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*[[Type-1 Antipersonnel Grenade|Plasma Grenade]]
*[[Covenant remnants]]
*[[Type-25 Directed Energy Rifle|Plasma Rifle]]
**[[Swords of Sanghelios]]{{citation needed}}
*[[Type-33 Guided Munitions Launcher|Needler]]
**[[Joyous Exultation Covenant]]
*[[Type-51 Carbine|Covenant Carbine]]
**[[Merg Vol's Covenant]]{{Ref/Reuse|HSA}}
*[[Type-31 Rifle|Needle Rifle]]
**[[Jul 'Mdama's Covenant]]{{Ref/Reuse|HSS}}
*[[Type-51 Directed Energy Rifle/Improved|Plasma Repeater]]
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|mission=*Ground assault/infantry
*[[Type-1 Energy Weapon/Sword|Plasma Sword]]
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|equipment=*[[Sangheili Combat Harness]]
|role=[[Second|Starship second-in-command]]{{Ref/Novel|GoO|Page=189}}
|equipment=
*[[Combat harness|Sangheili combat harness]]
*[[Sangheili personal energy shield]]
*[[Sangheili personal energy shield]]
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|armament=[[Type-1 energy sword]]
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<br>[[Type-33 Needler]]
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<br>[[Type-50 concussion rifle]]
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*[[Ossoona]] (temporary assignment){{fact}}
<br>{{Pattern|Nakata'vho|plasma repeater}}
|notable=
<br>{{Pattern|M'tara|focus rifle}}
*[[Thel 'Lodamee]]
|notable=[[Thel 'Lodamee]]{{Ref/Film|Id=legends|Film=Halo Legends|Story=The Package}}
*[['Kasamee]]
*[[Isna 'Nosolee]]
|affiliation=[[Covenant Empire|Covenant]], later [[Covenant Separatists]]
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{{Quote|Station and Salvation both command a heavy price.|Sangheili Major's mantra.<ref name="Reach">'''[[Halo: Reach]]'''</ref>}}
{{Quote|Station and Salvation both command a heavy price.|Sangheili Major's mantra<ref name="Reach">''Halo: Reach''</ref>}}
The '''Sangheili Major''', also referred to as '''Sangheili Officer''',<ref name="Reach"/> is a [[Sangheili]] rank used by the [[Covenant Empire|Covenant]] and later by the [[Covenant Separatists]]. They are directly superior to [[Sangheili Minor]]s.
The '''Sangheili Major''', also known as '''Obedientiary''',<ref name="hgc">'''Halo: Ground Command''', ''[http://imgur.com/IYihrPB Description]''</ref> is a [[Sangheili]] [[Covenant military|military]] rank. Those who hold this rank are directly superior to their [[Sangheili Minor|Minor counterparts]]. Within the rank exists the '''Officer''' subclass.{{Ref/Reuse|Reach}}<ref name="enc11">'''[[Halo Encyclopedia (2009 edition)]]''', ''page 130'' (2011 edition)</ref> The [[Sangheili (language)|Sangheili]] term for the Majors translates approximately as "lesser chosen" or "charged with glory".{{Ref/Reuse|hgc}}
 
== Overview ==
===Roles and responsibilities===
If a Sangheili Minor proves himself in battle by killing opponents in legitimate combat, in accordance with honorable achievements earned on the battlefield, he is promoted. Sangheili do not think of promotion in the terms [[human]]s associate it with; Sangheili Minors who prove their worth to their commanders ascend to a command role.<ref name="ency">'''[[Halo Encyclopedia (2009 edition)]]''', ''page 124'', (2009 edition); ''page 130'' (2011 edition)</ref><ref>'''Halo 2 Prima Strategy Guide''', ''page 43''</ref> Organized under the host of Obedientaries,{{Ref/Reuse|hgc}} Sangheili Majors represent the upper echelon of the Covenant's infantry and are known primarily for their ruthlessness. Majors are some of the most skilled and experienced warriors in the field and typically command [[lance]]s of fewer than a dozen soldiers, including Sangheili Minors.<ref name="CEA">'''[[Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary]]''' ''[[Library (feature)|Library]]''</ref>  They also commonly pilot ground and air vehicles such as the [[Zurdo-pattern Wraith|Type-26 ''Wraith'' tank]] and the [[Type-26 Banshee|Type-26 ''Banshee'' attack aircraft]],{{Ref/Reuse|ency}}<ref>'''Halo: Combat Evolved''', campaign level ''[[Assault on the Control Room]]''</ref> with the Sangheili pilots of craft such as the [[Seraph]] explicitly drawn from the host of Obedientaries.<ref>'''[[Halo: Warfleet – An Illustrated Guide to the Spacecraft of Halo|Halo: Warfleet]]''', p.58-59</ref> Though Majors are part of standard infantry, it is not uncommon for them to be in the presence of a [[shipmaster]] or [[fleetmaster]], due to the critical nature of their role at the front lines.{{Ref/Reuse|CEA}} Some Majors also hold [[Second|second-in-command]] positions aboard [[Covenant starship|Covenant ships]].{{Ref/Novel|GoO|Page=189}}{{Ref/Comic|Id=HE|Comic=HBL|Issue=[[Halo: Blood Line Issue 1|#1]]}}{{Ref/Reuse|legends}}
 
