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{{Covenant Rank Infobox
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|image = [[File:HReach - Sangheili Field Marshall.png|300px]]
|image=[[File:HReach - Sangheili Field Marshall.png|300px]]
|name =Field Marshall
|species=Sangheili
|species = Sangheili
|affiliation=[[Covenant]]
|weapons = *[[Type-1 Energy Weapon/Sword|Energy Sword]]
|authority=[[Ministry of Fervent Intercession]]
*[[Type-33 Light Anti-Armor Weapon|Fuel Rod Gun]]
|branch=
*[[Type-31 Rifle|Needle Rifle]]
|mission=Field operations command
*[[Type-25 Directed Energy Rifle|Plasma Rifle]]
|role=*Command of full-scale ground operations
*[[Plasma grenade]]
*Command of special forces strike teams {{C|atypical}}
|equipment = [[Sangheili personal energy shield]]
|armament=[[Type-1 energy sword]]
|vehicles = Phantoms
<br>[[Type-1 plasma grenade]]
|missions = Ground operations, artifact retrieval
<br>[[Type-25 plasma rifle]]
|role = Field operations command
<br>[[Type-31 needle rifle]]
|notable =  
<br>[[Type-33 fuel rod gun]]
|affiliation = Covenant Empire
|equipment=*[[Combat harness|Sangheili combat harness]]
*[[Sangheili personal energy shield]]
|notable=
}}
}}
{{Quote|With this sacrament of blood we journey into the Divine Beyond.|Sangheili Field Marshall's mantra.}}
{{Quote|With this sacrament of blood, we journey into the Divine Beyond.|Sangheili Field Marshal's mantra.}}
 
'''Field Marshal''' is a high [[Sangheili]] rank within the [[Zealot]] order.<ref name="EVG">'''[[Halo: The Essential Visual Guide]]''', ''page 57''</ref><ref>'''Halo: Reach''' - ''The Armory''</ref> As Zealots,<ref name="enc">'''[[Halo Encyclopedia (2009 edition)|Halo Encyclopedia: The Definitive Guide to the Halo Universe (2011)]]''', ''page 135''</ref> Field Marshals formerly served under the authority of the [[Ministry of Fervent Intercession]], unlike most [[Covenant military]] forces who reported to the [[Ministry of Resolution]].{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}}
'''Field Marshall''' is a very high [[Sangheili]] rank in the [[Covenant Empire|Covenant]] army.<ref>[http://xbox360.ign.com/dor/objects/14276699/halo-reach/videos/halor_armory_montage_072210.html '''IGN Video''': ''Halo: Reach Xbox 360 Video - The Armory Video'']</ref>


==Designation==
==Designation==
===Role===
===Role===
Field Marshall is the highest rank within the [[Sangheili Zealot|Zealot]] class. Field Marshalls are known to lead small strike teams comprised of lower-ranking Zealots for operations that require both skill and precision. These operations are generally intended to take out key targets to turn the tide of battles, or search and retrieve artifacts of value to their [[Covenant religion|religion]].<ref>'''Halo: Reach''', campaign level ''[[Winter Contingency (level)|Winter Contingency]]''</ref>
Field Marshals command large-scale ground forces in widespread field operations, such as in full-scale planetary invasions.{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}} Often overseeing several [[legion]]s,{{Ref/Book|Id=Enc22p240|Enc22|Page=240}} Field Marshals outrank [[Sangheili General|Generals]], who command particular regiments of ground forces; in some cases, a General may report directly to his Field Marshal.{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}} Field Marshals command ultimate authority on the battlefield, reporting directly to their [[Covenant fleet|fleet]]'s [[Supreme Commander]].{{Ref/Reuse|enc}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22p240}} Despite their important command position, they are frequently present on the front lines in areas of importance and directing operations from there, rather than from fortified positions or spacecraft.
 
