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''The hologram deactivates.''
''The hologram deactivates.''


''The Chief stares through the security barrier at the arena below. There are numerous [[UNSC]] weapons, equipment, vehicles, and structures assembled together to create an artificial battlefield. With nowhere else to go, the Chief heads downstairs and steps inside the arena.''
''The Chief stares through the security barrier at the arena below. There are numerous [[UNSC]] weapons, equipment, vehicles, and structures assembled together on a raised platform to create an artificial battlefield. With nowhere else to go, the Chief heads downstairs and steps inside the arena.''


*'''Escharum (loudspeaker)''': "It is no accident that the Banished were able to win so decisively. Arm yourself, Master Chief. Scavenge this battlefield. Know that each item you find is a remnant of their sacrifice and a testament to our strength!"
*'''Escharum (loudspeaker)''': "It is no accident that the Banished were able to win so decisively. Arm yourself, Master Chief. Scavenge this battlefield. Know that each item you find is a remnant of their sacrifice and a testament to our strength!"
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*'''Escharum (loudspeaker)''': "[[Blademaster]]. Show him why I chose you!"
*'''Escharum (loudspeaker)''': "[[Blademaster]]. Show him why I chose you!"
''A security barrier is erected over the structure, preventing the combatants from leaving.''


''Jega 'Rdomnai is one of the deadliest, most cunning Sangheili the Master Chief has ever faced. The Blademaster strikes from the shadows at every opportunity, while constantly taunting the Spartan. The Chief uses his own combat instincts, as well as his [[Threat Sensor]], to detect Jega's movements. After an intense battle, the Chief finally strikes a fatal blow. As Jega falls, his body seemingly vanishes into thin air, leaving only Bloodbane behind.''
''Jega 'Rdomnai is one of the deadliest, most cunning Sangheili the Master Chief has ever faced. The Blademaster strikes from the shadows at every opportunity, while constantly taunting the Spartan. The Chief uses his own combat instincts, as well as his [[Threat Sensor]], to detect Jega's movements. After an intense battle, the Chief finally strikes a fatal blow. As Jega falls, his body seemingly vanishes into thin air, leaving only Bloodbane behind.''
''The security barrier around the structure deactivates.''


*'''Escharum (loudspeaker)''': "He wanted to kill your friend. But I promised him a sweeter kill. Or a warrior's death."
*'''Escharum (loudspeaker)''': "He wanted to kill your friend. But I promised him a sweeter kill. Or a warrior's death."
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''That business having been concluded, the Chief leaves the structure. As he continues onward, Escharum appears before him via hologram one final time.''
''That business having been concluded, the Chief leaves the structure. As he continues onward, Escharum appears before him via hologram one final time.''


*'''Escharum (hologram)''': "Whatever the outcome, know this: the Banished control this Ring. We came for war. A thousand legions occupy this world. The [[Silent Auditorium (location)|Auditorium]] will give up its secrets. Your interference is just...''(coughs)'' an irritation. Fleeting."
*'''Escharum (hologram)''': "Whatever the outcome, know this: the Banished control this Ring. We came for [[Installation 07 conflict|war]]. A thousand legions occupy this world. The [[Silent Auditorium (location)|Auditorium]] will give up its secrets. Your interference is just...''(coughs)'' an irritation. Fleeting."


''The hologram disappears.''
''The hologram disappears.''
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*'''Weapon''': "Relay's down. And so is his shield!"
*'''Weapon''': "Relay's down. And so is his shield!"


''The Chief attacks the now-vulnerable Escharum, inflicting as much damage as he can on the War Chief, before a second relay activates. The shield is restored and the Pilot's screams begin anew.''
''The Chief attacks the now-vulnerable Escharum, inflicting as much damage as he can on the War Chief before a second relay activates. The shield is restored and the Pilot's screams begin anew.''


*'''John-117''': "Escharum's shield reactivated. Expose the relay!"
*'''John-117''': "Escharum's shield reactivated. Expose the relay!"
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