Lance of the Writhing Star

The Lance of the Writhing Star are a clan of Jiralhanae and a constituent of the Banished alliance.

Second Ark Conflict
Forces of the Lance of the Writhing Star were a part of the expeditionary force assembled by Atriox and brought to the Ark aboard the, Enduring Conviction. By mid-2559, a force of Writhing Star warriors led by Zeretus were ordered to investigate the resting site of the, Anodyne Spirit - with the aims of securing a slipspace crystal to open a slipspace portal back into the Milky Way.

During the raid, the forces encountered a contingent of remnant Covenant loyalist troops led by the Prelate, Dhas Bhasvod. A skirmish erupted and caused the group considerable losses, though they were able to escape with their objectives achieved.

Zeta Halo
With their successful (albeit costly) mission at Anodyne Spirit achieved, Captain Zeretus was chosen by Atriox to accompany him to Reach as a part of the Exodus Guard, and later on Zeta Halo. During the Battle for Zeta Halo, Zeretus would meet his end at the hands of the Master Chief.

Organisation
The Lance of the Writhing Star are divided into a number of subordinate units including at least three combat elements and their constituent packs.
 * First combat element
 * Second combat element
 * Third combat element
 * Eta Pack - led by Captain Zeretus

Personnel

 * Bomarus
 * Burekos
 * Choros
 * Minas
 * Sopruuz
 * Zeretus

List of appearances

 * Halo: Shadows of Reach
 * Sacrifice
 * Halo Infinite