The Field Marshall's role seems to pertain to command of ground forces in specific field operations, such as in widespread battles or invasions. Field Marshalls outrank [[Sangheili General|Generals]], who are in command of specific groups of infantry. Field Marshalls appear to be Sangheili equivalent of the [[Jiralhanae Army Commander]] or the naval [[Supreme Commander]]. It is likely that they are responsible for all ground operations on a planet. However, despite their important command position, they are frequently present on the front lines in areas of importance and directing operations from there, rather than from fortified positions or spacecraft.
Some Field Marshals lead small strike teams composed of lower-ranking Zealots for operations that require both skill and precision. These operations are generally intended to search for and retrieve artifacts of value to their [[Covenant religion|religion]], or to eliminate targets to turn the tide of battles.<ref>'''Halo: Reach''', campaign level ''[[Winter Contingency]]''</ref><ref>'''Halo: The Essential Visual Guide''', ''page 60''</ref>


===Appearance===
===Appearance===
The Sangheili Field Marshall's armor design is similar to that of most other Sangheili warriors. For example, the armor appears to be a combination of the Zealot's and the Sangheili General's in terms of aesthetics and overall design. The helmet is nearly identical to the Zealot helmet, save for two spike-like protrusions at the top of the helmet. The core body piece of the armor is identical to the Zealot armor. The shoulder pauldrons are almost identical in structure and shape to the General's, although the ornamentation is blue rather than yellow. The Field Marshall's armor has tones and hues of dark violets and blues. Overall, the Field Marshall's battle attire is less ceremonial and designed for optimum efficiency in battle, while still emulating the traditionally sleek battle armor worn by the Sangheili throughout the [[History of the Covenant|Ages]].
The Sangheili Field Marshal's armor design is similar to that of most other Sangheili warriors. For example, the armor resembles a combination of the Zealot's and the Sangheili General's. The helmet is nearly identical to the Zealot helmet, save for two spike-like protrusions at the top of the helmet. The core body piece of the armor is identical to the Zealot armor. The shoulder pauldrons are almost identical in structure and shape to the General's, although the ornamentation is blue rather than yellow. The Field Marshal's armor has tones and hues of dark violets and blues.
 
==In-game information==
===Halo: Reach===
*'''Unlock''': Achieve [[Rank (Halo: Reach)|Lt. Colonel]].
*'''Description''': ''"With this sacrament of blood we journey into the Divine Beyond."''


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*While only one Field Marshall is fought in-game during ''Halo: Reach'''s campaign, several sightings occur. The first Field Marshall is seen during a cutscene in ''[[Winter Contingency (level)|Winter Contingency]]'', though he escapes. Another Field Marshall is seen in the level ''[[New Alexandria (level)|New Alexandria]]''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s final cutscene, killing [[Catherine-B320]] from a Phantom. The last Field Marshall encounter is at the end of the level ''[[The Pillar of Autumn (Halo: Reach level)|The Pillar of Autumn]]'', trying to prevent [[SPARTAN-B312]] from manning the [[Onager]]. It is possible that these are all the same character. If so, than he can be considered the main antagonist of Halo Reach due to the fact his high rank would enable him to cause a lot of the turmoil that happens over the course of the game.
*In ''Halo: Reach''{{'}}s Armory, the name of this rank is misspelled "Field Marshall". "Marshall" is a proper noun, typically used as a surname or as a masculine given name.<ref>[http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/field+marshal '''Dictionary.com''': ''field marshal'']</ref><ref>[http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/Marshall '''Dictionary.com''': ''Marshall'']</ref>
*On the level ''[[ONI: Sword Base]]'', a [[BOB]] wearing white-colored Sangheili armor appears when SPARTAN-B312 returns to [[Sword Base]]'s courtyard. It has randomly generated armor, and it is possible for it to be wearing white-colored Field Marshall armor.
*While only one Field Marshal is fought in-game during ''Halo: Reach''{{'}}s campaign, several sightings occur. The first encounter is at the end of ''[[Winter Contingency]]'' where the Marshal confronts Noble Team, though he quickly retreats upon being outnumbered. The second sighting is during ''[[New Alexandria]]''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s final cutscene, killing [[Catherine-B320]] from a Phantom. The only in-game Field Marshal encounter is at the end of the level ''[[The Pillar of Autumn (Halo: Reach level)|The Pillar of Autumn]]'', trying to prevent [[SPARTAN-B312]] from manning the [[Mark 2488 Onager|mass driver]]. Finally, during the finale of ''[[Lone Wolf]]'', a Zealot steps in front of the camera and ignites his Energy Sword as Noble Six is finally stricken down; while the Zealot's full body is obscured off-screen, it's implied this is another Field Marshal.
*In ''Halo: Reach'', the Field Marshall and Zealots are the only Sangheili classes that cannot be fought in [[Firefight]].
*The Field Marshal is one of two enemies in ''Reach'' capable of switching weapons, along with the Zealot fought in ''[[Tip of the Spear]]''. He is equipped with a fuel rod cannon and when his shields are depleted he will switch to an energy sword.
*The armor of a Sangheili Field Marshall is available as an [[Armor Permutations (Halo: Reach)|armor permutation]] for Sangheili players that have reached the rank of Lt. Colonel in ''Halo: Reach''. It is the last armor permutation an Elite character can receive.
*In ''Halo: Reach'', the Field Marshal and Zealots are the only Sangheili classes that cannot be fought in [[Firefight]].
*The Field Marshall encountered in the level "The Pillar of Autumn" in ''Halo: Reach'' is the only known enemy that is able to switch weapons according to the situation. He will switch to his Energy Sword when the player gets close, and switch back to the Fuel Rod when he gets some distance from the player.
*This rank is apparently a misspelling of the military rank "field marshal."<ref>[http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/field+marshal '''Dictionary.com''': ''field marshal'']</ref>  The spelling used here ("Marshall") is a proper noun.<ref>[http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/Marshall '''Dictionary.com''': ''Marshall'']</ref>


