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{{disambig header|the standard low ranking Sangheili used by the Covenant|the standard low ranking Sangheili used by the [[Banished]]|Sangheili Mercenary}}
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{{Unit infobox
|variant=Cov
|name=Minor
|name=Minor
|image=[[File:H2A Sangheili-Minor.png|250px]]
|image=[[File:H2A Sangheili-Minor.png|250px]]
|species=[[Sangheili]]
|species=[[Sangheili]]
|affiliation=[[Covenant]] <br> [[Swords of Sanghelios]] <br> [[Joyous Exultation Covenant]] <br> [[Merg Vol's Covenant]] <br> [[Jul 'Mdama's Covenant]] <br> [[Sali 'Nyon's Covenant]]
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*[[Covenant separatists]]
**[[Joyous Exultation Covenant]]
*[[Covenant remnants]]
**[[Swords of Sanghelios]]
**[[Merg Vol's Covenant]]
**[[Jul 'Mdama's Covenant]]
**[[Sali 'Nyon's Covenant]]
|branch=
|branch=
|mission=*Ground assault/infantry
|mission=*Ground assault/infantry
*Defense
*Defense
|equipment=*[[Sangheili combat harness]]
|equipment=*[[Combat harness|Sangheili combat harness]]
*[[Sangheili personal energy shield]]
*[[Sangheili personal energy shield]]
|notable=[[Ado 'Mortumee]]
|notable=[[Ado 'Mortumee]]
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{{Quote|All who walk the blessed path will find salvation...even in death.|Sangheili Minor's mantra.}}
{{Quote|All who walk the blessed path will find salvation...even in death.|Sangheili Minor's mantra.}}
'''Minor''' is the lowest [[Covenant military|military rank]] a [[Sangheili]] can obtain. The Minor's rank seems roughly equivalent to a [[UNSC Marine Corps|UNSC Marine]] [[sergeant]].<ref name="ENC"/>
The '''Sangheili Minor''' is the lowest [[Covenant military|military rank]] a [[Sangheili]] can obtain. The Minor's rank seems roughly equivalent to a [[UNSC Marine Corps|UNSC Marine]] [[sergeant]].{{Ref/Reuse|ENC}}


== Background ==
== Background ==
Sangheili Minors are logically, physically, and pragmatically the least-experienced warriors of their race; however, they are still skilled in combat. They are somewhat weaker than their crimson-armored [[Sangheili Major|Major]] superiors and occasionally will perform unwise tactical mistakes, such as standing in an ally's line of fire, or taking long pauses to roar at their enemy before attacking. Being the lowest ranked in the Sangheili military hierarchy, they possess [[energy shielding]] that is weaker than any other Sangheili, (besides that of [[Stealth Sangheili|stealth units]]), and is also inferior to the shielding of [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor|MJOLNIR armor]].
Sangheili Minors are logically, physically, and pragmatically the least-experienced warriors of their race; however, they are still skilled in combat. They are somewhat weaker than their crimson-armored [[Sangheili Major|Major]] superiors and occasionally will perform unwise tactical mistakes, such as standing in an ally's line of fire, or taking long pauses to roar at their enemy before attacking. Being the lowest ranked in the Sangheili military hierarchy, they possess [[energy shielding]] that is weaker than any other Sangheili, (besides that of [[Stealth Sangheili|stealth units]]), and is also inferior to the shielding of [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor|MJOLNIR armor]].


Although the lowest and most common of the Sangheili ranks, the Sangheili Minor's threat is not to be underestimated. Most Sangheili in this class can still easily overpower a [[human]]. Known primarily by their iconic blue armor, Minors are usually deployed in small strike [[lance]]s or in leadership roles above [[Unggoy]] and [[Kig-Yar]] squads, while the Minors, in turn, report to a Sangheili Major or Officer. If the Minor leading the lance is killed, their subordinates will often flee. Minors who are neither promoted nor killed during their first campaign typically commit suicide to retain their honor.<ref name="ENC">'''[[Halo Encyclopedia]]''', ''page 127''</ref>
Although the lowest and most common of the Sangheili ranks, the Sangheili Minor's threat is not to be underestimated. Most Sangheili in this class can still easily overpower a [[human]]. Known primarily by their iconic blue armor, Minors who show leadership initiative are usually deployed in small strike [[lance]]s or in leadership roles above [[Unggoy]] and [[Kig-Yar]] squads, while those Minors who exhibit more bravery than skill will instead report to a Sangheili Major or Officer.<ref>[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/community-update-summer-red-summer-blue '''Halo Waypoint''' - ''Summer Red, Summer Blue'']</ref> If the Minor leading the lance is killed, their subordinates will often flee. Minors who are neither promoted nor killed during their first campaign typically commit suicide to retain their honor.<ref name="ENC">'''[[Halo Encyclopedia (2009 edition)]]''', ''page 127''</ref><ref>[https://twitter.com/GrimBrotherOne/status/1306662615251181568 Jeff Easterling on Twitter]</ref>
{{Ref/Note|While this information is cited in the Halo Encyclopedia: The Definitive Guide to the Halo Universe, page 127, no later source has acknowledged it, [https://twitter.com/GrimBrotherOne/status/1306662615251181568 with 343 Industries' Jeff Easterling acknowledging it to be a piece of trivia the studio hasn't leaned into], indicating the practice may not be considered concrete canon.}}