===Organisation===
Officers are a subset of the Major rank. Sangheili Officers wear more ornamental armor than other Majors, though their combat role bears no apparent distinction from the rest of their grade. Like regular Majors, Officers report to their onsite [[Sangheili Ultra|Ultra]] or, in the absence of an Ultra, directly to their [[Sangheili General|General]] or [[Shipmaster]]. Most Officers have a selection of units under their command, including Sangheili Minors, [[Unggoy]], and [[Kig-Yar]].<ref>'''Halo Encyclopedia: The Definitive Guide to the Halo Universe''', ''page 135'' (2011 edition)</ref>


==Background==
In [[Warzone]] simulations, [[Spartan-IV]]s train against Sangheili Covert Majors. In this simulation Covert Majors operate in very small special units. They usually lead two Sangheili Officers equipped with {{Pattern|Kelos'vaarda|storm rifle}}s. All team members are equipped with [[active camouflage]], and the Covert Major specifically wields an [[Type-1 energy sword|energy sword]].<ref>'''[[Halo 5: Guardians Official Game Guide]] (Collector's Edition)''', ''page 308''</ref>
The Majors are veteran warriors whose rank is directly above that of [[Sangheili Minor]]s. They command groups of Minors as well as other Covenant races in ground combat situations. Additionally, the Majors would also serve as the second-in-command positions aboard Covenant ships.<ref>'''Halo: Ghosts of Onyx''', ''page 189''</ref><ref>'''[[Halo: Blood Line]]''', ''[[Halo: Blood Line Issue 1|Issue 1]]''</ref>


Only Majors can obtain the temporary rank of [[Ossoona]], mainly due to the fact that a more seasoned warrior prefers combat, not stealth, and a Minor is too inexperienced to become an Ossoona.{{fact}}
===History===
The Major rank and equivalent titles still see use in the wake of the [[Human-Covenant War]]. The now-defunct [[Merg Vol's Covenant|faction]] led by [[Merg Vol]] used the traditional Major rank and armor.{{Ref/Game|Id=HSA|HSA}} [[Jul 'Mdama's Covenant]] instead fields [[Commander (Covenant)|Commanders]], who wear a modified version of the Officer harness and helmet.{{Ref/Game|Id=H4|H4}} During at least [[Battle of Installation 03|one engagement]], Jul 'Mdama's Covenant have utilized the rank.{{Ref/Game|Id=HSS|HSS}}


==Physical appearance==
==Equipment==
Majors are clad in shades of red [[Sangheili Combat Harness|combat harnesses]], comparable to the red armor of [[Unggoy Major]]s. In ''Halo: Combat Evolved'', the color scheme of the harness is simply crimson. This color scheme has been extended to two variable colors in ''Halo 2'', which featured bright-red and crimson, and in ''Halo 3'', which featured metallic crimson and metallic maroon. Like the Minors in ''Combat Evolved'', there are two differently shaped variations of the helmet for the Majors. The Forerunner symbols featured in ''Combat Evolved'' is absent in ''Halo 2'' but is available in ''Halo 3''.
Typically, the [[Sangheili harness|armor]] of a Major is a standard [[Combat harness|Sangheili combat harness]] that is nearly identical to that of a Sangheili Minor, save for its red coloration, which is comparable to the red armor of [[Unggoy Major]]s. As with other Sangheili ranks a variety of helmet and armor styles may be utilized, though all are colored a shade of red, typically scarlet or maroon. The suit is augmented with a stronger [[energy shielding]] system than that used by Minors.
 