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<gallery widths="160">
<gallery>
File:Sangheili_Field_Marshall4.jpg|Close-up of a Field Marshall.
File:Sangheili_Field_Marshall4.jpg|Close-up of a Field Marshal in ''[[Halo: Reach]]''.
File:Reach "The Battle Begins"-Elite.png|A Field Marshall in combat with [[Noble Team]], accompanied by a Zealot.
File:Reach "The Battle Begins"-Elite.png|A Field Marshal in combat with [[NOBLE Team]], accompanied by a Zealot.
File:Field_Marshal_fighting_Noble_Team.png|Noble Team in an encounter with a Field Marshall.
File:Field_Marshal_fighting_Noble_Team.png|Noble Team in an encounter with a Field Marshal.
File:Reach_5602750_Full.jpg|A Field Marshall firing a fuel rod gun.
File:Reach_5602750_Full.jpg|A Field Marshal firing a fuel rod gun.
File:Reach_5602544_Full.jpg|A Field Marshall taking aim.
File:Reach_5602544_Full.jpg|A Field Marshal taking aim.
File:Reach_5602751_Full.jpg|A Field Marshall throwing a plasma grenade.
File:Reach_5602751_Full.jpg|A Field Marshal throwing a plasma grenade.
File:Reach_1739463_Medium.jpg|A [[BOB]] Field Marshall in combat at ONI Sword Base.
File:HR FieldMarshalSword.png|A Field Marshal wielding an energy sword.
File:Reach_1739463_Medium.jpg|A [[BOB]] Field Marshal in combat at ONI Sword Base.
File:Halo collateral damage2.png|A Field Marshal on the cover of ''[[Halo: Collateral Damage]] [[Halo: Collateral Damage Issue 2|#2]]''.
</gallery>
</gallery>


==List of appearances==
==List of appearances==
*''[[Halo: Reach]]''
*''[[Halo: Reach]]'' {{1st}}
*''[[Halo: Ground Command]]''
*''[[Halo: Collateral Damage]]''


==Sources==
==Sources==
<references/>
{{Ref/Sources}}
{{Elite Ranks}}
 
{{Sangheili Armor}}
{{Sangheili Ranks}}
 
[[Category:Covenant ranks]]

Latest revision as of 10:30, May 5, 2024

Sangheili Field Marshal
HReach - Sangheili Field Marshall.png

Function:

Field operations command

Species:

Sangheili

Affiliation:

Covenant

Ministry:

Ministry of Fervent Intercession

Other role(s):

  • Command of full-scale ground operations
  • Command of special forces strike teams (atypical)
 

"With this sacrament of blood, we journey into the Divine Beyond."
— Sangheili Field Marshal's mantra.

