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==Anatomy and Physiology==

Elites have an interesting physical appearance and anatomy. Their jaw is quadruple-hinged, with an upper jaw and four Mandible-like lips which are lined with sharp teeth. It is because of this unique mouth that [[Humans]] have given them the nicknames "split-mouth", "split-chin", "split-lip" or "squidhead". It is suggested that the Sangheili are a possibly carnivorous or simply more carnivorous than omnivorous, race. It is unknown, given this structure, how Elites chew and swallow food or even speak, though it may be possible that they possess shaping vols or a tongue. This may only apply to speaking English, since in [[Halo 2]] most of their language is translated from [[UNSC]] translation software. Their hands only have four fingers; two middle fingers, and two opposing thumbs on the outside for grasping. Their legs are digitigrade, possibly allowing them to run very quickly and jump large distances, at least when compared to ordinary [[Humans]] and other species of the [[Covenant]]. Contrary to popular belief, their knees are NOT backwards. Their knees are the same as ours, they have very short lower legs and elongated feet~~:'''In Contact Harvest, it discusses how the Brutes mock the Elites because they are unable to climb ladders easily due to their knees (since Brute ships don't have gravity lifts)'''~~. This can be seen if you look closely at their pictures and is similar to that of cows, horses and rabbits. This, along with their hooves, gives them excellent balance. Elites have noticeable and yet considerable feat in specific reference to physical strength. An Elite can be as strong as, or even stronger than a [[Spartan II]]. [[Image:Naked Abiter.jpg|thumb|right|The [[Arbiter]] without armor.]]

Elites have an interesting physical appearance and anatomy. Their jaw is quadruple-hinged, with an upper jaw and four Mandible-like lips which are lined with sharp teeth. It is because of this unique mouth that [[Humans]] have given them the nicknames "split-mouth", "split-chin", "split-lip" or "squidhead". It is suggested that the Sangheili are a possibly carnivorous or simply more carnivorous than omnivorous, race. It is unknown, given this structure, how Elites chew and swallow food or even speak, though it may be possible that they possess shaping vols or a tongue. This may only apply to speaking English, since in [[Halo 2]] most of their language is translated from [[UNSC]] translation software. Their hands only have four fingers; two middle fingers, and two opposing thumbs on the outside for grasping. Their legs are digitigrade, possibly allowing them to run very quickly and jump large distances, at least when compared to ordinary [[Humans]] and other species of the [[Covenant]]. Contrary to popular belief, their knees are NOT backwards. Their knees are the same as ours, they have very short lower legs and elongated feet. This can be seen if you look closely at their pictures and is similar to that of cows, horses and rabbits. This, along with their hooves, gives them excellent balance. Elites have noticeable and yet considerable feat in specific reference to physical strength. An Elite can be as strong as, or even stronger than a [[Spartan II]].

[[Image:Naked Abiter.jpg|thumb|right|The [[Arbiter]] without his armor.]]

Elites have more than one heart. <ref>[[Halo: Ghosts Of Onyx]]</ref>They have purple blood, most likely a Cobalt based hemoglobin rather than the Iron based protein of [[Humans]], although it is still unknown what chemical makes their blood this color. It is assumed that they breathe oxygen, as they can breathe the same atmosphere as [[Humans]]. They also appear to have a double set of pectoral muscles, which would add to or possibly cause their incredible strength. They have grayish-brown skin, and the majority of Elites have either dark blue, black eyes, or brown eyes, although there are a few exceptions. It has been theorized that the reason Elites seem to have dark blue eyes is because they wear eye coverings (which gives them their in-game HUD). This hypothesis comes largely from the [[Arbiter (character)|Arbiter]]'s appearance- when standing before the [[High Council]] in his armor, his eyes were dark, but after his armor was removed, his eyes became a much lighter brown. This is also supported by the fact that in ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]'' Elites eye color is always the same color as their armor. Elites have snake-like eyes, with horizontal split eyelids and placement on the sides of the head (this can only be seen in [[Halo 3]], Elites in [[Halo 2]] have all black eyes with no pupils and in [[Halo: Combat Evolved]] they don't blink). Some other changes to Elites in [[Halo 3]] include: bigger helmet, new rear and hoof protection, no secondary colors (in campaign), they slouch more, and seem more muscular.

