Legion

A Legion is a division of Sangheili warriors. A Legion is usually led by a high ranking officer, such as a Zealot or an Ultra.

Background

The responsibilities and purposes of a Legion seem to vary. They are capable of performing tasks ranging from bridge-crew on starships to ground combat.

The violent nature of the Elite society likely demands that Legions should be capable of engaging in varied forms of combat.

Warrior Crèche

A Warrior Crèche is likely a type of Legion where newer warriors hone their combat skills before being assigned to a regular legion. Warrior crèches seem to be specifically used for ground combat, and are carried aboard Covenant Fleets should any ground actions be needed.

Known Legions

Combat Legions

• Dn'end Legion

Warrior Crèches

• N'Noro Warrior Crèche
• E'Toro Warrior Crèche
• R'Lan Warrior Crèche

There have been Forerunner legions. These were used to battle the Flood during the

Historical References

• The term Legion was originally used to describe an infantry unit in Ancient Rome; the general size of these units fluctuated during the military history of the Roman Empire between approximately 4500 and 5200 soldiers.

List of appearances

• Halo: Ghosts of Onyx (First appearance)

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