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===Installation 05===

Shortly after Regret's death, Resken met with G'torik 'Klemmee and Torg 'Gransamee in one of High Charity's [[Hanging Gardens]]. While listening for potential eavesdroppers, the three discussed recent events. Resken considered the possibility that the loss of Installation 04 was perhaps indicative of the fact that the Covenant was unfit to undertake the [[Covenant religion#The Great Journey|Great Journey]] at that time due to a lack of spiritual unworthiness, citing an [[Mission to Janjur Qom|event]] during the early days of the Covenant where they had lost a unique [[Luminary]] that may have propelled the Covenant on its path and its loss had been similarly mourned. When Torg blamed the loss of the Halo ring on a military failure, and G'torik subtly reminded him to be cautious of how he spoke to the Prophet, Resken told them to speak freely with him, as he sought to strengthen his allegiance with the Sangheili. While viewing sensor footage of the debris field of Installation 04, as well as the newfound Installation 05, the three conversed about Regret's assassination. While Resken had great respect for the Prophet of Regret, he could not help but be angry about his [[Battle of Earth|reckless attack]] on the previously-unknown [[~~Human|~~human]] [[Earth|homeworld]]. G'torik informed Resken that a massive force of [[Type-52 Phantom|Phantoms]] had been sent to protect Regret, but had been withdrawn before reaching him, seemingly on the orders of the High Prophet of Truth. While the three speculated on the reasons Truth had pulled the Phantoms back, Resken was summoned to the [[Palace of the Hierarchs]] by the Prophet of Truth. Before leaving, Resken told the two Sangheili that he would try to tell them of anything he learned.{{Ref/Reuse|bc15}}

Shortly after Regret's death, Resken met with G'torik 'Klemmee and Torg 'Gransamee in one of High Charity's [[Hanging Gardens]]. While listening for potential eavesdroppers, the three discussed recent events. Resken considered the possibility that the loss of Installation 04 was perhaps indicative of the fact that the Covenant was unfit to undertake the [[Covenant religion#The Great Journey|Great Journey]] at that time due to a lack of spiritual unworthiness, citing an [[Mission to Janjur Qom|event]] during the early days of the Covenant where they had lost a unique [[Luminary]] that may have propelled the Covenant on its path and its loss had been similarly mourned. When Torg blamed the loss of the Halo ring on a military failure, and G'torik subtly reminded him to be cautious of how he spoke to the Prophet, Resken told them to speak freely with him, as he sought to strengthen his allegiance with the Sangheili. While viewing sensor footage of the debris field of Installation 04, as well as the newfound Installation 05, the three conversed about Regret's assassination. While Resken had great respect for the Prophet of Regret, he could not help but be angry about his [[Battle of Earth|reckless attack]] on the previously-unknown [[human]] [[Earth|homeworld]]. G'torik informed Resken that a massive force of [[Type-52 Phantom|Phantoms]] had been sent to protect Regret, but had been withdrawn before reaching him, seemingly on the orders of the High Prophet of Truth. While the three speculated on the reasons Truth had pulled the Phantoms back, Resken was summoned to the [[Palace of the Hierarchs]] by the Prophet of Truth. Before leaving, Resken told the two Sangheili that he would try to tell them of anything he learned.{{Ref/Reuse|bc15}}

Resken had installed a share-input directive into the Prophet of Truth's chair that morning, using his knowledge from his previous position as a communications officer, and his own resentment of his job post and a desire to advance his own agenda. While waiting for the [[Chieftain of the Jiralhanae]], [[Tartarus]], to arrive, Resken was approached by Truth. The Prophet ensured that Resken had not told any within the Covenant of his secret meetings with Tartarus, including his fellow Hierarch, the [[Prophet of Mercy]], before informing Resken that the [[Prophet of Exquisite Devotion]] would be joining them, a San'Shyuum that Resken truly disliked. Making sure that refreshments were on hand for the visitors, Truth subtly warned Resken to treat Exquisite Devotion with the utmost respect, as Resken was to be transferred to Exquisite Devotion's authority. Exquisite Devotion was to oversee High Charity's governance as the Hierarchs, along with the [[High Council]] would be leaving to commence the Great Journey following the discovery of the [[Installation 00|Ark]]. After Truth withdrew into the reception chamber, Resken briefly considered what he saw as a demotion before Tartarus and Exquisite Devotion arrived. As Resken served the two visitors with their refreshments, Truth arrived and promptly dismissed Resken from the room. After briefly considering whether he should switch the listening device on, due to the disastrous consequences should it be discovered, Resken decided to activate it. While eavesdropping, Resken heard the trio discussing the impending [[Changing of the Guard|replacement]] of the [[Sangheili Honor Guardsman|Sangheili Honor Guard]] with the [[Jiralhanae Honor Guardsman|Jiralhanae]], as well as as replacement of the Sangheili with Jiralhanae in the fleets over [[Earth]]. Resken was shaken by what he had heard, as well as the uncertainty about whether his device had been discovered.{{Ref/Reuse|bc15}}