Elites have more than one heart. <ref>''[[Halo: Ghosts Of Onyx]]''</ref>They have purple blood, most likely a Cobalt based hemoglobin rather than the Iron based protein of [[Humans]], although it is still unknown what chemical makes their blood this color. It is assumed that they breathe oxygen, as they can breathe the same atmosphere as [[Humans]]. They also appear to have a double set of pectoral muscles, which would add to or possibly cause their incredible strength. They have grayish-brown skin, and the majority of Elites have either dark blue, black eyes, or brown eyes, although there are a few exceptions. It has been theorized that the reason Elites seem to have dark blue eyes is because they wear eye coverings (which gives them their in-game HUD). This hypothesis comes largely from the [[Arbiter (character)|Arbiter]]'s appearance- when standing before the [[High Council]] in his armor, his eyes were dark, but after his armor was removed, his eyes became a much lighter brown. This is also supported by the fact that in ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]'' Elites eye color is always the same color as their armor. Elites have snake-like eyes, with horizontal split eyelids and placement on the sides of the head (this can only be seen in [[Halo 3]], Elites in Halo 2 have all black eyes with no pupils and in [[Halo: Combat Evolved]] they don't blink). Some other changes to Elites in Halo 3 include: bigger helmet, new rear and hoof protection, no secondary colors (in campaign), they slouch more, and seem more muscular.

[[Image:Arbiter kneel 2.jpg|left|thumb|The Arbiter kneeling without armor.]]

In the [[Halo Wars]] announcement trailer, the Elites are different on several points. They seem far more muscular, although this could be because they're wearing much thicker armor because of the cold weather. They also have claws; they do not have this in any other games. Another possibility is that there are several subspecies of Elites similar to how [[Humans]] have several ethnic races. Also, there is a slight possibility that the Elites in Halo Wars have the ability to dual wield Energy swords, but it is only shown in concept art. They also have a more animalistic growl, which could simply be expanding on the sounds they make in [[Halo: Combat Evolved]].

In the ''[[Halo Wars]]'' announcement trailer, the Elites are different on several points. They seem far more muscular, although this could be because they're wearing much thicker armor because of the cold weather. They also have claws; they do not have this in any other games. Another possibility is that there are several subspecies of Elites similar to how [[Humans]] have several ethnic races. Also, there is a slight possibility that the Elites in Halo Wars have the ability to dual wield Energy swords, but it is only shown in concept art. They also have a more animalistic growl, which could simply be expanding on the sounds they make in ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]''.