A byproduct of the Major role, Officers wear more ornamental armor, which functions with no substantial differences to Major Sangheili equipped with the standard combat harness.{{Ref/Reuse|enc11}} The officer harness features much more pronounced shoulder pauldrons and a more elaborate helmet with a backward-swept spike in the center.{{Ref/Reuse|Reach}} The design is more standardized than that of ordinary Majors, varying only in color. One color scheme is blood red with a golden tinge and brass-colored highlights;{{Ref/Reuse|Reach}} another is matte burgundy with white accents on the arms and legs, the collar, and the helmet.<ref>''Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary''</ref>
 
<gallery>
File:H3 - Sangheili Major render.png|A Sangheili Major.
File:HReach - Officer Sangheili.png|A Sangheili Officer.
File:H5G guide - Covert Major.jpg|A Sangheili Covert Major as it appear in [[Warzone]] simulation.
</gallery>
 
{{clear}}
 
==In-game Information==
{{Main
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These Sangeili are commonly seen in ''Halo: Combat Evolved'' and ''Halo 2'' (as Majors), and ''Halo: Reach'' (as Officers) on the [[Heroic]] and [[Legendary]] difficulties. On [[Easy]] and [[Normal]], their presence is relatively infrequent. They commonly lead lances of Unggoy, Kig-Yar and Sangheili Minors.


The color scheme and the designs of the harness underwent some significant changes in ''Halo: Reach''; the color scheme now covers at least three color variables (gold, orange and red). The Major in ''Reach'' now has its own unique armor design to differentiate the Major from other Sangheili ranks; the helmet differs greatly from the design of the Minors and is more decorative and elongated, and the pauldrons are slightly larger and more pronounced at the separated tips.
Equipped with approximately 50% stronger energy shields than their lower-ranked counterparts, Majors are competent and forceful warriors capable of overpowering their opponents, namely UNSC Marines and ODSTs although not ''necessarily''. They are less likely to perform tactical errors when compared with the inferior Sangheili Minors; Majors seek more cover and fire their weapons with a greater accuracy and faster rate of fire, and are also more maneuverable. However, they still make some tactical mistakes, as they tend not to seek cover in many occasions, even with their shields down.


==Combat==
Like the Minors, Majors usually wield [[Okarda'phaa-pattern plasma rifle|Plasma rifles]], occasionally [[dual wielding]] them, but can be encountered with [[Vostu-pattern carbine|Covenant carbines]], [[Type-33 needler|Needlers]], [[Gadulo-pattern needle rifle|Needle rifles]], and many other equally or more powerful weapons, depending on the game.
Majors are most commonly seen in ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]'', ''[[Halo 2]]'' and ''[[Halo: Reach]]'' on the [[Heroic]] and [[Legendary]] difficulties. On [[Easy]] and [[Normal]], their presence is very minimal to none. They can be seen leading lances of [[Unggoy]], [[Kig-yar]] and Minors. Equipped with stronger [[energy shielding]] (approximately 50% stronger), Majors are forceful warriors capable of overpowering its opponents. They are less likely to perform tactical errors when compared to the less-superior Sangheili Minors; Majors would seek more cover to provide itself the tactical advantage over its opponents and would fire their weapon with great accuracy and faster rate of fire.


Like the Minors, Majors usually wield [[Type-25 Directed Energy Rifle|plasma rifles]], occasionally [[dual wielding]] them. In some scenarios, Majors would wield the [[Type-51 Carbine|Carbines]] and [[Type-33 Guided Munitions Launcher|Needlers]].
There is no discernible difference between the Major and Officer: both would appear to have the same gameplay properties (i.e. energy shield strength, damage).


