#rho barutamee

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Ripa v Rho

It was never a good sign when Ripa 'Moramee suddenly boarded your ship. Shipmaster Rho 'Barutamee was only warned of the newly appointed Arbiter's presence on his ship minutes before he was set to arrive in the bridge. He stopped himself from cursing the others' failure to keep him off the ship in the first place, knowing full well that no one was suicidal enough to dare challenge 'Moramee's desires. If he wanted to go somewhere, you damn well got out of his path. And for some reason, he wanted to be on Rho Barutamee's ship - which, at this point in the war, was not the Long Night of Solace, the ship he was most famous for commanding.

Few things - practically nothing - made Rho feel fear. But 'Moramee, for his entire life, intimidated everyone in the Covenant. It was a wonder the Prophets even had a leash on him, even before he became Arbiter. Before this, he served in the Ministry of Preservation, ruthlessly taking down rebels and traitors. With that context...

Did he know? That was the question bringing a chill down Rho's back. Did the Prophets know? Did they send him here? Or did their attack dog catch a whiff himself and chose to take out the problem before he'd be ordered to?

Rho was a Zealot, part of the Ministry of Fervent Intercession. But besides his faith, he had his own personal ambitions. He had learned of the fabled Forerunner Capital - Maethrillian - and sought it out not for the glory of the Covenant, but for the glory of himself. To that end, he would even hoard artifacts for himself - a task made easier by his role. There was no reason for people to be suspicious of a Zealot hunting down artifacts. But when those artifacts never turn up in the Covenant's stores and archives? Then something starts feeling off.

His search might end here and now, at the blade of the Arbiter. Rho would finally have to pay the consequences for his heresy. In all his years of service, while he had made sure to be careful in his actions in order not to get caught, he never took the time to image what would happen if he was. Perhaps that had been to protect his mind, to run away from the fear.

It had caught up to him. As did 'Moramee, who stepped through the door. His feet carried him through the bridge quicker than any other Sangheili, his abnormal build perfectly suited for longer and heavier strides. In a blink of an eye, he was towering above Rho - still seated in his shipmaster's throne. The decision to stand up to match some of the Arbiter's height - to be somewhat at the same level as him - was cut off from him. He'd been cornered before he could even react.

"Forgive the lack of a proper wel-" Rho began, trying to start of neutrally in order to gauge Ripa's thoughts through conversation. However, he was cut off.

"Silence," was the sneering interruption. Oh yes, Ripa was angry. He always was, technically, but that was still never a good thing when you were one of those near him.

He then turned his back, pointing towards the holographic navigational map. "Prepare a course to these coordinates. Do not make me repeat them."

As Ripa declared the coordinates, Rho nearly missed what they were in his euphoric state of relief. This encounter was not the Arbiter coming to arrest or execute him. He merely needed a ride and was willing to bully any ship into giving it to him - Rho's just happened to be the one he'd set his sights on. In a way, it could be taken as a compliment. But it was more likely that Rho's ship was either the most convenient or the shortest walk for him. He didn't even bother to ask if Rho had any other business or assignments. Not that it mattered; as emphasized before, you do not say no to Ripa 'Moramee. Given he was now Arbiter, that went doubly so, as his business was basically the Hierarch's business.

Still, as Rho was coerced to ferry Ripa to who knows where for who knows what, he was still on edge as the Arbiter wandered about the ship. In anticipation for any guests potentially stumbling upon his stash, he made sure to hide it somewhere unreachable to any but him. There was no reason to suspect Ripa would find the stash, whether he knew it existed or not, but Rho still worried nonetheless. That worry did not end until the ever-boiling brute of a Sangheili was finally off his ship and Rho could put as much distance as possible between them both.

And a breath was let out, much later, at the news of the Arbiter's eventual demise.

[yanderes-galore]

Rho 'Barutamee yandere alphabet, please?

I can try, sure! I'm warning you, I have been falling out of motivation for Alphabets and Halo rn... but I hope you enjoy >:) Added some dialogue to sweeten things.

Original Concept Here

Yandere Alphabet - Rho 'Barutamee

Pairing: Romantic

Possible Trigger Warnings: Gender-Neutral Darling, Obsession, Possessive behavior, Manipulation, Violence/Murder, Death, Blood, Unhealthy power dynamic, Biting/Marking, Mentions of being called mate and pet, Jealousy, Sangheili/Sangheili or Human/Sangheili pairing, Imprisonment, Isolation, Forced relationship.

Affection: How do they show their love and affection? How intense would it get?

Like most Sangheili I write, Rho is possessive. This is shown in his affection when he pulls you into his lap while he's in his chair. He nips your neck and holds you tightly.

Rho is laid-back compared to most Sangheili, but he will mark you as his. There's times he can be intense with you or those around you. As a leader, he knows how to intimidate.

"Sit down... I need to show them you're mine."

Blood: How messy are they willing to get when it comes to their darling?

Rho, like most if not all Sangheili warriors, will get messy. He likes to show he's powerful. If someone on his crew touches you, or judges his preferences...