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 ==Anatomy and Physiology==
 [[Image:elite.jpg|200px|left|thumb|A Sangheili [[Elite Minor|Minor]] warrior with a [[Covenant Carbine]].]]
-Elites have an interesting physical appearance and anatomy. Their jaw is quadruple-hinged, with an upper jaw and four Mandible-like lips which are lined with sharp teeth. It is because of this unique mouth that [[Humans]] have given them the nicknames "split-mouth", "split-chin", "split-lip" or "squidhead". It is suggested that the Sangheili are a possibly carnivorous or simply more carnivorous than omnivorous, race. It is unknown, given this structure, how Elites chew and swallow food or even speak, though it may be possible that they possess shaping vols or a tongue. This may only apply to speaking English, since in [[Halo 2]] most of their language is translated from [[UNSC]] translation software. Their hands only have four fingers; two middle fingers, and two opposing thumbs on the outside for grasping. Their legs are digitigrade, possibly allowing them to run very quickly and jump large distances, at least when compared to ordinary [[Humans]] and other species of the [[Covenant]]. Contrary to popular belief, their knees are NOT backwards. Their knees are the same as ours, they have very short lower legs and elongated feet:'''In Contact Harvest, it discusses how the Brutes mock the Elites because they are unable to climb ladders easily due to their knees (since Brute ships don't have gravity lifts)'''. This can be seen if you look closely at their pictures and is similar to that of cows, horses and rabbits. This, along with their hooves, gives them excellent balance. Elites have noticeable and yet considerable feat in specific reference to physical strength. An Elite can be as strong as, or even stronger than a [[Spartan II]]. [[Image:Naked Abiter.jpg|thumb|right|The [[Arbiter]] without armor.]]
+Elites have an interesting physical appearance and anatomy. Their jaw is quadruple-hinged, with an upper jaw and four Mandible-like lips which are lined with sharp teeth. It is because of this unique mouth that [[Humans]] have given them the nicknames "split-mouth", "split-chin", "split-lip" or "squidhead". It is suggested that the Sangheili are a possibly carnivorous or simply more carnivorous than omnivorous, race. It is unknown, given this structure, how Elites chew and swallow food or even speak, though it may be possible that they possess shaping vols or a tongue. This may only apply to speaking English, since in [[Halo 2]] most of their language is translated from [[UNSC]] translation software. Their hands only have four fingers; two middle fingers, and two opposing thumbs on the outside for grasping. Their legs are digitigrade, possibly allowing them to run very quickly and jump large distances, at least when compared to ordinary [[Humans]] and other species of the [[Covenant]]. Contrary to popular belief, their knees are NOT backwards. Their knees are the same as ours, they have very short lower legs and elongated feet. This can be seen if you look closely at their pictures and is similar to that of cows, horses and rabbits. This, along with their hooves, gives them excellent balance. Elites have noticeable and yet considerable feat in specific reference to physical strength. An Elite can be as strong as, or even stronger than a [[Spartan II]].
+[[Image:Naked Abiter.jpg|thumb|right|The [[Arbiter]] without his armor.]]
-Elites have more than one heart. <ref>[[Halo: Ghosts Of Onyx]]</ref>They have purple blood, most likely a Cobalt based hemoglobin rather than the Iron based protein of [[Humans]], although it is still unknown what chemical makes their blood this color. It is assumed that they breathe oxygen, as they can breathe the same atmosphere as [[Humans]]. They also appear to have a double set of pectoral muscles, which would add to or possibly cause their incredible strength. They have grayish-brown skin, and the majority of Elites have either dark blue, black eyes, or brown eyes, although there are a few exceptions. It has been theorized that the reason Elites seem to have dark blue eyes is because they wear eye coverings (which gives them their in-game HUD). This hypothesis comes largely from the [[Arbiter (character)|Arbiter]]'s appearance- when standing before the [[High Council]] in his armor, his eyes were dark, but after his armor was removed, his eyes became a much lighter brown. This is also supported by the fact that in ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]'' Elites eye color is always the same color as their armor. Elites have snake-like eyes, with horizontal split eyelids and placement on the sides of the head (this can only be seen in [[Halo 3]], Elites in [[Halo 2]] have all black eyes with no pupils and in [[Halo: Combat Evolved]] they don't blink). Some other changes to Elites in [[Halo 3]] include: bigger helmet, new rear and hoof protection, no secondary colors (in campaign), they slouch more, and seem more muscular.
+Elites have more than one heart. <ref>''[[Halo: Ghosts Of Onyx]]''</ref>They have purple blood, most likely a Cobalt based hemoglobin rather than the Iron based protein of [[Humans]], although it is still unknown what chemical makes their blood this color. It is assumed that they breathe oxygen, as they can breathe the same atmosphere as [[Humans]]. They also appear to have a double set of pectoral muscles, which would add to or possibly cause their incredible strength. They have grayish-brown skin, and the majority of Elites have either dark blue, black eyes, or brown eyes, although there are a few exceptions. It has been theorized that the reason Elites seem to have dark blue eyes is because they wear eye coverings (which gives them their in-game HUD). This hypothesis comes largely from the [[Arbiter (character)|Arbiter]]'s appearance- when standing before the [[High Council]] in his armor, his eyes were dark, but after his armor was removed, his eyes became a much lighter brown. This is also supported by the fact that in ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]'' Elites eye color is always the same color as their armor. Elites have snake-like eyes, with horizontal split eyelids and placement on the sides of the head (this can only be seen in [[Halo 3]], Elites in Halo 2 have all black eyes with no pupils and in [[Halo: Combat Evolved]] they don't blink). Some other changes to Elites in Halo 3 include: bigger helmet, new rear and hoof protection, no secondary colors (in campaign), they slouch more, and seem more muscular.
 [[Image:Arbiter kneel 2.jpg|left|thumb|The Arbiter kneeling without armor.]]
-In the [[Halo Wars]] announcement trailer, the Elites are different on several points. They seem far more muscular, although this could be because they're wearing much thicker armor because of the cold weather. They also have claws; they do not have this in any other games. Another possibility is that there are several subspecies of Elites similar to how [[Humans]] have several ethnic races. Also, there is a slight possibility that the Elites in Halo Wars have the ability to dual wield Energy swords, but it is only shown in concept art.  They also have a more animalistic growl, which could simply be expanding on the sounds they make in [[Halo: Combat Evolved]].
+In the ''[[Halo Wars]]'' announcement trailer, the Elites are different on several points. They seem far more muscular, although this could be because they're wearing much thicker armor because of the cold weather. They also have claws; they do not have this in any other games. Another possibility is that there are several subspecies of Elites similar to how [[Humans]] have several ethnic races. Also, there is a slight possibility that the Elites in Halo Wars have the ability to dual wield Energy swords, but it is only shown in concept art.  They also have a more animalistic growl, which could simply be expanding on the sounds they make in ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]''.
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