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*'''[[Honor Guard]]:''' The personal bodyguards of the Prophet Hierarchs, the Honor Guard wear distinct, ceremonial red armor, with glowing orange crests which are in some ways similar to Japanese samurai armor. They usually operate in teams of two, with one Honor Guard wielding an Energy Sword and another dual-wielding plasma rifles. However, in cinematics they are seen carrying [[Honor Guard Pike]]. They are known for their quick reflexes and extreme skill with [[Energy Sword]]s. It is unknown precisely what their rank is in relation to other Elites, but due to their less active (although religiously significant) role, it can be assumed that they are slightly below Zealots in the Covenant hierarchy. This however, is a big source of controversy due to the fact that to become an Honor Guard, they had to prove themselves worthy in battle and faith. Also due to the fact that they are the Prophet Hierarchs' personal bodyguards, it can be assumed that they must have a considerable amount of power. | *'''[[Honor Guard]]:''' The personal bodyguards of the Prophet Hierarchs, the Honor Guard wear distinct, ceremonial red armor, with glowing orange crests which are in some ways similar to Japanese samurai armor. They usually operate in teams of two, with one Honor Guard wielding an Energy Sword and another dual-wielding plasma rifles. However, in cinematics they are seen carrying [[Honor Guard Pike]]. They are known for their quick reflexes and extreme skill with [[Energy Sword]]s. It is unknown precisely what their rank is in relation to other Elites, but due to their less active (although religiously significant) role, it can be assumed that they are slightly below Zealots in the Covenant hierarchy. This however, is a big source of controversy due to the fact that to become an Honor Guard, they had to prove themselves worthy in battle and faith. Also due to the fact that they are the Prophet Hierarchs' personal bodyguards, it can be assumed that they must have a considerable amount of power. | ||
[[Image: | [[Image:Zealot.jpg|130px|thumb|A Zealot Commander.]] | ||
*'''[[Zealot]]/[[Field Master]]/[[Ship Master]]/[[Fleet Master]]/- Gold:''' The Generals and Admirals of the Covenant military; commanders of battalions, ships, and fleets. Field Masters are roughly equivalent to human Generals, although they take a more active role in combat; Ship Masters are the equivalent of Navy Captains or Commanders, and Fleet Masters are roughly equal in status to Rear Admirals. 'Zealot' is a term used to refer to gold-armored Elites as a group. Gold Elites are some of the toughest and most skilled Elites. In combat, they are constantly moving and seeking cover, making it difficult to maintain continuous fire on them. They also run faster than other Elites and the Master Chief, and fire in longer, more accurate bursts. Most Gold Elites fight with Energy Swords. Unlike other Elites, Gold Elites do not seem to throw any [[grenades]], nor will they ever board a friendly vehicle. In addition, they do not usually use guns when they receive them...except as makeshift clubs. They seem to prefer more visceral, close-range combat to the more impersonal gunplay of other Elites. They seem to have a somewhat higher constitution than the rest of the Elites. | *'''[[Zealot]]/[[Field Master]]/[[Ship Master]]/[[Fleet Master]]/- Gold:''' The Generals and Admirals of the Covenant military; commanders of battalions, ships, and fleets. Field Masters are roughly equivalent to human Generals, although they take a more active role in combat; Ship Masters are the equivalent of Navy Captains or Commanders, and Fleet Masters are roughly equal in status to Rear Admirals. 'Zealot' is a term used to refer to gold-armored Elites as a group. Gold Elites are some of the toughest and most skilled Elites. In combat, they are constantly moving and seeking cover, making it difficult to maintain continuous fire on them. They also run faster than other Elites and the Master Chief, and fire in longer, more accurate bursts. Most Gold Elites fight with Energy Swords. Unlike other Elites, Gold Elites do not seem to throw any [[grenades]], nor will they ever board a friendly vehicle. In addition, they do not usually use guns when they receive them...except as makeshift clubs. They seem to prefer more visceral, close-range combat to the more impersonal gunplay of other Elites. They seem to have a somewhat higher constitution than the rest of the Elites. | ||