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{{Quote|Glory and honor guide our ascension.|Sangheili Ranger's mantra.<ref name="reach">'''[[Halo: Reach]]''', ''Armor description''</ref>}}
{{Quote|Glory and honor guide our ascension.|Sangheili Ranger's mantra.<ref name="reach">'''[[Halo: Reach]]''', ''Armor description''</ref>}}
The '''Sangheili Rangers''' are a specialized [[Covenant Empire|Covenant]] [[Sangheili]] unit. They are part of [[Fleet Security]] of the [[Special Warfare Group|Covenant Special Warfare Group]]. Experts in extra-vehicular space and aerial combat, Sangheili Rangers are capable of posing a threat to ships, stations, as well as many other types of aircrafts.
The '''Sangheili Rangers''' are a specialized [[Sangheili]] unit in the [[Covenant]] and the post-war [[Covenant remnant]].<ref name="h4">'''Halo 4''', ''Interactive Guide''</ref> Within the Covenant, they are part of [[Fleet Security]] of the [[Special Warfare Group|Covenant Special Warfare Group]]. Experts in extra-vehicular space and aerial combat, the Rangers are pose as a threat to ships, stations, as well as many other types of flightcrafts.


Rangers are also present among the ranks of the [[Covenant remnant]] in the post-war era.
== Role ==
As part of the Covenant's Fleet Security, the Rangers are tasked with the security of a fleet. This places the Rangers in a defensive role such as removing foreign forces from entering and/or commandeering the ship.<ref name="lnos">'''Halo: Reach''': ''[[Long Night of Solace (level)]]''</ref> The Rangers can also perform offensive roles such as space insertion and demolition tasks.<ref name="tfor">'''Halo: The Fall of Reach''', ''page ??''</ref><ref name="cairo">'''Halo 2''', ''[[Cairo Station (level)|Cairo Station]]''</ref>


==Overview==
== Operational history ==
===Equipment===
The Rangers have been observed in various combat theatres such as the [[Fall of Reach]], [[Operation: FIRST STRIKE]], the [[Battle of Earth]], the [[Battle of Installation 05]], and the [[Battle of High Charity]]. The Rangers were also seen at the planet [[Reach]] when John-117 returned to the planet aboard the ''[[Ascendant Justice]]''.
Rangers use something between the [[Flight Harness]] and the [[Assault Harness]], an oddity considering that the use of the Assault Harness was restricted by treaties between the [[San 'Shyuum]] and the Sangheili at the close of the [[Sangheili-San 'Shyuum War]], as it gave the latter an advantage in combat. The fact that it was equipped by Ranger units may indicate a willingness by the Sangheili to ignore the Prophets' decree, or it simply could have been allowed by the Prophets as an exception, as a zero-gravity specialty troop would need an airtight helmet. Now that the Sangheili have left the Covenant, the armor that makes Rangers so distinctive on the battlefield is to be introduced into wider service. The Assault Harness allows activity even in exo-atmospheric environments, allowing Rangers to operate even in space for insertion, demolitions tasks<ref>'''[[Halo: The Fall of Reach]]'''</ref> and protecting their wearers in areas where [[Flood]] infection is a threat.


Rangers also use an anti-gravity pack that allows flight, giving the user unparalleled mobility through the air and also allows the user to bypass traditional defenses. They also appear to use [[Type-42 Directed Energy Support Weapon|plasma cannons]] to defend positions in space, probably because they could easily carry heavy weapons in a zero gravity environment.
With the Sangheili's [[Great Schism|departure]] from the Covenant, the Rangers were replaced by the [[Jump Pack Jiralhanae]] and [[Yanme'e]] as aerial infantry units.


