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'''Shipmaster''' (feminine term: '''Shipmistress'''), occasionally rendered as '''Ship Master''',{{fact}} is a title the [[Covenant]] use to describe an individual in command of a starship.<ref>'''[[Halo: The Flood]]''', ''page 4'' (2003)</ref> The size of the ship is not relevant, whether a [[Covenant frigate|frigate]] or a [[Covenant supercarrier|supercarrier]]. The Covenant also use the term to describe the [[commanding officer]]s of [[human]] vessels.<ref>'''Halo: The Flood''', ''page 41'' (2003) (''"'Nosolee felt certain that the man named "[[Jacob Keyes|Keezz]]" held the position of Ship Master"'')</ref>  
'''Shipmaster''' (feminine term: '''Shipmistress'''), occasionally rendered as '''Ship Master''',{{citation needed}} is a title the [[Covenant]] use to describe an individual in command of a [[Covenant starship|starship]].<ref>'''[[Halo: The Flood]]''', ''page 4'' (2003)</ref> The size of the ship is not relevant, whether a [[Covenant frigate|frigate]] or a [[Covenant supercarrier|supercarrier]]. The Covenant also use the term to describe the [[commanding officer]]s of [[human]] vessels.<ref>'''Halo: The Flood''', ''page 41'' (2003) (''"'Nosolee felt certain that the man named "[[Jacob Keyes|Keezz]]" held the position of Ship Master"'')</ref>  


Shipmasters occasionally command small [[task force]]s or [[Covenant fleet|fleets]], although this does not afford them the superior rank of [[Fleet Master]].<ref>'''[[Halo 3]]''', campaign levels ''[[Floodgate]]'' and ''[[The Ark]]''</ref><ref name="return">'''[[Halo: Evolutions - Essential Tales of the Halo Universe]]''', "[[The Return]]"</ref>
Shipmasters occasionally command small [[task force]]s or [[Covenant fleet|fleets]], although this does not afford them the superior rank of [[fleetmaster]].<ref>'''[[Halo 3]]''', campaign levels ''[[Floodgate]]'' and ''[[The Ark]]''</ref><ref name="return">'''[[Halo: Evolutions - Essential Tales of the Halo Universe]]''', "[[The Return]]"</ref>


==Description==
==Overview==
[[File:Reach 25806280 Full.jpg|thumb|250px|left|Shipmaster Ardo 'Moretumee commanding ''Ardent Prayer''.]]
[[File:Reach 25806280 Full.jpg|thumb|250px|left|Shipmaster Ardo 'Moretumee commanding ''Ardent Prayer''.]]
Like many titles used by the Covenant, shipmaster is less of a formal rank and more of a role, not unlike that of a human ship captain. While most prominently held by [[Sangheili]], the title of shipmaster can be attained by individuals of different species and ranks. Shipmasters are subject to orders from their fleet's [[Fleet Master]], [[Supreme Commander]], or [[Imperial Admiral]].
Like many titles used by the Covenant, shipmaster is less of a formal rank and more of a role, not unlike that of a human ship captain. While most prominently held by [[Sangheili]], the title of shipmaster can be attained by individuals of different species and ranks. Shipmasters are subject to orders from their fleet's [[Fleet Master]], [[Supreme Commander]], or [[Imperial Admiral]].