Following the [[Human-Covenant War]], the rank of Minor continued to be used in [[Merg Vol's Covenant]]. Many Sangheili of this rank fought on behalf of the group during the [[Battle of Draetheus V]] in [[2554]].<ref>''[[Halo: Spartan Assault]]''</ref> While [[Jul 'Mdama's Covenant]] use [[Sangheili Storm]] in place of Minors during most battles, the rank has seen use at least [[Battle of Installation 03|once]] by the group.<ref name="opa">'''[[Halo: Spartan Strike]]''</ref>
Following the [[Human-Covenant War]], the rank of Minor continued to be used in [[Merg Vol's Covenant]]. Many Sangheili of this rank fought on behalf of the group during the [[Battle of Draetheus V]] in [[2554]].<ref>''[[Halo: Spartan Assault]]''</ref> While [[Jul 'Mdama's Covenant]] use [[Sangheili Storm]] in place of Minors during most battles, the rank has seen use at least [[Battle of Installation 03|once]] by the group.<ref name="opa">'''[[Halo: Spartan Strike]]''</ref>


== Appearance ==
== Appearance ==
Sangheili Minors wear distinctive cobalt-colored [[Sangheili combat harness|combat harnesses]] in ''Halo: Combat Evolved''. In ''Combat Evolved'', there are two differently shaped variations of the helmet. The more basic helmet features fins on the sides and rear. The secondary helmet from ''Combat Evolved'' is more curved toward the back.
Sangheili Minors wear distinctive cobalt-colored [[combat harness]]es in ''Halo: Combat Evolved''. In ''Combat Evolved'', there are two differently shaped variations of the helmet. The more basic helmet features fins on the sides and rear. The secondary helmet from ''Combat Evolved'' is more curved toward the back.


The color scheme of Minors' armor was changed to sky blue in ''Halo 2'' and featured two shades of blue in ''Halo 3''. The Sangheili's armor in ''Halo 3'' was also more detailed, featuring [[Forerunner glyphs]] on the armor and a design with many armor seams and sharper angles, creating a more technologically advanced, alien look. In ''Halo: Reach'' and ''Halo Wars'' the design of the harness is more akin to the design in ''Combat Evolved'', having the armor be shinier and curved, simpler, and with a smaller helmet with no mandible guards, creating a more combat orientated look.
The color scheme of Minors' armor was changed to sky blue in ''Halo 2'' and featured two shades of blue in ''Halo 3''. The Sangheili's armor in ''Halo 3'' was also more detailed, featuring [[Forerunner glyphs]] on the armor and a design with many armor seams and sharper angles, creating a more technologically advanced, alien look. In ''Halo: Reach'' and ''Halo Wars'' the design of the harness is more akin to the design in ''Combat Evolved'', having the armor be shinier and curved, simpler, and with a smaller helmet, creating a more combat orientated look.


== Gameplay ==
== Gameplay ==
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Their armor's energy shielding is weak compared with that of higher-ranking Sangheili. Showing off at least some sign of intelligence despite their inexperience, Minor Sangheili are '' capable'' of hiding when their shields are lowered and will attempt to attack anyone foolish enough to enter into close combat with them with their weapon. They often make tactical errors such as standing in the way of an ally's fire, rushing forward into enemy fire and forgetting to take cover which leads to a lot of deaths (even at the hands of a UNSC Marine). They will seek less cover, often standing in one spot to fire and strafe less often than their superiors. When they are seriously injured or unshielded, they will also go "berserk", yelling a war cry and attempting to melee their opponent to death. They also fire in shorter bursts, and have somewhat less accuracy and lower rate of fire. Still, one should not underestimate them, especially on the Heroic and Legendary difficulty settings.
Their armor's energy shielding is weak compared with that of higher-ranking Sangheili. Showing off at least some sign of intelligence despite their inexperience, Minor Sangheili are '' capable'' of hiding when their shields are lowered and will attempt to attack anyone foolish enough to enter into close combat with them with their weapon. They often make tactical errors such as standing in the way of an ally's fire, rushing forward into enemy fire and forgetting to take cover which leads to a lot of deaths (even at the hands of a UNSC Marine). They will seek less cover, often standing in one spot to fire and strafe less often than their superiors. When they are seriously injured or unshielded, they will also go "berserk", yelling a war cry and attempting to melee their opponent to death. They also fire in shorter bursts, and have somewhat less accuracy and lower rate of fire. Still, one should not underestimate them, especially on the Heroic and Legendary difficulty settings.


