The Kig-yar (Latin Perosus latrunculus],
translated to "Hateful Highwayman") are an avian species which serve the Covenant as mercenaries, and later the Covenant Loyalists.
Humans have termed these vicious monsters Jackals, as they are known for their swiftness, viciousness and dexterity,
even though they aren't the strongest Covenant race. Jackals will either serve as snipers or scouts within the Covenant due
to their excellent sense of sight, smell and hearing. They were the first Covenant species encountered by UNSC forces.
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| Kig-yar (Latin Perosus latrunculus) |
| Biological information |
| Homeworld |
Eayn |
| Physical description |
| Height |
5 feet, 8 inches |
| Weight |
159 pounds (79 kg) |
| Skin color |
Orange, Dark Green, Pale Brown, etc. |
| Distinctions |
Tall, slender, and skinny with large pale eyes. Claws and razor-sharp teeth. |
| Military and Political information |
| Equipment |
none |
| Ranks |
- Ranger Jackal
- Sniper Jackal
- Jackal Zealot
- Jackal Major
- Jackal Minor
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| Affiliation |
Covenant, later Covenant Loyalists |
| Notable Individuals |
- Chur'R-Yar
- Zhar
- Bok
- Jak
- Yeg
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| Other Nomenclature |
- Buzzard
- Chicken
- Jackal
- Vulture
- Turkey
- Tree-Turkey
- Bug Eyed Sniper
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