The shipmaster of a particular ship gives orders from the command center of their vessel, the equivalent of a UNSC starship's [[bridge]]. There they oversee and supervise the running of the ship, and give orders during battle. They command the ship from a platform raised off the deck, surrounded by [[holography|holographic]] screens displaying relevant information.<ref>'''Halo: Combat Evolved''' campaign level ''[[The Truth and Reconciliation]]''</ref> Each shipmaster has his own personal insignia which is used to identify them within holographic readouts of a fleet when acknowledging orders from their Fleet Master, for example.<ref>'''[[Halo: Ghosts of Onyx]]''', ''page 283''</ref> Most shipmasters have bodyguards assigned to them, such as a [[Mgalekgolo]] pair or a [[lance]] of special infantry. Mgalekgolo guards were responsible for protecting the shipmaster at all costs and, if they failed to do so, were expected to enact revenge on the shipmaster's killer.<ref>'''Halo: Ghosts of Onyx''', ''page 190''</ref>
The shipmaster of a particular ship gives orders from the command center of their vessel, the equivalent of a [[UNSC starship]]'s [[bridge]]. There they oversee and supervise the running of the ship, and give orders during battle. They command the ship from a platform raised off the deck, surrounded by [[holography|holographic]] screens displaying relevant information.<ref>'''Halo: Combat Evolved''' campaign level ''[[The Truth and Reconciliation]]''</ref> Each shipmaster has their own personal insignia which is used to identify them within holographic readouts of a fleet when acknowledging orders from their Fleet Master, for example.<ref>'''[[Halo: Ghosts of Onyx]]''', ''page 283''</ref> Most shipmasters have bodyguards assigned to them, such as a [[Mgalekgolo]] pair or a [[lance]] of special infantry. Mgalekgolo guards were responsible for protecting the shipmaster at all costs and, if they failed to do so, were expected to enact revenge on the shipmaster's killer.<ref>'''Halo: Ghosts of Onyx''', ''page 190''</ref>


