Krith
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Killed by Ripa 'Moramee |
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Male[2] |
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Prince[3] |
Krith was a notorious Kig-Yar pirate lord within the Covenant empire's domain. He has been referred to by varying titles, including that of a pirate-lord,[1] a pirate prince,[2][3] and a Pirate King.[4][5]
Biography[edit]
Krith's origins lie in his early career as a pirate, where over time he amassed a following and personal vaults that contained various weapons, including a personalized Zubo-pattern beam rifle known as "Krith's Left Hand".[5] This rifle was so-named by his followers in respect to Krith's skill as a sniper, and named his "Left Hand" to to his typical favour of his right.[6]
As his power grew, Krith began to openly challenge the Covenant. According to the records of the Mind Talon, Krith rose to infamy when he launched a raid on several Forerunner reliquaries under the control of the Ministry of Fervent Intercession, using his Left Hand beam rifle to assassinate a San'Shyuum Minor Prophet. After this he was publicly declared a heretic, though this did not quell his ambitions. Later in life, Krith sought to claim the world of Malurok as his own and attempted (though failed) to strike an alliance with a Yanme'e Queen with the intent of overthrowing the Sangheili who ruled the world.[6] However, this rebellion was put down at great cost by Ripa 'Moramee, a Sangheili warlord serving the Ministry of Preservation.[3] 'Moramee led a legion of Sangheili on Malurok against Krith's own forces,[3] butchering the infamous pirate and his allies.[1]
This conflict reduced 'Moramee's legion to a handful of hardened killers, but cemented his reputation for ruthlessness.[1] After Krith's defeat, 'Moramee raided the pirate prince's personal vaults, retrieving Krith's Left Hand.[5] Years later, 'Moramee's success in overthrowing Krith would influence the Hierarchs' decision to grant him the rank of Arbiter.[3]
In the decades following his death, Krith's life tale would be retold many times. With each retelling, certain details were exaggerated or forgotten, yet Krith remained a source of inspiration for those bound to the Covenant who dared to dream of disobedience and independence.[6]
Gallery[edit]
Krith's Left Hand, a unique particle beam rifle owned by Krith.
Ripa 'Moramee and his Sangheili legion engaged in combat against Krith's pirate forces.
List of appearances[edit]
- Halo Wars: Genesis (First appearance)
- Halo 5: Guardians (Mentioned only)
Sources[edit]
- ^ a b c d Halo Waypoint, Canon Fodder - What Once Was Lost (Retrieved on Nov 8, 2020) [archive]
- ^ a b c d Halo: The Essential Visual Guide, page 10
- ^ a b c d e Halo Wars: Genesis
- ^ Halo 5: Guardians, REQ card: Krith's Left Hand description "Reclaimed from the notorious Kig-Yar Pirate King's personal vaults by the previous Arbiter, Ripa 'Moramee. Advanced Beam Rifle that fires a burst of energy with each pull of the trigger."
- ^ a b c Halo Waypoint, Canon Fodder - Locke & Load (Retrieved on Nov 8, 2020) [archive]
- ^ a b c Halo Waypoint, Canon Fodder - Joyeuse Occasions (Retrieved on Nov 19, 2025) [archive]
