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===Post-war=== | ===Post-war=== | ||
After the Covenant's [[Battle of Installation 00|disastrous defeat]] at [[Installation 00|the Ark]], Jiralhanae society splintered among many tribes. | After the Covenant's [[Battle of Installation 00|disastrous defeat]] at [[Installation 00|the Ark]], Jiralhanae society splintered among many tribes. A large number of Jiralhanae returned to Doisac, where they continued to fight among themselves as the organization imposed on the species by the Covenant fell apart.<ref name="wp jiralhanae"/> Many Jiralhanae refused to cease their campaigning against the [[Sangheili]] and the two species remained locked in an [[Great Schism|irregular conflict]] for [[Post-Covenant War conflicts|years to come]]. When the remaining [[San'Shyuum]] retreated into hiding, the Jiralhanae returned to their primitive, savage nature, allowing the Sangheili to gain the upper hand in battle. [[Unidentified Shipmaster (Righteous Vigilance)|A Sangheili shipmaster]] visiting [[Kholo]] noted that at least some Jiralhanae factions had separated from those loyal to the former Covenant and were waging an internecine war against each other and thus the Brutes like their Elite counterparts, were fighting in a two-front war.<ref name="ret">'''[[Halo: Evolutions]]''', ''[[The Return]]''</ref> Additionally, due to the Jiralhanae's lack of advanced technology, they were unable to attain resources or even food for themselves, instead resorting to raids on Sangheili settlements. This, in turn, only served to provoke further violence between the two species.<ref name="esc1"/> Jiralhanae clans hidden in corners throughout the [[Orion Arm]] continued to gather strength, intent on resuming the work of the dissolved Covenant.<ref>[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/factions/covenant '''Halo Waypoint''': ''Covenant'']</ref> There were some exceptions, however. On [[2558#March|March 5, 2558]], the Jiralhanae Chieftain [[Lydus]] represented a [[Lydus' clan|polity]] of Jiralhanae willing to begin peace talks with the Swords of Sanghelios and the UNSC on [[Ealen IV]].<ref name="esc1"/> However, initial peace talks were foiled by [[Vata 'Gajat's mercenary group|a mercenary group]] hired by the human [[New Colonial Alliance]].<ref name="esc3">'''Halo: Escalation''', ''[[Halo: Escalation Issue 3|Issue #3]]''</ref> | ||
The [[Banished]], a mercenary organization that had broken away from the Covenant during the war, is led by and predominantly composed of Jiralhanae. They began to amass a considerable degree of power in the war's aftermath, even invading and occupying [[the Ark]] in [[2559]].<ref>'''Halo Wars 2''', campaign level ''[[A New Enemy]]''</ref> At least some Jiralhanae allied with various [[Covenant remnants|remnants of the Covenant]]; some fought on behalf of [[Merg Vol]]'s [[Merg Vol's Covenant|forces]] during the [[Battle of Draetheus V]] in [[2554]], and others fought in the [[Battle of Installation 03]] as part of [[Jul 'Mdama's Covenant]] in [[2557]]. A number of Jiralhanae, such as [[Manus]] and the crew of ''[[Piety]]'', remained loyal to their Sangheili commanders after the split of the Covenant.<ref>'''Halo: Glasslands''', ''page 225''</ref><ref name="wp jiralhanae"/> Many others served the Sangheili as security guards and servants on [[Sanghelios]]. However, this did not come without conflict. In [[2553#March|March 2553]], Jiralhanae servants in the state of [[Ontom]] launched [[terrorism|insurgent attacks]], which resulted in the death of dozens of Sangheili. Their revolt was quickly quelled by the city militia.<ref>'''[[Halo: The Thursday War]]''', ''pages 22-23''</ref> | The [[Banished]], a mercenary organization that had broken away from the Covenant during the war, is led by and predominantly composed of Jiralhanae. They began to amass a considerable degree of power in the war's aftermath, even invading and occupying [[the Ark]] in [[2559]].<ref>'''Halo Wars 2''', campaign level ''[[A New Enemy]]''</ref> At least some Jiralhanae allied with various [[Covenant remnants|remnants of the Covenant]]; some fought on behalf of [[Merg Vol]]'s [[Merg Vol's Covenant|forces]] during the [[Battle of Draetheus V]] in [[2554]], and others fought in the [[Battle of Installation 03]] as part of [[Jul 'Mdama's Covenant]] in [[2557]]. A number of Jiralhanae, such as [[Manus]] and the crew of ''[[Piety]]'', remained loyal to their Sangheili commanders after the split of the Covenant.