Minors usually wield [[Type-25 plasma rifle|plasma rifle]]s, occasionally [[dual wielding]] them. Most of the time, Minors will not carry weaponry as powerful as a higher-ranking Sangheili. Occasionally, Minors may also wield [[Type-1 energy sword|energy sword]]s; whereas Sangheili who do not hold the title of [[aristocrat]] are not permitted to wield swords outside the battlefield,<ref>'''[[Halo 2]]''', ''Limited Collectors Edition Manual''</ref> this policy does not apply in the military.<ref>'''[[Halo: The Essential Visual Guide]]''', ''page 63''</ref>
Minors usually wield [[Okarda'phaa-pattern plasma rifle|plasma rifle]]s, occasionally [[dual wielding]] them. Most of the time, Minors will not carry weaponry as powerful as a higher-ranking Sangheili. Occasionally, Minors may also wield [[Type-1 energy sword|energy sword]]s; whereas Sangheili who do not hold the title of [[aristocrat]] are not permitted to wield swords outside the battlefield,<ref>'''[[Halo 2]]''', ''Limited Collectors Edition Manual''</ref> this policy does not apply in the military.<ref>'''[[Halo: The Essential Visual Guide]]''', ''page 63''</ref>


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
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{{Linkbox|gallery=yes|gallerypage=Images of Sangheili Minors}}
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File:Blue Elite.png|A Sangheili Minor in ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]''.
File:HCE Elite Minor.png|A Minor in ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]''.
File:Blue Elite.png|A Sangheili Minor in ''Halo: Combat Evolved''.
File:Elites.jpg|Two Sangheili Minors accompanying a [[Sangheili Zealot|Zealot]] on one of the many bridges in the vicinity of [[Installation 04|Installation 04's]] [[Control Room (Installation 04)|Control Room]].
File:Elites.jpg|Two Sangheili Minors accompanying a [[Sangheili Zealot|Zealot]] on one of the many bridges in the vicinity of [[Installation 04|Installation 04's]] [[Control Room (Installation 04)|Control Room]].
File:MinorElite4.jpg|Two Sangheili Minors guard the [[Silent Cartographer]]'s security control room on Installation 04.
File:MinorElite4.jpg|Two Sangheili Minors guard the [[Silent Cartographer]]'s security control room on Installation 04.
File:Halo2-MinorElite.png|A Sangheili Minor in ''[[Halo 2]]''.
File:Halo2-MinorElite.png|A Sangheili Minor in ''[[Halo 2]]''.
File:H2V Elite Minor.png|A Sangheili Minor in ''[[Halo 2 Vista]]''.
File:H2-EliteMinors.jpg|Sangheili Minors in ''Halo 2''.
File:H2-EliteMinor.png|A Minor in ''Halo 2''.
File:H2-EliteMinor-Alt.png|Another look at a Minor in ''Halo 2''.
File:H2V Elite Minor.png|A Sangheili Minor in [[Halo 2 (Windows Vista)|''Halo 2'' for Windows Vista]].
File:Halo3-SangheiliMinor-Concept-crop.png|Concept art of the Sangheili Minor for ''[[Halo 3]]''.
File:Halo3-SangheiliMinor-Concept-crop.png|Concept art of the Sangheili Minor for ''[[Halo 3]]''.
File:Ascetic Minor.jpg|Close-up of the Sangheili Minor for ''Halo 3''.
File:Ascetic Minor.jpg|Close-up of the Sangheili Minor for ''Halo 3''.
File:Sangheili Minor 01.png|A Sangheili Minor in ''Halo 3''.
File:Sangheili Minor 01.png|A Sangheili Minor in ''Halo 3''.
File:2973083-Medium.jpg|A pair of Sangheili Minors securing the doorway leading into the interior of a [[barrier tower]].
File:2973083-Medium.jpg|A pair of Sangheili Minors securing the doorway leading into the interior of a [[barrier tower]].
File:HTMCC-H3 SangheiliMinors.png|Two Sangheili Minors in ''Halo 3''.
