Krantt (Earth-5875)

Krantt is a sangheili term used to refer to a warrior's greatest and most trusted ally, willing to kill and die in his name and honor. Krantts are constantly seen in rites of passage or politics as proxies and representatives, as well as proof of power and respect.

History
Krantts date back to the early years of sangheili civilizations, in which Kaidons would have thousands of loyalists at his disposal to signal his power to other clans and civilizations. These krantts died in battle and committed acts of genocide against other Sangheili clans and states as a sign of respect and loyalty to their warriors. Sangheili that undergo the Rite of Passage is given the right to bring a krantt alongside him, not only as a a back-up but as a proof of their fit to command.

According to some Elder, a krett symbolizes that "while strength in a warrior is commendable, the allies that he inspires signify his true power".

As time passed and sangheili civilization evolved, krantt relationships started to differ, and stopped meaning servitude to symbolize loyalty and second-in-command. The changes also saw the end of nationalism, with many krantts being from other clans and states within the warriors of the Covenant. Many Kaidons, such as Thel 'Vadam, have many krett bodyguards and loyals, such as Rtas 'Vadum.