Sangheili of many different ranks may serve as shipmasters, though the position is often assumed by high-ranking individuals such as [[Special Operations Commander]]s, [[Sangheili Zealot|Zealots]], or [[Sangheili General|Generals]]. The lowest-ranked shipmaster known was [[Sangheili Major|Major]] [[Voro Nar 'Mantakree|Voro 'Mantakree]], who became the shipmaster of his vessel—''[[Incorruptible]]''—after killing the [[Tano 'Inanraree|previous shipmaster]]. 'Mantakree was later promoted to Fleet Master and placed in charge of a task force sent to [[Onyx]].<ref>'''Halo: Ghosts of Onyx''', ''page 243''</ref> Shipmasters that command ships with a significant amount of firepower garner more respect among subordinates and other shipmasters.<ref>'''[[Halo: Glasslands]]''', ''page 174''</ref> Shipmasters often wear gold-colored armor as a symbol of their lofty status, though Special Operations personnel serving as shipmasters are known to retain their silver armor.{{Ref/Reuse|return}}<ref name="h3">'''Halo 3'''</ref> Some Sangheili shipmasters wear [[doarmir]] fur cloaks as a sign of status.<ref>'''Halo: The Cole Protocol''', ''page 159''</ref>
Sangheili of many different ranks may serve as shipmasters, though the position is often assumed by high-ranking individuals such as [[Special Operations Commander]]s, [[Sangheili Zealot|Zealots]], or [[Sangheili General|Generals]]. The lowest-ranked shipmaster known was [[Sangheili Major|Major]] [[Voro Nar 'Mantakree|Voro 'Mantakree]], who became the shipmaster of his vessel—''[[Incorruptible]]''—after killing the [[Tano 'Inanraree|previous shipmaster]]. 'Mantakree was later promoted to Fleet Master and placed in charge of a task force sent to [[Onyx]].<ref>'''Halo: Ghosts of Onyx''', ''page 243''</ref> Shipmasters that command ships with a significant amount of firepower garner more respect among subordinates and other shipmasters.<ref>'''[[Halo: Glasslands]]''', ''page 174''</ref> Shipmasters often wear gold-colored armor as a symbol of their lofty status, though Special Operations personnel serving as shipmasters are known to retain their silver armor.{{Ref/Reuse|return}}<ref name="h3">'''Halo 3'''</ref> Some Sangheili shipmasters wear [[doarmir]] fur cloaks as a sign of status.<ref>'''Halo: The Cole Protocol''', ''page 159''</ref>
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[[Jiralhanae]], being the other leading military caste of the Covenant, also can hold the title of shipmaster. [[Kig-Yar]] can also serve as shipmasters, although they primarily command ships of the Kig-Yar's own design; the [[missionary ship]]s employed by the Covenant's [[Ministry of Tranquility]] are the most noted example.<ref>'''[[Halo: Contact Harvest]]''', ''page 81''</ref> Despite this, some Kig-Yar shipmasters would be granted control of a [[Covenant frigate]].<ref>'''[[Halo: Mortal Dictata]]''', ''pages 50-51''</ref> As Kig-Yar society is matriarchal, their ship commanders are most commonly female and thus hold the title of shipmistress. However, male Kig-Yar shipmasters still exist.<ref>'''Halo: Contact Harvest''', ''page 381''</ref>
[[Jiralhanae]], being the other leading military caste of the Covenant, also can hold the title of shipmaster. [[Kig-Yar]] can also serve as shipmasters, although they primarily command ships of the Kig-Yar's own design; the [[missionary ship]]s employed by the Covenant's [[Ministry of Tranquility]] are the most noted example.<ref>'''[[Halo: Contact Harvest]]''', ''page 81''</ref> Despite this, some Kig-Yar shipmasters would be granted control of a [[Covenant frigate]].<ref>'''[[Halo: Mortal Dictata]]''', ''pages 50-51''</ref> As Kig-Yar society is matriarchal, their ship commanders are most commonly female and thus hold the title of shipmistress. However, male Kig-Yar shipmasters still exist.<ref>'''Halo: Contact Harvest''', ''page 381''</ref>
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== Known shipmasters ==
== Known shipmasters ==
===Sangheili===
===Sangheili===
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*[[Lat 'Ravamee]] – Shipmaster of the ''[[Truth and Reconciliation]]''.
*[[Lat 'Ravamee]] – Shipmaster of the ''[[Truth and Reconciliation]]''.
*[[Let 'Volir]] - Shipmaster of the ''[[Enduring Conviction]]''.
*[[Let 'Volir]] - Shipmaster of the ''[[Enduring Conviction]]''.
*[[Orna 'Fulsamee]] – Shipmaster of the ''[[Blameless Conceit]]''
*[[Orna 'Fulsam]]ee – Shipmaster of the ''[[Blameless Conceit]]'' and later the ''[[Ghost of Barolon]]''.
*[[Tano 'Inanraree]] – Former shipmaster of the ''[[Incorruptible]]''.
*[[Tano 'Inanraree]] – Former shipmaster of the ''[[Incorruptible]]''.
*[[Qunu]] – Shipmaster of the ''[[Far Sight Lost]]''.
*[[Qunu]] – Shipmaster of the ''[[Far Sight Lost]]''.
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*[[Kantar 'Utaralee]] – Shipmaster of an unknown ship.
*[[Kantar 'Utaralee]] – Shipmaster of an unknown ship.
*[[Ori 'Sumai]] – Shipmaster of an unknown ship.
*[[Ori 'Sumai]] – Shipmaster of an unknown ship.
*[[Mahkee 'Chava]] - Shipmistress of an unknown ship.
*[[Mahkee 'Chava]] - Shipmistress of ''[[Scorrin's Blade]]''.
*[[Sali 'Nyon]] - Shipmaster of [[Breath of Annihilation]]
*[[Sali 'Nyon]] - Shipmaster of ''[[Breath of Annihilation]]''.
*[[Ryn 'Alun]] - Shipmaster of ''[[Panom's Canticle]]''.
*[[Inka 'Saham]] - Former shipmaster of ''[[Heresy's Sorrow]]''.
*[[Ob 'Nathisee]] - Shipmaster of ''[[Steadfast Strike]]''.
*[[Nizat 'Kvarosee]] - Former shipmaster of ''[[Pious Rampage]]''.
*[[Qoo 'Weyodosee]] - Shipmaster of ''[[Quiet Faith]]''.
*[[Yey 'Mootasee]] - Shipmaster of ''[[Divine Whisper]]''.


===Jiralhanae===
===Jiralhanae===
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===Kig-Yar===
===Kig-Yar===
*[[Chol Von]] – Shipmistress of the ''[[Paragon]]'', formerly known as ''Joyous Discovery''.
*[[Chur'R-Yar]] – Shipmistress of the ''[[Minor Transgression]]''.
*[[Chur'R-Yar]] – Shipmistress of the ''[[Minor Transgression]]''.
*[[Chur'R-Mut]] – Shipmistress of the ''[[A Psalm Every Day]]''.
*[[Chur'R-Mut]] – Shipmistress of the ''[[A Psalm Every Day]]''.
*[[Chur'R-Zhal]] – Shipmistress of the ''[[Rampant Perdition]]''.
*[[Chur'R-Zhal]] – Shipmistress of the ''[[Rampant Perdition]]''.
*[[Sav Fel]] – Shipmaster of ''[[Pious Inquisitor]]''.
*[[Sav Fel]] – Shipmaster of the ''[[Pious Inquisitor]]''.
*[[Chol Von]] – Shipmistress of the ''[[Paragon]]'', formerly known as ''Joyous Discovery''.
*[[Writh Kul]] – Shipmistress of the ''[[Dagger of Mercy]]''.