File:HaloWars-SangheiliRender.png|The temporary model of a Sangheili Minor used in ''[[Halo Wars Announcement Trailer]]''.
File:HR_EliteMinor_Concept_1.png|Concept art of a Minor for ''Reach'', also showing some planned anatomical features.
File:HR_EliteMinor_Concept_1.png|Concept art of a Minor for ''Reach'', also showing some planned anatomical features.
File:HR_EliteMinor_Concept_2.jpg|A Sangheili Minor neutralizing a [[UNSC Army|UNSC Army trooper]].
File:HR_EliteMinor_Concept_2.jpg|A Sangheili Minor neutralizing a [[UNSC Army|UNSC Army trooper]].
File:HR_EliteMinor_Concept_3.jpg|Concept art for a Sangheili Minor for ''[[Halo: Reach]]''.
File:HR_EliteMinor_Concept_3.jpg|Concept art for a Sangheili Minor for ''[[Halo: Reach]]''.
File:HR_EliteMinor_Concept_4.jpg|Another concept of a Minor's harness for ''Halo: Reach''.
File:HR_EliteMinor_Concept_4.jpg|Another concept of a Minor's harness for ''Halo: Reach''.
File:HR_EliteMinor_Concept_5.png|Concept art of a [[Sangheili combat harness]] in ''Halo: Reach''.
File:HR_EliteMinor_Concept_5.png|Concept art of a [[Combat harness|Sangheili combat harness]] in ''Halo: Reach''.
File:HR_EliteMinor_Concept_6.png|Concept art of a Sangheili Minor in ''Halo: Reach''.
File:HR_EliteMinor_Concept_6.png|Concept art of a Sangheili Minor in ''Halo: Reach''.
File:Elite minor render.png|A Sangheili Minor in ''Halo: Reach''.
File:Elite minor render.png|A Sangheili Minor in ''Halo: Reach''.
File:AnniversaryLibrary.png|A Sangheili Minor displayed in ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary]]''<nowiki />'s [[Library (Anniversary feature)|Library]] feature.
File:AnniversaryLibrary.png|A Sangheili Minor displayed in ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary]]''<nowiki />'s [[Library (Anniversary feature)|Library]] feature.
File:Escalation schism.png|A Sangheili Minor battling a [[Jiralhanae Captain Major]] during the [[Great Schism]].
File:Escalation schism.png|A Sangheili Minor battling a [[Jiralhanae Captain Major]] during the [[Great Schism]].
File:H2A Minor.png|A Sangheili Minor aboard ''[[Cairo Station]]'' in ''[[Halo 2: Anniversary]]''.
File:H2A Minor.png|A Sangheili Minor aboard ''[[Cairo Station (station)|Cairo Station]]'' in ''[[Halo 2: Anniversary]]''.
File:H2A-SangheiliMinor.jpg‎|Another Sangheili Minor aboard ''Cairo Station''.
File:H2A-SangheiliMinor.jpg|Another Sangheili Minor aboard ''Cairo Station''.
File:H2A-Photobombing Minor.png|A Sangheili Minor on [[Installation 05]] in ''Halo 2: Anniversary''.
File:H2A-Photobombing Minor.png|A Sangheili Minor on [[Installation 05]] in ''Halo 2: Anniversary''.
File:H2AMinor.png|A Sangheili Minor in ''Halo 2: Anniversary''.
File:H2AMinor.png|A Sangheili Minor in ''Halo 2: Anniversary''.
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==Notes==
{{Ref/Notes}}


==Sources==
==Sources==
<references/>
{{Ref/Sources}}


{{Sangheili Ranks}}
{{Sangheili Ranks}}


[[Category:Covenant ranks]]
[[Category:Covenant ranks]]

Latest revision as of 11:43, December 9, 2023

This article is about the standard low ranking Sangheili used by the Covenant. For the standard low ranking Sangheili used by the Banished, see Sangheili Mercenary.
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Minor
H2A Sangheili-Minor.png

Function:

  • Ground assault/infantry
  • Defense

Species:

Sangheili

Affiliation:

Notable individuals:

Ado 'Mortumee
Bako 'Ikaporamee
Uruo 'Losonaee

 

"All who walk the blessed path will find salvation...even in death."
— Sangheili Minor's mantra.