He'll kill them.

He'll execute them in front of everyone, including you, just to show no one can touch what's his.

The blood coating his gold armor only shows what he really is deep down... a warrior possessive of his mate.

"Anyone who thinks about touching what's mine... will die by my hand, understood?"

Cruelty: How would they treat their darling once abducted? Would they mock them?

Rho is possessive but tries to be accommodating. Once you're on his ship he expects loyalty and submission from you. He wouldn't mock you if he doesn't have to.

He is a bit reserved and not the most affectionate, but he comes off strong when he is.

"The ship is open for you to roam... but you're forbidden from leaving."

Darling: Aside from abduction, would they do anything against their darling’s will?

Not unless he feels he has to, like if you're trying to escape or defy him.

"Give me your loyalty... give me your submission."

Exposed: How much of their heart do they bare to their darling? How vulnerable are they when it comes to their darling?

Rho is reserved and doesn't like showing many vulnerabilities. Even though you're his mate and he'll so anything to show that... he dislikes being so honest. It's no doubt due to his culture, too. They don't confide in one another often.

"Do not pry, dear... I do not wish to tell you such matters."

Fight: How would they feel if their darling fought back?

Amused albeit irritated. He appreciates your fighting spirit but doesn't want you fighting him. So... it seems he'll have to discipline his dearest obsession.

"If only you used such a spirit in battle, dear."

Game: Is this a game to them? How much would they enjoy watching their darling try to escape?

Not really and he'd be a mix between amused and irritated if you tried to escape whenever his ship docks.

"I only have so much patience... do not waste it."

Hell: What would be their darling’s worst experience with them?

If you're not used to it, seeing him execute another member of his crew because you happened to get along with them. He won't harm you, but another bad experience could be him locking you in a cell or marking you.

"You're mine... I'll make everyone know that."

Ideals: What kind of future do they have in mind for/with their darling?

He plans to make you his loyal mate and second-in-command. He doesn't care how it happens. Just as long as he has you as his, he's happy.

"You can have so much power... just as long as you listen well."

Jealousy: Do they get jealous? Do they lash out or find a way to cope?

Yes, while he may cope at first silently... he'll lash out if others push their luck.

"Do you really wish to test me?"

Kisses: How do they act around or with their darling?

Love letters: How would they go about courting or approaching their darling?

Obsessive, Manipulative, Controlling, Selfish, Possessive, and Slightly Caring in an attempt to understand his darling's needs.

"I will tend to you if you give me what I want in return, a deal?"

Mask: Are their true colors drastically different from the way they act around everyone else?

He'd either recruit you onto his crew (Sangheili) or take you as a prisoner (Human). You'd then reside on his ship, providing chat and giving him information on Forerunner artifacts. However... later on he begins to show some signs of... attachment.

"Hmm... you can be of good use to me, can't you?"

Naughty: How would they punish their darling?

A bit. He's certainly more attentive towards you and affectionate.

"Am I providing for you correctly? Don't hesitate to ask if you need anything."

Oppression: How many rights would they take away from their darling?

Locking you on a cell on his ship and isolating you. He may even deprive you of needs, depending on how much you've pushed him. He's serious when it comes to loyalty.

"You will learn your place on this ship... like it or not."

Patience: How patient are they with their darling?

Not many unless he has to.

"Keep up our deal... and you'll have some freedoms. Yet you'll always be mine until the end."

Quit: If their darling dies, leaves, or successfully escapes, would they ever be able to move on?

Rho is patient with his obsession, as a leader he must be. He has his limits though.

"You're lucky I like you...."

Regret: Would they ever feel guilty about abducting their darling? Would they ever let their darling go?

With time he'd move on... but it's a sore topic for him. He'd hate losing you.

"Do NOT speak of them near me, understand?"

Stigma: What brought about this side of them (childhood, curiosity, etc)?

No and no.

"Guilt? Nonsense... you belong to me."

Tears: How do they feel about seeing their darling scream, cry, and/or isolate themselves?

Curiosity is the most likely reason.

"You intrigue me... I wish to learn more."

Unique: Would they do anything different from the classic yandere?

This is more likely in a human darling, but he'd leave you be and come to check on you at times.

"Still upset, dear pet? Don't worry... you'll get used to it."

SKIPPED

Vice: What weakness can their darling exploit in order to escape?

There isn't one I can think of, unfortunately. He has his grasp pretty tight on you.

Wit’s end: Would they ever hurt their darling?

Xoanon: How much would they revere or worship their darling? To what length would they go to win their darling over?

Not usually, but it can happen.

"Learn from this, won't you? I don't like doing this with you...."

Yearn: How long do they pine after their darling before they snap?

Not really a Sangheili of faith, Rho most likely wouldn't worship his darling either. However, he'd sacrifice anything to have you.

"I am not desperate enough for worship...."

Zenith: Would they ever break their darling?

Hm... I'd say months?

"I can't stop thinking about you... what have you done to me?"

