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[[File:Elites Comparison.jpg|thumb|300px|Three varieties of Sangheili harness.]] | [[File:Elites Comparison.jpg|thumb|300px|Three varieties of Sangheili harness.]] | ||
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'''Sangheili harness''' refers to a wide variety of [[Powered exoskeleton|armor system]]s used by the [[Sangheili]] soldiers of the [[Covenant]] during its time and its [[Covenant remnants|splinter groups]]. The differences between harnesses depend on rank, function, or style. Some harnesses are used by Sangheili of many ranks, while others are more restricted.<ref name="Clarity">[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/community/blog-posts/canon-fodder-clarity-grace '''Halo Waypoint''': ''Canon Fodder - Clarity & Grace'']</ref> | '''Sangheili harness''' refers to a wide variety of [[Powered exoskeleton|armor system]]s used by the [[Sangheili]] soldiers of the [[Covenant]] during its time and its [[Covenant remnants|splinter groups]]. The differences between harnesses depend on rank, function, or style. Some harnesses are used by Sangheili of many ranks, while others are more restricted.<ref name="Clarity">[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/community/blog-posts/canon-fodder-clarity-grace '''Halo Waypoint''': ''Canon Fodder - Clarity & Grace'']</ref> | ||
Though the [[Combat harness|combat harness]] is only one variant among many other Sangheili harnesses, the term "combat" is sometimes used off-handedly in a synecdochical manner when referring to other Sangheili harnesses, as the combat harness is the most basic, well-known, and widespread armor variant.<ref>'''Halo: The Essential Visual Guide''', ''pages 56, 60''</ref><ref>'''[[Halo 4: The Essential Visual Guide]]''', ''pages 28, 48''</ref> | Though the [[Combat harness|combat harness]] is only one variant among many other Sangheili harnesses, the term "combat" is sometimes used off-handedly in a synecdochical manner when referring to other Sangheili harnesses, as the combat harness is the most basic, well-known, and widespread armor variant.<ref>'''Halo: The Essential Visual Guide''', ''pages 56, 60''</ref><ref>'''[[Halo 4: The Essential Visual Guide]]''', ''pages 28, 48''</ref> | ||
==Specifications== | |||
[[File:H5G - Sangheili techsuit.jpg|200px|right|thumb|One type of techsuit used under the harness.]] | |||
High-ranking Sangheili may choose between a standard or ornamental design.<ref name="H2A">'''Halo 2: Anniversary'''</ref><ref name="Reach">'''Halo: Reach'''</ref> Gold coloration is universally associated with [[Field Master|field command authority]].<ref>'''[[Halo 2: The Official Strategy Guide]]''', ''page 141''</ref><ref>'''[[Halo: The Great Journey: The Art of Building Worlds]]''', ''page 52''</ref><ref name="ArchiveGrim">[https://web.archive.org/web/20180525161151/http://www.haloarchive.com/forum/topic/9-canon-fodder-and-random-lore-chat/?page=64 '''Halo Archive''': ''Canon Fodder Thread'' GrimBrother One's comment]</ref> The Sangheili harness is almost always equipped with [[energy shielding]], with some variants featuring enhanced shields.<ref>'''[[Halo: The Essential Visual Guide]]''', ''pages 57, 60''</ref> It also boosts the speed and strength of its user, though it remains less effective than the [[human]]-made [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor]].<ref>'''[[Halo Encyclopedia (2009 edition)]]''', ''page 131'' (2011 edition)</ref> | |||
==History== | ==History== | ||
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The [[HELIOSKRILL-class Mjolnir|HELIOSKRILL]] was developed by a Sangheili artisan-armorer prodigy who managed to crack through the MJOLNIR platform thanks to her skill. This Mjolnir variant is produced by [[Kolaar Manufactorum]]. The name comes from a [[Helioskrill|predatory creature]] from [[Sanghelios]].{{Ref/Reuse|H5}} | The [[HELIOSKRILL-class Mjolnir|HELIOSKRILL]] was developed by a Sangheili artisan-armorer prodigy who managed to crack through the MJOLNIR platform thanks to her skill. This Mjolnir variant is produced by [[Kolaar Manufactorum]]. The name comes from a [[Helioskrill|predatory creature]] from [[Sanghelios]].{{Ref/Reuse|H5}} | ||
==Types== | ==Types== | ||
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*'''[[Storm harness]]''' - The Storm harness is a variant produced by [[Lodam Armory]] originally for specialized shock troopers who operated on frontier worlds. The Storm variant gained prominence during the [[Blooding Years|Sangheili civil war]].{{Ref/Reuse|Fighting}}{{Ref/Reuse|Fury}} | *'''[[Storm harness]]''' - The Storm harness is a variant produced by [[Lodam Armory]] originally for specialized shock troopers who operated on frontier worlds. The Storm variant gained prominence during the [[Blooding Years|Sangheili civil war]].{{Ref/Reuse|Fighting}}{{Ref/Reuse|Fury}} | ||