The Sangheili Minor is the lowest military rank a Sangheili can obtain. The Minor's rank seems roughly equivalent to a UNSC Marine sergeant.[1]

Background[edit]

Sangheili Minors are logically, physically, and pragmatically the least-experienced warriors of their race; however, they are still skilled in combat. They are somewhat weaker than their crimson-armored Major superiors and occasionally will perform unwise tactical mistakes, such as standing in an ally's line of fire, or taking long pauses to roar at their enemy before attacking. Being the lowest ranked in the Sangheili military hierarchy, they possess energy shielding that is weaker than any other Sangheili, (besides that of stealth units), and is also inferior to the shielding of MJOLNIR armor.

Although the lowest and most common of the Sangheili ranks, the Sangheili Minor's threat is not to be underestimated. Most Sangheili in this class can still easily overpower a human. Known primarily by their iconic blue armor, Minors who show leadership initiative are usually deployed in small strike lances or in leadership roles above Unggoy and Kig-Yar squads, while those Minors who exhibit more bravery than skill will instead report to a Sangheili Major or Officer.[2] If the Minor leading the lance is killed, their subordinates will often flee. Minors who are neither promoted nor killed during their first campaign typically commit suicide to retain their honor.[1][3] [Note 1]

Following the Human-Covenant War, the rank of Minor continued to be used in Merg Vol's Covenant. Many Sangheili of this rank fought on behalf of the group during the Battle of Draetheus V in 2554.[4] While Jul 'Mdama's Covenant use Sangheili Storm in place of Minors during most battles, the rank has seen use at least once by the group.[5]

Appearance[edit]

Sangheili Minors wear distinctive cobalt-colored combat harnesses in Halo: Combat Evolved. In Combat Evolved, there are two differently shaped variations of the helmet. The more basic helmet features fins on the sides and rear. The secondary helmet from Combat Evolved is more curved toward the back.

The color scheme of Minors' armor was changed to sky blue in Halo 2 and featured two shades of blue in Halo 3. The Sangheili's armor in Halo 3 was also more detailed, featuring Forerunner glyphs on the armor and a design with many armor seams and sharper angles, creating a more technologically advanced, alien look. In Halo: Reach and Halo Wars the design of the harness is more akin to the design in Combat Evolved, having the armor be shinier and curved, simpler, and with a smaller helmet, creating a more combat orientated look.

Gameplay[edit]

Minor are the most commonly seen in Halo: Combat Evolved, Halo 2 and Halo: Reach on the Easy and Normal difficulties. On Legendary and Heroic, almost none are present. In Halo 3, the only level Minors appear in is The Covenant. Sangheili Minors are usually found leading lances of Unggoy, but they themselves will likely be led by a Sangheili Major.

Their armor's energy shielding is weak compared with that of higher-ranking Sangheili. Showing off at least some sign of intelligence despite their inexperience, Minor Sangheili are capable of hiding when their shields are lowered and will attempt to attack anyone foolish enough to enter into close combat with them with their weapon. They often make tactical errors such as standing in the way of an ally's fire, rushing forward into enemy fire and forgetting to take cover which leads to a lot of deaths (even at the hands of a UNSC Marine). They will seek less cover, often standing in one spot to fire and strafe less often than their superiors. When they are seriously injured or unshielded, they will also go "berserk", yelling a war cry and attempting to melee their opponent to death. They also fire in shorter bursts, and have somewhat less accuracy and lower rate of fire. Still, one should not underestimate them, especially on the Heroic and Legendary difficulty settings.

Minors usually wield plasma rifles, occasionally dual wielding them. Most of the time, Minors will not carry weaponry as powerful as a higher-ranking Sangheili. Occasionally, Minors may also wield energy swords; whereas Sangheili who do not hold the title of aristocrat are not permitted to wield swords outside the battlefield,[6] this policy does not apply in the military.[7]

Gallery[edit]

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List of appearances[edit]

Notes[edit]

  1. ^ While this information is cited in the Halo Encyclopedia: The Definitive Guide to the Halo Universe, page 127, no later source has acknowledged it, with 343 Industries' Jeff Easterling acknowledging it to be a piece of trivia the studio hasn't leaned into, indicating the practice may not be considered concrete canon.

Sources[edit]

  1. ^ a b Halo Encyclopedia (2009 edition), page 127
  2. ^ Halo Waypoint - Summer Red, Summer Blue
  3. ^ Jeff Easterling on Twitter
  4. ^ Halo: Spartan Assault
  5. '^ Halo: Spartan Strike
  6. ^ Halo 2, Limited Collectors Edition Manual
  7. ^ Halo: The Essential Visual Guide, page 63

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