Resken had installed a share-input directive into the Prophet of Truth's chair that morning, using his knowledge from his previous position as a communications officer, and his own resentment of his job post and a desire to advance his own agenda. While waiting for the [[Chieftain of the Jiralhanae]], [[Tartarus]], to arrive, Resken was approached by Truth. The Prophet ensured that Resken had not told any within the Covenant of his secret meetings with Tartarus, including his fellow Hierarch, the [[Prophet of Mercy]], before informing Resken that the [[Prophet of Exquisite Devotion]] would be joining them, a San'Shyuum that Resken truly disliked. Making sure that refreshments were on hand for the visitors, Truth subtly warned Resken to treat Exquisite Devotion with the utmost respect, as Resken was to be transferred to Exquisite Devotion's authority. Exquisite Devotion was to oversee High Charity's governance as the Hierarchs, along with the [[High Council]], would be leaving to commence the Great Journey following the discovery of the [[Installation 00|Ark]]. After Truth withdrew into the reception chamber, Resken briefly considered what he saw as a demotion before Tartarus and Exquisite Devotion arrived. As Resken served the two visitors with their refreshments, Truth arrived and promptly dismissed Resken from the room. After briefly considering whether he should switch the listening device on, due to the disastrous consequences should it be discovered, Resken decided to activate it. While eavesdropping, Resken heard the trio discussing the impending [[Changing of the Guard|replacement]] of the [[Sangheili Honor Guardsman|Sangheili Honor Guard]] with the [[Jiralhanae Honor Guardsman|Jiralhanae]], as well as the replacement of the Sangheili with Jiralhanae in the fleets over [[Earth]]. Resken was shaken by what he had heard, as well as the uncertainty about whether his device had been discovered.{{Ref/Reuse|bc15}}

Some time after this meeting, Resken reported to Exquisite Devotion in the latter's office. Immediately, Exquisite ordered Resken to stand in his presence, permitting him use of his [[Anti-gravity belt|~~anti-gravity~~ belt]]. Exquisite Devotion told Resken that he would be accompanying him to a meeting with the High Council the following day as his assistant, before confirming what Resken had overheard previously; the [[Covenant Honor Guard]]'s Sangheili would be replaced by the Jiralhanae. Exquisite Devotion cited the [[Thel 'Vadam|former]] [[Supreme Commander]] of the Fleet of Particular Justice's failure to protect Alpha Halo, as well as the Sangheili Honor Guard's failure to prevent the Prophet of Regret's death as the main motivators behind the switch, as well as wavering allegiance to the Covenant in the Hierarch's eyes. Furthermore, the Jiralhanae were to be promoted above the Sangheili. Perturbed, Resken addressed the possibility of a Sangheili rebellion as a result, an outcome that Exquisite Devotion disagreed with. Resken was ordered to use a nearby comptroller to send several items to Exquisite Devotion that the latter had ordered. While he carried out his task, Resken resolved to deliver a warning to his Sangheili compatriots, suspecting what was to come.{{Ref/Reuse|bc15}}

Some time after this meeting, Resken reported to Exquisite Devotion in the latter's office. Immediately, Exquisite ordered Resken to stand in his presence, permitting him use of his [[Anti-gravity belt|antigravity belt]]. Exquisite Devotion told Resken that he would be accompanying him to a meeting with the High Council the following day as his assistant, before confirming what Resken had overheard previously; the [[Covenant Honor Guard]]'s Sangheili would be replaced by the Jiralhanae. Exquisite Devotion cited the [[Thel 'Vadam|former]] [[Supreme Commander]] of the Fleet of Particular Justice's failure to protect Alpha Halo, as well as the Sangheili Honor Guard's failure to prevent the Prophet of Regret's death as the main motivators behind the switch, as well as wavering allegiance to the Covenant in the Hierarch's eyes. Furthermore, the Jiralhanae were to be promoted above the Sangheili. Perturbed, Resken addressed the possibility of a Sangheili rebellion as a result, an outcome that Exquisite Devotion disagreed with. Resken was ordered to use a nearby comptroller to send several items to Exquisite Devotion that the latter had ordered. While he carried out his task, Resken resolved to deliver a warning to his Sangheili compatriots, suspecting what was to come.{{Ref/Reuse|bc15}}