Unintentionally, maybe.

"Still quiet, are you?"

[halobirthdays]

Happy birthday to Supreme Commander Rho 'Barutamee!

Today is his -455th birthday!

'Barutamee was a Sangheili zealot and Supreme Commander attached to the Ministry of Fervent Intercession. He had the unique honor of housing a Forerunner Luminary--a rare device that can reveal the location of other Forerunner relics. During his career, he learned of Maethrillian, the Forerunner capital world. Locating Maethrillian became his single-minded objective, and he secretly amassed his own collection of artifacts to aide in his search.

He ordered his vessel, Long Night of Solace, to the Epsilon Eridani system, home to the UNSC stronghold of Reach. He was surprised to find a human presence there, and began preparing an assault, but did not set aside his goal of locating relics on Reach.

He sent out a crew of Devoted Sentries to continue the search. However, time began to run short when he learned that the Ministry of Resolution was sending its own fleet to Reach. Not wanting to grant another ministry his findings, and with his fleet facing heavy resistance from the UNSC, his vessel engaged UNSC forces on Reach's surface.

NOBLE team exposed the vessel's location by destroying Spire One. This offered the rare opportunity to destroy the supercarrier, a significant blow to the Covenant assault. NOBLE initiated operations LEFT JAB and UPPER CUT, distracting the Covenant fleet and using that opportunity to detonate a rigged Slipspace drive under the Long Night of Solace. The operation was a success, though Jorge-52 sacrificed himself in the process.

'Barutamee presumably died when the supercarrier was destroyed. His lieutenant would attempt to finish what he started, but by that time it was too late: the Ministry of Resolution arrived.

[bloodgulchblog]

oh hey guess what, halo fleet battles had a depiction of a sangheili supreme commander with a cloak

[tal--writes]

“—cut that Spartan down as it fled for safety. It was a fine shot, if I do say so myself!”

Khyl ’Voramai stepped into the room that served as a mess, and his ears were met with the boastful gloating of another Field Marshal, one fist raised in the air in triumph. He met the gaze of the other warrior that the Field Marshal was conversing with, one of his own Sangheili by the name of L’noro. The young, brash navigations officer rolled his eyes, before nodding in deference to his superior, and breaking himself off from the conversation.

“Repairs on the Destroyer’s Invocation are complete, and she will be ready to join the other ships that are glassing the planet’s surface.” he reported. 

Khyl uttered a noise of satisfaction in the back of his throat. “Excellent. See to it that my ship is ready and waiting. I must meet with Fleetmaster ’Utaralee.... something about Rho ’Barutamee being indisposed.” ’Voramai’s words were spoken in a hushed whisper, and L’noro’s eyes widened with surprise. 

“There are rumors that ’Barutamee’s supercarrier was destroyed!” he hissed.

“I intend to find out.” Khyl answered grimly, and nodded to L’noro as the navigations officer went on his way. He then strode toward the other Field Marshal, alone now, and still looking very much full of himself. “What feat do you claim to have accomplished, Field Marshal....” He allowed his words to hang, an indicator that he expected a name to be given.

“Xul ’Konaree, second in command of the Devoted Sentries.” The shorter Sangheili stood up straighter, and shifted his gaze upward to look Khyl in the eye. “I have accomplished something that many of our brothers have been unable to, over the course of this long war. I have successfully killed a Spartan.”

Khyl closed his mandibles with a quiet clack; a gesture of dismissal. Thus far, he was unimpressed with ’Konaree’s cocky attitude, and the fact that he was trying to impress the other warriors around him. “What of it, ’Konaree?” He deliberately addressed the other Field Marshal by his surname, to show that Xul had not earned his respect.

“A shot from a Phantom, using a needle rifle. Pinged the human right in the helm as it was running for safety. It was in the city they call New Alexandria; glassing had just begun, and the few humans left were going to hide. I was lucky enough to chance upon an open plaza, and my luck would have it that a group of their armoured warriors were trying to take shelter.” Xul’s eyes gleamed. “Fleetmaster ’Utaralee was most impressed by my skill.”

A sniper’s shot. Pathetic. Khyl ’Voramai could do better than that.

“Pah! You acted like a cowardly Kig-Yar. Shooting a Spartan from afar with a needle rifle?” The taller Field Marshal shook his head, disgusted. “You act so proud of your work, but you’re a Zealot, not a Ranger, and not a Jackal Sniper. You have brought shame to our order! I can only imagine how the other Devoted Sentries would agree with me, and I am no longer of their ranks.”

’Konaree sneered at him.

“And you think you can do better?” He stabbed a finger toward Khyl’s chestplate. “Tell me, brother,” the word dripped from his jaws with sarcasm and venom, “How would you kill a Spartan and do the Zealot Order proud?”

“With the twin blades of my sword.” The hilt of the very weapon was now held in a curled fist, which Khyl shook at ’Konaree, as a thinly-veiled threat. The other Field Marshal took a half step back, and his head lowered a fraction. “That is how I have felled not one, not two, but three of the Demons. And I did not stoop to the rank of a lowly Kig-Yar to do so. I made the Zealot Order more proud than you ever could hope to, with that kill under your belt. I hope you feel shame until the end of your days.”