In ''[[Halo: Reach]]'', Rangers appear to wear vacuum suits. They have a bluish visor, in which their face can be seen. Additionally, their armor is colored silver, instead of the original blue. In ''[[Halo 4]]'', Rangers wear similar armor to those in ''Halo Reach''. It appears in two different color scheme, blue and white.
== Equipment ==
The Rangers wear hermetically sealed combat armor that would allow them to work in the vacuum of space or other similarly hazardous environment.<ref>'''[[Halo: The Fall of Reach]]''', ''page ??''</ref> In addition to this, the Rangers would be equipped with either a [[antigravity pack]] or a [[Covenant thruster pack|thruster pack]], providing them greater mobility.


===Combat===
Like most Sangheili units, the Rangers utilize [[Plasma Rifle]]s and [[Plasma Repeaters]] as their standard armament.<ref name="cairo"/><ref name="lnos"/> In some occasions, the Rangers would use the [[Focus Rifle]] and the [[Needle Rifle]].<ref name="cairo"/><ref name="nightfall">'''Halo: Reach''', ''[[Nightfall]]''</ref>
Ranger Sangheili are a type of Special Operations Commando Unit, though not necessarily connected to the traditional Spec Ops Sangheili, as they are specialists in anti-gravity combat. In ''[[Halo 2]]'', Rangers will use their thrusters to great effect in battle, using them to strafe while firing their weapons. They are most often seen in ''Halo 2'' when dual-wielding [[Type-25 Directed Energy Rifle|plasma rifles]], firing in prolonged bursts. Rangers sometimes also set up portable plasma cannons to provide heavy support fire against human space-capable forces.<ref>'''[[Halo 2]]''', ''[[Cairo Station (level)|Cairo Station]]''</ref> Their energy shields are about the same strength as a Minor Sangheili's and, although their tactics differ, they require the same amount of firepower to lower, rendering the wearer vulnerable.


Rangers are susceptible to [[Type-25 Directed Energy Pistol|Plasma Pistols]] and [[Type-33 Guided Munitions Launcher|Needlers]], which use their tracking ability to great effect, lowering their shields, or in the Needler's case, killing them outright. However, for long-range combat a [[BR55 Battle Rifle|Battle Rifle]], [[Type-51 Carbine|Covenant Carbine]], [[Type-50 Sniper Rifle System|Beam Rifle]], or the [[UNSC]] Sniper Rifle can allow the player to kill them from long ranges, preventing them from becoming a threat at close range.
=== Gameplay ===
[[File:reach_1641531_Medium.jpg|thumb|left|200px|A Ranger in mid-flight.]]
The Rangers will use their thruster packs to great effect in battle, using them to strafe while firing their weapons. In ''Halo 2'' and ''Halo: Reach'', their energy shield strength are similar to that of an Elite Minor. For combat, they are often seen dual-wielding [[Type-25 Directed Energy Rifle|plasma rifles]] (''Halo 2'') as well as using suppression rifles such as the Focus Rifle and the Needle Rifle.


== Operational history ==
== Appearances ==
The Rangers have been observed in multiple combat theatres such as the [[Fall of Reach]], [[Operation: FIRST STRIKE]], the [[Battle of Earth]], the [[Battle of Installation 05]], and the [[Battle of High Charity]]. The Rangers were also seen at the planet [[Reach]] when John-117 returned to the planet aboard the ''[[Ascendant Justice]]''.
In ''Halo 2'', the Rangers' combat armor design was a combination of the [[Flight Harness]] and the [[Assault Harness]]. This design was changed significantly in ''Halo: Reach'' where they now have their own unique armor design to distinguish themselves from the rest of the Sangheili units. This was carried on in ''Halo 4''.