Later that day, Zo Resken met with G'torik 'Klemmee within the [[Chancel of Recovery]]. As it was frowned upon for Sangheili to be seen within a healing facility, G'torik was there under the pretence that he was checking on the San'Shyuum's well-being. Here, Resken disclosed all that he had learned: the upcoming replacing of the Covenant Honor Guard, the orders sent by the Prophet of Truth to Jiralhanae forces already stationed at Earth and the High Prophet's sending of [[Truth's fleet|his own fleet]] to the planet, and the large order of traditional Jiralhanae weaponry that Truth had placed with the [[Sacred Promissory]]. Resken warned G'torik that Truth might be preparing to ambush and quickly wipe out the Sangheili with the newly-equipped Jiralhanae-led Covenant [[Covenant military|military]]. G'torik then confirmed Resken's suspicions that Truth had pulled the Phantoms back and had allowed Regret to die, having heard word from his uncle who had conversed with one of the Phantom's pilots. Resken told G'torik to only warn those Sangheili of significantly high rank who could keep quiet and so preserve their advantage of surprise if the Hierarchs discovered what they had learned. Resken also warned the field commander that the [[Flood]] had been released from quarantine on the surface of Delta Halo, and that the Prophet of Truth may use the parasite to his advantage while he replaced the Sangheili in the Covenant. When questioned by G'torik on his own motivations for warning the Sangheili, Resken considered the many reasons that he had not yet thought to question: an influence over the Sangheili should they emerge victorious in a Covenant civil war; a deep-seated revulsion for the Prophet of Truth and Tartarus and a personal waning of faith in the Covenant as a whole, considering the Hierarch's scheming in the presence of a Halo ring. He settled on telling G'torik that he knew that the San'Shyuum would not survive without the Sangheili, and the two species would need to be unified if they were to survive the Flood and the humans.<ref name="bc16">''Halo: Broken Circle'', Chapter 16</ref>

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 ===Installation 05===
-Shortly after Regret's death, Resken met with G'torik 'Klemmee and Torg 'Gransamee in one of High Charity's [[Hanging Gardens]]. While listening for potential eavesdroppers, the three discussed recent events. Resken considered the possibility that the loss of Installation 04 was perhaps indicative of the fact that the Covenant was unfit to undertake the [[Covenant religion#The Great Journey|Great Journey]] at that time due to a lack of spiritual unworthiness, citing an [[Mission to Janjur Qom|event]] during the early days of the Covenant where they had lost a unique [[Luminary]] that may have propelled the Covenant on its path and its loss had been similarly mourned. When Torg blamed the loss of the Halo ring on a military failure, and G'torik subtly reminded him to be cautious of how he spoke to the Prophet, Resken told them to speak freely with him, as he sought to strengthen his allegiance with the Sangheili. While viewing sensor footage of the debris field of Installation 04, as well as the newfound Installation 05, the three conversed about Regret's assassination. While Resken had great respect for the Prophet of Regret, he could not help but be angry about his [[Battle of Earth|reckless attack]] on the previously-unknown [[Human|human]] [[Earth|homeworld]]. G'torik informed Resken that a massive force of [[Type-52 Phantom|Phantoms]] had been sent to protect Regret, but had been withdrawn before reaching him, seemingly on the orders of the High Prophet of Truth. While the three speculated on the reasons Truth had pulled the Phantoms back, Resken was summoned to the [[Palace of the Hierarchs]] by the Prophet of Truth. Before leaving, Resken told the two Sangheili that he would try to tell them of anything he learned.{{Ref/Reuse|bc15}}