The doors to the room swished open, and both Field Marshals turned their heads to see who entered. Fortunately, it was Fleetmaster Kantar ’Utaralee himself, and he spared the warriors a look of suspicion. That halted any further conversation, as they spun around to bow their heads in respect to their superior. “Is there a problem here?” he queried, his voice rumbling threateningly.

“Simply a debate on how honourable Field Marshal ’Konaree’s actions were, in eliminating a Spartan. There is no trouble, Fleetmaster, of that I assure you.” Khyl said, his tone respectful. He was lucky that he had decided to replace his Energy Sword back on the armour plating of his thigh; if he’d still held it when Kantar had entered the room, he would have been forced to enter combat, as a weapon drawn demanded blood.

“Hmph. Field Marshal ’Konaree, you are dismissed. Go back to your meal. Field Marshal ’Voramai, follow me to the bridge. We have much to discuss.” The Fleetmaster swept out of the mess, and Khyl followed alongside. Halfway down the hall, they were joined by Khusze ’Voliree, Khyl’s trusted second-in-command, and likewise a member of the Zealot order.

“Rumours have it that Supreme Commander ’Barutamee’s supercarrier was destroyed, along with the corvette belonging to General Ardo ’Moretumee. Are they true, Fleetmaster?” Khyl questioned.

“True?” Khusze spoke up without being addressed, something he was not known for doing. “I was there myself, Field Marshal. I saw the whole damned thing, with my own eyes. I was headed out on patrol from the Long Night of Solace herself, in my Banshee. There was a human ship — one of their heavy frigates, I believe — as well as a dropship known as a Pelican, and a handful of fighters that are an equal match to our Seraphs, the ones you don’t see often; could be that they are experimental, or classified, or both. 

Anyway, the frigate distracted the corvette Ardent Prayer, as she was headed back to the Solace on a fuelling run, and the humans boarded her, captured her as their own. Shipmaster ’Moretumee was most likely killed in the process. I didn’t see much more than that, as by the time the human fighters began to board, I hid my Banshee in among some asteroids. By the time I came out, the three warships were gone, and our relief fleet was arriving, and they picked me up.”

The Fleetmaster was unoffended or unperturbed by the fact that Khusze had spoken out of turn. Instead, his expression was grave, and there was a pensive look in his eyes that ’Voramai had not noticed earlier.

“Reports say that the humans used the Slipspace drive of their frigate as a makeshift bomb, and that the Ardent Prayer was a trap. She was sent automatically on the fuelling run, and once within range of the Long Night of Solace, the drive was detonated, and both warships were destroyed. The Supreme Commander was likely killed in the ensuing explosion, or when pieces of the supercarrier crashed down to the surface of the planet Reach. And I believe the human frigate was annihilated some time during the humans’ harassment of the Prayer, by the corvette herself.” he admitted solemnly.

“And you are now command of what remains of the Fleet of Valiant Prudence, correct?” the Field Marshal asked.

Kantar dipped his head in a nod. “That is so. And while ordinarily, as the order of things would go, Xul ’Konaree would be my second-in-command, there is something about him that does not sit well with me. While his skill as a sniper impresses me — the fact that he managed to kill a Spartan with a shot to the head is rather astounding — he is far too vainglorious for my liking.”

“Troubling, Fleetmaster.” Khusze offered, and Khyl murmured agreement.

“Indeed it is.” ’Utaralee stopped once they had reached the bridge, and pivoted to face the Field Marshal. “Which is why I have come to you, Khyl. You are a skilled warrior, having proven yourself in battle again and again. Added to that, but you are a former member of the Devoted Sentries. While they may murmur dissent at the fact that you chose to leave, which is dishonourable... They would trust you, perhaps more than ’Konaree. At least, the majority of them would.”

Khyl drew his head back, mandibles hanging slack in shock. “You are not suggesting what I think you are?”

“I want you to be my second-in-command, Field Marshal.” The Fleetmaster looked him dead in the eye as he spoke, which was easier than it had been for Xul, given that Fleetmaster and Field Marshal were nearly the same height. “I trust your judgement, your skill, your blade. And your warship is one of the biggest left in this fleet. It would bolster the ranks greatly to have someone like you to watch over them, down there on the ground.”

’Voramai touched his fist against his chestplate, bowing his head deeply. “It would be my honour, Fleetmaster, to lead and to serve directly under you.” he replied humbly. When he looked up again, Kantar’s four jaws had curled into a smile.

“I look forward to it.”

[gladsomevarangian]

Continuing with my use of Halo references as a coping method, Salem is going Rho 'Barutamee on the cast to find a way to use the Lamp and I am just ever so slightly fucking terrified.

