Minor Elites. In ''[[Halo PC]]'''s [[PC Safe Mode|safe mode]], their armor will appear purple.
<gallery>
File:Halo3-SangheiliMinor-Concept-crop.png|Concept art of the Sangheili Minor.
File:Sangheili Minor 01.png|Cutout of a Sangheili Minor.
File:Vadum on the Shadow of Intent.jpg|Two Sangheili Minors standing guard behind [[Rtas 'Vadum]] onboard the ''[[Shadow of Intent]]''.
File:Ascetic Minor.jpg|Close-up of a Sangheili Minor.
File:2973083-Medium.jpg|A pair of Sangheili Minors securing the doorway leading into the interior of a [[barrier tower]].
File:HTMCC-H3 SangheiliMinors.png|Two Sangheili Minors with different weapons.
</gallery>


==Known Sangheili Minors==
===''Halo: Reach''===
*[[Ado 'Mortumee]]
<gallery>
*[[Bako 'Ikaporamee]]
File:HR_EliteMinor_Concept_1.png|Concept art of a Minor for showing some planned anatomical features.
*[[Uruo 'Losonaee]]
File:HR_EliteMinor_Concept_2.jpg|A Sangheili Minor neutralizing a [[UNSC Army|UNSC Army trooper]].
File:HR_EliteMinor_Concept_3.jpg|Concept art for a Sangheili Minor.
File:HR_EliteMinor_Concept_4.jpg|Another concept of a Minor's harness for ''Halo: Reach''.
File:HR_EliteMinor_Concept_5.png|Concept art of a [[Combat harness|Sangheili combat harness]].
File:HR_EliteMinor_Concept_6.png|Concept art of a Sangheili Minor.
File:Elite minor render.png|Cutout of a Sangheili Minor.
File:HR SpireAssault1.jpg|[[SPARTAN-B312]] firing at a Sangheili Minor.
File:Elite Turret.jpg|A Sangheili Minor manning an [[M247H machine gun]].
File:HR Elite Minor Needler.jpg|Two Sangheili Minor, each wielding a [[Nahle'hax-pattern needler]], next to a Sangheili Ultra.
</gallery>


==Gallery==
===''Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary''===
<gallery widths="120" orientation="portrait" captionalign="left">
<gallery>
File:N'tho 'Sraom.jpg|A Minor Sangheili.
File:HCEA Elite Concept.jpg|Concept art of a Sangheili Minor with an energy sword.
File:ReachConcept EliteMinor.png|Concept art for a Minor Elite in ''[[Halo: Reach]]''.
File:HCEA Elite Minor.png|A Sangheili Minor displayed [[Library (Anniversary feature)|Library]] feature.
File:elite.jpg|''[[Halo 2]]'''s Sangheili Minors can be crack shots with Covenant carbines.
File:HCEA-SangheiliShieldsFlicker.jpg|A Sangheili Minor's energy shields flaring.
File:MinorElite1.jpg|A Minor on [[Installation 04]].
File:HCEA CoviesAttackingCrewmen.png|A Sangheili Minor leading Unggoy against two crewmen.
File:Elites.jpg|Two Minor Elites accompanying a [[Sangheili Zealot|Zealot]]. Minor Elites are often assigned to protect Elites of higher rank.
File:HCEA TruthAndReconciliation Elite.png|A Sangheili Minor onboard the ''[[Truth and Reconciliation]]''.
File:MinorElite4.jpg|Two Minor Elites guard the [[Silent Cartographer]]'s security control room on Installation 04.
</gallery>
File:1239386051-Profile small.jpg|A Minor with a plasma rifle.
 