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*As seen in a ''Halo: Combat Evolved'' original 2000 teaser trailer, the Majors were originally supposed to have a [[Sangheili point defense gauntlet|point defense gauntlet]].
{{Linkbox|gallery=yes|gallerypage=Images of Sangheili Majors}}
*Majors' [[Sangheili Combat Harness|Combat Harness]], referred to as the Sangheili Officer Harness, is available as a Sangheili [[Armor Permutations|armor permutation]] in [[multiplayer]] as a reward for buying the [[Halo: Reach Limited Edition|''Halo: Reach'' Limited]] or [[Halo: Reach Legendary Edition|Legendary]] editions.<ref>[http://www.bungie.net/projects/reach/article.aspx?ucc=intel&cid=25875 '''Bungie.net''': ''Halo: Reach Intel - Pre-Order'']</ref>
*As seen in an early trailer for ''Halo: Combat Evolved'', Sangheili Majors were capable of wielding [[Sangheili point defense gauntlet|point defense gauntlets]] during the game's development.
*''Halo: Ghosts of Onyx'' makes a reference to a "Major Domo Sangheili".<ref>'''[[Halo: Ghosts of Onyx]]''', ''page 349''</ref> It is unknown whether this is a rank separate from the regular Major, or possibly a specific position held by Majors, although the Sangheili referred to as Major Domos are later simply called "Majors".<ref>'''Halo: Ghosts of Onyx''', ''page 350''</ref>
*The Sangheili Officer combat harness is available as a Sangheili [[Armor customization (Halo: Reach)|armor permutation]] in [[multiplayer]] as a reward for buying the [[Halo: Reach Limited Edition|''Halo: Reach'' Limited]] or [[Halo: Reach Legendary Edition|Legendary]] editions.<ref>[http://halo.bungie.net/projects/reach/article.aspx?ucc=intel&cid=25875 '''Bungie.net''': ''Halo: Reach Intel - Pre-Order'']</ref>
*It was previously assumed that the full title was "Major Domo Sangheili", first mentioned in ''Halo: Ghosts of Onyx'', which makes a reference to a "Major Domo Sangheili".<ref>'''Halo: Ghosts of Onyx''', ''page 349''</ref> On the following pages Sangheili of the military rank are simply called Majors.<ref>'''Halo: Ghosts of Onyx''', ''page 350''</ref> In the real world, "[[Wikipedia:Majordomo|majordomo]]" is a term for the head of a family staff in an aristocracy. In light of this, it is possible that Sangheili who hold the title of Major Domo are in a similar position in the Sangheili [[Aristocrat|aristocracy]]. Alternatively, it is possible that Major Domo is an alternate title for Officer, or another subclass within the Major rank.


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:HCE - Majors.png|A group of Majors and Unggoy Majors in ''Halo: Combat Evolved''
File:HCE Elite Major.png|A Major in ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]''.
File:MajorElite3.jpg|A Major in ''Halo 2''.
File:HCE - Majors.png|A group of Sangheili and [[Unggoy Major]]s in ''Halo: Combat Evolved''.
File:Sangheili Major 01.png|A Major in ''Halo 3''.
File:H2V Elite Major.png|A  Major in ''[[Halo 2]]''.
File:Major Elite Variations.jpg|This image shows the color differentiation of the Major harness.
File:H2-EliteMajor.png|A Major in ''Halo 2''.
File:Halo Reach - Sangheili Officer.png|The Sangheili Officer armor permutation available with the purchase of the [[Halo: Reach Limited Edition|Limited]] and [[Halo: Reach Legendary Edition|Legendary]] editions of ''[[Halo: Reach]]''.
File:MajorElite3.jpg|A Major in [[Kilindini Park Cultural Center|Kilindini Park]] during the [[Battle of Mombasa]].
File:Reach E310 Campaign06.jpg|Two [[UNSC Army|Army troopers]] firing upon an Officer as it is being assassinated by [[SPARTAN-B312]].
File:Sangheili Major 01.png|A Sangheili Major in ''[[Halo 3]]''.
File:Halo Reach Sangheili.png|A ''[[Halo: Reach]]'' pre-alpha image of a white Major.  
File:H3 - Shadow of Intent Bridge.png|A Sangheili Major manning the controls of the ''[[Shadow of Intent]]'' in ''Halo 3''.
File:ReachConcept EliteOfficer.png|Concept art of a Sangheili Major in ''Halo: Reach''.
File:H3 Elite Majors.jpg|Two Sangheili Major in ''Halo 3''.
File:ReachConcept-Elite_Major.png|Another concept of a Major in ''Halo: Reach''.
File:Major Elite Variations.jpg|The color differentiation of the Major harness in ''Halo 3''.
File:HTMCC-H3ODST-Shleets.png|2 Sangheili Majors with a Special Operations Sangheili in the ''[[Halo: The Master Chief Collection]]'' version of ''[[Halo 3: ODST]]'' [[Firefight]].
File:HR EliteOfficer Concept 1.jpg|Concept linework of the Officer for ''[[Halo: Reach]]''.
File:HR_EliteOfficer_Concept_2.jpg|Material pass for the Officer concept.
File:HR_EliteMajor_Concept.png|Concept art of a Sangheili Officer in ''Halo: Reach''.
File:HR_EliteOfficer_Concept.png|Another concept of an Officer in ''Halo: Reach''.
File:Halo Reach Sangheili.png|A ''Halo: Reach'' pre-alpha image of a white-armored Officer.
File:HR officer sang.jpg|Character reference for the Sangheili Officer.
File:HR EliteOfficer Crop.png|An Officer.
File:HR - Officer Sangheili with Plasma Rifle.png|An Officer with a plasma rifle.
File:Halo Reach - Sangheili Officer.png|The Sangheili Officer armor permutation available with the purchase of the [[Halo: Reach Limited Edition|Limited]] and [[Halo: Reach Legendary Edition|Legendary]] editions of ''Halo: Reach''.
File:Reach E310 Campaign06.jpg|Two [[UNSC Army|Army troopers]] firing upon a Sangheili Officer as he is [[assassination|assassinated]] by [[SPARTAN-B312]].
File:CEAMAJOR2.png|A Sangheili Officer in ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary]]''.
File:HCEA-SangheiliOfficer&Minor.png|A Sangheili Officer and [[Sangheili Minor|Minor]] aboard the ''[[Truth and Reconciliation]]''.
File:H2AElites.jpg|A Sangheili Major and Minor attack [[John-117]] on [[Installation 05]].
File:HSS-Gameplay-Jungle.jpg|Two Sangheili Majors leading a [[Jul 'Mdama's Covenant|Covenant]] [[lance]] in ''[[Halo: Spartan Strike]]''.
File:H5G-CovertMajor.png|A Covert Major in ''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]''.
File:H5G - Elite Officers.png|A pair of Sangheili Officers on [[March on Stormbreak]].
</gallery>
</gallery>