[oddities-forge117]

Maethrillian:

Maethrillian, commonly known as the Capital, was the political center of the Forerunner ecumene. It housed the Ecumene Council, the main governing body of the ecumene, as well as the Capital Court. It was a massive structure, greatly exceeding the scale of even the Halo installations.

History:

Maethrillian was one of the oldest structures in the ecumene, having been constructed roughly around 125,000 BCE. Unknown to most Forerunners in later times, the Capital was constructed around the physical component of the Precursor construct known as Abaddon, discovered by early Forerunners on a distant world. A powerful intelligence closely linked with the Domain, Abaddon was believed to have taught ancient Forerunners to access the Domain, which would later become a keystone of their civilization. As the construction of the Capital progressed, Abaddon was contained within a chamber of relics known as the Mysterium and held secret from most of the ecumene apart from senior members of the Ecumene Council; however, scattered reports of its existence gave rise to the legend of "the Organon", a Precursor artifact that controlled all others.

Despite its immense size, the Capital itself had a comparatively small population of several hundred thousand Forerunners, mostly high-ranking Builders. Trillions of ancillas served in the capital in the Capital metarchy, an enormous network coordinated by a Metarch-level ancilla that answered to the First Councilor. It was one of the most trafficked locations in the ecumene, with constant security patrols, sentinels, and transports swarming around it.Within five thousand kilometers of the structure, incoming vessels would be carefully screened by sensory fields and directed by hard light docking nets.The Capital's system housed multiple slipspace portals that linked to many worlds, as well as the Ark.

During the Forerunner-Flood war, Maethrillian became the site of an enormous battle as Mendicant Bias, having been persuaded into rampancy by the Primordial, attempted to deliver a crippling blow to the Forerunner leadership. Even though the Forerunners responded with heavy force, Mendicant Bias was successful in firing Installation 07 in the system, sterilizing the Capital and eliminating most of the Ecumene Council. Although the Council would be reconstituted shortly afterward as the "New Council" from survivors found deep within Maethrillian, they would not return to the former capital. With the Flood having overrun the Capital system, strategic command of the ecumene was moved to the greater Ark.

Over a century after the Halos' firing, a group of surviving Forerunners led by the IsoDidact returned to Maethrillian to restore the Domain, which had been rendered inactive by the Halo Array. While attempting to access the Mysterium, the Forerunners were confronted by a manifestation of Abaddon. Embittered and corrupted by the damage wrought upon it by the Halos, the Precursor intelligence intended to judge the Forerunners for this sins. However, the Forerunners managed to enter the Mysterium and discovered Abaddon's physical location. Inserting a deadbolt key into the artifact, Growth-Through-Trial-of-Changesuccessfully restored the Domain, simultaneously causing Abaddon to vanish. Their mission a success, the surviving Forerunners returned to Installation 00 and left the galaxy shortly afterward.

Long after the Forerunner-Flood war, the Covenant learned about the existence of Maethrillian, revered as the fabled throne of their gods. In 2552, Supreme Commander Rho 'Barutamee found Forerunner artifacts after an engagement with the UNSC. That led him to think he was close to finding Maethrillian. Ultimately he arrived at Reach, which he attacked with restraint, preferring to localize important Forerunner artifacts first. However, he never accomplished his secret objective, as his plan was foiled by NOBLE Team, and the rest of the Covenant did not pursue his goal.

[cyberclays]

Fleetmaster Rho ‘Barutamee - by Kory Hubbell

“This is an illustration of Fleetmaster Rho ‘Barutamee for the table top game, Halo: Fleet Battles, The Fall of Reach. There are 2 cards in the box for your commanders, which also had [busts] made”

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Sangheili Bracket Round 1 Match 6

More info below:

Rho 'Barutamee:

Debuted in Halo: The Essential Visual Guide

Born March 23rd, 2479, he joined the Ministry of Fervent Intercession and served as a Zealot until his appointed to Supreme Commander of the Fleet of Valiant Prudence, tasked with far-ranged scouting and the security of Foreruner artifacts. Secretly, Rho would maintain a personal collection of Forerunner artifacts - especially those that would aid him in his quest for the fabled Maethrillian. This search would eventually lead him to accidentally stumbling upon the UNSC stronghold of Reach, where he would sent covert teams to search the planet for artifacts until the UNSC eventually discovered them. With reinforcements from the Covenant arriving, Rho feared his chance to find his loot would be lost and an interrogation on his impudence. Following the desctruction of the structure cloaking his ship Long Night of Solace on the planet, he would destroy the UNSC Grafton in retaliation. In response, two operations would be conducted by UNSC forces: one to distract Rho and one to use the distraction to plant a rigged slipspace drive on Ardent Prayer that would destroy Long Night of Solace. His death resulted, with his lieutenant - Kantar 'Utaralee - assuming command of the remaining fleet and said fleet attempting one last time to recover a Forerunner relic Rho had his eyes on.