*'''[[Ultra-class armor]]''' - The armor is mostly worn by [[Sangheili Ultra]]s, though it is not restricted to them. It is typically of a glistening white.<ref>[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/hints-and-heroes '''Halo Waypoint''': ''Hints and Heroes'']</ref> Some feature secondary red markings and a crested helmet.{{Ref/Reuse|Reach}} | *'''[[Ultra-class armor]]''' - The armor is mostly worn by [[Sangheili Ultra]]s, though it is not restricted to them. It is typically of a glistening white.<ref>[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/hints-and-heroes '''Halo Waypoint''': ''Hints and Heroes'']</ref> Some feature secondary red markings and a crested helmet.{{Ref/Reuse|Reach}} | ||
*'''[[Seneschal harness]]''' | |||
*'''[[Warrior-class harness]]''' - This type of harness is reinforced with a shield-bolstering pauldron system. It also has an accentuated helmet design.<ref>'''Halo 4: The Essential Visual Guide''', ''p. 29, 48''</ref> The armor is typically golden, signifying a command position. | *'''[[Warrior-class harness]]''' - This type of harness is reinforced with a shield-bolstering pauldron system. It also has an accentuated helmet design.<ref>'''Halo 4: The Essential Visual Guide''', ''p. 29, 48''</ref> The armor is typically golden, signifying a command position. | ||
*'''[[Commander-class harness]]''' - The Commander-class harness is fielded by Sangheili who were experienced officers of the Covenant.{{Ref/Reuse|Fighting}}<ref>'''Halo 4: The Essential Visual Guide''', ''page 47''</ref> It has an ornate helmet very similar to that of the Officer variant.<ref name="H4">'''Halo 4'''</ref> | *'''[[Commander-class harness]]''' - The Commander-class harness is fielded by Sangheili who were experienced officers of the Covenant.{{Ref/Reuse|Fighting}}<ref>'''Halo 4: The Essential Visual Guide''', ''page 47''</ref> It has an ornate helmet very similar to that of the Officer variant.<ref name="H4">'''Halo 4'''</ref> | ||
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*'''[[Heretic Sangheili#Equipment|Artifact retrieval harness]]''' - This harness was used to recover Forerunner artifacts. It has a breathing apparatus that enables breathing in hazardous environments. [[Sesa 'Refumee's heretic faction|Sesa 'Refumee's detachment]] used this set. | *'''[[Heretic Sangheili#Equipment|Artifact retrieval harness]]''' - This harness was used to recover Forerunner artifacts. It has a breathing apparatus that enables breathing in hazardous environments. [[Sesa 'Refumee's heretic faction|Sesa 'Refumee's detachment]] used this set. | ||
*'''[[Sangheili Honor Guardsman|Honor Guard harness]]''' - The harness was a highly ornamented, ceremonial equipment issued to Sangheili Honor Guardsmen.{{Ref/Reuse|H2A}}<ref>'''Halo: The Essential Visual Guide''', ''page 95''</ref> The elite [[Lights of Sanghelios]] wore a bright-white base armor variant, instead of crimson red.<ref>[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/factions/covenant-honor-guard '''Halo Waypoint''': ''Covenant Honor Guard'']</ref> | *'''[[Sangheili Honor Guardsman|Honor Guard harness]]''' - The harness was a highly ornamented, ceremonial equipment issued to Sangheili Honor Guardsmen.{{Ref/Reuse|H2A}}<ref>'''Halo: The Essential Visual Guide''', ''page 95''</ref> The elite [[Lights of Sanghelios]] wore a bright-white base armor variant, instead of crimson red.<ref>[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/factions/covenant-honor-guard '''Halo Waypoint''': ''Covenant Honor Guard'']</ref> | ||
*'''[[Artisan harness]]''' | |||
*'''[[Keepward harness]]''' | |||
*'''[[Scion harness]]''' | |||
*'''[[Ossoona harness]]''' | |||
===Religious order harnesses=== | ===Religious order harnesses=== | ||
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*'''[[Sangheili Zealot#Ceremonial battle harness|Ceremonial battle harness]]''' - The ceremonial battle harness refers to an ornamental armor used by some chapters of [[Sangheili Zealot]]s.{{Ref/Reuse|Fighting}}{{Ref/Reuse|Reach}}<ref name="CEA">'''Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary'''</ref> A variation is also used by the [[Sangheili Field Marshal|Field Marshal]] subclass. | *'''[[Sangheili Zealot#Ceremonial battle harness|Ceremonial battle harness]]''' - The ceremonial battle harness refers to an ornamental armor used by some chapters of [[Sangheili Zealot]]s.{{Ref/Reuse|Fighting}}{{Ref/Reuse|Reach}}<ref name="CEA">'''Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary'''</ref> A variation is also used by the [[Sangheili Field Marshal|Field Marshal]] subclass. | ||
*'''[[Ascetic harness]]''' - The Ascetic harness is an ancient design utilized by [[Ascetics|a religious order]] that was reactivated during the [[Great Schism]]. It features a traditional bladed mandible guard.<ref>'''Halo: The Essential Visual Guide''', ''page 56''</ref> | *'''[[Ascetic harness]]''' - The Ascetic harness is an ancient design utilized by [[Ascetics|a religious order]] that was reactivated during the [[Great Schism]]. It features a traditional bladed mandible guard.<ref>'''Halo: The Essential Visual Guide''', ''page 56''</ref> | ||
===Human designed harnesses=== | |||
*'''[[Accord harness]]''' | |||
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||