With the Sangheili's [[Great Schism|departure]] from the Covenant, the Rangers were replaced by the [[Jump Pack Jiralhanae]] and [[Yanme'e]] as aerial infantry units.
{{Conjecture}}
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Rangers in ''Halo: Reach'' wear a new type of helmet, bearing some resemblance to the [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor/V variant|MJOLNIR EVA]] helmet. This helmet may be the type worn by Rangers in ''[[Halo: The Fall of Reach]]'', as the novel describes them as having transparent visors. It is quite possible that the armor types featured in ''Halo 2'' and ''Halo: Reach'' are used synonymously by Rangers, as the one in ''Halo 2'' seems more for low-altitude combat, whilst the armor seen in ''Halo: Reach'' appears to be designed for high-altitude and exo-atmospheric combat, with a vacuum-sealed helmet and suit similar to the MJOLNIR EVA equivalent.
{{Conjecture/end}}


==Changes==
==Changes==
===Changes from ''Halo 2'' to ''Halo: Reach''===
=== Changes from ''Halo 2'' to ''Halo: Reach'' ===
*They appear bulkier, with heavy armor around the chest and back. They also sport a different helmet, similar in appearance to the [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor|MJOLNIR]] [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor/V variant|EVA helmet]], with a transparent faceplate.
*They now have their own armor design, capable of distinguishing them from the rest of the Covenant units.
*They are a playable class in Multiplayer and Matchmaking.
*They are a playable class in multiplayer and matchmaking.
*Their armor is greyish white, while in ''[[Halo 2]]'' it was cyan.
*They now use a wider range of weapons, including [[Type-51 Directed Energy Rifle/Improved|Plasma Repeaters]], [[Type-31 Rifle|Needle Rifles]], and [[Type-52 Special Applications Rifle|Focus Rifles]].
*They now use a wider range of weapons, including [[Type-51 Directed Energy Rifle/Improved|Plasma Repeaters]], [[Type-50 Directed Energy Rifle/Heavy|Concussion Rifles]], [[Type-31 Rifle|Needle Rifles]], and [[Type-52 Special Applications Rifle|Focus Rifles]].
*They are now equipped with thruster packs, restricting them to low-altitude flight.
*Their Jet-packs do not allow them to fly, but now allow them to perform extended jumps, much like the Brute Jump Pack.


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*In ''Halo 2'', Rangers' eyes can be seen through their helmets' eye pieces.
*In ''Halo 2'', the Rangers' eyes can be seen through their helmets' eye pieces.
*The Heretic leader [[Sesa 'Refumee]] wore a modified Ranger suit.
*In ''Halo 2'', while firing, a Ranger wielding one weapon will have both hands affected by recoil, as if holding two weapons. This is probably because they often wield two Plasma Rifles,and the game does not support an animation with only one weapon.
*In ''Halo 2'', while firing, a Ranger wielding one weapon will have both hands affected by recoil, as if holding two weapons. This is probably because they often wield two [[Plasma Rifles]],and the game does not support an animation with only one weapon.
*Rangers make a reappearance in ''Halo: Reach'' multiplayer as a [[Loadout]] class.
*Rangers in ''Halo: Reach'' wear a new type of helmet, bearing some resemblance to the [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor/V variant|MJOLNIR EVA]] helmet. This helmet may be the type worn by Rangers in ''[[Halo: The Fall of Reach]]'', as the novel describes them as having transparent visors. It is quite possible that the armor types featured in ''Halo 2'' and ''Halo: Reach'' are used synonymously by Rangers, as the one in ''[[Halo 2]]'' seems more for low-altitude combat, whilst the armor seen in ''Halo: Reach'' appears to be designed for high-altitude and exo-atmospheric combat, with a vacuum-sealed helmet and suit similar to the [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor/V variant|MJOLNIR EVA]] equivalent.
*In ''Halo: Reach'', dead Rangers (or a player with this armor permutation) will have their mandibles protruding from their faceplate.
*In ''Halo: Reach'', dead Rangers (or a player with this armor permutation) will have their mandibles protruding from their faceplate.
*In ''Halo: Reach'', there are special gold/yellow-armored Rangers known as [[BOB]]s. In the post-game carnage report, they are listed as Covenant vehicles.
*In ''Halo: Reach'', there are special gold/yellow-armored Rangers known as [[BOB]]s. In the post-game carnage report, they are listed as Covenant vehicles.
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==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:Rangerelite2.jpg|A Sangheili Ranger in combat.
File:H4-Concept-EliteRanger-Armor.jpg|Concept art of a Sangheili Ranger's armor in ''Halo 4''.
File:H2 Elite Ranger.png|A Sangheili Ranger standing watch.
File:Rangerelite2.jpg|A Sangheili Ranger in ''Halo 2''.
File:Sangheili Ranger 01.png|A Sangheili with an [[Antigravity Pack]] in ''[[Halo 2]]''.
File:H2 Elite Ranger.png|
File:hhh.JPG|Model of a Sangheili Ranger in'' [[Halo ActionClix]]''.
File:Sangheili Ranger 01.png|
File:Reach E310 SangheiliRanger.png|A Sangheili Ranger in the ''[[Halo: Reach Multiplayer Beta]]''.
File:Reach E310 SangheiliRanger.png|A Sangheili Ranger in ''Halo: Reach''.
File:HReach - Ranger 2.png
File:HReach - Ranger 2.png
File:HReach - Ranger Sangheili.png|A Ranger wielding a Focus Rifle.
File:HReach - Ranger Sangheili.png
File:reach_1641531_Medium.jpg|A Ranger in mid-flight.
File:Ranger group.jpg|A squad of Sangheili Rangers.
File:Ranger group.jpg|A squad of Sangheili Rangers.
File:Halo 4 Ranger.png|A Sangheili Ranger in ''[[Halo 4]]''.
File:Halo 4 Ranger.png|A Sangheili Ranger in ''[[Halo 4]]''.
File:H4-Concept-EliteRanger-Armor.jpg|Concept art of a Sangheili Ranger's armor in ''Halo 4''.
File:H4-SO-S1E6-SangheiliRangers.jpg|A pair of Sangheili Rangers in ''Halo 4''<nowiki />'s ''Spartan Ops''.
File:H4-SO-S1E6-SangheiliRangers.jpg|A pair of Sangheili Rangers in ''Halo 4'''s ''Spartan Ops''.
File:hhh.JPG|[[Halo ActionClix]] model of a Sangheili Ranger.
</gallery>
</gallery>


