Kig-Yar

Kig-Yar

Biology

The Kig-Yar are an avian/reptilian species which served the Covenant as mercenaries and privateers. There are two distinct subgroups of Kig-Yar, which Humans have termed Jackals and Skirmishers. In combat, Kig-Yar typically serve as snipers, shock troopers, defensive fighters, and scouts within the Covenant due to their excellent senses of sight, smell, and hearing.

History

Kig-Yars hail from the planet Eayn. An Avian/Reptilian species, they lived as pirates on the seas of their homeworld. Originally a splinter of many different tribes, they united to advance their species towards space-technology and settled on many small asteroids. Primarily used as scouts, shock troops, or defense; Kig-yar units are a force to be reckoned with. They are usually outfitted with a point-defense energy shield gauntlet paired with a variety of one-handed weapons. They have a bitter rivalry with the Unggoys, and have attempted to poison the Infusions aboard High-Charity which would have left them sterile; in retaliation for Unggoys destroying Kig-Yar nests.

Ranks

Rank	Availability	Description
Kig-Yar Major	Unused	Lore Description: The Kig-Yar are a matriarchal-based species, or for short they are a species that holds females in higher regard to males. Majors are often Kig-Yar who are either very obedient to their Kig-Yar shipmistress, or are competent in combat with Sangheili. Job Description: Essentially you are just a Minor with no buffs at all except for saying you are better, which nobody can tell because no ID. Roleplay Level: Low Skill Level: Low Competence: Low-Medium Unique Feature: Shield Gauntlet
Kig-Yar Minor	Reclamation, Base Assault, Capture and Hold, Crusade	Lore Description: The Kig-Yar are a matriarchal-based species, or for short they are a species that holds females in higher regard to males. Minors are newer to the shipmistresses ship, haven't earned her respect or isn't experienced enough in combat to be promoted by Sangheili. Job Description: Your job is to hold your shield, use your secondary weapon and potentially cover your weaker lance-mates. You may also equip a sniper or carbine, in which the carbine is more of a marksmans rifle whereas the Beam Rifle is a designated sniper. Both should be used accordingly. Roleplay Level: Low Skill Level: Low Competence: Low-Medium Unique Feature: Shield Gauntlet

T'vaoan ranks

Rank	Availability	Description
T'vaoan Minor	None as of current	Lore Description:The T'vaoans, referred to by humans as Skirmishers, are a subspecies of the Kig-Yar hailing from asteroid colony of T'vao. They served the Covenant as a specialized group in the military. Job Description:act as a meat shield for the stronger members of the covenant. Die horribly when you get hit by a single bullet to the pinky. Roleplay Level: Medium Skill Level: Medium Competence: Medium Unique Feature: N/A
T'vaoan Major	None as of current	Lore Description:The T'vaoans, referred to by humans as Skirmishers, are a subspecies of the Kig-Yar hailing from asteroid colony of T'vao. They served the Covenant as a specialized group in the military. Job Description:You're essentially a minor with red armour. I suppose you have a higher rank, though. Roleplay Level: Medium Skill Level: Medium Competence: Medium Unique Feature: N/A
T'vaoan Murmillo	Reclamation, Base Assault, Capture and Hold, Crusade	Lore Description:Murmillones are selected from the best combat-rated Skirmisher Majors. Murmillones specialize in close-quarters combat. The armor of Murmillones is based off of ancient Kig-Yar gladiatorial designs. These ancient Kig-Yar would hold inter-clan physical combat competitions in the largest population centers on Eayn's biggest continent. They generally strike in packs and attempt to flank the enemy and use their shield gauntlets to cover their exposed bodies, including their heads, while strafing enemies. Job Description:Use your speed and point defense gauntlets to harrass the enemy in close quarters combat or to effectively snipe. Roleplay Level: Medium Skill Level: Medium Competence: Medium Unique Feature: Point Defense Gauntlets
T'vaoan Commando	Reclamation, Base Assault, Capture and Hold, Crusade	Lore Description:Skirmisher Commandos are a part of the T'vaoan Skirmisher contingent that are deployed by the Covenant. Commandos are specifically trained and designed to form specialized combat files and infantry hunter-killer units. Commandos operate in discrete close-knit groups with extremely specific mission parameters. Other members of the Covenant military recognize Commandos on the battlefield for their incredibly proficient unit cohesion. Job Description:Use your hologram to trick enemies and use it to maneuver them into positions for your allies to strike Roleplay Level: Medium Skill Level: Medium Competence: Medium Unique Feature: Point Defense Gauntlets
T'vaoan Champion	Crusade	Lore Description:Champion is the highest rank attainable by Kig-Yar T'vaoans in the Covenant military. They are stronger, faster and more durable than Skirmishers of any other class. In the Covenant military, Champions hold several roles, as well as being a formidable portion of the frontline infantry combatants. Many Champions serve in leadership positions, reporting directly to Sangheili Majors on the battlefield instead of other squads in the Skirmisher contingent. This is because of the need for unilateral communication to outlying infantry forces. Job Description:Lead the other Skirmishers and lesser races in battle if there is a lack of a better officer, use your enhanced gear to give your side an advantage in combat. Roleplay Level: Medium Skill Level: Medium Competence: Medium Unique Feature: Point Defense Gauntlets