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
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File:Thon.png|Shipmaster Thon 'Talamee in ''[[Halo: Blood Line]]''.
File:Thon.png|Shipmaster Thon 'Talamee in ''[[Halo: Blood Line]]''.
File:HE24 battle.png|Shipmasters Sali 'Nyon and Jul 'Mdama battle it out with their ''CAS''-class assault carriers in ''[[Halo: Escalation]]''.
File:HE24 battle.png|Shipmasters Sali 'Nyon and Jul 'Mdama battle it out with their ''CAS''-class assault carriers in ''[[Halo: Escalation]]''.
File:H2A Terminals - Thel Commander.jpg|Shipmaster Thel 'Vadamee in ''[[Halo 2: Anniversary]]'''s [[Terminal (Halo 2: Anniversary)|terminals]].
File:H2A Terminals - SupremeCommanderThel.png|Shipmaster Thel 'Vadamee in ''[[Halo 2: Anniversary]]'''s [[Terminal (Halo 2: Anniversary)|terminals]].
File:HFB-Rho.jpg|Shipmaster Rho 'Barutamee in ''[[Halo: Fleet Battles]]''.
File:HFB-Rho.jpg|Shipmaster Rho 'Barutamee in ''[[Halo: Fleet Battles]]''.
File:HM-Maccabeus.png|Shipmaster Maccabeus in ''[[Halo Mythos]]''.
File:HM-Maccabeus.png|Shipmaster Maccabeus in ''[[Halo Mythos]]''.
File:HW2 - Let 'Volir.png|Shipmaster Let 'Volir in ''[[Halo Wars 2]]''.
File:HW2 - Let 'Volir.png|Shipmaster Let 'Volir in ''[[Halo Wars 2]]''.
File:HINF InkaSaham.png|Shipmaster [[Inka 'Saham]] in ''[[Halo Infinite]]''.
</gallery>
</gallery>


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**''[[Terminal (Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary)|Terminals]]''
**''[[Terminal (Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary)|Terminals]]''
*''[[Halo: The Thursday War]]''
*''[[Halo: The Thursday War]]''
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*''[[Halo 4]]''
**''[[Terminal (Halo 4)|Terminals]]''
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*''[[Halo: Spartan Assault]]''
*''[[Halo: Escalation]]''
*''[[Halo: Escalation]]''
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*''[[Halo: Mortal Dictata]]''  
*''[[Halo: Mortal Dictata]]''  
*''[[Halo: Broken Circle]]''
*''[[Halo: Broken Circle]]''
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*''[[Halo: Last Light]]'' {{Mo}}
*''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]''
*''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]''
**''[[Halo 5: Guardians Limited Edition|Limited Edition]]'' {{Mo}}
**''[[Halo 5: Guardians Limited Edition dossiers|Limited Edition dossiers]]'' {{Mo}}
*''[[Halo: Shadow of Intent]]''
*''[[Halo: Shadow of Intent]]''
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*''[[Halo: Silent Storm]]''
*''[[Halo: Oblivion]]''
*''[[Halo: Oblivion]]''
*''[[Halo Infinite]]''
*''[[Halo: Outcasts]]''
*''[[Halo: Battle for the Blood-Moon]]''
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Latest revision as of 16:19, February 5, 2024

Lat 'Ravamee, the shipmaster of the Truth and Reconciliation.

Shipmaster (feminine term: Shipmistress), occasionally rendered as Ship Master,[citation needed] is a title the Covenant use to describe an individual in command of a starship.[1] The size of the ship is not relevant, whether a frigate or a supercarrier. The Covenant also use the term to describe the commanding officers of human vessels.[2]

Shipmasters occasionally command small task forces or fleets, although this does not afford them the superior rank of fleetmaster.[3][4]

Overview[edit]

Shipmaster Ardo 'Moretumee commanding Ardent Prayer.

