Sangheili Zealot

Summary
A "Zealot" is a rank of Covenant Elite. It is a very high rank and is usually given to Elites who have killed many humans. They wear distinct gold armor and their shields are far more powerful than their lower ranked counterparts in that they usually recharge faster, and are customarily protected with an Overshield. In the rank ladder of the Elite, they are 3rd down only looking up to only Honor Guards and Councillors. They are one step higher than 'Ultras'.

Combat
They are often found wielding a Energy Sword and when found holding a Plasma Rifle they fire at a very fast rate. Much faster than lower Elites, they are also far harder to hit and duck behind obstacles to avoid fire. When found with Energy Swords they are highly dangerous and should be dealt with quickly.

They are very powerful and smart, and are a force to be reckoned with.

Titles
Because "Zealot" is the highest military grade for an Elite, there appear to be a variety of rank titles for Zealot Elites, and some Zealots are subservient to others. Some of the known titles include:


 * Supreme Commander: These are the highest known titles for Zealot Elites. Supreme commanders are in charge of entire fleets of starships, as well as all ground forces within those fleets. The only known supreme commander was the Arbiter, being in charge of the Fleet of Particular Justice.


 * Ship Master: This rank is equivalent to the UNSC naval "Captain". Ship Masters command Starships within the Covenant, but they still fall under the command of their fleet's Supreme Commander. An example of this is Orna 'Fulsamee, who was the ship master of the Truth and Reconciliation.


 * Field Master: This rank is equivalent to the UNSC Marine "General". Field Masters command entire armies, battalion strength or greater. They are in charge of all warriors of any race within that army, as well as all armor, air support, and material utilized by that army. An example of this is Noga 'Putumee, who led forces against the humans on Installation 04.

Known Zealots

 * The Arbiter, former Supreme Commander of the Fleet of Paticular Justice
 * Noga 'Putumee
 * Orna 'Fulsamee, Shipmaster of the Truth and Reconciliation

Related Links

 * Elites