File:Sangminor.JPG|A Sangheili Minor as it appears on the Elite multiplayer selection screen in ''Halo: Reach''.
===''Halo 2: Anniversary''===
<gallery>
File:HTMCC-H2A ElitesDualPlasmaPistol.png|Two Sangheili Minor dual wielding plasma pistols.
File:H2A Minor.png|A Sangheili Minor aboard ''[[Cairo Station (station)|Cairo Station]]''.
File:H2A-SangheiliMinor.jpg|Another Sangheili Minor aboard ''Cairo Station''.
File:H2AMinor.png|Close-up of a Sangheili Minor.
File:H2A-Photobombing Minor.png|A Sangheili Minor on Installation 05.
File:H2AElites.jpg|A Sangheili Minor, with a [[Sangheili Major|Major]], attacking [[John-117]] on Installation 05.
</gallery>
</gallery>


==List of appearances==
==List of appearances==
{{Appearances|Halo: Combat Evolved|Halo 2|Halo 3|Halo 3: ODST|Halo Wars|Halo: Reach|Halo: The Fall of Reach|Halo: The Flood|Halo: Ghosts of Onyx|Halo Legends}}
*''[[Halo: The Fall of Reach]]'' {{1st}}
*''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]''
*''[[Halo: The Flood]]''
*''[[Halo 2]]''
*''[[Halo: Ghosts of Onyx]]''
*''[[Halo 3]]''
*''[[Halo Wars]]''
*''[[Halo 3: ODST]]''
*''[[Halo Legends]]''
**''[[Prototype]]''
**''[[The Package (animated short)|The Package]]''
*''[[Halo: Blood Line]]
*''[[Halo: Reach]]''
*''[[Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary]]''
**''[[Terminal (Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary)|Terminals]]''
*''[[Halo: Spartan Assault]]''
*''[[Halo: Escalation]]''
*''[[Halo 2: Anniversary]]''
*''[[Halo: Spartan Strike]]''
*''[[Halo: Ground Command]]''
*''[[Halo Mythos]]''
*''[[Halo: Fireteam Raven]]''
*''[[Halo: Official Spartan Field Manual]]''
*''[[Halo: Age of Retribution]]''
 
==Notes==
{{Ref/Notes}}


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


==Related Pages==
{{Sangheili Ranks}}
*[[Elites]]
*[[Covenant]]


{{Elite Ranks}}
[[Category:Covenant ranks]]

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This article is about the standard low ranking Sangheili used by the Covenant. For the standard low ranking Sangheili used by the Banished, see Sangheili Mercenary.
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Minor
H2A Sangheili-Minor.png

Function:

  • Ground assault/infantry
  • Defense

Species:

Sangheili

Affiliation:

Notable individuals:

Ado 'Mortumee
Bako 'Ikaporamee
Uruo 'Losonaee

 

"All who walk the blessed path will find salvation...even in death."
— Sangheili Minor's mantra.

The Sangheili Minor, also known as Lower-Chosen,[1] is the lowest military rank a Sangheili can obtain. The Minor's rank seems roughly equivalent to a UNSC Marine sergeant.[2]

Background[edit]

Sangheili Minors are logically, physically, and pragmatically the least-experienced warriors of their race; however, they are still skilled in combat. They are somewhat weaker than their crimson-armored Major superiors and occasionally will perform unwise tactical mistakes, such as standing in an ally's line of fire, or taking long pauses to roar at their enemy before attacking. Being the lowest ranked in the Sangheili military hierarchy, they possess energy shielding that is weaker than any other Sangheili, (besides that of stealth units), and is also inferior to the shielding of MJOLNIR armor.