Like many titles used by the Covenant, shipmaster is less of a formal rank and more of a role, not unlike that of a human ship captain. While most prominently held by Sangheili, the title of shipmaster can be attained by individuals of different species and ranks. Shipmasters are subject to orders from their fleet's Fleet Master, Supreme Commander, or Imperial Admiral.

The shipmaster of a particular ship gives orders from the command center of their vessel, the equivalent of a UNSC starship's bridge. There they oversee and supervise the running of the ship, and give orders during battle. They command the ship from a platform raised off the deck, surrounded by holographic screens displaying relevant information.[5] Each shipmaster has their own personal insignia which is used to identify them within holographic readouts of a fleet when acknowledging orders from their Fleet Master, for example.[6] Most shipmasters have bodyguards assigned to them, such as a Mgalekgolo pair or a lance of special infantry. Mgalekgolo guards were responsible for protecting the shipmaster at all costs and, if they failed to do so, were expected to enact revenge on the shipmaster's killer.[7]

Sangheili of many different ranks may serve as shipmasters, though the position is often assumed by high-ranking individuals such as Special Operations Commanders, Zealots, or Generals. The lowest-ranked shipmaster known was Major Voro 'Mantakree, who became the shipmaster of his vessel—Incorruptible—after killing the previous shipmaster. 'Mantakree was later promoted to Fleet Master and placed in charge of a task force sent to Onyx.[8] Shipmasters that command ships with a significant amount of firepower garner more respect among subordinates and other shipmasters.[9] Shipmasters often wear gold-colored armor as a symbol of their lofty status, though Special Operations personnel serving as shipmasters are known to retain their silver armor.[4][10] Some Sangheili shipmasters wear doarmir fur cloaks as a sign of status.[11]

The Prophet of Conviction watches as an unnamed shipmaster glasses Kholo.
A shipmaster glasses Kholo—the orders of a Prophet.

The Sangheili place significant importance on the title of shipmaster, and it often supersedes an individual's rank when they are being addressed. Thus, Sangheili in command of battle group-sized units,[4][10] or in some cases entire fleets, have been referred to solely as shipmasters. Examples of this practice include Special Operations Commander Rtas 'Vadumee, in command of the Fleet of Retribution, and Jul 'Mdama, addressed as shipmaster by his crew despite holding the rank of Supreme Commander in the revived Covenant.[12] Occasionally, a San'Shyuum High Councilor from the Covenant High Council would witness the glassing of a world. If the Prophet declared that the glassing performance pleased the "gods", the shipmaster's status would be greatly increased within the Covenant military.[13]

Jiralhanae, being the other leading military caste of the Covenant, also can hold the title of shipmaster. Kig-Yar can also serve as shipmasters, although they primarily command ships of the Kig-Yar's own design; the missionary ships employed by the Covenant's Ministry of Tranquility are the most noted example.[14] Despite this, some Kig-Yar shipmasters would be granted control of a Covenant frigate.[15] As Kig-Yar society is matriarchal, their ship commanders are most commonly female and thus hold the title of shipmistress. However, male Kig-Yar shipmasters still exist.[16]

Known shipmasters[edit]

Sangheili[edit]

Jiralhanae[edit]

Kig-Yar[edit]

Gallery[edit]

List of appearances[edit]

Sources[edit]

  1. ^ Halo: The Flood, page 4 (2003)
  2. ^ Halo: The Flood, page 41 (2003) ("'Nosolee felt certain that the man named "Keezz" held the position of Ship Master")
  3. ^ Halo 3, campaign levels Floodgate and The Ark
  4. ^ a b c Halo: Evolutions - Essential Tales of the Halo Universe, "The Return"
  5. ^ Halo: Combat Evolved campaign level The Truth and Reconciliation
  6. ^ Halo: Ghosts of Onyx, page 283
  7. ^ Halo: Ghosts of Onyx, page 190
  8. ^ Halo: Ghosts of Onyx, page 243
  9. ^ Halo: Glasslands, page 174
  10. ^ a b Halo 3
  11. ^ Halo: The Cole Protocol, page 159
  12. ^ Halo 4, Terminals
  13. ^ Halo: Evolutions, "The Return", page 314
  14. ^ Halo: Contact Harvest, page 81
  15. ^ Halo: Mortal Dictata, pages 50-51
  16. ^ Halo: Contact Harvest, page 381

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