Editing Ossoona

{{Status|Canon}}
{{Unit infobox
|variant=Cov
|image=[[File:HTMCC H3 OssoonaHarness Crop.png|x500px]]<br/>An example of a Sangheili wearing the [[Ossoona harness]]; one of many types favoured by the Ossoonas.{{Ref/Reuse|CFAoW}}
|species=[[Sangheili]]
|affiliation=*[[Covenant]]{{Ref/Reuse|TF1}}
*[[Jul 'Mdama's Covenant]]{{Ref/Reuse|H5G}}
|branch=[[Special Warfare Group]]/[[Fleet Security]]{{Ref/Reuse|CEALibrary}}
|mission=Espionage, spywork and infiltration{{Ref/Reuse|TF1}}
|notable=*[[Isna 'Nosolee]]
*[[Ahta 'Ozoni]]
}}
'''Ossoona''' was a temporary title within the [[Covenant military]] granted to select [[Sangheili]] [[Stealth Sangheili|Stealth]] warriors within [[Fleet Security]].{{Ref/Book|Id=Enc11|Enc11|Page=112}}{{Ref/Reuse|CEALibrary}} They were given [[active camouflage]] and sent on espionage missions. The term "Ossoona" translates to "Eye of the Prophet" in the [[Sangheili (language)|Covenant language]].{{Ref/Reuse|TF1}}

==Overview==
===Roles and responsibilities===
Ossoona translates to "Eye of the Prophet"; a temporary role granted directly to a given [[Sangheili]] warrior to act directly as the [[Prophet]]'s intelligence-gathering source within the battlefield, similar to an [[Eye]]. The concept dictates inserting experienced Sangheili officers into situations where intelligence can be gleaned, and early enough that high-quality information can be obtained. The role is assigned due to the Prophets' feelings that typical Sangheili deployments have a tendency to cause massive destruction - leaving little behind for intelligence-gathering operations.{{Ref/Novel|Id=TF1|HTF|Chapter=1}}

Ossoona was considered a temporary assignment within the Covenant, with an experienced [[Major (Covenant)|Major]]{{Ref/Reuse|Enc11}} lifted out of his regular infantry unit to serve in the role as needed before being returned to normal duty. However, the often non-combat nature of the deployments left the personnel fulfilling them little honor to gain.{{Ref/Reuse|TF1}} The role was typically only granted for the duration of a single mission, though select circumstances did allow for the title to be retained should it be necessary.{{Ref/Reuse|Enc11}}

===Organisation===
Ossoonas are grouped under the wider grouping of [[Stealth Sangheili]], under the [[Special Warfare Group]], though report directly through [[Fleet Security]].{{Ref/Game|Id=CEALibrary|HCEA|[[Library (feature)|Library]] - Stealth Elite}} Ossoonas are typically lifted from personnel holding the rank of [[Major (Covenant)|Major]].{{Ref/Reuse|Enc11}} 

Given their mission, it is likely that Ossoonas are lifted specifically from Stealth Sangheili personnel holding this rank, rather than regular infantry as a whole.

===History===
Ossoonas were employed late during the [[Human-Covenant War]]. During the [[Battle of Installation 04]], the Sangheili [[Isna 'Nosolee]] was granted the title of Ossoona by the [[Minister of Etiology]] during the [[Battle over Installation 04|boarding actions]] of the {{UNSCShip|Pillar of Autumn}}. 'Nosolee was deployed onto the ship to attempt to capture the [[Cortana|ship's AI]] and other critical command personnel, though was ultimately killed by [[Jacob Keyes]] after boarding the command lifeboat. 

Despite the [[High Prophet of Truth]] expelling the entire Sangheili species during [[Great Schism]], some Ossoona had committed actions that were deemed "traitorous" to other Sangheili [[Covenant separatists|rebelling forces]]. Because of this, many Ossoona were collectively branded as traitors of the [[keep]] and hunted down in the [[Post-Covenant War conflicts|post-war]] era.{{Ref/Reuse|CFAoW}}{{Ref/Game|Id=H3Desc|H3|Armor customization (Halo 3)|Armory|Detail=[[Ossoona harness]] - Armor Description|Quote=One of the harness patterns favored by the "Eyes of the Prophets," many who once held this title are now considered enemies of the keep for traitorous actions during the Great Schism.}} While the reputation of the role had been tarnished, it continued to see usage in the post-Covenant era. [[Jul 'Mdama's Covenant]] faction notably made use of the Ossoona role during the [[Battle of Nuusra]]; during the conflict at least one Ossoona was employed to scout out [[Thel 'Vadam]]'s camp, wherein he recommended that the Arbiter be assassinated.{{Ref/Game|Id=H5G|H5G|What=Mission Intel|Detail=Covenant Attack Plan}}

==Equipment==
The Ossoonas favoured several designs of [[Sangheili harness]], including one [[Ossoona harness|eponymous variant]].{{Ref/Site|Id=CFAoW|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/art-of-wort|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Canon Fodder - Art of Wort|D=21|M=5|Y=2021}}{{Ref/Reuse|H3Desc}} Ossoonas are equipped with [[active camouflage]] systems and [[energy shielding]], though only minimal weaponry as befitting their role as intelligence-gathering scouts rather than assault infantry. One Ossoona, [[Isna 'Nosolee]], deployed into battle armed only with a [[Type-25 plasma pistol|plasma pistol]] and half a dozen [[Type-1 Anskum-pattern plasma grenade|plasma grenades]]. Additionally, Ossoonas are equipped with [[Helmet recorder]] attached to their helmets.{{Ref/Reuse|TF1}} Other Ossoona may be deployed with no weapons at all.{{Ref/Reuse|CEALibrary}}

==Known personnel==
*[[Isna 'Nosolee]]
*[[Ahta 'Ozoni]]

==Gallery==
<gallery>
File:HTMCC H3 Ossoona Multiplayer.png|A Sangheili employing the Ossoona harness in ''[[Halo 3]]'' multiplayer.
File:H3 Orbital Ossoona Screenshot 1.png|A Sangheili employing the Ossoona harness and active camouflage in ''Halo 3''.
</gallery>

==List of appearances==
*''[[Halo: The Flood]]'' {{1st}}
*''[[Halo 3]]'' {{Mo|MCC}}
*''[[Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary]]''
**''[[Library (feature)|Library]]'' {{Mo}}
*''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]''

==Sources==
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{{Sangheili Ranks}}