Homebrew Sangheili (Halo Elites) Species Details

The Sangheili, meaning "I glorify my Kin", known to some races as Elites (Slur: Split-Jaws), are a saurian species of strong, proud, and intelligent warriors, as well as skilled combat tacticians. The Sangheili are named after their home planet, Sanghelios. Due to their skill in combat, the Sangheili have formed the military backbone of the Covenant for almost the entirety of its existence. They had a very strong rivalry with the Jiralhanae. The Sangheili are renowned for great strength and intelligence, and are praised for their bravery and honor. Historically, Sangheili have followed the Covenant mentality of maintaining hatred towards Humanity, believing them to be an affront to their religion and a challenge towards The Great Journey. However, there are signs that this stance is being slowly abandoned as seen in the tentative alliance between the two enemies.

Their hands are tetradactyl, having four digits; two middle fingers, and two opposing thumbs on the outside for grasping. Sangheili are generally between 2.2 and 2.6 meters (Roughly 7'4" to 8'6") tall including helmet and armor). Their jaws are quadruple-hinged, with an upper jaw, a greatly reduced lower jaw which are four mandible-like "lips." With few exceptions, these mandibles are generally shown with six teeth each; many sources also depict an additional large fang on the tips of each mandible. Their knees do not bend backwards but forwards. This unusual hinging does not impair their mobility on ground but climbing, especially on standard ladders, is difficult for them. Their legs are also digitigrade, with short upper and lower legs, and elongated tarsals, using the distal and intermediate phalanges to support their weight when walking. This arrangement possibly allows them to run very quickly and jump large distances, compared to ordinary humans and other races. They also appear to have a double set of pectoral muscles, which contribute to their incredible strength.

Sangheili have at least two hearts, which circulate purple/indigo-colored blood through their veins. Although Sangheili skin color and texture varies from light brown and scaly to black and smooth, most appear to have dark grey skin. The majority have either dark blue, black, or brown eyes, although there are a few exceptions. Sangheili have laterally-positioned eyes with slit-shaped pupils, large irises, and horizontal eyelids. Female Sangheili are similar in appearance to male Sangheili, being slightly shorter than the average male and having paler skin tone. Female Sangehili are oviparious, meaning babies are born from eggs outside the mother's body.

The Sangheili consider most other species to be inferior to them, both culturally and in fighting skill. Although Sangheili are naturally very intelligent, their culture's long dependence on a military-industrial scheme has led to an emphasis on might over science. The Sangheili display respect and admiration for honorable fighters, whether they are allies of the Sangheili or not. Sangheili respect and revere veterans and often follow their lead. Their history is rife with victorious combatants welcoming the defeated enemies' remaining forces into their own arm, provided of course that they fought with honor. The Sangheili code of honor appears quite similar to Japanese Bushido, sharing concepts such as skill in combat (with an emphasis on swordsmanship), loyalty to master and family/clan, and views on death.

In many ways, the Sangheili are much like humans. They communicate, are loyal to their superiors and comrades, become protective of their troops and become angry and vengeful if other Sangheili are killed. They fear very little, taking great pride in an ancient, honor-laden code. Even when mortally wounded, the Sangheili still charge towards the enemy in a doomed last minute attack. One figure of pre-Covenant religious significance is Kel 'Darsam, a demigod warrior.

Sangheili (Halo Elites) Traits

Sangeili are a strong and resilient species, honed in multiple arts of war.

Combat Tactition (+2 Strength, +2 Dexterity)

Being raised since birth in the arts of war, your Sangheili lineage has hardened your muscles without sacrificing your mobility.

Sangheili Speed

Your base walking speed is slightly higher than that of other classes at 35 feet.

Sangheili Divinity

Your studies and devotion have granted you the ability to read, write, and speak the celestial language as well as common and Sangheili.

Size

Sangheili are larger than many other races, often towering up to 7'4"-8'6" and weighing in at 310lbs-390lbs. Your size is medium.

Alignment

While many Sangheili brothers and sisters have different intentions, they almost always carry those intentions out with a reverence of the law. You are most likely Lawful (Good/Neutral/Evil).