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The '''Ascetics''' are a group within the [[Sangheili]] culture.<ref>[http://www.bungie.net/News/content.aspx?type=topnews&link=thesoundofsack The Tru7h About Co-Op in Halo 3]</ref>
The '''Ascetics''' are a group within the [[Sangheili]] culture.<ref>[http://www.bungie.net/News/content.aspx?type=topnews&link=thesoundofsack The Tru7h About Co-Op in Halo 3]</ref>


When the [[Sangheili]] first joined with the [[San 'Shyuum]] to form the Covenant, it is possible that they were no longer allowed to maintain individual groups. But with the return of the [[Sangheili]]'s sovereignty in the [[Great Schism]], came the revival of the Ascetics.  
When the [[Sangheili]] first joined with the San 'Shyuum to form the Covenant, it is possible that they were no longer allowed to maintain individual groups. But with the return of the [[Sangheili]]'s sovereignty in the [[Great Schism]], came the revival of the Ascetics.  


It is said that all [[Sangheili]] culture depends upon the Ascetics' resolve. They act as the physical embodiment of ideological purity. The Ascetics' presence is meant to promote feelings of stability and order. An Ascetic is to instill confidence in those loyal to the [[Sangheili]] State and fear in those who would undermine it. To that end, their actions are swift, and their decisions final. By example, they are to show each [[Sangheili]], the true path.
It is said that all [[Sangheili]] culture depends upon the Ascetics' resolve. They act as the physical embodiment of ideological purity. The Ascetics' presence is meant to promote feelings of stability and order. An Ascetic is to instill confidence in those loyal to the [[Sangheili]] State and fear in those who would undermine it. To that end, their actions are swift, and their decisions final. By example, they are to show each [[Sangheili]], the true path.