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.

Combat legions

 * Dn'end Legion

Warrior crèches

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

Historical references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, the equivalent of large regiments or brigades in the UNSC Army and Marine Corps.

List of appearances

 * Halo: Ghosts of Onyx

Related links

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