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Major
H2A Sangheili-Major.png

Function:

  • Ground assault/infantry
  • Defense

Species:

Sangheili

Affiliation:

Other role(s):

Starship second-in-command[5]

Notable individuals:

Thel 'Lodamee[6]

 

"Station and Salvation both command a heavy price."
— Sangheili Major's mantra[7]

The Sangheili Major, also known as Obedientiary,[8] is a Sangheili military rank. Those who hold this rank are directly superior to their Minor counterparts. Within the rank exists the Officer subclass.[7][9] The Sangheili term for the Majors translates approximately as "lesser chosen" or "charged with glory".[8]

Overview[edit]

Roles and responsibilities[edit]

If a Sangheili Minor proves himself in battle by killing opponents in legitimate combat, in accordance with honorable achievements earned on the battlefield, he is promoted. Sangheili do not think of promotion in the terms humans associate it with; Sangheili Minors who prove their worth to their commanders ascend to a command role.[10][11] Organized under the host of Obedientaries,[8] Sangheili Majors represent the upper echelon of the Covenant's infantry and are known primarily for their ruthlessness. Majors are some of the most skilled and experienced warriors in the field and typically command lances of fewer than a dozen soldiers, including Sangheili Minors.[12] They also commonly pilot ground and air vehicles such as the Type-26 Wraith tank and the Type-26 Banshee attack aircraft,[10][13] with the Sangheili pilots of craft such as the Seraph explicitly drawn from the host of Obedientaries.[14] Though Majors are part of standard infantry, it is not uncommon for them to be in the presence of a shipmaster or fleetmaster, due to the critical nature of their role at the front lines.[12] Some Majors also hold second-in-command positions aboard Covenant ships.[15][16][6]

Organisation[edit]

Officers are a subset of the Major rank. Sangheili Officers wear more ornamental armor than other Majors, though their combat role bears no apparent distinction from the rest of their grade. Like regular Majors, Officers report to their onsite Ultra or, in the absence of an Ultra, directly to their General or Shipmaster. Most Officers have a selection of units under their command, including Sangheili Minors, Unggoy, and Kig-Yar.[17]

In Warzone simulations, Spartan-IVs train against Sangheili Covert Majors. In this simulation Covert Majors operate in very small special units. They usually lead two Sangheili Officers equipped with Kelos'vaarda-pattern storm rifles. All team members are equipped with active camouflage, and the Covert Major specifically wields an energy sword.[18]

History[edit]

The Major rank and equivalent titles still see use in the wake of the Human-Covenant War. The now-defunct faction led by Merg Vol used the traditional Major rank and armor.[3] Jul 'Mdama's Covenant instead fields Commanders, who wear a modified version of the Officer harness and helmet.[19] During at least one engagement, Jul 'Mdama's Covenant have utilized the rank.[4]

Equipment[edit]

Typically, the armor of a Major is a standard Sangheili combat harness that is nearly identical to that of a Sangheili Minor, save for its red coloration, which is comparable to the red armor of Unggoy Majors. As with other Sangheili ranks a variety of helmet and armor styles may be utilized, though all are colored a shade of red, typically scarlet or maroon. The suit is augmented with a stronger energy shielding system than that used by Minors.

