Sangheili harness: Difference between revisions

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/Book|Halo Encyclopedia (2011 edition)|Page=131|Quote='''The Elite Combat Harness is the standard armor used by the Sangheili in all Coenant conflicts. Similar to the Spartans' mark VI in that it boosts speed and strength while adding a personal energy shield, the armor is actually less advanced and can withstand less damage than a Spartan's armor.'''}}