<ref>'''Halo: Glasslands''', ''page 225''</ref><ref name="wp jiralhanae"/> Many others served the Sangheili as security guards and servants on [[Sanghelios]]. However, this did not come without conflict. In [[2553#March|March 2553]], Jiralhanae servants in the state of [[Ontom]] launched [[terrorism|insurgent attacks]], which resulted in the death of dozens of Sangheili. Their revolt was quickly quelled by the city militia.<ref>'''[[Halo: The Thursday War]]''', ''pages 22-23''</ref> | ||
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===Anatomy and physiology=== | ===Anatomy and physiology=== | ||
[[File:H2A - Tartarus with Rukt.jpg|thumb|250px|Tartarus, Chieftain of the Jiralhanae, and gained more power with the outbreak of the Great Schism.]] | [[File:H2A - Tartarus with Rukt.jpg|thumb|250px|Tartarus, Chieftain of the Jiralhanae, and gained more power with the outbreak of the Great Schism.]] | ||
Jiralhanae are a carnivorous, [[Sentience|sapient]] species of mammals<ref name="BES"/> who share physical characteristics with [[Earth]]'s gorillas, rhinoceros, and bears; due to their bear-like features, they are designated pseudo-ursines.<ref name="wp jiralhanae"/> They have thick skin that ranges in color from dark grey to dark and light brown and makes them highly resistant to harm,<ref name="ENC142"/> and their bodies are covered with matted tan,<ref name="journey"/> grey,<ref name="changeguard"/> white, brown<ref name="Heretic">'''Halo 2''', campaign level, ''[[The Heretic]]''</ref> or black fur.<ref name="wp jiralhanae"/> Some Jiralhanae, such as those of the [[Vheiloth|Vheiloth skein]], shave their fur,<ref>'''Halo: Evolutions''', "[[Stomping on the Heels of a Fuss]]"</ref> with higher-ranking individuals sporting beards or mohawks.<ref name="Heretic"/> Pale fur and skin are considered extremely rare.<ref>'''Halo: Broken Circle''', ''page 198 | Jiralhanae are a carnivorous, [[Sentience|sapient]] species of mammals<ref name="BES"/> who share physical characteristics with [[Earth]]'s gorillas, rhinoceros, and bears; due to their bear-like features, they are designated pseudo-ursines.<ref name="wp jiralhanae"/> They have thick skin that ranges in color from dark grey to dark and light brown and makes them highly resistant to harm,<ref name="ENC142"/> and their bodies are covered with matted tan,<ref name="journey"/> grey,<ref name="changeguard"/> white, brown<ref name="Heretic">'''Halo 2''', campaign level, ''[[The Heretic]]''</ref> or black fur.<ref name="wp jiralhanae"/> Some Jiralhanae, such as those of the [[Vheiloth|Vheiloth skein]], shave their fur,<ref>'''Halo: Evolutions''', "[[Stomping on the Heels of a Fuss]]"</ref> with higher-ranking individuals sporting beards or mohawks.<ref name="Heretic"/> Pale fur and skin are considered extremely rare.<ref>'''Halo: Broken Circle''', ''page 198''</ref> | ||
Their large, stocky appearance is most likely due to the gravity on their planet, which is about twice that of Earth. Jiralhanae are immensely strong, hence the "Brute" moniker, and are capable of delivering crushing blows in hand-to-hand combat. Their teeth are very sharp, and are frequently used as natural weapons. They are prone to fits of berserk rage in battle; Brutes often rush at and pummel any targets within reach with terrifying aggression. Jiralhanae have three digits on each hand including opposable thumbs. As such they can make use of a variety of weapons both of Covenant and human design. Their feet have only two digits, each with thick, hardened claws.<ref name="wp jiralhanae"/> Jiralhanae blood is purplish-red. | Their large, stocky appearance is most likely due to the gravity on their planet, which is about twice that of Earth. Jiralhanae are immensely strong, hence the "Brute" moniker, and are capable of delivering crushing blows in hand-to-hand combat. Their teeth are very sharp, and are frequently used as natural weapons. They are prone to fits of berserk rage in battle; Brutes often rush at and pummel any targets within reach with terrifying aggression. Jiralhanae have three digits on each hand including opposable thumbs. As such they can make use of a variety of weapons both of Covenant and human design. Their feet have only two digits, each with thick, hardened claws.<ref name="wp jiralhanae"/> Jiralhanae blood is purplish-red. | ||