Although the lowest and most common of the Sangheili ranks, the Sangheili Minor's threat is not to be underestimated. Most Sangheili in this class can still easily overpower a human. Known primarily by their iconic blue armor, Minors who show leadership initiative are usually deployed in small strike lances or in leadership roles above Unggoy and Kig-Yar squads, while those Minors who exhibit more bravery than skill will instead report to a Sangheili Major or Officer.[3] If the Minor leading the lance is killed, their subordinates will often flee. Minors who are neither promoted nor killed during their first campaign typically commit suicide to retain their honor.[2][4] [Note 1]

Following the Human-Covenant War, the rank of Minor continued to be used in Merg Vol's Covenant. Many Sangheili of this rank fought on behalf of the group during the Battle of Draetheus V in 2554.[5] While Jul 'Mdama's Covenant use Sangheili Storm in place of Minors during most battles, the rank has seen use at least once by the group.[6]

Appearance[edit]

Sangheili Minors wear distinctive cobalt-colored combat harnesses in Halo: Combat Evolved. In Combat Evolved, there are two differently shaped variations of the helmet. The more basic helmet features fins on the sides and rear. The secondary helmet from Combat Evolved is more curved toward the back.

The color scheme of Minors' armor was changed to sky blue in Halo 2 and featured two shades of blue in Halo 3. The Sangheili's armor in Halo 3 was also more detailed, featuring Forerunner glyphs on the armor and a design with many armor seams and sharper angles, creating a more technologically advanced, alien look. In Halo: Reach and Halo Wars the design of the harness is more akin to the design in Combat Evolved, having the armor be shinier and curved, simpler, and with a smaller helmet, creating a more combat orientated look.

In-game information[edit]

Main article: Elite (NPC)

Minor are the most commonly seen in Halo: Combat Evolved, Halo 2 and Halo: Reach on the Easy and Normal difficulties. On Legendary and Heroic, almost none are present. In Halo 3, the only level Minors appear in is The Covenant. Sangheili Minors are usually found leading lances of Unggoy, but they themselves will likely be led by a Sangheili Major.

Their armor's energy shielding is weak compared with that of higher-ranking Sangheili. Showing off at least some sign of intelligence despite their inexperience, Minor Sangheili are capable of hiding when their shields are lowered and will attempt to attack anyone foolish enough to enter into close combat with them with their weapon. They often make tactical errors such as standing in the way of an ally's fire, rushing forward into enemy fire and forgetting to take cover which leads to a lot of deaths (even at the hands of a UNSC Marine). They will seek less cover, often standing in one spot to fire and strafe less often than their superiors. When they are seriously injured or unshielded, they will also go "berserk", yelling a war cry and attempting to melee their opponent to death. They also fire in shorter bursts, and have somewhat less accuracy and lower rate of fire. Still, one should not underestimate them, especially on the Heroic and Legendary difficulty settings.

Minors usually wield plasma rifles, occasionally dual wielding them. Most of the time, Minors will not carry weaponry as powerful as a higher-ranking Sangheili. Occasionally, Minors may also wield energy swords; whereas Sangheili who do not hold the title of aristocrat are not permitted to wield swords outside the battlefield,[7] this policy does not apply in the military.[8]

Gallery[edit]

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Artwork and illustrations[edit]

Halo: Combat Evolved[edit]

  • A Sangheili Minor wielding a needler in an early build of Halo: Combat Evolved.

    A Sangheili Minor wielding a needler in an early build of Halo: Combat Evolved.

  • A Sangheili Minor with its weapon raised.

    A Sangheili Minor with its weapon raised.

  • A Sangheili Minor standing guard.

    A Sangheili Minor standing guard.

  • Two Sangheili Minors guard the Silent Cartographer's security control room on Installation 04.

    Two Sangheili Minors guard the Silent Cartographer's security control room on Installation 04.

  • Two Sangheili Minors accompanying a Zealot on one of the many bridges in the vicinity of Installation 04's control room.

    Two Sangheili Minors accompanying a Zealot on one of the many bridges in the vicinity of Installation 04's control room.

Halo 2[edit]

Halo 3[edit]

  • Concept art of the Sangheili Minor.

    Concept art of the Sangheili Minor.

  • Cutout of a Sangheili Minor.

    Cutout of a Sangheili Minor.

  • Two Sangheili Minors standing guard behind Rtas 'Vadum onboard the Shadow of Intent.

