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An '''Identity Disk''' is carried by few [[Covenant]] [[Elite]]s for security purposes. The Identity Disk is a small diskette that is meant to be read on a handheld reader. It contains information on its holder's name, rank, etc.<ref name="zam">'''[[Halo: The Flood]]''', | An '''Identity Disk''' is carried by few [[Covenant]] [[Elite]]s for security purposes. The Identity Disk is a small diskette that is meant to be read on a handheld reader. It contains information on its holder's name, rank, etc.<ref name="zam">'''[[Halo: The Flood]]''', page 93</ref> It is similar to the concept of the [[Dog Tag]] used by the [[UNSC Marine Corps]]. | ||
These are not often used, except when utmost formality is at hand, such as when an Elite wishes to meet with [[Prophets]] or other members of the [[High Council]]. In this case, they are also used in coordination with the [[DNA slot]] machines, to ensure the safety of the Prophets and Council members.<ref name="zam"/> | These are not often used, except when utmost formality is at hand, such as when an Elite wishes to meet with [[Prophets]] or other members of the [[High Council]]. In this case, they are also used in coordination with the [[DNA slot]] machines, to ensure the safety of the Prophets and Council members.<ref name="zam"/> | ||
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Template:Ratings An Identity Disk is carried by few Covenant Elites for security purposes. The Identity Disk is a small diskette that is meant to be read on a handheld reader. It contains information on its holder's name, rank, etc.[1] It is similar to the concept of the Dog Tag used by the UNSC Marine Corps.
These are not often used, except when utmost formality is at hand, such as when an Elite wishes to meet with Prophets or other members of the High Council. In this case, they are also used in coordination with the DNA slot machines, to ensure the safety of the Prophets and Council members.[1]
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- ^ a b Halo: The Flood, page 93