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==Related pages==
== See also ==
*[[Kig-yar Ranger]]
*[[Kig-yar Ranger]]
*[[SpecOps Standard Sangheili]]
*[[SpecOps Standard Sangheili]]

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Ranger
Cutout render of a Sangheili Ranger. Kyle Hefley (armor). Sean Binder and Kenneth Scott (anatomy).

Function:

  • Extra-vehicular activity[1]
  • Unconventional warfare[1]
  • Specialized reconnaissance[1]

Species:

Sangheili

Group:

Special Warfare Group, Fleet Security[1]

 

"Glory and honor guide our ascension."
— Sangheili Ranger's mantra.[2]

The Sangheili Rangers are a specialized Sangheili unit in the Covenant and the post-war Covenant remnant.[3] Within the Covenant, they are part of Fleet Security of the Covenant Special Warfare Group. Experts in extra-vehicular space and aerial combat, the Rangers are pose as a threat to ships, stations, as well as many other types of flightcrafts.

Role

As part of the Covenant's Fleet Security, the Rangers are tasked with the security of a fleet. This places the Rangers in a defensive role such as removing foreign forces from entering and/or commandeering the ship.[4] The Rangers can also perform offensive roles such as space insertion and demolition tasks.[5][6]

Operational history

The Rangers have been observed in various combat theatres such as the Fall of Reach, Operation: FIRST STRIKE, the Battle of Earth, the Battle of Installation 05, and the Battle of High Charity. The Rangers were also seen at the planet Reach when John-117 returned to the planet aboard the Ascendant Justice.

With the Sangheili's departure from the Covenant, the Rangers were replaced by the Jump Pack Jiralhanae and Yanme'e as aerial infantry units.

Equipment

The Rangers wear hermetically sealed combat armor that would allow them to work in the vacuum of space or other similarly hazardous environment.[7] In addition to this, the Rangers would be equipped with either a antigravity pack or a thruster pack, providing them greater mobility.

