Grunt Majors

The Unggoy, referred to colloquially as Grunts, are the lowest ranking species in the hierarchy of the Covenant, and are frequently seen being mistreated by almost every higher-ranking race. They are primarily used as expendable cannon fodder in combat. Grunts are quick to panic if their leadership is crippled, or they feel helpless against a superior foe. the Grunts breathe methane rather than oxygen, and wear breather masks and carry tanks of methane in their backpacks.

Grunt Majors are akin to UNSC Corporals, leading smaller contingents of their fellows into combat. Not much difference in morale or armament is noted with Majors, save for their red armor compared to orange.