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The exact fate of the Jiralhanae race after the disastrous defeat at [[Installation 00|the Ark]] is unknown, but it is extremely unlikely that they would completely surrender or retreat, or that the Sangheili would allow them to; though some surrendered and were willing to work for the Sangheili.

[[Unidentified Sangheili Shipmaster (Righteous Vigilance)|A Sangheili shipmaster]] visiting [[Kholo]] noted that at least some Jiralhanae factions had separated from the Covenant and were waging an internecine war against each other. When the remaining [[San 'Shyuum]] retreated into hiding, they returned to their primitive savage nature, allowing the Sangheili to gain the upper hand in battle.<ref>'''[[Halo: Evolutions - Essential Tales of the Halo Universe]]''', ''[[The Return]]''</ref> There were several Jiralhanae, such as [[Manus]] and the crew of the ''[[Piety]]'', who remained loyal to their Sangheili commanders after the split of the Covenant.<ref>'''Halo: Glasslands''', ''page ???''</ref> In March 2553, Jiralhanae servants on [[Sanghelios]] launched insurgent attacks, which resulted in the death of dozens of Sangheili in [[Ontom]].<ref>'''[[Halo: The Thursday War]]'''</ref> Several Jiralhanae were present during the [[Battle of Draetheus V]] fighting on the behalf of the [[Covenant remnant]]. Sometime after the [[Second Battle of Requiem]] at least some Jiralhanae were willing to begin peace talks with Arbiter Thel 'Vadam onboard the ~~[[UNSC~~ Infinity]].<ref>[http://www.darkhorse.com/Blog/1442/dark-horse-announces-all-new-halo-ongoing-series-e Dark Horse Announces All-New Halo Ongoing Series: Escalation!]</ref>

[[Unidentified Sangheili Shipmaster (Righteous Vigilance)|A Sangheili shipmaster]] visiting [[Kholo]] noted that at least some Jiralhanae factions had separated from the Covenant and were waging an internecine war against each other. When the remaining [[San 'Shyuum]] retreated into hiding, they returned to their primitive savage nature, allowing the Sangheili to gain the upper hand in battle.<ref>'''[[Halo: Evolutions - Essential Tales of the Halo Universe]]''', ''[[The Return]]''</ref> There were several Jiralhanae, such as [[Manus]] and the crew of the ''[[Piety]]'', who remained loyal to their Sangheili commanders after the split of the Covenant.<ref>'''Halo: Glasslands''', ''page ???''</ref> In March 2553, Jiralhanae servants on [[Sanghelios]] launched insurgent attacks, which resulted in the death of dozens of Sangheili in [[Ontom]].<ref>'''[[Halo: The Thursday War]]'''</ref> Several Jiralhanae were present during the [[Battle of Draetheus V]] fighting on the behalf of the [[Covenant remnant|resurgent Covenant]]. Sometime after the [[Second Battle of Requiem]], at least some Jiralhanae were willing to begin peace talks with Arbiter Thel 'Vadam onboard the {{UNSCShip|Infinity}}.<ref>[http://www.darkhorse.com/Blog/1442/dark-horse-announces-all-new-halo-ongoing-series-e Dark Horse Announces All-New Halo Ongoing Series: Escalation!]</ref>

== Description ==

Jiralhanae are mammalian in appearance and share physical characteristics with [[Earth]]'s gorillas, rhinoceros, and bears; due to their bear-like features, they are designated as pseudo-ursines.<ref>[http://www.bungie.net/projects/reach/article.aspx?ucc=enemies&cid=28450 '''Bungie.net''': ''Halo: Reach, Brute'']</ref> They have thick, gray skin, and are covered with matted black, tan, or brown fur. The majority of Jiralhanae shave their fur, with higher-ranking individuals sporting beards or mohawks. As they age, their hair will change to a grayish-silver color.

Their large, stocky appearance is most likely due to the gravity on their planet, which is about twice the gravity of that on [[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. In battle, they are prone to fits of berserk rage, and will proceed to rush at and pummel any targets within reach with terrifying aggression.

Their large, stocky appearance is most likely due to the gravity on their planet, which is about twice the gravity of that on 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. In battle, they are prone to fits of berserk rage, and will proceed to rush at and pummel any targets within reach with terrifying aggression.