Ripa 'Moramee:

Debuted in Halo Wars

Born on Malurok on June 2nd, 2478, he served as a warlord thrall within the Ministry of Preservation, gaining infamy across the Covenant for his ruthlessness. During this time, he notably quelled the Sixteenth Unggoy Disobedience within days and killed the Kig-Yar pirate prince Krith. Yet, ironic to his role of quashing rebellions, Ripa would then go on to attempt a coup against his kaidon in Moram, only to fail and end up imprisoned in the super-maximum security penitentiary known as the Weeping Shadows of Sorrow. While there, he incited a large-scale prison riot as part of a plan to escape, only to be captured once again and placed in solitary confinement. It was here that he was visited by the Prophet of Regret, who bestowed upon him the rank of Arbiter and the mission to wipe out humanity. Before that, however, the new Arbiter would first squash a rebellion incited by his appointment.

Starting in 2526, Ripa would lead the Fleet of Glorious Interdiction during the Harvest Campaign, while also occasionally visiting Etran Haborage to fight back against the Flood presence there. Around February 2531, the Harvest Campaign would be changed by the discovery of an underground relic; valuable information was gathered, but the relic ended up taken by human forces before the Covenant could destroy it to keep it out of their hands. Following this information led Ripa's fleet to Arcadia and the location of another Forerunner structure, with the UNSC Spirit of Fire pursuing them. Noting how the human professor Ellen Anders was able to interface with Forerunner technology and believing she could do the same for activating Etran Haborage's Forerunner fleet, the Prophet of Regret would task Ripa in capturing her. He would ambush her and Sergeant John Forge on Arcadia, nearly killing Forge in the process.

But bringing Anders to Etran Haborage only allowed the Spirit of Fire to follow, beginning Ripa's downfall. While he was able to use Anders to finally activate the Forerunner fleet, she managed to escape immediately afterwards, regrouping with her allies and informing them of the fleet. They would then launch a plan to destroy the entire shield world and the fleet with it using their slipspace engine. Ripa would attempt to stop this plan, leading to a second confrontation with Forge. With victory in the duel in sight, Ripa fell to Forge's taunts and opened himself up to getting stabbed in the neck by Forge's combat knife then stabbed in the chest by his own dropped energy sword. His corpse and armor would be destroyed along with the shield world, preventing the Covenant from being able to store them within the Mausoleum of the Arbiter, while his holdings on Malurok would be the source of dispute among neighboring keeps even after the fall of the Covenant.

Submitted propaganda: He's ugly-cute and so mean and evil 🖤

Additional commentary: I agree with the above

[yanderes-galore]

Romantic headcanons of Supreme Commander Rho'Barutamee? I haven't gotten deep into Halo yet but I saw him and 👀

He actually is in a tabletop game, not a main game or book but I will see what I can do! I just love writing Sangheili :)

If you would like the source for his personality and goals, look here.

Yandere! Rho 'Barutamee Concept

Pairing: Romantic

Possible Trigger Warnings: Gender-Neutral Darling, Obsession, Kidnapping, Murder, Jealousy, Sangheili/Sangheili and Human/Sangheili pairing, Forced relationship, Manipulation, Possessive behavior, Biting, PDA, Murder mention but brief, Isolation.

According to what I've read, Rho was a Sangheili Supreme Commander who used to be a Zealot.

Despite being a high ranking Sangheili in the Covenant, he actually doesn't care much for the Human/Covenant war or the religion of the Covenant itself too much.

He just likes the idea of keeping Forerunner artifacts to himself illegally.

Rho is an excellent tactician and a skilled commander of his fleets.

He's also noted as being more reserved and thoughtful compared to most former Sangheili Zealots.

He's ambitious and takes advantage of weaknesses in the Covenant to climb the ranks, that's how he got to this point.

It's actually surprising to hear a Sangheili not care much about the war against humanity.

He has his own goals and is a bit selfish.

He has no issues with killing to get what he wants even if he isn't totally interested in the war against humanity.

Rho may get along best with a fellow Sangheili who's his subordinate.

Although a human captive darling could also be a possibility since he is indifferent to humans.

He'd capture a human for info on Forerunner artifacts at first, then he may keep you around for personal curiosity and intrigue.

Despite me picturing him as a more religiously "laid-back" Sangheili, Rho can still be intimidating.

Just look at his outfit, gold armor that shows his status... along with a dark purple cape to top it all off.

Rho's personal interests tend to fall on understanding Forerunner tech.

He isn't really up for talking most of the time, he still seems closed off even when he meets his darling.

Trying to keep this general rather than focusing on a certain species of darling, Rho starts slow with interaction before slowly increasing into making you second in command on his ship Long Night of Solace.

Although I will say he puts his personal interests before the words of the Hierarchy.

If he really wanted to keep a human for personal reasons he probably could.

The Covenant or UNSC would never hear about you, however.

Rho 'Barutamee would be Obsessive, Manipulative, Controlling, Selfish, Possessive, and Slightly caring in an attempt to understand his darling's needs.

I picture him as a less strict Sangheili despite his rank and status.

His obsession is driven by personal desire, just like how he is focused on keeping Forerunner artifacts for himself.