Like most Sangheili units, the Rangers utilize Plasma Rifles and Plasma Repeaters as their standard armament.[6][4] In some occasions, the Rangers would use the Focus Rifle and the Needle Rifle.[6][8]

Gameplay

A Ranger in mid-flight.

The Rangers will use their thruster packs to great effect in battle, using them to strafe while firing their weapons. In Halo 2 and Halo: Reach, their energy shield strength are similar to that of an Elite Minor. For combat, they are often seen dual-wielding plasma rifles (Halo 2) as well as using suppression rifles such as the Focus Rifle and the Needle Rifle.

Appearances

In Halo 2, the Rangers' combat armor design was a combination of the Flight Harness and the Assault Harness. This design was changed significantly in Halo: Reach where they now have their own unique armor design to distinguish themselves from the rest of the Sangheili units. This was carried on in Halo 4.

Warning: The following information is conjecture and does not necessarily represent official information.

Rangers in Halo: Reach wear a new type of helmet, bearing some resemblance to the MJOLNIR EVA helmet. This helmet may be the type worn by Rangers in Halo: The Fall of Reach, as the novel describes them as having transparent visors. It is quite possible that the armor types featured in Halo 2 and Halo: Reach are used synonymously by Rangers, as the one in Halo 2 seems more for low-altitude combat, whilst the armor seen in Halo: Reach appears to be designed for high-altitude and exo-atmospheric combat, with a vacuum-sealed helmet and suit similar to the MJOLNIR EVA equivalent. Template:Conjecture/end

Changes

Changes from Halo 2 to Halo: Reach

  • They now have their own armor design, capable of distinguishing them from the rest of the Covenant units.
  • They are a playable class in multiplayer and matchmaking.
  • They now use a wider range of weapons, including Plasma Repeaters, Needle Rifles, and Focus Rifles.
  • They are now equipped with thruster packs, restricting them to low-altitude flight.

Trivia

  • In Halo 2, the Rangers' eyes can be seen through their helmets' eye pieces.
  • In Halo 2, while firing, a Ranger wielding one weapon will have both hands affected by recoil, as if holding two weapons. This is probably because they often wield two Plasma Rifles,and the game does not support an animation with only one weapon.
  • In Halo: Reach, dead Rangers (or a player with this armor permutation) will have their mandibles protruding from their faceplate.
  • In Halo: Reach, there are special gold/yellow-armored Rangers known as BOBs. In the post-game carnage report, they are listed as Covenant vehicles.

Gallery

  • Concept art of a Sangheili Ranger's armor in Halo 4.

    Concept art of a Sangheili Ranger's armor in Halo 4.

  • Rangerelite2.jpg

    A Sangheili Ranger in Halo 2.

  • H2 Elite Ranger.png
  • Sangheili Ranger 01.png
  • A Sangheili Ranger in Halo: Reach.

    A Sangheili Ranger in Halo: Reach.

  • HReach - Ranger 2.png
  • HReach - Ranger Sangheili.png
  • A squad of Sangheili Rangers.

    A squad of Sangheili Rangers.

  • A Sangheili Ranger in Halo 4.

    A Sangheili Ranger in Halo 4.

  • A pair of Sangheili Rangers in Halo 4's Spartan Ops.

    A pair of Sangheili Rangers in Halo 4's Spartan Ops.

  • Halo ActionClix model of a Sangheili Ranger.

    Halo ActionClix model of a Sangheili Ranger.

List of appearances

Sources

  1. ^ a b c d Halo: The Essential Visual Guide, page 58
  2. ^ Halo: Reach, Armor description
  3. ^ Halo 4, Interactive Guide
  4. ^ a b Halo: Reach: Long Night of Solace (level)
  5. ^ Halo: The Fall of Reach, page ??
  6. ^ a b c Halo 2, Cairo Station
  7. ^ Halo: The Fall of Reach, page ??
  8. ^ Halo: Reach, Nightfall

See also

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