    Two Sangheili Minors standing guard behind Rtas 'Vadum onboard the Shadow of Intent.

  • Close-up of a Sangheili Minor.

    Close-up of a Sangheili Minor.

  • A pair of Sangheili Minors securing the doorway leading into the interior of a barrier tower.

    A pair of Sangheili Minors securing the doorway leading into the interior of a barrier tower.

  • Two Sangheili Minors with different weapons.

    Two Sangheili Minors with different weapons.

Halo: Reach[edit]

  • Concept art of a Minor for showing some planned anatomical features.

    Concept art of a Minor for showing some planned anatomical features.

  • A Sangheili Minor neutralizing a UNSC Army trooper.

    A Sangheili Minor neutralizing a UNSC Army trooper.

  • Concept art for a Sangheili Minor.

    Concept art for a Sangheili Minor.

  • Another concept of a Minor's harness for Halo: Reach.

    Another concept of a Minor's harness for Halo: Reach.

  • Concept art of a Sangheili combat harness.

    Concept art of a Sangheili combat harness.

  • Concept art of a Sangheili Minor.

    Concept art of a Sangheili Minor.

  • Cutout of a Sangheili Minor.

    Cutout of a Sangheili Minor.

  • SPARTAN-B312 firing at a Sangheili Minor.

    SPARTAN-B312 firing at a Sangheili Minor.

  • A Sangheili Minor manning an M247H machine gun.

    A Sangheili Minor manning an M247H machine gun.

  • Two Sangheili Minor, each wielding a Nahle'hax-pattern needler, next to a Sangheili Ultra.

    Two Sangheili Minor, each wielding a Nahle'hax-pattern needler, next to a Sangheili Ultra.

Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary[edit]

  • Concept art of a Sangheili Minor with an energy sword.

    Concept art of a Sangheili Minor with an energy sword.

  • A Sangheili Minor displayed Library feature.

    A Sangheili Minor displayed Library feature.

  • A Sangheili Minor's energy shields flaring.

    A Sangheili Minor's energy shields flaring.

  • A Sangheili Minor leading Unggoy against two crewmen.

    A Sangheili Minor leading Unggoy against two crewmen.

  • A Sangheili Minor onboard the Truth and Reconciliation.

    A Sangheili Minor onboard the Truth and Reconciliation.

Halo 2: Anniversary[edit]

  • Two Sangheili Minor dual wielding plasma pistols.

    Two Sangheili Minor dual wielding plasma pistols.

  • A Sangheili Minor aboard Cairo Station.

    A Sangheili Minor aboard Cairo Station.

  • Another Sangheili Minor aboard Cairo Station.

    Another Sangheili Minor aboard Cairo Station.

  • Close-up of a Sangheili Minor.

    Close-up of a Sangheili Minor.

  • A Sangheili Minor on Installation 05.

    A Sangheili Minor on Installation 05.

  • A Sangheili Minor, with a Major, attacking John-117 on Installation 05.

    A Sangheili Minor, with a Major, attacking John-117 on Installation 05.

List of appearances[edit]

Notes[edit]

  1. ^ While this information is cited in the Halo Encyclopedia: The Definitive Guide to the Halo Universe, page 127, no later source has acknowledged it, with 343 Industries' Jeff Easterling acknowledging it to be a piece of trivia the studio hasn't leaned into, indicating the practice may not be considered concrete canon.

Sources[edit]

  1. ^ Halo Waypoint, Canon Fodder - Coming of Age (Retrieved on Nov 13, 2024) [archive]
  2. ^ a b Halo Encyclopedia (2009 edition), page 127
  3. ^ Halo Waypoint - Summer Red, Summer Blue
  4. ^ Jeff Easterling on Twitter
  5. ^ Halo: Spartan Assault
  6. '^ Halo: Spartan Strike
  7. ^ Halo 2, Limited Collectors Edition Manual
  8. ^ Halo: The Essential Visual Guide, page 63

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