Jiralhanae are carnivorous, as suggested by their fearsome fanged jaws and propensity for violence. They are known to eat the flesh of their enemies, such as [[human]]s, and have been seen eating the meat of a [[Thorn Beast]], apparently considered a delicacy among Brutes.<ref>'''[[Halo: Contact Harvest]]''', ''page 195''</ref> A Jiralhanae once stated he would have gladly devoured [[Thel 'Vadam|the future Arbiter]], had he been allowed.<ref>'''[[Halo 2]]''', campaign level ''[[The Arbiter]]'' (Brute: ''"Them? What about us? My belly aches, and his flesh is seared just the way I like it."'')</ref>

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 The exact fate of the Jiralhanae race after the disastrous defeat at [[Installation 00|the Ark]] is unknown, but it is extremely unlikely that they would completely surrender or retreat, or that the Sangheili would allow them to; though some surrendered and were willing to work for the Sangheili.
-[[Unidentified Sangheili Shipmaster (Righteous Vigilance)|A Sangheili shipmaster]] visiting [[Kholo]] noted that at least some Jiralhanae factions had separated from the Covenant and were waging an internecine war against each other. When the remaining [[San 'Shyuum]] retreated into hiding, they returned to their primitive savage nature, allowing the Sangheili to gain the upper hand in battle.<ref>'''[[Halo: Evolutions - Essential Tales of the Halo Universe]]''', ''[[The Return]]''</ref> There were several Jiralhanae, such as [[Manus]] and the crew of the ''[[Piety]]'', who remained loyal to their Sangheili commanders after the split of the Covenant.<ref>'''Halo: Glasslands''', ''page ???''</ref> In March 2553, Jiralhanae servants on [[Sanghelios]] launched insurgent attacks, which resulted in the death of dozens of Sangheili in [[Ontom]].<ref>'''[[Halo: The Thursday War]]'''</ref> Several Jiralhanae were present during the [[Battle of Draetheus V]] fighting on the behalf of the [[Covenant remnant]]. Sometime after the [[Second Battle of Requiem]] at least some Jiralhanae were willing to begin peace talks with Arbiter Thel 'Vadam onboard the [[UNSC Infinity]].<ref>[http://www.darkhorse.com/Blog/1442/dark-horse-announces-all-new-halo-ongoing-series-e Dark Horse Announces All-New Halo Ongoing Series: Escalation!]</ref>
+[[Unidentified Sangheili Shipmaster (Righteous Vigilance)|A Sangheili shipmaster]] visiting [[Kholo]] noted that at least some Jiralhanae factions had separated from the Covenant and were waging an internecine war against each other. When the remaining [[San 'Shyuum]] retreated into hiding, they returned to their primitive savage nature, allowing the Sangheili to gain the upper hand in battle.<ref>'''[[Halo: Evolutions - Essential Tales of the Halo Universe]]''', ''[[The Return]]''</ref> There were several Jiralhanae, such as [[Manus]] and the crew of the ''[[Piety]]'', who remained loyal to their Sangheili commanders after the split of the Covenant.<ref>'''Halo: Glasslands''', ''page ???''</ref> In March 2553, Jiralhanae servants on [[Sanghelios]] launched insurgent attacks, which resulted in the death of dozens of Sangheili in [[Ontom]].<ref>'''[[Halo: The Thursday War]]'''</ref> Several Jiralhanae were present during the [[Battle of Draetheus V]] fighting on the behalf of the [[Covenant remnant|resurgent Covenant]]. Sometime after the [[Second Battle of Requiem]], at least some Jiralhanae were willing to begin peace talks with Arbiter Thel 'Vadam onboard the {{UNSCShip|Infinity}}.<ref>[http://www.darkhorse.com/Blog/1442/dark-horse-announces-all-new-halo-ongoing-series-e Dark Horse Announces All-New Halo Ongoing Series: Escalation!]</ref>
 == Description ==
 Jiralhanae are mammalian in appearance and share physical characteristics with [[Earth]]'s gorillas, rhinoceros, and bears; due to their bear-like features, they are designated as pseudo-ursines.<ref>[http://www.bungie.net/projects/reach/article.aspx?ucc=enemies&cid=28450 '''Bungie.net''': ''Halo: Reach, Brute'']</ref> They have thick, gray skin, and are covered with matted black, tan, or brown fur. The majority of Jiralhanae shave their fur, with higher-ranking individuals sporting beards or mohawks. As they age, their hair will change to a grayish-silver color.
-Their large, stocky appearance is most likely due to the gravity on their planet, which is about twice the gravity of that on [[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. In battle, they are prone to fits of berserk rage, and will proceed to rush at and pummel any targets within reach with terrifying aggression.
+Their large, stocky appearance is most likely due to the gravity on their planet, which is about twice the gravity of that on 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. In battle, they are prone to fits of berserk rage, and will proceed to rush at and pummel any targets within reach with terrifying aggression.
 Jiralhanae are carnivorous, as suggested by their fearsome fanged jaws and propensity for violence. They are known to eat the flesh of their enemies, such as [[human]]s, and have been seen eating the meat of a [[Thorn Beast]], apparently considered a delicacy among Brutes.<ref>'''[[Halo: Contact Harvest]]''', ''page 195''</ref> A Jiralhanae once stated he would have gladly devoured [[Thel 'Vadam|the future Arbiter]], had he been allowed.<ref>'''[[Halo 2]]''', campaign level ''[[The Arbiter]]'' (Brute: ''"Them? What about us? My belly aches, and his flesh is seared just the way I like it."'')</ref>