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==Command structure== | ==Command structure== | ||
[[File:HGN-Concept-Tartarus-Crop.jpg|thumb|225px|Tartarus, Chieftain of the Jiralhanae.]] | [[File:HGN-Concept-Tartarus-Crop.jpg|thumb|225px|Tartarus, Chieftain of the Jiralhanae.]] | ||
The Jiralhanae species is arranged in a [[pack]] society, based on a hierarchy determined by viciousness, physical abilities, and number of kills in combat.<ref name="enc144">'''Halo Encyclopedia''', ''page 144''</ref> A "pack master" leads Jiralhanae packs. A [[Jiralhanae Chieftain|chieftain]] will frequently be addressed as such while issuing orders during combat. When the Jiralhanae were first incorporated into the [[Covenant military]], a number of pre-existing roles that already existed in Jiralhanae society were adopted by the [[Covenant]]. These include the ranks of chieftain, [[Jiralhanae Captain|captain]], [[Jiralhanae Stalker|Stalker]], [[Jiralhanae Major|major]], and [[Jiralhanae Minor|minor]]. The ranks became more formalized under the Covenant's rule and they were splintered into numerous varieties based on their skein of origin, and its functional and organizational placement. Other time, many Jiralhanae ranks evolved or developed. After the [[Human-Covenant War]] and the Covenant's demise, most of the ranks and organization established by the Covenant ceased to exist | The Jiralhanae species is arranged in a [[pack]] society, based on a hierarchy determined by viciousness, physical abilities, and number of kills in combat.<ref name="enc144">'''Halo Encyclopedia''', ''page 144''</ref> A "pack master" leads Jiralhanae packs. A [[Jiralhanae Chieftain|chieftain]] will frequently be addressed as such while issuing orders during combat. When the Jiralhanae were first incorporated into the [[Covenant military]], a number of pre-existing roles that already existed in Jiralhanae society were adopted by the [[Covenant]]. These include the ranks of chieftain, [[Jiralhanae Captain|captain]], [[Jiralhanae Stalker|Stalker]], [[Jiralhanae Major|major]], and [[Jiralhanae Minor|minor]]. The ranks became more formalized under the Covenant's rule and they were splintered into numerous varieties based on their skein of origin, and its functional and organizational placement. Other time, many Jiralhanae ranks evolved or developed. After the [[Human-Covenant War]] and the Covenant's demise, most of the ranks and organization established by the Covenant ceased to exist with many Jiralhanae returning to [[Doisac]] and others serving in various [[Covenant remnant]] groups.<ref name="wp jiralhanae"/> | ||
===Cultural and political titles=== | ===Cultural and political titles=== | ||
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;[[Shipmaster]] | ;[[Shipmaster]] | ||
:The title of shipmaster was simply used only to describe a Jiralhanae that commanded a ship, as most Jiralhanae shipmasters additionally held the title of Chieftain. Jiralhanae did not rise to the position of shipmaster as commonly as Sangheili or Kig-Yar did. When given the role of shipmaster, the Sangheili usually disabled much of the ship's weaponry and only crewed the vessel with Unggoy and [[Yanme'e]].<ref>'''Halo: Contact Harvest''', ''page 226''</ref> Prior to the beginning of the Great Schism, many Sangheili shipmasters were replaced with Jiralhanae.<ref>'''[[Halo Wars]]''', ''[[Halo Wars Timeline Events|Timeline]]''</ref> | :The title of shipmaster was simply used only to describe a Jiralhanae that commanded a ship, as most Jiralhanae shipmasters additionally held the title of Chieftain. Jiralhanae did not rise to the position of shipmaster as commonly as Sangheili or Kig-Yar did. When given the role of shipmaster, the Sangheili usually disabled much of the ship's weaponry and only crewed the vessel with Unggoy and [[Yanme'e]].<ref>'''Halo: Contact Harvest''', ''page 226''</ref> Prior to the beginning of the Great Schism, many Sangheili shipmasters were replaced with Jiralhanae.<ref>'''[[Halo Wars]]''', ''[[Halo Wars Timeline Events|Timeline]]''</ref> | ||
==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||