If you were Sangheili, Rho would work hard on making you work alongside him on his ship.

If you were human, Rho treats you like most Sangheili would.

At first he sees you as lower than him, then soon sees you akin to something as a pet to play with or something like a lover.

Rho may be less harsh on you than other Sangheili if you were human though.

Due to being a leader, Rho is manipulative and controlling.

He may use charisma or threats to get what he wants.

Actually, Rho is a Sangheili who is determined to get what he wants.

He'd be one to look into the weaknesses and faults of his darling to exploit them.

He'll see just what makes you tick then use it to his advantage.

He'll have you listen to him and his orders like a prayer as long as he says and does the right thing.

Rho gets obsessive with the thought of obtaining his darling.

You're like a prized artifact to him in a way.

Sangheili... human... he doesn't really care.

He's drawn to you like it's fate, so he'll see just what makes you catch his eye.

He wants loyalty from you if you're Sangheili, he wants submission from you if you're human.

Either way he wants you his.

Like most Sangheili, Rho's possessive.

Those on his ship are primarily other Sangheili, although there may be a Kig-Yar or Unggoy somewhere.

Point is, Rho wants to make his message clear to his fellow crewmates.

You're his, end of story.

Rho would cling you to him if you're a Sangheili or human.

While he watches what's going on outside of his ship, he'll sit you on his lap.

You'll both sit in his floating Covenant chair while he growls and grunts against you, nipping your skin and making possessive remarks.

He doesn't mind if the others see or show disgust.

At least they get the message.

They can't say anything because he out ranks them anyways.

He's selfish at times yet also tries to care about what you think.

If you're Sangheili then Rho will listen to you more than a human.

As a human he tries to be accommodating yet we're still talking early Human/Covenant war here.

He still cares for a human but not the same as a Sangheili.

Rho already knows he'll probably be punished by his superiors if they find out about what he's done.

That's part of what makes him so reserved.

He wants to be secretive, so most of your life is on his ship.

His crew have mixed feelings about you but don't dare say anything.

Their commander keeps staring daggers at them when they even glance at you.

If Rho really wanted to, he could probably execute a crew member he didn't like.

Why not? It only shows he has power over them all here.

Plus he cares more about you than anyone else as his forced partner.

Most of your life is on his ship.

Even if you want to go home or get fresh air, Rho refuses it.

Regardless of your species you feel like a prisoner.

His bite marks on your skin sting a bit and you're left yearning for seeing something other than him, his crew, and the vast emptiness of space.

Although, while you may hate Rho and the ship he commands...

You probably aren't better off anywhere else in this current era.

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Sangheili Bracket

Round One:

Unnamed Shipmaster of Righteous Vigilance vs Inslaan 'Gadogai

Sesa 'Refumee vs Han

Tul 'Juran vs Jul 'Mdama

Vul 'Soran vs Zuka 'Zamamee

Nizat 'Kvarosee vs Rtas 'Vadum

Rho 'Barutamee vs Ripa 'Moramee

Zhar vs Vari 'Damat

Vel 'Trokaik vs Reff 'Talamee

Unnamed Field Marshal vs Avu Med 'Telcam

Cham 'Lokeema vs Kasha 'Hilot

Parg Vol vs Okro 'Vagaduun

Ernicka the Scar-Maker vs Ayit 'Sevi

Dural 'Mdama vs Raia 'Mdama

Heki 'Gibadee vs Orna 'Fulsamee

N'tho 'Sraom vs Usze 'Taham

Forze 'Mdama vs Chak 'Lok

Fal 'Chavamee vs Jeht 'Lcmutee

Ussa 'Xellus vs Toha 'Sumai

Thel 'Vadam vs Tam 'Lakosee

Jega 'Rdonmai vs Bero 'Kusavai

Meduu the Fierce vs Bal'tol 'Xellus

Kitun 'Arach vs Asum 'Mdama / Bakar

Rhu 'Vrath vs Thars 'Sarov

Jat vs Veer

Mahkee 'Chava vs Crei 'Ayomuu

Voro Nar 'Mantakree vs Gek ‘Lhar

Jacul 'Arach vs Olabisi 'Varo'dai

Henry vs Tano 'Inanraree

Let 'Volir vs Rojka 'Kasaan

Xytan 'Jar Wattinree vs Sali 'Nyon

Meduz 'Ra'ashai vs Ghe 'Talot

Lak 'Vadamee vs Thon 'Talamee

Round Two:

Unnamed Shipmaster of Righteous Vigilance vs Sesa 'Refumee

Tul 'Juran vs Zuka 'Zamamee

Rtas 'Vadum vs Ripa 'Moramee

Zhar vs Vel 'Trokaik

Avu Med 'Telcam vs Cham 'Lokeema

Okro 'Vagaduun vs Ernicka the Scar-Maker

Raia 'Mdama vs Heki 'Gibadee

Usze 'Taham vs Chak 'Lok

Fal 'Chavamee vs Ussa 'Xellus

Thel 'Vadam vs Jega 'Rdonmai

Meduu the Fierce vs Asum 'Mdama

Rhu 'Vrath vs Jat

Mahkee 'Chava vs Voro Nar 'Mantakree

Olabisi 'Varo'dai vs Henry

Rojka 'Kasaan vs Xytan 'Jar Wattinree

Meduz 'Ra'ashai vs Lak 'Vadamee

Round Three:

Sesa 'Refumee vs Tul 'Juran

Rtas 'Vadum vs Zhar

Cham 'Lokeema vs Ernicka the Scar-Maker

Raia 'Mdama vs Usze 'Taham

Fal 'Chavamee vs Thel 'Vadam

Meduu the Fierce vs Rhu 'Vrath

Mahkee 'Chava vs Henry

Xytan 'Jar Wattinree vs Lak 'Vadamee

Quarter-Finals:

Tul 'Juran vs Rtas 'Vadum

Cham 'Lokeema vs Usze 'Taham

Thel 'Vadam vs Rhu 'Vrath

Henry vs Lak 'Vadamee

Semi-Finals:

Rtas 'Vadum vs Usze 'Taham

Thel 'Vadam vs Henry

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another overwhelming victory, this time for the guy who was overwhelmingly humiliated at the end of his game, amiright?

Sangheili Bracket Round 1 Match 6

More info below:

Rho 'Barutamee:

Debuted in Halo: The Essential Visual Guide

Born March 23rd, 2479, he joined the Ministry of Fervent Intercession and served as a Zealot until his appointed to Supreme Commander of the Fleet of Valiant Prudence, tasked with far-ranged scouting and the security of Foreruner artifacts. Secretly, Rho would maintain a personal collection of Forerunner artifacts - especially those that would aid him in his quest for the fabled Maethrillian. This search would eventually lead him to accidentally stumbling upon the UNSC stronghold of Reach, where he would sent covert teams to search the planet for artifacts until the UNSC eventually discovered them. With reinforcements from the Covenant arriving, Rho feared his chance to find his loot would be lost and an interrogation on his impudence. Following the desctruction of the structure cloaking his ship Long Night of Solace on the planet, he would destroy the UNSC Grafton in retaliation. In response, two operations would be conducted by UNSC forces: one to distract Rho and one to use the distraction to plant a rigged slipspace drive on Ardent Prayer that would destroy Long Night of Solace. His death resulted, with his lieutenant - Kantar 'Utaralee - assuming command of the remaining fleet and said fleet attempting one last time to recover a Forerunner relic Rho had his eyes on.

Ripa 'Moramee:

Debuted in Halo Wars

Born on Malurok on June 2nd, 2478, he served as a warlord thrall within the Ministry of Preservation, gaining infamy across the Covenant for his ruthlessness. During this time, he notably quelled the Sixteenth Unggoy Disobedience within days and killed the Kig-Yar pirate prince Krith. Yet, ironic to his role of quashing rebellions, Ripa would then go on to attempt a coup against his kaidon in Moram, only to fail and end up imprisoned in the super-maximum security penitentiary known as the Weeping Shadows of Sorrow. While there, he incited a large-scale prison riot as part of a plan to escape, only to be captured once again and placed in solitary confinement. It was here that he was visited by the Prophet of Regret, who bestowed upon him the rank of Arbiter and the mission to wipe out humanity. Before that, however, the new Arbiter would first squash a rebellion incited by his appointment.

Starting in 2526, Ripa would lead the Fleet of Glorious Interdiction during the Harvest Campaign, while also occasionally visiting Etran Haborage to fight back against the Flood presence there. Around February 2531, the Harvest Campaign would be changed by the discovery of an underground relic; valuable information was gathered, but the relic ended up taken by human forces before the Covenant could destroy it to keep it out of their hands. Following this information led Ripa's fleet to Arcadia and the location of another Forerunner structure, with the UNSC Spirit of Fire pursuing them. Noting how the human professor Ellen Anders was able to interface with Forerunner technology and believing she could do the same for activating Etran Haborage's Forerunner fleet, the Prophet of Regret would task Ripa in capturing her. He would ambush her and Sergeant John Forge on Arcadia, nearly killing Forge in the process.

But bringing Anders to Etran Haborage only allowed the Spirit of Fire to follow, beginning Ripa's downfall. While he was able to use Anders to finally activate the Forerunner fleet, she managed to escape immediately afterwards, regrouping with her allies and informing them of the fleet. They would then launch a plan to destroy the entire shield world and the fleet with it using their slipspace engine. Ripa would attempt to stop this plan, leading to a second confrontation with Forge. With victory in the duel in sight, Ripa fell to Forge's taunts and opened himself up to getting stabbed in the neck by Forge's combat knife then stabbed in the chest by his own dropped energy sword. His corpse and armor would be destroyed along with the shield world, preventing the Covenant from being able to store them within the Mausoleum of the Arbiter, while his holdings on Malurok would be the source of dispute among neighboring keeps even after the fall of the Covenant.

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