+Shortly after Regret's death, Resken met with G'torik 'Klemmee and Torg 'Gransamee in one of High Charity's [[Hanging Gardens]]. While listening for potential eavesdroppers, the three discussed recent events. Resken considered the possibility that the loss of Installation 04 was perhaps indicative of the fact that the Covenant was unfit to undertake the [[Covenant religion#The Great Journey|Great Journey]] at that time due to a lack of spiritual unworthiness, citing an [[Mission to Janjur Qom|event]] during the early days of the Covenant where they had lost a unique [[Luminary]] that may have propelled the Covenant on its path and its loss had been similarly mourned. When Torg blamed the loss of the Halo ring on a military failure, and G'torik subtly reminded him to be cautious of how he spoke to the Prophet, Resken told them to speak freely with him, as he sought to strengthen his allegiance with the Sangheili. While viewing sensor footage of the debris field of Installation 04, as well as the newfound Installation 05, the three conversed about Regret's assassination. While Resken had great respect for the Prophet of Regret, he could not help but be angry about his [[Battle of Earth|reckless attack]] on the previously-unknown [[human]] [[Earth|homeworld]]. G'torik informed Resken that a massive force of [[Type-52 Phantom|Phantoms]] had been sent to protect Regret, but had been withdrawn before reaching him, seemingly on the orders of the High Prophet of Truth. While the three speculated on the reasons Truth had pulled the Phantoms back, Resken was summoned to the [[Palace of the Hierarchs]] by the Prophet of Truth. Before leaving, Resken told the two Sangheili that he would try to tell them of anything he learned.{{Ref/Reuse|bc15}}
-Resken had installed a share-input directive into the Prophet of Truth's chair that morning, using his knowledge from his previous position as a communications officer, and his own resentment of his job post and a desire to advance his own agenda. While waiting for the [[Chieftain of the Jiralhanae]], [[Tartarus]], to arrive, Resken was approached by Truth. The Prophet ensured that Resken had not told any within the Covenant of his secret meetings with Tartarus, including his fellow Hierarch, the [[Prophet of Mercy]], before informing Resken that the [[Prophet of Exquisite Devotion]] would be joining them, a San'Shyuum that Resken truly disliked. Making sure that refreshments were on hand for the visitors, Truth subtly warned Resken to treat Exquisite Devotion with the utmost respect, as Resken was to be transferred to Exquisite Devotion's authority. Exquisite Devotion was to oversee High Charity's governance as the Hierarchs, along with the [[High Council]] would be leaving to commence the Great Journey following the discovery of the [[Installation 00|Ark]]. After Truth withdrew into the reception chamber, Resken briefly considered what he saw as a demotion before Tartarus and Exquisite Devotion arrived. As Resken served the two visitors with their refreshments, Truth arrived and promptly dismissed Resken from the room. After briefly considering whether he should switch the listening device on, due to the disastrous consequences should it be discovered, Resken decided to activate it. While eavesdropping, Resken heard the trio discussing the impending [[Changing of the Guard|replacement]] of the [[Sangheili Honor Guardsman|Sangheili Honor Guard]] with the [[Jiralhanae Honor Guardsman|Jiralhanae]], as well as as replacement of the Sangheili with Jiralhanae in the fleets over [[Earth]]. Resken was shaken by what he had heard, as well as the uncertainty about whether his device had been discovered.{{Ref/Reuse|bc15}}
+Resken had installed a share-input directive into the Prophet of Truth's chair that morning, using his knowledge from his previous position as a communications officer, and his own resentment of his job post and a desire to advance his own agenda. While waiting for the [[Chieftain of the Jiralhanae]], [[Tartarus]], to arrive, Resken was approached by Truth. The Prophet ensured that Resken had not told any within the Covenant of his secret meetings with Tartarus, including his fellow Hierarch, the [[Prophet of Mercy]], before informing Resken that the [[Prophet of Exquisite Devotion]] would be joining them, a San'Shyuum that Resken truly disliked. Making sure that refreshments were on hand for the visitors, Truth subtly warned Resken to treat Exquisite Devotion with the utmost respect, as Resken was to be transferred to Exquisite Devotion's authority. Exquisite Devotion was to oversee High Charity's governance as the Hierarchs, along with the [[High Council]], would be leaving to commence the Great Journey following the discovery of the [[Installation 00|Ark]]. After Truth withdrew into the reception chamber, Resken briefly considered what he saw as a demotion before Tartarus and Exquisite Devotion arrived. As Resken served the two visitors with their refreshments, Truth arrived and promptly dismissed Resken from the room. After briefly considering whether he should switch the listening device on, due to the disastrous consequences should it be discovered, Resken decided to activate it. While eavesdropping, Resken heard the trio discussing the impending [[Changing of the Guard|replacement]] of the [[Sangheili Honor Guardsman|Sangheili Honor Guard]] with the [[Jiralhanae Honor Guardsman|Jiralhanae]], as well as the replacement of the Sangheili with Jiralhanae in the fleets over [[Earth]]. Resken was shaken by what he had heard, as well as the uncertainty about whether his device had been discovered.{{Ref/Reuse|bc15}}