A byproduct of the Major role, Officers wear more ornamental armor, which functions with no substantial differences to Major Sangheili equipped with the standard combat harness.[9] The officer harness features much more pronounced shoulder pauldrons and a more elaborate helmet with a backward-swept spike in the center.[7] The design is more standardized than that of ordinary Majors, varying only in color. One color scheme is blood red with a golden tinge and brass-colored highlights;[7] another is matte burgundy with white accents on the arms and legs, the collar, and the helmet.[20]

  • A Sangheili Major.

    A Sangheili Major.

  • A Sangheili Officer.

    A Sangheili Officer.

  • A Sangheili Covert Major as it appear in Warzone simulation.

    A Sangheili Covert Major as it appear in Warzone simulation.

In-game Information[edit]

Main article: Elite Major

These Sangeili are commonly seen in Halo: Combat Evolved and Halo 2 (as Majors), and Halo: Reach (as Officers) on the Heroic and Legendary difficulties. On Easy and Normal, their presence is relatively infrequent. They commonly lead lances of Unggoy, Kig-Yar and Sangheili Minors.

Equipped with approximately 50% stronger energy shields than their lower-ranked counterparts, Majors are competent and forceful warriors capable of overpowering their opponents, namely UNSC Marines and ODSTs although not necessarily. They are less likely to perform tactical errors when compared with the inferior Sangheili Minors; Majors seek more cover and fire their weapons with a greater accuracy and faster rate of fire, and are also more maneuverable. However, they still make some tactical mistakes, as they tend not to seek cover in many occasions, even with their shields down.

Like the Minors, Majors usually wield Plasma rifles, occasionally dual wielding them, but can be encountered with Covenant carbines, Needlers, Needle rifles, and many other equally or more powerful weapons, depending on the game.

There is no discernible difference between the Major and Officer: both would appear to have the same gameplay properties (i.e. energy shield strength, damage).

Trivia[edit]

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  • As seen in an early trailer for Halo: Combat Evolved, Sangheili Majors were capable of wielding point defense gauntlets during the game's development.
  • The Sangheili Officer combat harness is available as a Sangheili armor permutation in multiplayer as a reward for buying the Halo: Reach Limited or Legendary editions.[21]
  • It was previously assumed that the full title was "Major Domo Sangheili", first mentioned in Halo: Ghosts of Onyx, which makes a reference to a "Major Domo Sangheili".[22] On the following pages Sangheili of the military rank are simply called Majors.[23] In the real world, "majordomo" is a term for the head of a family staff in an aristocracy. In light of this, it is possible that Sangheili who hold the title of Major Domo are in a similar position in the Sangheili aristocracy. Alternatively, it is possible that Major Domo is an alternate title for Officer, or another subclass within the Major rank.

Gallery[edit]

List of appearances[edit]

Sources[edit]

  1. ^ Halo 2
  2. ^ Halo 3
  3. ^ a b Halo: Spartan Assault
  4. ^ a b Halo: Spartan Strike
  5. ^ Halo: Ghosts of Onyx, page 189
  6. ^ a b Halo Legends - The Package
  7. ^ a b c d Halo: Reach
  8. ^ a b c Halo: Ground Command, Description
  9. ^ a b Halo Encyclopedia (2009 edition), page 130 (2011 edition)
  10. ^ a b Halo Encyclopedia (2009 edition), page 124, (2009 edition); page 130 (2011 edition)
  11. ^ Halo 2 Prima Strategy Guide, page 43
  12. ^ a b Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary Library
  13. ^ Halo: Combat Evolved, campaign level Assault on the Control Room
  14. ^ Halo: Warfleet, p.58-59
  15. ^ Halo: Ghosts of Onyx, page 189
  16. ^ Halo: Blood Line, issue #1
  17. ^ Halo Encyclopedia: The Definitive Guide to the Halo Universe, page 135 (2011 edition)
  18. ^ Halo 5: Guardians Official Game Guide (Collector's Edition), page 308
  19. ^ Halo 4
  20. ^ Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary
  21. ^ Bungie.net: Halo: Reach Intel - Pre-Order
  22. ^ Halo: Ghosts of Onyx, page 349
  23. ^ Halo: Ghosts of Onyx, page 350

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