Field Marshal is a high Sangheili rank within the Zealot order.[1][2] As Zealots,[3] Field Marshals formerly served under the authority of the Ministry of Fervent Intercession, unlike most Covenant military forces who reported to the Ministry of Resolution.[1]

Designation[edit]

Role[edit]

Field Marshals command large-scale ground forces in widespread field operations, such as in full-scale planetary invasions.[1] Often overseeing several legions,[4] Field Marshals outrank Generals, who command particular regiments of ground forces; in some cases, a General may report directly to his Field Marshal.[1] Field Marshals command ultimate authority on the battlefield, reporting directly to their fleet's Supreme Commander.[3][4] Despite their important command position, they are frequently present on the front lines in areas of importance and directing operations from there, rather than from fortified positions or spacecraft.

Some Field Marshals lead small strike teams composed of lower-ranking Zealots for operations that require both skill and precision. These operations are generally intended to search for and retrieve artifacts of value to their religion, or to eliminate targets to turn the tide of battles.[5][6]

Appearance[edit]

The Sangheili Field Marshal's armor design is similar to that of most other Sangheili warriors. For example, the armor resembles a combination of the Zealot's and the Sangheili General's. The helmet is nearly identical to the Zealot helmet, save for two spike-like protrusions at the top of the helmet. The core body piece of the armor is identical to the Zealot armor. The shoulder pauldrons are almost identical in structure and shape to the General's, although the ornamentation is blue rather than yellow. The Field Marshal's armor has tones and hues of dark violets and blues.

In-game information[edit]

Halo: Reach[edit]

  • Unlock: Achieve Lt. Colonel.
  • Description: "With this sacrament of blood we journey into the Divine Beyond."

Trivia[edit]

  • In Halo: Reach's Armory, the name of this rank is misspelled "Field Marshall". "Marshall" is a proper noun, typically used as a surname or as a masculine given name.[7][8]
  • While only one Field Marshal is fought in-game during Halo: Reach's campaign, several sightings occur. The first encounter is at the end of Winter Contingency where the Marshal confronts Noble Team, though he quickly retreats upon being outnumbered. The second sighting is during New Alexandria's final cutscene, killing Catherine-B320 from a Phantom. The only in-game Field Marshal encounter is at the end of the level The Pillar of Autumn, trying to prevent SPARTAN-B312 from manning the mass driver. Finally, during the finale of Lone Wolf, a Zealot steps in front of the camera and ignites his Energy Sword as Noble Six is finally stricken down; while the Zealot's full body is obscured off-screen, it's implied this is another Field Marshal.
  • The Field Marshal is one of two enemies in Reach capable of switching weapons, along with the Zealot fought in Tip of the Spear. He is equipped with a fuel rod cannon and when his shields are depleted he will switch to an energy sword.
  • In Halo: Reach, the Field Marshal and Zealots are the only Sangheili classes that cannot be fought in Firefight.

Gallery[edit]

  • Close-up of a Field Marshal in Halo: Reach.

    Close-up of a Field Marshal in Halo: Reach.

  • A Field Marshal in combat with NOBLE Team, accompanied by a Zealot.

    A Field Marshal in combat with NOBLE Team, accompanied by a Zealot.

  • Noble Team in an encounter with a Field Marshal.

    Noble Team in an encounter with a Field Marshal.

  • A Field Marshal firing a fuel rod gun.

    A Field Marshal firing a fuel rod gun.

  • A Field Marshal taking aim.

    A Field Marshal taking aim.

  • A Field Marshal throwing a plasma grenade.

    A Field Marshal throwing a plasma grenade.

  • A Field Marshal wielding an energy sword.

    A Field Marshal wielding an energy sword.

  • A BOB Field Marshal in combat at ONI Sword Base.

    A BOB Field Marshal in combat at ONI Sword Base.

  • A Field Marshal on the cover of Halo: Collateral Damage #2.

    A Field Marshal on the cover of Halo: Collateral Damage #2.

List of appearances[edit]

Sources[edit]

  1. ^ a b c d Halo: The Essential Visual Guide, page 57
  2. ^ Halo: Reach - The Armory
  3. ^ a b Halo Encyclopedia: The Definitive Guide to the Halo Universe (2011), page 135
  4. ^ a b Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition), page 240
  5. ^ Halo: Reach, campaign level Winter Contingency
  6. ^ Halo: The Essential Visual Guide, page 60
  7. ^ Dictionary.com: field marshal
  8. ^ Dictionary.com: Marshall

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