-Some time after this meeting, Resken reported to Exquisite Devotion in the latter's office. Immediately, Exquisite ordered Resken to stand in his presence, permitting him use of his [[Anti-gravity belt|anti-gravity belt]]. Exquisite Devotion told Resken that he would be accompanying him to a meeting with the High Council the following day as his assistant, before confirming what Resken had overheard previously; the [[Covenant Honor Guard]]'s Sangheili would be replaced by the Jiralhanae. Exquisite Devotion cited the [[Thel 'Vadam|former]] [[Supreme Commander]] of the Fleet of Particular Justice's failure to protect Alpha Halo, as well as the Sangheili Honor Guard's failure to prevent the Prophet of Regret's death as the main motivators behind the switch, as well as wavering allegiance to the Covenant in the Hierarch's eyes. Furthermore, the Jiralhanae were to be promoted above the Sangheili. Perturbed, Resken addressed the possibility of a Sangheili rebellion as a result, an outcome that Exquisite Devotion disagreed with. Resken was ordered to use a nearby comptroller to send several items to Exquisite Devotion that the latter had ordered. While he carried out his task, Resken resolved to deliver a warning to his Sangheili compatriots, suspecting what was to come.{{Ref/Reuse|bc15}}
+Some time after this meeting, Resken reported to Exquisite Devotion in the latter's office. Immediately, Exquisite ordered Resken to stand in his presence, permitting him use of his [[Anti-gravity belt|antigravity belt]]. Exquisite Devotion told Resken that he would be accompanying him to a meeting with the High Council the following day as his assistant, before confirming what Resken had overheard previously; the [[Covenant Honor Guard]]'s Sangheili would be replaced by the Jiralhanae. Exquisite Devotion cited the [[Thel 'Vadam|former]] [[Supreme Commander]] of the Fleet of Particular Justice's failure to protect Alpha Halo, as well as the Sangheili Honor Guard's failure to prevent the Prophet of Regret's death as the main motivators behind the switch, as well as wavering allegiance to the Covenant in the Hierarch's eyes. Furthermore, the Jiralhanae were to be promoted above the Sangheili. Perturbed, Resken addressed the possibility of a Sangheili rebellion as a result, an outcome that Exquisite Devotion disagreed with. Resken was ordered to use a nearby comptroller to send several items to Exquisite Devotion that the latter had ordered. While he carried out his task, Resken resolved to deliver a warning to his Sangheili compatriots, suspecting what was to come.{{Ref/Reuse|bc15}}
 Later that day, Zo Resken met with G'torik 'Klemmee within the [[Chancel of Recovery]]. As it was frowned upon for Sangheili to be seen within a healing facility, G'torik was there under the pretence that he was checking on the San'Shyuum's well-being. Here, Resken disclosed all that he had learned: the upcoming replacing of the Covenant Honor Guard, the orders sent by the Prophet of Truth to Jiralhanae forces already stationed at Earth and the High Prophet's sending of [[Truth's fleet|his own fleet]] to the planet, and the large order of traditional Jiralhanae weaponry that Truth had placed with the [[Sacred Promissory]]. Resken warned G'torik that Truth might be preparing to ambush and quickly wipe out the Sangheili with the newly-equipped Jiralhanae-led Covenant [[Covenant military|military]]. G'torik then confirmed Resken's suspicions that Truth had pulled the Phantoms back and had allowed Regret to die, having heard word from his uncle who had conversed with one of the Phantom's pilots. Resken told G'torik to only warn those Sangheili of significantly high rank who could keep quiet and so preserve their advantage of surprise if the Hierarchs discovered what they had learned. Resken also warned the field commander that the [[Flood]] had been released from quarantine on the surface of Delta Halo, and that the Prophet of Truth may use the parasite to his advantage while he replaced the Sangheili in the Covenant. When questioned by G'torik on his own motivations for warning the Sangheili, Resken considered the many reasons that he had not yet thought to question: an influence over the Sangheili should they emerge victorious in a Covenant civil war; a deep-seated revulsion for the Prophet of Truth and Tartarus and a personal waning of faith in the Covenant as a whole, considering the Hierarch's scheming in the presence of a Halo ring. He settled on telling G'torik that he knew that the San'Shyuum would not survive without the Sangheili, and the two species would need to be unified if they were to survive the Flood and the humans.<ref name="bc16">''Halo: Broken Circle'', Chapter 16</ref>